Crystal Beach at Taste of Buffalo 2026

Crystal Beach Loganberry Is an Official Sponsor of 2026 Taste of Buffalo

Big news, Buffalo! We’re proud to announce that Crystal Beach Loganberry is an official sponsor of the 2026 Taste of Buffalo! Since 1984, the Taste of Buffalo has been Buffalo’s premier free summer food festival and one of the largest two-day food festivals in the entire country. As a not-for-profit, the festival not only celebrates the region’s incredible food scene …

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What is a loganberry?

Known to Buffalo and Western New York natives as a beloved drink, the loganberry flavor originated from an actual berry!   The loganberry is a mix between a raspberry and blackberry. The species was named Rubus loganobaccus after being bred in California in the 1880’s. Eventually it made it’s way across the country to New York State, and even Canada!   …

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Crystal Beach Loganberry for the Perfect Summer

As the summer winds down, remember to savor the last warm weeks with a refreshing glass of Crystal Beach Loganberry in different ways! In Buffalo, Loganberry in the summer makes the perfect treat, from a refreshing beverage to a sundae topping! Crystal Beach Loganberry is considered a classic throughout Western New York. Enjoyed as a drink, syrup, and more, the …

2025 Phoenix Scholarship Award

Announcing the 2025 Phoenix Scholarship Award Recipient

Each year, Crystal Beach Loganberry is proud to sponsor the Phoenix Scholarship, awarded to a student in Buffalo, NY. The tradition dates back to 2000 as a way to give back to the community and support students in the next generation. At the end of the 2024-25 school year, a high school senior from Kenmore East was chosen who exemplifies …

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Crystal Beach Classic 2025: A Grand Slam Youth Softball Tournament in Niagara Falls

The Crystal Beach Classic youth softball tournament hit it out of the park once again during two exciting weekends in June 2025 at the Niagara Falls High School Athletic Complex.   Proudly sponsored by Crystal Beach Loganberry and Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, this annual tournament brought together 12 local youth softball teams for a fun-filled celebration of athleticism, teamwork, and community …

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Sarasoda, Inc. continues to sponsor the Phoenix Scholarship

Crystal Beach Loganberry Proudly Supports the Phoenix Scholarship At Crystal Beach Loganberry, giving back to our community is at the heart of what we do. One way we proudly support this is through the Phoenix Scholarship, an award we sponsor each year for a deserving high school senior in the Buffalo, NY area who meets specific criteria. Created by our …

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Local couple to expand business, put new spin on product

  SARATOGA SPRINGS — What do you get when you cross a raspberry, a blackberry and an aluminum can? A sweet drink that goes great with barbecue, say John “PJ” and Carolyn Davis, owners of the iconic PJ’s Bar-B-Q restaurant on Route 9. On April 18, the Davises will kick off their 26th year “in the pit” by rolling out …

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Dunkin’ Donuts Adds Iconic WNY Flavor to Customer Experience

BUFFALO, NY – Dunkin’ Donuts is launching the unofficial start of summer with the new Loganberry Coolatta. The hometown flavor will be served exclusively in Buffalo Dunkin’ Donuts locations beginning today, May 30. The new menu item will treat taste buds to a frozen version of the unique Buffalo staple. The tangy, fresh-tasting flavor of the loganberry, a real berry …