Recent beverage trends
Food trends like cronuts and charcoal come and go, but one bizarre "superfood" is back, two years after it first debuted: Cockroach milk. The pesky bug is actually filled with…
The Ontario government has contributed $300,000 to help a Toronto company work with Loyalist College in Belleville to develop what it says will be the world’s first beer brewed from…
From flavors to formats, here are some of the trends driving discussion in the probiotic beverages space. Probiotic beverages are seeing some unconventional products come to market. These beverages, which…
Although not a true holiday but just a (very) commercial one, National Wine Day on Friday, May 25 might be the perfect way to kickoff the unofficial start of summer.…
When it comes pairing drink with food, the “Mad Men”-era two martini lunch comes to mind, as does the well-established brilliance of wine pairings. In recent times, with the launch…
I am on a journey. I am looking for white tea. Really good white tea. As with all journeys, I planned this one more for the process than the destination.…
This summer, as we flock to enjoy the sun in our gardens and favourite rooftop bars, gin is set to dominate for another season. However, we wanted to do some…
Boozy juice boxes, ooey gooey ice cream treats and unconventional cocktails highlight the summer’s hottest food and drink crazes across the city. DC is the place to be if you…
Aida Batlle grows coffee on her family’s farm in the hills surrounding El Salvador’s Santa Ana Volcano. Like generations before her, she had little use for the skin that encases the beans,…
Jalapeño mango coconut water and lavender mint lemonade are among new beverages debuting from The Coca-Cola Co. this year. Featured at the National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show, the products…
Rebbl, a US creator of coconut milk-based herb drinks, has secured $20 million in funding led by Cavu Venture Partners. Since launching in 2011, Rebbl has experienced triple-digit growth, much…
As wellness proliferates in the mainstream, people are looking for ways to enjoy the benefits of alcoholic beverages—without the side effects. New companies are stepping up to the plate with…
A springtime floral, elderflower is more than just a wedding cake flavor. It is time to discover the many uses for this distinctive flavor. Elderflower is a lovely, floral flavor…
Rosé isn’t just a summer beverage — it is THE summer beverage. Sales of pink wine have grown by 53% between the summers of 2016 and 2017, while the rest…
But Oxford Circus, one of the city’s busiest stops, has had a change of air after drinks giant Pernod Ricard installed strawberry-scented posters throughout the station to mark the launch…
Warmer weather means bigger soft drinks sales. Joseph Lee looks at five sections of your soft drinks display that you need to get right to have a profitable summer …
There probably isn’t a restaurant in your neighborhood that sells golden milk, yuenyeung, and kombucha, but soon you could have one machine to brew them all on your countertop. The…
Pepsi's Gatorade drink will likely continue to be a drag on the business given the waning popularity of sports drinks in the US. Customers are choosing water over sports drinks,…
A bouquet of flavors can be found in food and drink from the cake for the upcoming British royal wedding to cocktails, pastries, candies and snacks A colorful and fragrant…
If you are a cake lover, chances are you find all varieties of cakes be it Frosted, apple pie, cookie dough or salted caramel irresistible. However, Eating all of these…
There’s no other way to say this but Japan’s latest trend of clear drinks will ‘blow your mind’. Imagine a bottle of milk tea, lemon tea or even latte, but…
The Glenfiddich Aroma Lab, which is a permanent addition to the store’s Fine Wines and Spirits Rooms, uses six different aromas developed specially for Glenfiddich to pinpoint a shopper’s ‘ideal…
From VR goggles to gummy bear edibles, wine and spirits brands are creating entire immersive experiences around their alcohol products to fight declining consumption According to research, alcohol consumption in the…
There’s no doubt about it, Britain loves a drink. In 2017, the UK alcohol industry made over £40bn, and 53% of this (a whopping £21bn), came solely from the sale…
Earl Grey-based liqueurs and tea cocktails are brewing up a storm in London’s bar scene and the off-trade – and some think it could even replace our love-affair with gin.…
