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WEBCAST: Seasonal Flavors – From Insights to Application
Watch to learn how seasonal flavors are evolving and expanding in North American food and beverage innovation.
2026 Regulatory News Affecting The North American Food and Beverage Industry
Regulatory news from FlavorSum about new and proposed regulations affecting North American food and beverage manufacturers in 2026.
Healthy Candy? How Brands Are Designing Confections with a Purpose
Healthy candy explained: how flavor, texture, and format shape functional confections without turning treats into supplements
Seasonal Flavors in the Spotlight: Creating Winning LTOs
Shifting expectations about seasonal flavors affect how brands use timing, execution, and intent to create seasonal flavors that convert.
« Alphabétisation » : plongée dans les aventures alimentaires et savoureuses de la génération alpha
Explore Gen Alpha trends to discover how brands can engage and create connections with children through food and beverage innovations.
WEBCAST: Stay Ahead of What’s Next – 2026 Cultural Currents in Food & Beverage
Watch FlavorSum’s outlook about the 2026 cultural shifts influencing taste preferences and shaping food and beverage innovation.
2026 Food and Beverage Trends: Crafting Desirable Flavor Experiences
Explore FlavorSum’s 2026 food and beverage flavor trends: rustic authenticity, interactivity, solo dining, and togetherness.
2026 Food and Beverage Forecast: Cultural Shifts Shaping Innovation
Learn about cultural shifts reshaping food and beverage innovation, from AI-driven development to renewed importance of real experiences.
WEBCAST: Savor the Story – Turn Flavor Into Connection
Watch the FlavorScience webcast to learn how a flavor story can create connections through familiar tales, sourcing, or exciting crossovers.
Blurring the Lines: How Cocktail Flavors are Shaking Up Beverage Innovation
Mocktails are shifting from substitutes to catalysts for flavor innovation. Learn how cocktail flavors can shape beverage innovation.
Pleins feux sur les tendances : L’innovation savoureuse couronnée de succès dans le domaine des nouveaux aliments et boissons en Amérique du Nord
Here’s what to know about vanilla extract vs vanilla flavors and how FlavorSum’s vanilla solutions can meet your NPD requirements.
WEBCAST: Meet Me in the Moment – Flavors From Sunrise to Sunset
Food and beverage taste preferences change across dayparts. Discover how to create tailored experiences in our FlavorScience webcast.
WEBCAST: Premium, Please – Flavors that Fulfill Expectations for Elevated Eating
Premium flavors help food and beverage brands deliver elevated eating experiences. Our FlavorScience webcast shares insights to support NPD.
Small Batch, Big Ideas: Churning Up Fresh Flavors With Scoop Shop Inspiration
Discover how brands are transforming the cereal bowl with high-protein formulas, indulgent flavors, and on-the-go formats.
WEBCAST: Seeking Serenity – Flavors that Soothe, Relax, and Rejuvenate
Discover how food and beverage flavors can meet the needs of people seeking serenity with insights from FlavorScience, a FlavorSum webcast.
Seasonal Flavors in Focus: Understanding the Science + 2025 Predictions
Uncover the science of seasonal flavors and get an exclusive sneak peek at the top seasonal trends shaping the year ahead from FlavorSum.
2025 Food and Beverage Trends: Aligning Flavors With Evolving Shopper Needs
Gain insight into how flavors can create desirable experiences and support development as we review 2025 food and beverage trends.
2025 Food & Beverage Predictions: Cultural Trends Shaping Behavior & Innovation
Let’s explore how cultural trends will influence new food and beverage products and innovation in 2025.
WEBCAST: Create, Sip, Innovate: How to Use Flavors for Rapid Refreshing Beverage Innovation | FlavorSum
Discover how combination flavors are generating excitement and speeding innovation in refreshing beverage segments.
How to Surf Flavor Trends and Stay Ahead of the Swell in Food and Beverage Innovation
Learn about the flavor trends and curated food and beverage insights you can get from FlavorSum by signing up for FlavorSum Discover.
WEBCAST: Crafting Irresistible Snack and Nutrition Bars | FlavorSum
Learn how to make snack and nutrition bars that meet health and wellness goals with an irresistible taste.
L’inflation accuse un ralentissement, mais les prix demeurent élevés : l’innovation alimentaire à l’appui des consommateurs
Despite slowing inflation, food prices remain high. FlavorSum investigates how food innovation supports shoppers and retains brand loyalty.
Plongée dans l’innovation : Les produits laitiers de culture satisfont les envies de protéines et de probiotiques
Cultured dairy is winning as tasty source of protein and probiotics. Learn how brands are meeting needs for function and flavor!
