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Canned sodas sit beside creamers, flavor syrups and a glass of creamy soda with ice and lime.

Dirty Soda Goes CPG: The Chain-to-Shelf Customization Play

Dirty soda is giving beverage brands a new way to compete: sell a finished flavor, or sell the ingredients that make an everyday soda feel personal. The 2026 opportunity is translating the appeal of shop-made customization into products that work on a retail shelf.

Aug 24, 2026

Watermelon wedges, honeydew slices and cantaloupe surround sparkling beverages and colorful melon-inspired candy.

Beverage Trends·4 min read

Melon Flavors Ride the Late-Summer LTO Wave

Melon offers a flexible flavor platform for late-summer limited-time offers, from crisp watermelon refreshers to softer honeydew and cantaloupe profiles. For 2026 innovation planning, the opportunity is to translate seasonal fruit cues into products with a distinct sensory identity.

Aug 17, 2026

Dill pickles sit beside a bowl of creamy dipping sauce, a glass of beer and an iced soda on a food development tasting table.

Beverage Trends·4 min read

Pickle Flavor Moves Beyond Snacks Into Sauces, Beer and Soda

Dill pickle is becoming more than a seasoning for chips and popcorn. Its expansion into ranch, ketchup, beer and customized soda gives food and beverage developers a flavor platform with distinct formulation demands.

Aug 7, 2026

A row of Bubly Melted Ice Pop cans featuring vibrant red, white, and blue graphics, set against a bright summer backdrop.

Beverage Trends·3 min read

Bubly Melted Ice Pop Goes National for Summer 2026

PepsiCo announces the national rollout of Bubly Melted Ice Pop for Summer 2026, transitioning the nostalgic cherry, lime, and raspberry blend from a Target exclusive to a major retail mainstay.

Jul 22, 2026

A condensation-covered can of Dr Pepper Creamy Coconut next to a halved coconut and a glass of ice.

Beverage Trends·3 min read

Dr Pepper Creamy Coconut Returns to Lead KDP's 2026 Lineup

Following a record-breaking limited run, Dr Pepper Creamy Coconut is set to return as the cornerstone of Keurig Dr Pepper’s 2026 innovation strategy.

Jul 19, 2026

Group of athletes drinking colorful sports drinks during a soccer match tournament.

Beverage Trends·3 min read

Powerade Rolls Out Three Limited World Cup Flavors

Powerade kicks off its 2026 World Cup partnership early with a trio of limited-edition flavors: Blood Orange Kick, White Grape Wave, and Cold Berry Burst.

Jul 18, 2026

A latte topped with dried lavender buds next to a bar of lavender-infused dark chocolate and a cup of herbal tea.

Ingredients·3 min read

Lavender Climbs the Charts for Tea, Coffee and Cocoa

Lavender is transcending its aromatherapy roots to become a dominant floral player in the beverage sector, driven by consumer demand for stress-reducing flavors in tea, coffee, and cocoa.

Jul 15, 2026

A Dunkin' Cherry Lime Rickey Refresher next to a brightly iced Fruit Punch Donut on a summer-themed background.

Restaurants·3 min read

Dunkin Launches Cherry Lime Rickey Refresher and Fruit Punch Donut

Dunkin' taps into vintage soda fountain aesthetics with the launch of its Cherry Lime Rickey Refresher and Fruit Punch Donut, bridging the gap between beverage trends and bakery innovation.

Jul 11, 2026

A close-up of a cold brew coffee topped with a thick, velvety layer of pistachio-flavored cold foam.

Beverage Trends·3 min read

Cold Foam Becomes a Flavor Delivery Layer

Cold foam is evolving from a simple creamy topper into a sophisticated flavor delivery system, with profiles like pistachio and salted caramel leading the charge in the beverage sector.

Jul 8, 2026

Pile of white cacao fruit pulp next to open cacao pods

Ingredients·5 min read

Cacao Fruit Pulp Becomes the Sustainable Sweet of 2026

Cacao fruit pulp is gaining significant traction in 2026 as a novel ingredient, distinct from cacao beans and coffee cascara. Brands are leveraging this previously wasted byproduct to create juices, snacks, and natural sweeteners, aligning with strong consumer demand for sustainable and innovative food products.

Jul 7, 2026

Bright yellow mango slices with chili flakes and a refreshing drink in the background

Ingredients·5 min read

Mango Is the Defining Flavor of Summer 2026

Mango is poised to dominate the Summer 2026 flavor landscape, permeating beverage, frozen, and snack categories. This surge reflects a strategic industry response to heightened consumer demand for tropical, 'swicy' (sweet and spicy), and globally-inflected taste experiences, positioning mango as a versatile and bright seasonal staple.

Jul 5, 2026

Several colorful dirty sodas in branded cups with straws on a drive-thru counter

Beverage Trends·5 min read

Dirty Soda Shops Scale Nationally Beyond the Mountain West

Drive-thru 'dirty soda' chains, originating in Utah, are poised for national expansion by 2026. This growth is fueled by strong consumer demand for customizable, non-alcoholic social beverages.

Jul 2, 2026

Various aguas frescas in clear bottles on a market stall

Beverage Trends·5 min read

Aguas Frescas Scale Into the Ready-to-Drink Beverage Aisle

Aguas frescas, including jamaica, horchata, and tamarindo, are poised for significant expansion into the shelf-stable and chilled ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage categories. This move capitalizes on consumer demand for lower-sugar, fruit-forward refreshment and authentic global flavors.

Jul 1, 2026

Various pickle-flavored food and beverage products, including chips, seltzer, and popcorn, on a vibrant green background.

CPG·5 min read

Pickle-Flavored Everything Becomes 2026's Loudest Snack Trend

Dill pickle flavor is set to dominate the snack and beverage landscape in 2026, expanding far beyond its traditional chip base into seltzers, popcorn, dips, and even confectionery. This trend is driven by a consumer base actively seeking tangy, nostalgic, and adventurous taste experiences.

Jun 29, 2026

A modern, sunlit collaborative workspace where diverse young professionals in casual attire sit around a large oak table, some drinking from sleek minimalist cans and others sharing small plates of mushroom-infused snacks while looking at digital tablets.

Wellness·5 min read

Lion's Mane Nootropics Build a Cognitive-Performance Category

The cognitive-performance category has reached a fever pitch in 2026 as Lion’s Mane moves from niche supplements into mainstream CPG. With major players like CerebroFlow and Mycobrew leading the charge, the market for 'brain-fuel' functional foods is projected to hit $12.4 billion by year-end.

Jun 17, 2026

A diverse group of young professionals in casual modern attire gathering in a brightly lit, glass-walled coastal cafe, holding sleek aluminum cans and ceramic mugs, with vibrant green holly-like plants visible in decorative planters in the background.

Beverage Trends·4 min read

Jitter-Free Revolution: Yaupon and Guayusa Decenter Coffee in 2026

Domestic caffeine sources are disrupting the morning ritual as yaupon and guayusa move from niche health stores to mainstream RTD cans. Driven by a desire for jitter-free energy and local sourcing, these holly-based infusions are challenging coffee’s dominance.

Jun 9, 2026