More than half of teens are drinking sports beverages weekly, but daily use is declining, according to a new study. Sports drinks are meant to help athletes replenish electrolytes and…
Is it even a party without a margarita? This healthy cocktail recipe is infused with hibiscus simple syrup made with wild blueberries, and it's delish. You're likely familiar with the…
Go to any women’s clothing store and you’ll notice: Floral prints are having a moment right now. Shirts and skirts and dresses — and even men’s clothing — are festooned…
In Palm Springs, California, the date shake is the perfect foil to the resort town’s desert heat: a sweet, chilly treat with surprisingly complex flavours. I placed my order and…
Sugary sodas are getting kicked to the curb as restaurants opt for alternative beverages infused with flavorful, better-for-you ingredients. No longer relegated to smoothie joints or health-focused concepts, these on-trend…
Donald Trump drinks Diet Coke all day, but he may be switching up his carbonated fizzy of choice. Coca-Cola was in trouble until recently. The company has been grasping at…
Once the undisputed kings of beer, AB InBev and MillerCoors are struggling to curtail a multi-year slump in sales of their top brands and re-energize brews that have failed to…
Alcohol sales in the USA fell by 80 million litres last year as abstinence and moderation began to trend, according to data accrued by a drink market analyst. IWSR’s US…
In 2012, American shoppers bought about 4 billion gallons of juice. By 2017, that figure had fallen by about 530 million gallons, according to market research provider Euromonitor International. Consumers…
As the sun finally begins to show its face, we're all thinking about the exciting prospect of beer gardens, BBQs and chilling on the beach with friends. But the one…
For anyone who’s ever suffered through a hot cappuccino in the middle of the summer just for the foam, listen up. Starbucks just launched its coolest add-on yet, and it’s…
Do you remember what the trendy beverage was before bourbon took off? Whipped cream-flavored vodka. It was huge — and liquor companies wanted a part of it, according to Allan…
Head mixologist at Zero Gravity, Albert Christian tells us about the latest trends in the beverage business. Tell us a little about yourself and your passion for mixology. Hailing from…
Japan seems to be the place to be if you want wild Coca-Cola variations. Not content with talking about putting booze in their soda, the drinks company has debuted a…
The next liquor trend is here. Barrel aged rum is the nuanced flavor that is delightful on its own or in an elegant cocktail. Liquor trends, like food trends, have…
Nothing is quite as refreshing as a cold drink. Yet with consumers’ busy lives, always on the go, we don’t always have access to refrigeration when we need it. New…
Ever heard of a coffee tasting session instead of the wine tasting session? Well, the entire concept of coffee-tasting is a not a far-fetched one considering the coffee-lovers are showing…
If you wanna rosé all day without the dreaded hangover and drink something that combines your love of sparkling rosé without tons of calories, sugar, or any booze, grab KeVita’s newest flavor: watermelon rose…
Targeting mindful consumers in a range of demographics, Milk Specialties Global has introduced a number of clean-label solutions “set to revolutionize the protein category.” NutritionInsight spoke with Milk Specialties Global…
Craft beer is booming, but that's nothing new. Competition is fierce and many new brewers just can't seem to break into the market. The beer can be great but that…
Mocktails, as they’re frequently called, have been with us forever in various forms. They may be as basic as a Shirley Temple or as familiar as a virgin strawberry daiquiri,…
Several South Florida breweries have recently begun using terpenes — the nonpsychoactive flavor molecules responsible for the aroma and flavor in cannabis — to create new beers. Locally, much of the recent…
The marijuana industry has been expanding in multiple ways in recent years with new ways of consuming the plant becoming ever present. The world of concentrates, dabbing, vaping and edibles…
With recreational cannabis use legal in nine states and the District of Columbia, big companies are increasingly interested in getting a piece of the market — particularly in cannabis-infused foods…
Although winter didn't get the memo that it's officially spring, and despite these cold grey days we know it's coming. Not simply because it's April, but has anyone else noticed…
