Post-pandemic Alcohol Trends

How Flavor Science is Shaping Post-pandemic Alcohol Trends The COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped the way that many consumers approach alcoholic beverage consumption. Many of these changes are here to stay, thanks to innovations in beverage flavors.

By T. Hasegawa

It’s no surprise that the role of alcoholic […]

T. Hasegawa2022-06-14T16:49:25-07:00June 13th, 2022|Flavor Trends|

Non-Alcoholic Beverage Trends 2022

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TRENDING FLAVORS AND INGREDIENTS

Non-Alcoholic Beverage Trends 2022

“In recent years, the non-alcoholic beverage category has capitalized on consumers’ pandemic-driven cravings for comforting flavors and desire for functional ingredients. Now, record-breaking inflation and continued labor and
supply challenges threaten to stunt […]

T. Hasegawa2022-05-18T11:33:51-07:00May 18th, 2022|Flavor Trends|

Innovation on the Menu

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TRENDING FLAVORS AND INGREDIENTS

Innovation on the Menu

“Restaurant sales increased in 2021; however, the foodservice industry is still facing hurdles on the road to recovery. While operators are streamlining menus amid labor and supply issues, innovative menus will be […]

T. Hasegawa2022-05-18T10:38:06-07:00April 5th, 2022|Flavor Trends|

Asian Cuisine

FLAVOR FLASH
TRENDING FLAVORS AND INGREDIENTS Asian Cuisine

“The long history of Chinese food in the U.S. and its resulting ubiquity ensures its role as the most consumed Asian cuisine. Trends have come and gone, but there continues to be room for […]

T. Hasegawa2022-03-02T16:56:32-07:00February 24th, 2022|Flavor Trends|

Protein

FLAVOR FLASH
TRENDING FLAVORS AND INGREDIENTS

Protein

“Proteins are center of the plate influencers: their flavors drive the side dishes paired around them for nearly half of consumers. Value-added flavor innovation is […]

T. Hasegawa2022-01-28T12:17:05-07:00January 31st, 2022|Flavor Trends|

Dairy

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TRENDING FLAVORS AND INGREDIENTS

Dairy

“Innovation is necessary for dairy categories to remain relevant, as consumers increasingly purchase both dairy and dairy-alternative products. Develop products that provide consumers with unique […]

T. Hasegawa2021-11-22T14:10:10-07:00November 16th, 2021|Flavor Trends|

Desserts and Confections

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TRENDING FLAVORS AND INGREDIENTS

Desserts and Confections

“The desserts and confections market performed well during the pandemic as consumers leaned into indulgence for comfort, but consumers are aspiring to make […]

T. Hasegawa2021-09-20T15:36:24-07:00September 20th, 2021|Flavor Trends|

Latin Cuisine

FLAVOR FLASH
TRENDING FLAVORS AND INGREDIENTS

Latin Cuisine

“Mexican cuisine is by far the most consumed Latin cuisine, reflecting not only availability but also its profound influence on U.S. food culture. The […]

T. Hasegawa2021-08-12T15:19:44-07:00August 10th, 2021|Flavor Trends|

Dips and Sauces

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TRENDING FLAVORS AND INGREDIENTS

Dips and Sauces

“Dips and sauces sit at the intersection of experience and versatility and consumers expect both in new innovation. The pandemic has given rise to positive sales growth […]

T. Hasegawa2021-07-14T09:20:35-07:00July 11th, 2021|Flavor Trends|

2021 Non-Alcoholic Beverage Flavors

FLAVOR FLASH
TRENDING FLAVORS AND INGREDIENTS

2021 Non-Alcoholic Beverage Flavors

“The non-alcoholic beverage category first and foremost relies on its most important and often inherent functionality, satisfying thirst, to drive consumer purchase, but consumers also look […]

T. Hasegawa2021-08-10T12:51:24-07:00June 7th, 2021|Flavor Trends|

Explore Our Flavor Portfolio

Alcoholic Beverages

Cocktails
Beer & Malt
TTB
Spirits
Hard Seltzer
RTM (cocktail mixers)
RTD
Wine, Cider, Mead

Non-Alcoholic Beverages

Coffee
Tea
Sports Performance and Nutrition Beverages
Carbonated Soft Drinks
Flavored & Sparkling Water
RTD Beverages
Nutritional & Meal Replacements
Drink Mixes, Electrolytes, Energy & Sports Drinks

Botanical

Botanical
Vanilla

Dairy

Cheese
Dairy
Butter & Margarine
Ice Cream
Milk, Creams, Sour Creams, & Creamers
Yogurt & Yogurt Drinks
Non-Dairy Alternatives

Dips, Dressings & Sauces

Dips
Dressing
Fermented
Cooking, Pasta, & Table Sauces
Marinades
Condiments

Fruity (Fruit & Fruit-Filled)

Spring and Summer Fruit
Fall & Winter Fruit
Japanese Citrus
Jams, Jellies, Marmalades & Fruit Spreads
Fillings & Preparations

International

Reaction

Maillard Reaction
Plant Based Protein
Meat
Fermented
Prepared Foods & Meal Kits
Snacks
Pastas & Instant Noodles
Seasonings, Batter & Breading
Meat Substitutes & Alternatives
Pizza
Soups, Stews, Stocks & Broths

Savory

Savory

Seafood

Solutions

Flavor Modulation

Sweet (Confections)

Confection
Chocolate
Mixes & Coatings
Mints & Gums

Bakery

Savory Bakery
Japanese Bakery
Sweet Bakery
Snack, Nutrition and Performance Bars
Doughs & Mixes
Cereal, Granola, & Energy Bars

Vegetables

Fall & Winter Vegetables
Spring and Summer Vegetables

Explore Our Flavor Portfolio

Alcoholic Beverages

Cocktails
Beer & Malt
TTB
Spirits
Hard Seltzer
RTM (cocktail mixers)
RTD
Wine, Cider, Mead

Non-Alcoholic Beverages

Coffee
Tea
Sports Performance and Nutrition Beverages
Carbonated Soft Drinks
Flavored & Sparkling Water
RTD Beverages
Nutritional & Meal Replacements
Drink Mixes, Electrolytes, Energy & Sports Drinks

Botanical

Botanical
Vanilla

Dips, Dressings & Sauces

Dips
Dressing
Fermented
Cooking, Pasta, & Table Sauces
Marinades
Condiments

Fruity (Fruit & Fruit-Filled)

Spring and Summer Fruit
Fall & Winter Fruit
Japanese Citrus
Jams, Jellies, Marmalades & Fruit Spreads
Fillings & Preparations

International

Reaction

Maillard Reaction
Plant Based Protein
Meat
Fermented
Prepared Foods & Meal Kits
Snacks
Pastas & Instant Noodles
Seasonings, Batter & Breading
Meat Substitutes & Alternatives
Pizza
Soups, Stews, Stocks & Broths

Savory

Savory

Seafood

Solutions

Flavor Modulation

Sweet (Confections)

Confection
Chocolate
Mixes & Coatings
Mints & Gums

Bakery

Savory Bakery
Japanese Bakery
Sweet Bakery
Snack, Nutrition and Performance Bars
Doughs & Mixes
Cereal, Granola, & Energy Bars

Vegetables

Fall & Winter Vegetables
Spring and Summer Vegetables

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