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Tag: nostalgia

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Flavor Drop: Chocolate Malt & Blueberry Cobbler

The Trend: Nostalgia The Flavor: Chocolate Malt For consumers, whether it’s Boomers reminiscing about malt shops, Gen X recalling bags of popcorn mixed with Whoppers at the movie theater, or Gen Z reflecting on Easter egg hunts for hidden treats...
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Flavor Drop Lychee & Strawberry Kiwi

Flavor Drop: Lychee & Strawberry Kiwi

The Trend: Global-Inspired  The Flavor: Lychee With its vibrant, sweet taste, Lychee may be a good entry point for consumers interested in expanding their palates with exciting international flavors. For some, their first introduction to Lychee was at a swanky...
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glass of pina colada and ginger beer as seen from above with note: flavor drop

Flavor Drop: Piña Colada & Ginger Beer

Piña Colada flavor is everywhere! From classic candies to boozy innovations and even plant-based desserts, Piña Colada is a growing trend. Social media buzz and searches for Piña Colada smoothies show its popularity across categories.
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pink lemonades and rocket pop

Flavor Drop: Pink Lemonade & Rocket Pop

Pink Lemonade is the summer flavor that won't quit! Searches and launches are exploding across drinks, candy, ice cream, and even supplements. This nostalgic tastebud trip is more than just a childhood memory, it's a top trend in 2024.
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flavor drop white grape drink and concord grape drink

Flavor Drop: White Grape & Concord Grape

White Grape is back! This nostalgic flavor is trending across drinks (from soda to energy drinks) and social media buzz is up 25.6%.
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tray of immunity ingredients

Imbibe Discusses Immunity Ingredients Trends in Beverage Formulations

Flashback to 2022 — Erin Costello, Senior Marketing Associate at Imbibe, chats with Prepared Foods about trending immunity ingredients in beverage formulations.
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Cotton Candy and Red Licorice

Flavor Drop: Cotton Candy & Red Licorice

Cotton candy is trending beyond carnivals, popping up in desserts, drinks, and sports nutrition. Nostalgia fuels its popularity, with TikTok cotton candy cakes and Hydration Multiplier for Kids leading the way. This playful touch adds magic to familiar products.
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black cherry and spiced cherry

Flavor Drop: Black Cherry & Spiced Cherry

Black Cherry's back! Remember those childhood treats? This isn't just a trip down memory lane - Black Cherry's a top drink flavor and booming in Latin America. But the trend goes beyond drinks!
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Flavor Drop: Fruit Punch & Tropical Punch

Fruit Punch is all grown up! This childhood favorite is bursting onto the scene in alcoholic drinks like spiked seltzers and even wine. White wine Fruit Punch is the fastest-growing combo, up a whopping 331%!
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