Interest in Alternative Energy Drinks Surging
Across the U.S., consumers continue to seek out energy-boosting beverages. This persistent demand, coupled with a broader exploration of ingredients, is transforming the energy drink landscape.
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Are U.S. Coffee Drinkers Addicted to Their Morning Brew?
For most American coffee drinkers—cue the old Folgers jingle—the best part of waking up really is the coffee in their cup. According to new research conducted by OnePoll on behalf of BUNN, four in five …
Starbucks Has Big Plans for Smalltown America
Starbucks appears poised to overtake Subway as America’s most prolific QSR. Smalltown locations could be key in helping the coffee chain reach its goals.
Americans Avoid Businesses Without a Drive-Thru
No drive-thru? For nearly half of Americans, that’s a deal-breaker. New research shows that 47% of U.S. consumers would simply avoid going to a store that doesn’t have a drive-thru. And twice as many people …
Naturally Decaffeinated Coffee Beans Are Almost Here
Brazilian coffee research organization Instituto Agronomico de Campinas (IAC) has entered a decisive stage in its two-decade project to develop naturally decaffeinated coffee varieties by crossing different plants that have very low caffeine content.
Analysis: Why Coffee Remains Inflation-proof
Inflation is causing consumers to rethink spending in numerous ways. Coffee, however, is one category that remains untouchable. Coffee, after all, is an affordable luxury. “Despite cutting down on dining out or travel, you can …
How Nespresso Wins in the U.S. Market
Nespresso’s Jessica Padula discusses the company’s history, its unique place in the coffee space, and how it views loyalty.
Uncommon Grounds: Sustainable, ‘Beanless’ Coffee Unveiled
A rather innovative, environmentally-friendly cold brew is set to debut. Could it be the next big thing in coffee?
Consumers’ Top 10 Craveable Coffee Chains
Technomic polled consumers to rank their top coffee chains, finding consumers valued taste, specialty flavors, and high-quality beans.
Analysis: Coffee Prices to Level Out Amid Inflation Setbacks
With inflation remaining steady, many companies currently face dilemmas. Some are doing everything in their power to absorb the higher operating costs and to keep their prices down. Others, however, have been able to pass …
FI Small Bites: Coffee Industry Latest
Despite the recent downward trend in coffee exports, the latest reports show some light in the darkened tunnel. What’s making things look brighter in the world of java? The Food Institute has the latest. Produced …
Analysis: Coffee Could Soon Get More Expensive
Drought and severe frost this year savaged the Brazilian coffee crop, pushing commodity prices up as reports surfaced the bean supply never has been lower. Brazil is the world’s biggest producer of beans and has …
WATCH: The Latest Coffee Innovation: Compostable Coffee Balls
How many of you out there love waking up to the convenience of single coffee pod brewing systems? They’re fabulous. You can brew exactly enough for yourself, you can switch flavors up frequently, it’s ready …
FI Fast Break audio news: Sept. 7, 2022
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on the impact inflation is having on quick-service restaurants.
FI Fast Break audio news: Sept. 1, 2022
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on the increasing candy bar shortage ahead of the Halloween season.
Consumers Cutting Back … But Not at Coffee Shops
During a dark economic time, coffee shops seem to be doing just fine, with sales actually rising as the rest of the industry stalls.
Concerns About Discretionary Spending Jolt Coffee Chains
Consumer concerns about discretionary spending pushed Dunkin’ Donuts and Starbucks traffic lower in June, new data show.
Cold Beverages Red Hot at Coffee Fest 2022
CHICAGO – While coffee shops had previously been viewed as a “third place” to hang out and meet friends over a cup of hot java, shops are evolving to offer more cold beverages along with …
Nestlé Boosts Dairy Alternatives Investment with New Arizona Beverage Facility
As Americans grow ever more enamored with alternatives to milk, cream and other dairy-based items, Nestlé USA has decided to make a major investment in the sector with a $675 million beverage facility in Glendale, …
FI Small Bites: Coffee-less Coffee
Would you be willing to try a cup of coffee that had no coffee in it? Nope, it’s not a typo, this is real. Some companies are working on – and already have come up …
Report: Cost of Breakfast Commodities Hits 10-Year High
The cost of ingredients for breakfast staples continues to rise as global food production, processing and transportation challenges collide with higher demand from the pandemic rebound. According to the Financial Times breakfast indicator, futures prices …
Are Climate Conditions Affecting Coffee?
