Consumers’ heightened awareness of artificial flavours and colourings has been putting growing pressure on the European energy drinks market. Indeed, new research from Mintel has found that naturally positioned energy drinks have grown tremendously popular over the last few years and are most sought after by the youngest and oldest consumers in…
Looking ahead to 2016, Mintel Global Food and Drink Analyst Jenny Zegler discusses the top food and drink trends set to impact global markets. Alternatives Everywhere “The growing ranks of novel protein sources and potential replacements appeal to the everyday…
With Oktoberfest in full swing, Germans across the world will be making the most of the festival and raising a glass. But it seems that standard lager might soon be replaced by a more sophisticated brew – craft beer. New research from Mintel has found that one in eight…
Eggs – they might be a kitchen staple, but new research from Mintel finds today’s German consumers really care about the ethical and taste credentials of this breakfast favourite, with animal welfare concerns driving demand for organic eggs. According to latest research from Mintel, more than…
The popularity of cold brew coffee in the United States has exploded in the last year, according to new research from Mintel. Retail sales of cold brew reflect its expanding role in the coffee category with estimated 115…
Foods bearing “free-from” claims are increasingly relevant to Americans, as they perceive the products as closely tied to health. New research from Mintel reveals that 84 percent of American free-from consumers buy free-from foods because they…
With Thursday (27th August) marking National Burger Day, restaurants across the country will be toasting buns and grilling patties in celebration of the humble burger. But rather than the traditional quarter-pounder, new research from Mintel finds that many Brits are now looking for a ‘better burger’, with…
While alcoholic drinks remain a core part of many adults’ food and drink repertoires, new research from Mintel reveals almost one in five (17%) British drinkers expect to reduce their consumption over the next year, with saving money being the number one reason…
With carbonated soft drinks facing mounting negative health perceptions from Americans, craft and natural options are showing promise among the most active soft drink consumers. While natural and craft comprise small, relatively new segments of the carbonated soft drink category, Mintel’s new…
With the ovens warming in anticipation of the Great British Bake Off, new research from Mintel finds that Brits may be losing their thirst for the Great British Tea Time. Indeed, whilst over two thirds (69%) of tea drinking Brits agree that drinking tea…
When it comes to ethical claims made by food and drink companies, new research from Mintel finds that concerns over animal welfare top the list, trumping environmental concerns and concerns over tax avoidance. In a study of 1500 UK consumers, three quarters (74%) say that meat…
As the US gets set to celebrate national ice cream day this Sunday, new research from Mintel reveals a shift in power in the global ice cream market, with China overtaking US as the world’s biggest ice cream market in 2014 for the first time. Between 2008 and 2014, the…
