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#Trendspotting: The COVID-19 Effect

The pandemic is driving demand for functional beverages that boost immunity, reduce stress, and improve sleep. Consumers are also interested in DIY in food, beverages, and cocktails, along with nostalgic flavors and products that recreate restaurant experiences at home.
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#Trendspotting: Beverage Innovation

Beverage trends include plant-based protein in smoothies and milk, self-heating coffee cans, sparkling tea with functional ingredients, and collagen-infused water. Kombucha, nitrogen-infused drinks, and watermelon flavors are also popular.
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#Trendspotting: Sweet Options

Beverage companies are using alternative sweeteners like stevia and monk fruit, or even combining them with sugar, to meet consumer demand for lower sugar drinks without sacrificing taste.
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#Trendspotting: 2020 Trend Predictions Part II

2020's Trends: Botanicals like hibiscus blend with fruit flavors. Exotic tastes like matcha and ginger gain popularity. Nostalgic treats inspire new beverage flavors. Creamy foam and chewy textures enhance sensory appeal.
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#Trendspotting: 2020 Trend Predictions

Beverage trends for 2020 span holistic wellness, hyper-personalization, hybrid beverages, and experiential drinking. Hybrid beverages combine multiple benefits, while experiential drinking sees the rise of low-alcohol and CBD options.
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#Trendspotting: The Green Rush

CBD-enhanced beverages are gaining momentum, with offerings from Dram, Elev8 Hemp, and more.
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#Trendspotting: Chicago

We tasted our way through Chicago on our annual trend walk. Here are some of the most innovative and on-trend menu items we found on our journey.
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#Trendspotting: Functional Beverages

Adaptogens like ashwagandha are trending, and fermentation yields products like kombucha. Matcha is popular in ready-to-drink beverages, and protein is found in unexpected products like ice cream.
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#Trendspotting: Permissible Indulgence

Plant-based options expand, including meat alternatives and premium cheeses. Dairy-free "milkshakes" provide indulgent treats.
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New Flavors drop regularly. Check back for the documentation you need for the flavors at your bench

Blue Raspberry Candy

Orange Cream

Creamy Vanilla

Chocolate Brownie

Caramel

Marshmallow

Dubai-Style Chocolate

Yuzu

Guava

Coconut

Passion Fruit

Pineapple

Mango

Peppermint

Pomegranate

Pumpkin Chai

Cranberry

Candy Corn

Caramel Apple

Apple Pie

Maple Cream

Strawberry (ripe, syrupy)

Strawberry (creamy, candy)

Rocket Pop

S’mores

Rainbow Cake

Rainbow Sherbet

Hibiscus

Elderflower

London Fog

Matcha Latte

Marshmallow Cereal

Irish Cream

Red Velvet

White Chocolate Raspberry

Fruit Punch

Watermelon

English Toffee

Strawberry Basil

Yuzu Lime

Nectarine

Pear

Dragon fruit

Lemon Cookie

Butterscotch

Blueberry Cobbler

Chocolate Malt

Affogato

Cookie Butter/Spiced Cookie

Lychee

Strawberry Kiwi

Piña Colada

Ginger Beer

Pink Lemonade

Rocket Pop

Concord Grape

White Grape

Red Licorice

Cotton Candy

Black Cherry

Spiced Cherry

Fruit Punch

Tropical Punch

Cantaloupe

Mixed Berry

Lemonade

Mango

Limeade

Pumpkin Pie Spice

Cream

Lemongrass

Tangerine

Limoncello

Spiced Peach

Peanut Butter Whiskey

Black Currant Lime

Persimmon

Fauxgroni Sbagliato

Honey Apricot

Merlot

Apple Jasmine

Pear Fig

Blue Raspberry Cotton Candy

Blood Orange Yuzu

#TrendSpotting: The Seasonal Flavor Renaissance

What do kiwi, eggnog, lavender, and hibiscus have in common? All are identified as flavor profiles that experience a surge in specific seasons.

#TrendSpotting: Shifts in Attitudes and Alcohol Consumption

Discover key insights from Imbibe’s “Shifting Drinking Habits” survey of 500 alcohol buyers. Learn how consumer preferences are evolving and where the biggest opportunities lie in the changing beverage landscape.

#TrendSpotting: Shifting Demand for Functional Beverages

How have functional beverage trends evolved from 2023 to 2024? Discover the shifts in consumer preferences and product innovation.

#TrendSpotting: Mixology to the Masses

People are drinking less alcohol because they want to be healthier, not because they dislike the taste. Consumers crave complex flavors that can rival alcoholic drinks. Read more about this trend and sign up for our Trendspotting newsletter.

#TrendSpotting: Sports Nutrition Trends of Today

In a recent Imbibe survey, we learned that 78% of sports nutrition beverage consumers at least work out weekly, but uses for these products have evolved beyond the gym.

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#TrendSpotting: Culinary Creations for Consumer Cravings in Food Service

Diners crave unique flavors (55%) and mini-indulgences (75%). Popular trends include IHOP's Maple Pepsi and Chick-fil-A's Cherry Berry Frosted Lemonade. "Dirty" drinks like coffee in tea or olive juice in martinis are also gaining traction. Learn more in "Epicurated."

#TrendSpotting: Unveiling Generation Alpha

62% of Millennial parents try new things influenced by their kids, who learn from TV, influencers, and online ads. Imbibe's "Epicurated" Flavor Trend Presentation helps brands apply these trends and plan their innovation pipeline.

#TrendSpotting: Functional Areas Key for 2024 and Beyond 

Ultimately, while consumers want these functional benefits, needing their beverages to taste great is essential, with 96% citing it as the most important product attribute.

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