These trends include healthy living, premiumization, plant-based and origin foods, shopper experience, modern grocery, emerging regional flavors, affordable quality, food technology and disruptive brands, said the market research firm. “Healthy…
When Emma Spike moved to Chicago, she thought a wine tasting group like the one she had belonged to in New York would be the perfect way to make some…
Lemon and peach iced teas are passé. Today, it’s all about giving things a spin. Experimenting with local and exotic ingredients to arrive at a harmonious blend that offers the…
The Orchard List will cater to increasing demand for alternatives to alcohol, featuring a list of beverages devised by the group’s head of wine, Christine Parkinson, acknowledging that there remains a…
Name all the colours of wine, and you'll start with the obvious ones: red, white and pink, or rose. Maybe you know about orange wine, or vinho verde - "green…
In Europe, we've been drinking coffee in various guises since at least the 15th century; the first coffee shop in Britain popped up in 1650 in Oxford. For centuries, we were content…
The scent of rose has been used for centuries in perfume and food, its popularity buoyed by the belief that rose essential oil can rejuvenate the psyche and the body,…
The first trend, ‘Created for Kids’, could see manufacturers capitalise on creating more soft drinks that are tailor-made to suit the tastes of children, who are the biggest consumers of…
Why should cold brew be on your list of considerations in 2018? Consider its popularity and rapid growth. The cold brew segment grew 580 percent from 2011 to 2016, according to research from Mintel and sales are still increasing every…
The number of Americans drinking coffee within the past day has reached its highest percentage in the past six years, according to the U.S. National Coffee Association‘s National Coffee Drinking…
Bars in the city are experimenting with a range of bacon-infused cocktails that showcase the smoky umami flavours of the cured meat Moving on from gimmicky bar props and molecular…
“Sometimes the smaller sizes are more approachable.” Wine drinkers are used to buying wine by the glass, the bottle and, yes, by the box. But now there’s a new option:…
Innovation across the beverage category is centered around health and wellbeing, as sugar reformulation and the broader idea of “lighter enjoyment” continues to dominate new product development. Globally, producers are…
The soft drinks industry is experiencing a seismic shift the likes of which it has never experienced before, according to a UK beverage industry insider. Clark McIlroy, managing director of…
The Novotaste website is constantly updated with recent flavour, food & beverage trend articles from a variety of different sources. We have compiled a summary list that summarizes the trends…
It isn't exactly breaking news that rosé is having a (years-long) moment. At this point, the pink-hued wine trend has touched a variety of categories across the food and beverage…
1. Natural mood boosters Get ready to feel really good about what you’re putting in your body. Supplements, snacks, and drinks are being leveled up with mood-boosting herbs. This year,…
Here's what the experts, Devon Broglie and Doug Bell, who run the Whole Foods Market global beverage team have to say. 1. Lighter Body, Lower Alcohol For the last few…
Looking to hop on the latest food trend to spice up your next event? According to Whole Food’s expert team, floral drinks are set to be one of the…
Campbell’s-owned Bolthouse Farms has tapped into the growing market for plant-based products by adding several new plant-based protein drinks and cold-pressured juices to its 1915 Organic range. The new beverages…
Desirable decaf There’s no disputing Brits’ enthusiasm for an espresso, but not everyone appreciates the accompanying caffeine kick. Research from Allegra Strategies shows that around 6% of people order a…
Diageo is looking to replicate the runaway success of Gordon’s Pink Gin in the RTD can market with the launch of Gordon’s Pink Gin & Schweppes Tonic premixes. The…
Just like the pizza operators serving them, diners are not immune to the constant crush of news about world events that seem lately to be less than reassuring. That's why…
Volcanic wine regions have the opportunity to come together and create a distinct volcanic wine category: highlighting such wines as premium, high quality and with a true sense of place,…
Starbucks stores in Asia are celebrating spring early with three beverage releases. Among the latest release, the company will be releasing a new cold brew lemonade and cocoa cappuccino, along…
