SUMMER FLAVORS 2026
SWEET AND SAVORY SUMMER TAKEOVER
SUMMER FLAVORS 2026
SWEET AND SAVORY SUMMER TAKEOVER
Sweet and Savory Summer Takeover
‘Tis the season for summer barbecues and outdoor hangouts. As the days grow long and people make plans to socialize, food and drinks are always on the table. Let’s see what this summer brings to the realm of flavor discovery.
Sweet and Savory Summer Takeover
‘Tis the season for summer barbecues and outdoor hangouts. As the days grow long and people make plans to socialize, food and drinks are always on the table. Let’s see what this summer brings to the realm of flavor discovery.
TOPICS INCLUDE:

SWEET FLAVORS
The delightful treat that brightens most summer days is usually sweet. Whether you are sipping a cool beverage or eating a frosty or baked dessert, our selection of sweet flavors is sure to entice those with a taste for tasty, visually appealing colors.

SAVORY FLAVORS
Known for the saltier taste and umami depth they bring to dishes, this profile is emblematic of summer cookouts. Our selection of savory flavors offers cultural favorites that are new and worth the hype.
TOPICS INCLUDE:
SWEET FLAVORS
The delightful treat that brightens most summer days is usually sweet. Whether you are sipping a cool beverage or eating a frosty or baked dessert, our selection of sweet flavors is sure to entice those with a taste for tasty, visually appealing colors.

SAVORY FLAVORS
Known for the saltier taste and umami depth they bring to dishes, this profile is emblematic of summer cookouts. Our selection of savory flavors offers cultural favorites that are new and worth the hype.


Download the in-depth
2026 Summer Flavors Report

In the 2026 Summer Flavors report, discover how global celebrations and renewed local pride are shaping taste this season. Key insights include:
- Sweet, fruit-forward flavors making a splash across beverages and desserts
- Globally inspired savory profiles gaining momentum on menus
- Nostalgic summer staples reimagined for modern applications
- Heat-meets-sweet combinations driving consumer excitement
- And more!

Download the in-depth 2026 Summer Flavors Report
In the 2026 Summer Flavors report, discover how global celebrations and renewed local pride are shaping taste this season. Key insights include:
- Sweet, fruit-forward flavors making a splash across beverages and desserts
- Globally inspired savory profiles gaining momentum on menus
- Nostalgic summer staples reimagined for modern applications
- Heat-meets-sweet combinations driving consumer excitement
- And more!
FLAVOR TRENDS ARCHIVE






2022 Food and Beverage Flavor Trends
Opportunities exist to offer consumers a range of complex and enhanced flavors.

2021 Food and Beverage Flavor Trends
Plant-based proteins are trending as consumers seek to improve their overall health and the health of the planet.


