Americans turn into home baristas to get their coffee shop coffee fix
September 16, 2020
With Americans encouraged to work from home, the pandemic is injecting some much needed new energy into coffee sales. New research from Mintel, the experts in what consumers want and why, suggests that the at-home coffee market is set to grow by 4.9% this year alone to reach $15.6 billion, compared to a total of 3.9% growth experienced between 2015 – 2019.
Palm Fruit Bioactive Complex adds cognitive, cardiovascular and sports nutrition support to coffee while enhancing and smoothing the flavor
September 9, 2020
Phenolaeis, supplier of sustainable Palm Fruit Bioactive Complex (PFBc), is now creating functional coffee with added wellness benefits plus a smoother taste and mouthfeel.
New high quality "coffee with benefits" includes Original, Focus, Multi Collagen, and Pre + Probiotic blends
September 2, 2020
FitGrinds.com, a new functional coffee brand, launched an innovative new product line combining great-tasting high quality coffee with powerful health-promoting nutrients that can save consumers as much as $300 per year when compared to the cost of organic coffee and nutrients purchased separately.
The acquisition will strengthen FFP's position in the clean label ingredients space by adding a beverage platform
August 10, 2020
Florida Food Products acquired Amelia Bay, LLC., a provider of fresh brewed tea extracts, coffee extracts and botanicals based out of Johns Creek, Ga. The acquisition will strengthen FFP's position in the clean label ingredients space by adding a beverage platform to its broad portfolio of natural products within the meat, savory, health and wellness markets.
In the past few years, retailers and restaurants alike have seen a swift rise in nut milks, coconut milk and most recently, oat milk. These growing options are all tied into greater consumer demand for plant-based alternatives.
Post Consumer Brands and Dunkin' collaborate to develop indulgent cereals
August 4, 2020
Post Consumer Brands and Dunkin' are brewing up two new cereals made with Dunkin' coffee, set to roll out nationwide. The two new Post cereals — Dunkin' Caramel Macchiato and Mocha Latte — were inspired by Dunkin' fans' two favorite flavors and mark the first collaboration between Post and Dunkin'.
Coffee and tea company introduces two new wellness lines
July 22, 2020
Teeccino herbal coffees and teas contain high quality, non-GMO, organic ingredients and prebiotics, without any artificial flavors, preservatives, chemicals or stimulants. The product aims to meet the needs of those who want rich, bold flavor without the effects of caffeine and acidity.
Protein continues to be a key area of interest among consumers, with protein content driving food choices across a wide range of food and beverage categories
Nutrition is becoming a central pillar to a healthy lifestyle for a growing number of consumers. They are seeking products that not only taste good but also offer additional health value.
Wacker cyclodextrins improve foaming of barista toppings
July 10, 2020
Coffee specialties like cappuccino, latte macchiato and café au lait are all characterized by a creamy milk foam. CAVAMAX ® W6 cyclodextrin from WACKER improves the foaming properties of these barista toppings. Thanks to CAVAMAX ® W6, the toppings whether dairy or plant-based, feature a high foam volume, uniform structure and long-lasting stability.