Plongée dans l’innovation : les tendances en matière de crème glacée en Amérique du Nord
Discover how brands are bringing ice cream trends to the shelf and what you can do to innovate in the ice cream aisle.
WEBCAST: How the Popularity of Gummies is Transforming VMS
Are you creating gummies supplements with vitamins or other active ingredients? Our latest webcast led by FlavorSum Director of Marketing Lisa Jackson has the insights you need to know to inform your innovation plan.
Tendances de 2024 en matière d’aliments et de boissons : les saveurs qui captivent et qui créent des liens
In part 2 of our series about food and beverage trends, discover flavors that can captivate and connect with people in 2024, meeting needs for energy, refreshment, delight, and new memories.
Tendances de 2024 en matière d’aliments et de boissons : les changements culturels et comportementaux ont une incidence sur l’innovation | FlavorSum
Let’s explore how cultural and behavioral changes will influence food and beverage trends and 2024 product innovation.
Plongée dans l’innovation : Les consommateurs, le marché et les tendances en matière d’arômes dans le secteur des bonbons plus sains | FlavorSum
Discover pathways to bring your favorite confections treats to life while still meeting desirable label claims with Better for You candy.
How Flavors and Colors Work Together in Food and Beverage
Explore how color plays a role in flavor selection and taste experience as we examine color trends in core food and beverage categories.
Qu’est-ce qu’on mange pour dîner? Tendances et idées pour inspirer l’innovation
Discover how food and beverage manufacturers can create connections with consumers during the middle of the day.
WEBCAST: What’s the Next “Cool” Trend in Refreshing Beverages: Part 2
How can beverage brands align with evolving needs for functionalities and flavors? In Part 2 of our two-part webcast series about refreshing beverages, FlavorSum Director of Marketing, Lisa Jackson shares proprietary insights about North American beverage drinkers.
WEBCAST: What’s the Next “Cool” Trend in Refreshing Beverages
Join FlavorSum Director of Marketing, Lisa Jackson as she shares refreshing beverage trends. Our webcast reveals the growing subsegments and functional claims to help inspire your product development journey!
Si vous les aviez manquées : Principales tendances de 2022 dans les produits alimentaires et les boissons
You might have needed more time to keep up with our weekly food and beverage insights, so ICYMI, here are a few flavorful highlights from the FlavorSum team.
Food & Beverage Market Trends for 2023 (Video)
Let’s explore our 2023 predictions to discover how your brand can stand out in the food and beverage space in the new year!
Food & Beverage Market Trends for 2023: Part 2: Flavors Deep Dive
Consumers are seeking flavors that feel good, offer earthiness, and elevate and recall experiences.
Food & Beverage Market Trends For 2023: Part 1
Which foods and beverages will align with consumer needs in 2023? Let’s explore some of the upcoming trends and how you can build brand loyalty.
Experiencing Travel Through Taste: Global Flavors to Inspire Innovation
Let’s explore trending internationally inspired flavors and how food and beverage innovators can help people experience travel through taste.
Flavors for Children (Video)
Let’s examine how food and beverage producers can craft products that appeal to kids and have the benefits and qualities that parents want.
Innovation Evolution: How are New Food & Beverage Trends Unfolding in 2022?
Let’s check in with some of our 2022 predictions and examine how new food and beverage market trends are unfolding.
Webcast: Format + Flavor + Function in Gummies
With increased consumer focus on health and wellness, we set out to review the nutritional gummy market. Our latest webcast covers what’s driving growth.
What’s New in RTD Alcoholic Beverages?
Let’s explore what’s driving growth in the RTD alcoholic beverage space, including premiumization, health and wellness trends, and flavor innovation.
How to Create New Connections with Nostalgic Flavors
Nostalgic flavors offer opportunities to reimagine the classics as consumers look for ways to find comfort and stability after a turbulent two years.
Leveraging Seasonal Flavors For LTO Success (Video)
Learn how to develop a successful LTO by building on consumers’ flavor associations and evolving needs.
Bakery Innovations: Exploring Format & Functionality to Satisfy Snack Cravings
Let’s explore how to create innovative bakery snacks that meet desires for wellness, functionality, and convenience while still satisfying cravings.
Food & Beverage Market Trends for 2022: Part 2: Flavors Deep Dive
Consumers are seeking flavors that make life better, simpler, and more interesting. Flavor trends such as sweet and spicy, and earthy will continue to see growth.
Food & Beverage Market Trends for 2022: Part 1
Health will continue as a major trend in the food and beverage market. Consumers are shopping for products to support their health and sustainability goals.