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Sip on These 2019 Beverage Trend Predictions from Imbibe

Just in time for the new year. Beverage development company Imbibe has released its list of the top beverage trends for 2019, which include popular flavors, ingredients and claims.

From classic tastes to emerging coffee trends, consumers are looking for their beverages to provide unique and inspired experiences. One of the key drivers will continue to be flavor. Consumers are looking for:

Nostalgic flavors. As consumer look for ways to combat stress, they will seek out products that provide comfort and bring them back to a moment. Flavors like s’mores, birthday cake, cookie dough and cereal milk are classic nostalgic flavors and have been used in beverages, protein shakes and cocktails. Seasonal flavors like pumpkin spice, maple, eggnog and caramel apple are also popular as limited time offerings (LTOs).

Read the full article on Perfumer & Flavorist.

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