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#Trendspotting: The Scoop on Frozen Desserts

Non-dairy frozen desserts are booming, set to exceed $1 billion by 2024. Unusual flavors like Kraft Macaroni and Cheese ice cream and experiential twists like gray-colored citrus treats are driving consumer excitement.
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#Trendspotting: Flavors that are Simmering, Bubbling, and Boiling Over

Yuzu, known for its tartness, is featured in energy drinks like G Fuel and Lunar Hard Seltzer, reflecting its growing popularity across various beverage categories.
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2022 Trends Part 3 – Lower Sodium, Lab-crafted Analogs, and Nostalgic Flavors to Make us Feel Safer

With new WHO and FDA guidelines, manufacturers aim to lower sodium intake by 400mg/day. Aging consumers show more concern, while trends like molecular coffee and nostalgic flavors reshape the market.
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2022 Trends Part 2 – Cannabis, Getting Frisky, and Robotic Intel (AI)

With cannabis legalization expanding, expect a surge in THC and CBD-infused products. Cann's sparkling RTD, backed by celebrities, leads the trend.
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#Trendspotting: 2022 Food & Beverage Trends Part 1

NoLo drinks surge post-"Dry January", with sales up 33% in 2021. Blake Lively's Betty Buzz offers sophisticated, alcohol-free mixers. Sober bars rise in popularity.
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#Trendspotting: (Drink) In the Name of Love

Aphrodisiacs go beyond myths! Consumers seek food and drinks with maca, horny goat weed etc. to boost libido. Brands offer products like Goop DTF gummies to meet this demand.
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#Trendspotting: Powder to the People

Hydration, immunity, and protein lead modern powder formulations. Sleep aids like Hydrant’s SLEEP and Klout PWR's PWR OFF use melatonin and magnesium. Functional powders for relaxation, energy, and gut health feature ingredients like reishi, CBD, and apple cider vinegar.
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#Trendspotting: Ingredient Spotlight

Nootropics like L-theanine and ashwagandha feature in beverages for focus and relaxation. Barcode and Laird Superfood use medicinal mushrooms. Prebiotics and apple cider vinegar support gut health in Olipop and Vitaminwater.
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#Trendspotting: Summer Sips

Summer beverage lineup features Tropicana's tropical flavors and PepsiCo's cocktail mixers. Dunkin' debuts Coconut Refreshers, while Starbucks introduces Strawberry Funnel Cake Frappuccino.
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