Chicago (August 28, 2009)— Amid the constant publicity about the potential danger of energy drink ingredients, Mintel Global New Products Database (GNPD) reveals that the latest energy drink launches aren’t getting any healthier. Despite this, the popular beverage market continues to grow with sales increasing over 240% from 2004 to…
We may be drinking less overall, but with more units of alcohol per drink it seems Brits are consuming more alcohol than ever before according to new research from Mintel. Mintel’s research shows that the proportion of alcohol drinkers in the UK is decreasing, yet in terms of pure…
Mintel GNPD: private label food manufacturers focus on quality, convenience, health Chicago (July 23, 2009)–It’s not your grandma’s generic peanut butter. Mintel GNPD reports that amid rampant private label food product development, manufacturers stay current with the latest food trends. Providing more than just cheap alternatives to national brands,…
No visit to Granny was ever quite complete without the obligatory mint offering, but latest research from Mintel has found things are looking decidedly bare in Granny’s treasured sweet jar. The market for mints is suffering. After seeing growth in the early part of this decade on the back…
After years of pill popping, latest research from Mintel finds the number of Brits turning to supplements for their vitamin and mineral intake is on the decline. The UK’s £396 million vitamins and supplements market is set to be a victim of its own nutrition agenda. Improved education on…
Chicago (June 22, 2009)—Despite increased buzz about healthy dining and restaurant nutrition labeling, new findings from Mintel suggest healthy menu items still face a tough battle for acceptance. Surveying American diners, Mintel found that only one in five (20%) rank food health as an important factor when ordering dinner.
Engaging younger drinkers in the wine market could prove key for the future success of the industry, new figures released today from Mintel show. The exclusive consumer research reveals that after years of impressive growth, the total UK wine market saw a 2% decline in volume sales in 2008 –…
Chicago (June 10, 2009)—Just in time for summer, Mintel releases new findings about three of the hottest food and drink markets: ice cream, coffeehouses and alcoholic beverages. For a media copy of any of these just-published Mintel Oxygen reports, contact press@mintel.com. Flavor wars: Men and women want different things…
Once the poor relation of the more glamorous chilled dessert, latest research from Mintel finds frozen desserts are witnessing something of a revival. After years of stagnant growth, sales of frozen desserts increased a mouth watering 4% in 2008, as Britain’s shoppers returned once again to the freezer cabinet…
Chicago (May 19, 2009)—Mintel, a leading market and consumer research company, just published three new food reports on portion control, fine dining and pasta & pasta-based meals. See how Americans shop and dine differently in the face of major issues like obesity, the recession and time-strapped lifestyles. 100-calorie packs…
Mintel research shows parents taking burden of blame for children’s weight Chicago (May 14, 2009)—Food, fitness or family…which one is most to blame for childhood obesity? New research from Mintel shows today’s parents aren’t sure, and they’re feeling overwhelmed and worried as they try to prevent obesity in their…
Latest research from Mintel finds Britain’s thirst for vodka remains unabated, as sales are set to reach almost £2 billion by 2013. Over the last five years, sales of the nation’s favourite white spirit have grown a giddy 23% in volume to reach 79 million litres in 2008. Meanwhile,…
