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Local companies finding niche with better-for-you beverages

Holly McHugh from Imbibe emphasized that while packaging is important, taste remains paramount for beverage success. She highlighted dynamic consumer preferences and significant trends like sustainability, sugar reduction, and functional benefits.

Functional beverages will get even more personalized in 2019

Functional beverages are booming, offering solutions for diverse needs like immunity, focus, and skincare. Expect increased demand for benefits like sleep, energy, cognition, beauty, and gut health in 2020, with emerging trends catering to even more personalized health needs.

Beverage ingredient suppliers announce new appointments, expanded flavors

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Sip on These 2019 Beverage Trend Predictions from Imbibe

Imbibe's 2019 beverage trends highlight a yearning for nostalgic flavors like s’mores and birthday cake, offering comfort in stressful times. Seasonal favorites such as pumpkin spice and caramel apple remain popular as limited-time offerings.

Holistic Health & Wellness Beverages

In 2019, health-conscious consumers drove the rise of plant-based products, with a 62% growth in plant-based claims. Even meat-eaters embrace these options for perceived health benefits and sustainability.

Creating Effective Global Flavors at Flavorcon Day 2

Ilana Orlofsky’s presentation emphasized disruptive beverages, highlighting energy waters, tree waters, and protein-fortified waters.

From Lavender Lattes to Cold Brew Tea: Trendspotting in RTD Tea and Coffee

Imbibe notes rising demand for convenient, functional RTD coffee meeting consumer needs. Its adaptability allows for diverse flavors, dairy-free options, and functional additives.

Curcumin Spicing Up Food and Beverage

Turmeric's presence in food and beverages has surged due to its role as a natural colorant and functional ingredient. Curcumin, its active compound, is linked to anti-inflammatory, brain health, heart disease prevention, cancer-fighting, and mood-enhancing benefits.

Functional beverage makers promoting wider range of health effects

The functional beverage market is diversifying beyond energy and digestion, embracing trends in sleep, immune support, and cognition.