The trends – based on an analysis of recent product releases, market intelligence reports, data sources, and social media buzz - include:
• Immunity Boost - "The pandemic has accelerated demand for functional products as concern surrounding health and wellness has increased interest in immune health." Flavor recommendations include: Elderberry, hibiscus, echinacea, ginger, turmeric, and honey
• Breakfast Reimagined: "The breakfast category will experience innovative revamps on familiar favorites with more consumers working and learning from home." Flavor recommendations include Berries, cinnamon, maple, cocoa, and matcha.
• Spicy Revolution: "Brands continue to bring the heat as an emergence of fiery flavor launches will hit store shelves and menus in 2021." Flavor recommendations include: Habanero, chamoy sauce, ghost pepper, guajillo, gochujang, nashville hot, chipotle, and Carolina reaper pepper.
• Plant Protein Power: "The ever-evolving market for plant-based protein has a forecasted compound annual growth rate of 9% from 2019-2023 with a series of new product lineups on the way."
• Taste Exploration: "Products that offer a heightened sensory experience via adventurous taste combinations and flavor exploration will draw consumers experiencing cuisine fatigue while stuck at home." Flavor recommendations include: Birthday cake, salted caramel, peanut butter, churro, mochi, harissa, and yuzu.
• Reduce, Reuse, Upcycle: "Upcycled ingredients will be one of the most popular claims in 2021 amidst heightened consumer demand for ethical, transparent and sustainable products."
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