A new study suggests changing climate conditions might be affecting the taste, aroma, and overall quality of coffee. Trends found by researchers from Tufts and Montana State University indicated that farms at higher altitudes were …
FI Fast Break audio news: Nov. 3, 2021
This week, in The Food Institute’s quick-hitting, audio news podcast, we examine encouraging holiday retail sales news, and update trucking delays. The Food Institute Podcast · FI Fast Break News – Nov. 3, 2021 The …
Millennials, Gen Z Fueling Coffee Sales Boom
Coffee consumption is going strong throughout the U.S., with drinks away from home on the rise and younger consumers driving the popularity of specialty, refrigerated, and ready-to-drink brews. According to the National Coffee Data Trends …
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Coffee Innovations Hitting Higher Gear
Coffee’s popularity in the U.S. shows no signs of slowing. More than half of Americans over 18 years old drink coffee daily, with the average coffee drinker consuming three cups of coffee per day, as …
CEOs: Merger of Panera, Caribou, and Einstein Bros. Should ‘Turbocharge’ Growth
In a major merger announced Thursday, Panera Bread joined forces with Caribou Coffee and Einstein Bros. Bagels to form Panera Brands. The new group includes more than 4,000 fast-casual restaurants. The pact sent reverberations throughout …
FI Fast Break audio news: Aug. 4, 2021
This week, in The Food Institute’s quick-hitting, audio news podcast, we examine Kroger’s unique new ghost kitchen setup, how restaurants are addressing wage “compression,” and the dwindling American beer market. The Food Institute Podcast · …
FI Fast Break audio news: July 28, 2021
This week, in The Food Institute’s quick-hitting, audio news podcast, we break down the surging prices of both seafood and coffee, vaccination requirements in California, and new unemployment statistics. The Food Institute Podcast · FI …
‘Double Whammy’ of Drought, Frosts in Brazil Propels Coffee Prices
Extreme weather and supply chain issues have impacted prices for the vast majority of commodities in 2021, ranging from lumber to corn. Until recently, coffee (and avocados) seemed to be surviving in an inflationary market …
Explaining ‘Shrinkflation’: An Increasingly Common Phenomenon
Ever had the odd feeling that something you buy regularly doesn’t look quite right? It’s more than the new colors on the label or a new shape. The price is the same, but … You’re …
Coffee Subscriptions a Proven Prescription to Boost Restaurant Traffic
Free is good, as any customer will tell you, and fast-casual restaurants are beginning to see the benefits of offering free (or virtually free) coffee to drive increased traffic and revenue. In February 2020, Panera …
Coffee Prices on the Rise, But Sellers Aren’t Concerned … Yet
Some coffee purveyors say they’re not too worried – at least in the short term – about the shipping container shortage that is pressuring already tight coffee supplies, the result of a South American drought …
Consumers Expected to Wake Up to Higher Coffee Prices Soon
U.S. coffee processors are reporting significant cost increases in their operations, mostly related to transportation, and expect to raise retail prices soon. Mid-sized and smaller roasters have been hit hardest, but even larger companies say …
NextGen Coffee Is a Trend to Watch
In today’s world, people are looking for more than just an average cup of joe. And because the pandemic is keeping many consumers away from their local coffee shops, there’s a growing trend to recreate …
Have the Coffee Wars Come Home?
The COVID-19 pandemic has turned the world upside down, but that hasn’t stopped the global consumption of roughly 2.25 billion cups of coffee per day. What has certainly changed during this 2020 crisis is how …
National Chains Thrive, While Independent Restaurants Struggle
National chains are growing while locally owned restaurants suffer in the pandemic, reported The Wall Street Journal (Oct. 12). Large chains have more flexibility both when it comes to moving money and locations around and …