Coca-Cola is planning to produce an alcoholic drink for the first time in the company's 125-year history - with an alcopop-style product in Japan. It is keen to cash in…
Ed Jones, senior customer marketing manager, said: “Consumers are increasingly looking for more variety and Vimto Remix has been satisfying that thirst since launch in 2016. “This new flavour taps…
Diageo has launched a 13% ABV dairy-free version of its Baileys liqueur in the UK, which is made from almond milk. This vegan-friendly version of the signature Baileys drink is…
In many places around the world, the snow is thawing and the sun has emerged, which means spring menus are upon us. And embracing the trendiest flavors via beverages is…
Choice Organic Teas, "The Original Organic Tea Company" in the U.S. and the leading purveyor of exclusively organic teas, has expanded its popular Wellness Teas* line to include four new…
With the amount of innovation that goes into the food industry, it is only natural that coffee would see similar trends too. Artisan coffee, Healthy Coffee and so on, the…
Coca-Cola rolled out two soda flavors last week — Georgia Peach and California Raspberry. The company announced that it was "returning to its artisanal roots" with the debut of these…
New York City has a well-deserved reputation for being the epicenter of the craft cocktail movement. For decades, imbibers in search of a timeless Manhattan, a well-balanced Cosmo (at the…
The evolution of the craft cocktail movement, desire for simpler ingredients and rising interest in alcohol-free beverages are giving rise to new cocktail trends. A “back-to-basics” approach will prevail at…
The turmeric latte was arguably the beverage hit of 2017 and dairy drinks have been enjoying time in the spotlight as a result.. Mintel Global Food and Drink Analyst Julia…
The giant snack and beverage company is introducing a brand called Bubly that it hopes will capitalize on the popularity of fizzy flavored water. Bubly marks a big bet by…
When it comes to selecting milk, long gone are the days when you were limited to full-fat, semi-skimmed or abstentious skimmed. Scan the aisles at any supermarket and you’ll spot…
In the current national and global beverage market, there is a trend toward functional drinks. Consumers are moving away from soft drinks because they are becoming more aware than ever…
When craft beer super fan Steve Dass gave up alcohol for health reasons, he went looking for a quality non-alcoholic substitute. He couldn't find one, so he started his own…
The India pale ale beer style is unquestionably the most popular craft beer style in North America. However, this style has become a very large umbrella for many different hop-forward…
Innovations in RTD tea, cold-brew and kombucha are attracting attention: but hot tea also remains an important driver of innovation in the global tea category, according to Mintel. Hot tea…
Salted caramel fans can buy a gin that tastes of the sweet and salty combination It also tastes of baked apples and experts say it tastes like drinking a strudel …
The widening spectrum of low- and no-alcohol options and smaller packs and serving sizes are finding relevance in mature markets, according to Euromonitor. According to the market research firm, non/low-alcohol…
As soft drink sales continue to fall, increasing numbers of probiotic drinks are hitting the shelves. Probiotics are live beneficial bacteria which it is claimed help colonise our guts leading…
Recent national figures have revealed teenagers have been turning away from the booze, but there is no data on young alcohol consumption in the region. A national drug and alcohol report by…
Premium spirits in both at-home and out-of-home channels showed the most sales and volume growth in the US for the past 52 weeks ending Oct. 7, 2017. Source: Spirits overtake…
The Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 signed by President Obama in late 2010 reauthorized funding for school lunch programs. A key piece of the legislation that has churned the…
Older Millennials in the UK are more likely to visit the gym than the pub, according to a new Carlsberg industry report that highlights the challenges facing the country's on-premise.…
Thirsty to know which alcoholic beverages are going to drive sales at restaurants over the next year? Our new What’s Hot Culinary Forecast looked at the responses of 700 chefs…
From drinkable bone broths to vegetable-packed dessert bites, some of food’s innovative, new food categories might leave the average consumer hesitant to take a bite. But one way these brands…
