iGens: Meet the sober generation Bars, restaurants and alcohol companies get ready; the iGens are coming. Born between 1995 and 2007 (aged 23-11), most are not yet drinking on-premise; however, research suggests iGens could ... Read More
The rising popularity of fermented drinks Fermentation is currently experiencing a revival in the food and drinks industry. Not only does it add a unique, slightly acidic taste, but it’s also recognised for supporting ... Read More
Is the Italian coffee market ready for Starbucks? Starbucks is (finally) coming to Italy in late 2018 and is already disrupting this conservative coffee market. Just like Domino's Pizza and McDonald's before it, Starbucks is likely ... Read More
Is raw water just another fad? With consumers increasingly turning to bottled water as an alternative to sweetened soft drinks in a bid to follow healthier lifestyles, there's an opportunity for new bottled water launches ... Read More
Are basil seeds the new chia? Basil seeds have the potential to flourish as a seed ingredient like chia seeds. They are from the sweet basil plant Ocimum basilicum, also called Thai basil seeds, ... Read More
Switchel: a new drink with an old heritage Switchel is a drink with a long history. Traditionally made with water, cider vinegar, ginger, lemon and maple syrup, the unique drink was popular in colonial America where ... Read More
Are light beers coming back into fashion in the US? While craft has revolutionised the American beer market in recent years, it seems the US is a country of light beer drinkers. For example, the sharp decline of ... Read More
Would you share a pint with your puppy? Taking humanisation to the extreme – and in a new direction - the quirky concept of “alcohol” for pets has burst onto the scene in recent years. While ... Read More
The Irish drinks industry braces itself for the sugar tax Sugar is the ingredient that causes the greatest level of worry among Irish consumers, with 64% of consumers in Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland concerned about it, ... Read More
8 interesting dairy drinks launched in 2017 The turmeric latte was arguably the beverage hit of 2017 and dairy drinks have been enjoying time in the spotlight as a result. Mintel Global Food and Drink ... Read More
Can juice break into the evening occasion? The US juice market is facing stagnation due to concerns over sugar content and consumers drinking other beverage types (eg RTD coffee, bottled water and hybrid drinks). Specifically, sales of ... Read More
Cream cheese in your tea? The new must have ingredient to add to drinks Forget bagels and cupcake frosting, cream cheese is now served as a whipped topping on tea, like the creamy milk foam on a cappuccino. The concoction, which would ... Read More
