Rediscovering Tequila Tequila is exclusively made from the Blue Weber Agave (Agave tequilana). It has an internationally recognized Denomination of Origin and can only be
Consumers continue to seek functional food, beverage, and beauty products. Mintel’s research data showed that 73% of adults consume drinks promoting an added functional benefit.
It is said that Americans consume more than 2.5 billion pounds of pickles each year, which is the equivalent of 20 billion pickles. Pickles are
According to IBISWorld, the Seasoning, Sauce, and Condiment market reached $29.2 billion in 2022 and has grown 3.4% per year on average between 2017 and
Elote, which means “corn cob” in Spanish, is Mexican street corn made with grilled corn on the cob topped with mayonnaise, cotija cheese, tajin, lime,
According to National Agricultural Statistics Service, in 2020, fresh apricots reached $24 million, while processed apricots reached $10 million. Apricot is on the radar emerging
Plant-Based Fish & Seafood Alternatives Makes A Splash Whether it’s plant-based milk or plant-based meat, plant-based food and beverages continue to trend. In addition to
Steepen In Tea Sales Tea is trending. According to Nielsen, tea sales reached $70 billion, an 11.3% year-over-year increase, for the 52 weeks ending April
Milking It – Just The Numbers According to IRI, refrigerated whole-milk dollar sales jumped 1.2% to $5,430.2 million during the 52 weeks ending Sept. 5,
Eggs continue to trend. Now plant-based egg products are trending. Like all consumer packaged goods, everyone is working on plant-based alternatives. Eggs are no exception.
As of January 2021, bacon sales grew nearly 23% over the same period the previous year with sales reaching $489 million, according to IRI Integrated
Watermelon is a popular seasonal beverage flavor that never goes out of style. The warm weather welcomes the latest watermelon launches including non-alcoholic and alcoholic
From plant-based milk to plant-based meat, plant-based everything is trending with a dizzying amount of new food and beverage launches. Innova’s 2020 Consumer Survey revealed
Mushrooms are spore-bearing fruiting bodies of a fungus. You may not be a mushroom fan, but you should be after you realize their numerous and
Soy milk once dominated the alternative, non-dairy milk market with no competition. Today, the plant-based milk landscape is competitive with a variety of plant-based sources.
Aloha Summer Pineapple. Nothing says summer-like tropical fruit flavors. And this summer individuals are sipping on pineapple beverages making pineapple the hottest sweet and tart
Probiotics are live microorganisms (typically bacteria or yeast) that live in one’s gut and are good for the digestive system. Prebiotics are dietary fiber that
The younger demographics continue to explore multicultural flavors. Middle Eastern flavors with an emphasis on Israeli-inspired cuisine and hummus are currently popular. Chickpeas also known
Statistics suggest that egg consumption is the highest it’s been in almost 40 years with U.S. consumers eating an average of 279 eggs per year.
PB&J (Peanut Butter & Jelly) is an iconic, American classic. The first written peanut butter and jelly sandwich recipe was published by Julia Davis Chandler in
Collagen is said to be the most abundant protein in our bodies and is a main component in our skin, bones and connective tissues, which
Adaptogens are natural, super-herbs known for their restorative properties often used in herbal medicine and Ayurvedic practices to help the body and mind adapt to
There’s been a lot of buzz about coffee. From unique coffee flavor combinations and new coffee shops to caffeine pick-me ups and alternative uses, coffee
I’ve never been a fan of organ meat, bone marrow, or oxtail soup, but it seems like ’tis the season for bone broth soup. Bone
Red Maca is a Peruvian root known for its health properties and it’s the “it” superfood emerging. Yellow/Cream Maca and Black Maca are also other
Trend Alert – seems like beer flavors are trickling into candy. Jelly Belly debuted a non-alcoholic Draft Beer Jelly Bean while ChocOBeer in Europe introduced a line
According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 43.8 million people in the U.S. smoke cigarettes. Apparently smokers aren’t the only people that enjoy the
I recently had a cup of cold brewed Earl Grey iced tea from Kee’s Chocolates. Besides the fact that I am caffeine sensitive and was
Cherry and watermelon are the in vogue fruits of the summer season and are inspiring new fragrance and flavor introductions. In fine fragrance, as a spring
Kale, the new superfood darling, is a cruciferous vegetable member of the cabbage family. It is appearing in new Kale products such as fresh-squeezed juices,
What exactly is a sunchoke? A sunchoke is most popularly known as a Jerusalem artichoke and is a tuber vegetable. It’s not from Jerusalem, it’s
Sweet honey has long been utilized throughout history in a majority of cultures. Known as a healthful ingredient, honey is most commonly used as a
With the growth of the beauty industry in the Middle East there have been a slew of spicy, oriental and woody fragrance directions emerging, some
In 2007, popcorn received a bad rap because of its link to lung disease driven by Diacetyl, the ingredient found in microwave popcorn to create
As children, we constantly put dirt in our mouth and as adults we are going back to our roots and now we “eat dirt” as
Sea Buckthorn Berry also known as Sea Berry is a tart, orange colored grape-sized berry, which grows in Europe, Asia, and North America. This superfruit
In recent years, berries of all kinds have been receiving a lot of press due to their antioxidant properties and health benefits. Grapes, particularly those
The latest craze in the food and beverage sector is Stevia, a natural sweetener and common sugar substitute with zero calories. Its origins are from
Entertainment based on vampires, products incorporating the word “blood,” and products based on consumers’ blood types are gaining popularity. Movies, books, and websites based on
They say “diamonds are a girl’s best friend,” but diamonds are appearing in more than just jewelry, and aren’t just for women. From luxury accessories
Manufacturers, retailers, and consumers alike are looking for new and exciting ingredients to create unique products and enticing marketing concepts. Several ingredients such as Mastic,
In the midst of a recession, consumers are trading up for premium products. They are gravitating towards affordable luxuries, products that provide a higher level