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#TrendSpotting C-Store Edition

convenience store trendspotting edition

Insights from our beverage experts highlight the importance of antioxidants in citrus flavors for shelf life extension. Processing alters flavor, texture, color, and sweetness, necessitating adjustments.

Clean-Label Supply Chain Considerations

clean label beverages bottled

As the clean-label movement solidifies in the food and beverage industry, stakeholders must overhaul formulations to meet new consumer demands. Transitioning to cleaner labels involves more than ingredient swaps; requires early-stage preparedness and enhanced development processes.

Technical Tips on Product Development Part 1

When developing beverages, choose an acid that enhances flavor and records ingredient lot numbers for traceability. Match anthocyanin colors at the final pH. Fantasy flavors can be natural.

New player in the low calorie RTD cocktail space

spiked seltzer cranberry

Preparing for the National Association of Convenience Stores Show, we’re highlighting beverage trends: global influences (e.g., matcha, turmeric), indulgent milkshakes with alternative milks, expanded frozen drinks with botanical flavors, upgraded coffee offerings, customizable creamers, and hot chocolate variations.

Tips for Successful Product Development

Beverage Product Development

Functional food and beverage innovation dominates today’s market, with sales projected to reach US$279 billion by 2021, marking over 60% growth from 2014.

Clean Label Will Be the Focus of SupplySide West 2016

Will Lennon, Senior Vice President

Low-calorie RTD cocktails like hard seltzer tap into the demand for healthier alcoholic beverages. Brands such as Spiked Seltzer and Truly Spiked and Sparkling offer sparkling options with less sugar and calories.

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