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Why Every Drink Is Starting to Taste Like Dessert

Coffee menus are starting to read like bakery menus. Banana bread lattes, churro cold brews, s'mores mochas — dessert flavors have quietly spread into…
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Why Banana Is Having a Moment: Inside the Flavor Trend Brands Can't Ignore

If you've scrolled through a beverage aisle, a coffee shop menu, or a TikTok feed lately, you've probably noticed banana everywhere. What might look…
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Collagen Drinks Are Having a Moment — And the Fancy Food Show Just Proved It

Walk the aisles of this year's Summer Fancy Food Show at New York's Javits Center and you'd be forgiven for thinking the entire beverage industry had…
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What's in the Glass: Trending Alcoholic Beverages in North America Right Now

The North American drinks scene in 2026 is anything but static. Even as overall alcohol consumption dips — down from 67% of U.S. adults drinking in…
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The Growth of the Market for Functional Beverages

Consumers may initially reach for beverages seeking hydration and refreshment, but many are interested in more. Among millennial and Gen Z shoppers,…
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Rise of Matcha: A Flavorful East Asian Influence

 Matcha is thought to date back nearly 5,000 years to China’s Tang Dynasty. However, it only recently reached a wider audience in the U.S. when…
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Functional Non-Alcoholic Beverages: Innovation, Ingredients, and Opportunities

The non-alcoholic beverage category has transformed from a niche space into one of the fastest-growing global markets. Valued at $1.41 trillion today…
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Coffee Shop Trends to Watch in 2026: Experience, Ritual & Innovation

In 2026, coffee shop culture continues to evolve beyond simple beverage delivery — it’s increasingly about experience, personalization and lifestyle…
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Coffee Trends in 2026: Flavor, Function, and the Next Wave of Innovation

While water remains the most consumed beverage globally, coffee continues to hold its place as the most popular beverage in the United States,…
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Trend Spotlight: Herb-Infused Coffee – Where Wellness Meets the Brew

Coffee remains a daily ritual for millions — and that ritual is evolving. As consumers seek beverages that not only deliver bold flavor but also…
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