9 signals tagged #flavortrends.
Move over, 'Swicy.' The flavor landscape is evolving as 'Swangy' and 'Swavory' take center stage, signaling a shift toward multi-dimensional, layered profiles in the food and beverage sector.
Jul 16, 2026
Monin officially selects Toasted Coconut as the 2026 Flavor of the Year, signaling a shift toward complex, dessert-adjacent profiles in the global beverage and culinary markets.
Jul 15, 2026
From blood orange sparklers to yuzu-infused snacks, globally-inspired citrus and botanicals are redefining the US flavor landscape.
Jul 14, 2026
Move over simple sweets and straightforward salts. 2026 is the year of 'flavor architecture' as consumers demand multi-dimensional profiles like 'swicy' and 'swavory.'
Jul 4, 2026
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
Once confined to Michelin-starred kitchens, black garlic has achieved mass-market penetration through accessible formats like squeeze pastes and infused oils. Major retailers are reporting a 40% year-over-year increase in fermented garlic sales as home cooks embrace its mellow, balsamic-like profile.
Jun 7, 2026
Bright, grassy, vanilla-coconut pandan is the breakout green flavor of 2026. It's landing in lattes, ice cream pints, and CPG cookies as brands look for the next matcha.
May 28, 2026
Tart, bright sumac is replacing lemon zest in everything from chip seasonings to chain-restaurant rubs. McCormick, Trader Joe's, and Sweetgreen all made big sumac bets in 2026.
May 28, 2026
Five years into its breakout, hot honey is everywhere; this is exactly why category buyers are quietly cutting SKUs.
May 20, 2026
