3 Key Trends Displayed at SIAL Canada
This week’s SIAL Canada event showcased the latest cutting-edge food and beverage products, highlighting trends like nutrient-rich “superseeds,” freeze-dried ice cream, and flavorful mocktails.
Tag: non-alcoholic
Inclusive Imbibing: Latest Innovations in Non-Alcoholic Wine
Non-alcoholic wines, such as alcohol-removed Sauvignon Blanc, are growing in popularity as more consumers aim to moderate or eliminate alcohol consumption. Despite challenges in replicating the complexity of traditional wines, innovations in production methods are driving opportunities in NA wine.
Alcohol Threats Abound: From Surgeon General to Dry Jan
Alcohol manufacturers, retailers, and foodservice segments have a lot to worry about heading into the new year, with Dry January and Surgeon General advisories advocating for sober-curious lifestyles. Time will tell if these movements make an impact.
Fewer Drinks, More Dessert at Home: Inflation’s Impact on Indulgence
Inflation is reshaping indulgence habits, with consumers swapping pricey restaurant desserts for store-bought or homemade options, causing a notable decline in dessert sales across dining segments. Meanwhile, alcohol consumption is shifting toward affordable options in a similar fashion.
FI Fast Break audio news: Nov. 6, 2024
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on another notable restaurant bankruptcy, and Filipino cuisine’s surging popularity.
FI Fast Break audio news: Oct. 30, 2024
The latest Food Institute Fast Break news podcast touches on the newest beers that are marketed to young adults.
FI Fast Break audio news: Oct. 23, 2024
The latest Food Institute Fast Break news podcast touches on the soaring price of cocoa ahead of Halloween.
FI Fast Break audio news: Oct. 16, 2024
The latest FI news podcast touches on the notable reduction in drinking among young adults — especially when it comes to wine.
3 Key Takeaways from Fresh Thyme Market’s 2025 Food Trends
Fresh Thyme Market recently revealed its 2025 food trends aimed at identifying the consumer preferences shaping Midwestern palates in the coming year. Mangoes, spicy foods, and non-alcoholic beverages are all slated to grain ground.
No Market? No Problem, for Innovative Beverage Brands
In the new-look world of beverages (alcoholic; non-alcoholic; functional; restorative; hybrid; etc.), the right product can ignite a sector.
CosMc’s: Unraveling the Hype for the “Skip the Buzz” Generation
The arrival of McDonald’s new CosMc’s concept sent a wave of excitement rippling through the fast-food world.
Beliv Exec: Innovation, Sustainability Key to Growing Brands in Latin America
The non-alcoholic, ready-to-drink beverage category appears poised for significant growth. Consider: in 2023 the revenue in the non-alcoholic drinks market amounts to $53.1 billion dollars. Beliv, a fast-growing, better-for-you beverage brand, is eager to seize …
Study: Most Americans Are Interested in Sober Bars
It appears many Americans are rather intrigued by the “sober curious” movement. A new study reveals that 51% of Americans wish they had access to a sober bar as an alternative to traditional watering holes …
Drinking Less Isn’t Reserved for ‘Dry January’ Anymore
Less people are participating in Dry January this year, but data suggests that’s because drinking less alcohol is now on-trend year round.
FI Fast Break audio news: Nov. 30, 2022
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on trends to watch for 2023, including … pickle slushies?!
High Tolerance: How Functional THC-infused Drinks & Snacks Could Alter the Industry
THC is one of the fastest growing ingredients in foodservice, increasingly legal, and visible amid a key demo—the millennials.
Young Adults Embracing No- and Low-Alcohol Products
The low- and no-alcohol trend has only heated up in recent months, according to one industry expert.
Outlook Bright for Non-Alcoholic Beverage Market
The mindful drinking movement has been gaining traction for several years, with “sober curious” consumers opting for no- or low- alternatives to reduce their alcohol intake. Throughout the pandemic, demand for non-alcoholic beers, wines, and spirits increased, with consumers drinking most frequently while relaxing at …