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Raise a Glass to Innovative Fruit and Vegetable Beverages

The legacy of Tang gives way to a surge in fruit and vegetable beverages, driven by health-conscious consumers. Cold-pressed juices, rich in veggies like cucumber and kale, dominate markets in the US and Europe.

How Are Flavors Born?

Imbibe’s flavor chemists possess a sophisticated understanding of their craft, which is developing compelling custom flavors for our clients. Chart: How are flavors born.

Trend Walk Preview: Get a Taste of Beverage Trends on an Imbibe Tour around Chicago

Chicago's beverage scene offers diverse experiences. Pickwick Coffee Roasters in West Town supports local communities, serving unique drinks like vanilla bourbon latte. The Wormhole Coffee in West Town/Wicker Park offers seasonal creations like Cool But Rude.

Function: Immunity

Consumer demand for functional beverages is surging. Mintel reports 70%-82% of consumers seek added health benefits in bottled water, coffee, and teas.

Clean-label SweetSense^TM developed during ‘critical time’ for beverage industry

Laura Dembitzer from Imbibe highlights two consumer segments in the carbonated and sports beverage markets: those opting for artificial sweeteners to cut sugar and another group preferring natural sweeteners, prioritizing health over taste.

‘Bitter is better’ in growing fermented beverage market, Imbibe says

Consumers seek convenient, nutritious drinks, driving growth in vegetable-based, fermented, and animal-based options. Despite their acquired taste, fermented drinks are gaining popularity, suggesting increasing acceptance of unique flavors.

Function: Digestive Health

Probiotic sales surged by 12.4% in 2015, showcasing consumer interest in gut health. With 70% of the immune system in the gut, probiotics offer broader wellness benefits.

Reformulate, Rebrand: Companies Respond to Demand for Sugar Reduction

The FDA's added sugar disclosure mandate from July 2018 prompts industry-wide reformulation efforts. Major brands like Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and Nestlé commit to sugar reduction.

Sugar-reduction efforts pick up steam ahead of update to Nutrition Facts panel

Food and beverage brands are rushing to reduce sugar ahead of FDA regulations mandating added sugar labeling.

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