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Flavor Drop 2: Apple Jasmine & Pear Fig

Try Apple Jasmine! Searches are up 8.5% globally. Jasmine's floral notes pair perfectly with apple for a refreshing taste. Plus, 32% of consumers want more botanical flavors in drinks.

Flavors of the Month: Blood Orange Yuzu and Blue Raspberry Cotton Candy

Both delicious and healthy, blood orange and yuzu are the new flavors in beverages! Social media buzz is up 14.5%. Yuzu packs 3x the vitamin C of a lemon.

Flavors of the Month: Hibiscus Mint & Cucumber Lemon

Hibiscus, a trending floral flavor, saw a 50% increase in Google searches from July 2021 to July 2022. Paired with mint, which had 300k more searches in July 2022 compared to 2020, it creates refreshing drinks.

Imbibe Recommends Four Hot Flavors To Draw In Consumers

Insights from these partnerships help us predict future market trends. Upcoming flavors to consider: Elderberry (tangy, tart), Apricot (sweet, juicy), Pickle (salty, sour), and Shuttle Pop (cherry, lime, blue raspberry).

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Trendspotting in beverage flavors

In 2021, anticipate evolving citrus flavors, premium botanicals, and rising Mediterranean and Asian tastes. Holly McHugh from Imbibe highlights blood orange's popularity, with growing interest in yuzu, passionfruit, tamarind, and fig, according to Google searches.

Taste the Difference

Consumers are seeking healthier and more adventurous beverages. This is driven by the wellness trend and a desire for less sugar. As a result, we see more drinks with fresh fruits, botanicals, and superfoods.

#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.

36 Key Terms for Describing Taste and Flavor

When crafting a new product, consistency in flavor description streamlines communication between developers and flavorists. Common terms include: Astringency: Dry, chalky Acidic: Tart, sour Earthy: Musty, green Tart: Sour, sharp Explore our flavor library for samples.

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