Flavor and Wellness

Daniel Moretti

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A stylish bar setting where friends are laughing and toasting with beautifully crafted non-alcoholic cocktails, showcasing the social and appealing nature of zero-proof drinks.
Drinks

Zero-proof beverages and non-alcoholic cocktails market trends grow

The non-alcoholic beverage market, often dismissed as a passing trend, was already an $818.

Sep 20, 2026 · 2 min read

Diverse hands harvesting fresh produce in a sunlit field, connecting nature's bounty with modern, ethical food production.
Brands

What are sustainable sourcing impacts in the food wellness industry?

DWS Group, a major asset manager, recently paid a $25 million fine related to allegations of greenwashing.

Sep 20, 2026 · 3 min read

A sophisticated fall cocktail with fresh herbs and amber liquid, set against a warm, autumnal bar backdrop.
Drinks

Elevating Fall Cocktails: Ingredients & Mixology for Autumn

Forget the pumpkin spice latte: top bartenders are now sharing herbal and high-proof drink recipes as their ultimate in-between season cocktails, marking a shift in autumn's drink landscape.

Sep 19, 2026 · 5 min read

Diverse consumers carefully reading food labels in a well-lit grocery store, emphasizing informed purchasing decisions.
Brands

What is Ethical Branding in Food Wellness?

Nearly 70% of American consumers, specifically 68.

Sep 19, 2026 · 4 min read

Diverse consumers at a farmers market choosing fresh, ethically sourced produce, reflecting a growing demand for sustainable food options.
Brands

What is Consumer Demand for Ethical Food and Why Does it Matter?

In a recent survey of 1,000 U.

Sep 18, 2026 · 4 min read

A sophisticated bartender artfully prepares a savory cocktail, showcasing the emerging trend of unique and complex drink ingredients.
Drinks

Savory Cocktails Lead Emerging Bar Trends

Bartenders are now incorporating ingredients like pickle brine directly into cocktails, a stark departure from classic sweet and sour profiles.

Sep 18, 2026 · 2 min read

A stark contrast between a green forest and a corporate logo, symbolizing the impact of food brands' sustainability claims on the environment.
Brands

Food brands ditch green goals, undermining sustainability efforts

While 87.4% of food packaging in a recent audit displayed a recycling logo, major food and beverage players like JBS and PepsiCo are quietly pushing back or outright dropping their ambitious net-zero

Sep 18, 2026 · 3 min read

Friends enjoying creative fall tailgate cocktails at a festive game day gathering with autumn decorations and warm sunlight.
Drinks

Creative Fall Tailgate Drink Recipes

As football season kicks off, hosts are ditching the basic beer cooler.

Sep 18, 2026 · 4 min read

Interior of Bruma cocktail lounge at The Ritz-Carlton San Francisco, showcasing low-alcohol drinks and elegant ambiance.
Drinks

Bruma Opens at Ritz-Carlton San Francisco with Low-Alcohol Focus

On October 12, 2026, The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco will open Bruma, a new cocktail lounge atop Nob Hill.

Sep 17, 2026 · 3 min read

A diverse selection of non-alcoholic beverages displayed attractively on a store shelf, with customers happily choosing options.
Brands

Health & Wellness Drive Beverage Industry Shift From Alcohol

In 2026, the percentage of Americans who drink alcohol hit its lowest level since Gallup began polling in 1939, at just 54%, marking a significant shift in consumer habits.

Sep 17, 2026 · 6 min read

A diverse group of friends laughing and toasting with colorful, artisanal non-alcoholic cocktails at a stylish bar.
Drinks

Sober Curious Movement Fuels Rise of Alcohol-Free Drinks

In New Hampshire, sales of non-alcoholic beverages at state liquor and wine outlets skyrocketed from $41,914 to $607,693 in just one year, between 2025 and 2026, according to Business NH Magazine .

Sep 16, 2026 · 3 min read

Diverse individuals enjoying colorful functional beverages in a bright, modern setting, symbolizing market growth and shifting consumer preferences for health.
Brands

Functional Beverages Market Poised for Explosive Growth Amid Shifting Consumer Tastes

The global functional beverage market, valued at $158.

Sep 15, 2026 · 5 min read

A collection of essential bar tools including a cocktail shaker, jigger, muddler, and bar spoon, neatly arranged on a home bar counter.
Drinks

Top 10 Essential Bar Tools for Home Mixologists

The Cresimo Cocktail Shaker Set, a complete starter kit, costs just $15–$20, proving quality home mixology doesn't demand a high price tag, reports Mixyourdrink .

Sep 14, 2026 · 4 min read

Diverse hands selecting fresh produce at a sunlit farmer's market, representing ethical sourcing and consumer choice.
Brands

What are ethical sourcing principles in the food industry?

Despite consumers' strong pro-ethical attitudes, a significant 'attitude-behavior gap' persists in ethical food consumption, according to PMC .

Sep 13, 2026 · 3 min read

Young South Koreans enjoying premium, flavored alcoholic drinks in a stylish urban setting, reflecting changing beverage consumption trends.
Drinks

South Korea's youth embrace premium alcoholic drinks

Total domestic alcohol shipments in South Korea fell to 2.

Sep 13, 2026 · 3 min read

Split image: serene UK dairy farm contrasted with a busy port showing UK dairy exports, representing industry adaptation.
Brands

Dairy Industry Adapts to Shifting Consumption

In the United Kingdom, the national milking herd shrank by 34,500 head in a single year, the largest decline since January 2021, according to AHDB .

Sep 13, 2026 · 3 min read

A sophisticated 'Sea Breeze Martini' with a sea salt rim and olive garnish, served in a dimly lit, trendy New York City bar.
Drinks

Salty cocktails are shaking up drink menus with new trends

At The Salty Siren, a trendy New York City bar, their 'Sea Breeze Martini'—a concoction featuring olive brine and a sea salt rim—has unexpectedly become their top-selling cocktail.

Sep 12, 2026 · 3 min read

Young adults enjoying espresso martinis and other cocktails at a trendy bar, illustrating the shift in Gen Z drinking habits and cocktail preferences.
Drinks

Gen Z Drinking Aligns With Adults, Shifting Cocktail Trends

At a popular Washington D.

Sep 12, 2026 · 3 min read

A modern, sophisticated cocktail hour scene in 2026, with friends enjoying artfully crafted drinks and engaging in warm conversation.
Drinks

Cocktail Hour: Revitalizing Its Cultural Significance for 2026

Many of history's most brilliant writers, artists, and thinkers maintained a sometimes troubled relationship with alcohol, yet their creative output often coincided with the rituals surrounding its co

Sep 11, 2026 · 4 min read

Bottles and cans with clean label indicators on a production line, with consumers selecting them, representing the growing clean label beverage market.
Brands

What Is the Clean Label Movement in Beverages and Why Does It Matter?

Shoppers are willing to pay 20–30% more for beverages with clean label claims like organic or no artificial ingredients, according to Ingredion .

Sep 11, 2026 · 4 min read