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Flavor ReportFlavour trendsGeopoliticsReview of January 2026 Flavour & Related Trends
January 31, 2026

Review of January 2026 Flavour & Related Trends

Drink to feel something – not just to get buzzed. Mocktails Get Sophisticated: “Dry January” has become a lifestyle, with 36% of Gen Z drinking less alcohol. Sophisticated zero-proof cocktails now feature aquafaba foam, bitters, and juniper distillates. RTD mocktails (faux G&Ts, whiskey sours with chickpea foam) are flooding shelves. Social Tonics Rise: Drinks with kava, L-theanine, ashwagandha, and ginseng…
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Flavor ReportFlavour trendsFlavourArtGeopoliticsOverview of 2025 Sensory Trends
January 6, 2026

Overview of 2025 Sensory Trends

This 2025 Sensory Trends report from flavourtrends.com is a high-level gateway into how all five senses are reshaping food and beverage innovation, designed to be viewed online or downloaded as a working reference guide. Compiled by analysing 975,532 references, it distills a large body of consumer research, industry reporting, and sensory science into a concise view of what is driving next-generation products…
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Flavor ReportFlavour trendsFlavourArtGeopoliticsReview of October 2025 Flavour Trends
October 26, 2025

Review of October 2025 Flavour Trends

When Flavourtrend.com first launched, A.I. was still a novelty, and we were ahead of the average person. Our early monthly trend reports were dense with data—intimidating at times—but celebrated for their groundbreaking, human-driven approach. The tools, tech, and formats we used to surface insights evolved at breakneck speed, mirroring AI’s own explosive growth. Fast-forward to today: the internet is drowning…
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GeopoliticsInterestingElbows Up: A Canadian Defiant Sour
May 9, 2025

Elbows Up: A Canadian Defiant Sour

Flavor Narrative: Rooted in resilience and resistance, this cocktail celebrates Canadian unity with bold, globally inspired, and emotionally evocative flavors. It’s a nod to maple-fueled nationalism, the fiery edge of political defiance, and the comforting nostalgia of home—infused with the complexity today’s trend-savvy consumers crave. Ingredients: 2 oz Canadian Rye Whiskey – robust and rooted, a national symbol. 0.5 oz…
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Flavour trendsGeopoliticsSmagstrends | Trendy Flavours From Greenland
April 1, 2025

Smagstrends | Trendy Flavours From Greenland

Greenland’s bold flavors—gamey seal, tart crowberries, smoky Arctic char—reflect a resilient culture shaped by its rugged landscape. From hearty suaasat to flambéed Greenlandic coffee, its culinary heritage inspires. Drawing on this rich tapestry and 2024–2025 global trends from F.L.A.V.O.R. A.I., here are three trend-forward recipes and two beverages blending Greenland’s essence with modern tastes. As challenges mount, standing with Greenland…
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FlavourArtGeopoliticsInterestingMAFA: Make America Flavorful Again
January 16, 2025

MAFA: Make America Flavorful Again

In 2025, flavor trends will evolving to blend nostalgia with innovation, reflecting the dynamic desires of modern consumers. With an eye on tradition, global influences, and the growing demand for bold, functional, and experiential tastes, this revamped “MAGA” flavor profile collection pays homage to classic Americana while embracing the vibrancy of today’s food and beverage landscape. These curated flavors evoke…
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FlavourArtGeopoliticsHow the 2nd Trump Presidency could shape flavour trends heading into 2025
January 11, 2025

How the 2nd Trump Presidency could shape flavour trends heading into 2025

Imagine a culinary landscape for 2025 inspired by bold political moves and unconventional ideas. Picture an “America First Fusion” dish blending classic American ingredients with international flair, or a “Deregulation Delights” dessert platter pushing flavour boundaries. Expand your palate with a refreshing “Greenland Glacier Granita,” a tropical “Panama Passage Paella,” a luxurious “Canadian Comfort Poutine,” and a renamed “Gulf of…
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Flavour trendsGeopoliticsTaste of Independence: Savouring Taiwan’s Unique Culinary Identity Amidst Geopolitical Tensions
January 8, 2024

Taste of Independence: Savouring Taiwan’s Unique Culinary Identity Amidst Geopolitical Tensions

"The 8th direct presidential election in Taiwan is scheduled to be held on January 13, 2024, as part of the 2024 general election. This election is noted as being particularly significant, with nearly 20 million voters expected to participate. Incumbent President Tsai Ing-wen of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is ineligible for reelection due to term limits. The election is…
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Flavour listsGeopoliticsUnderstandingIntroduction to spicy flavours | Part I
December 12, 2023

Introduction to spicy flavours | Part I

Spicy flavour trends in recent years have been characterized by a growing interest in global and regional cuisines, leading to a broader and more adventurous range of spicy flavours in food and beverages. This includes: Global Influence: Increasing popularity of international cuisines has introduced a variety of spicy flavours from around the world, such as Korean Gochujang, Mexican Chipotle, Indian…
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Flavour listsFlavour trendsFlavourArtGeopoliticsTea time amongst friends | Different flavours to suit everyone’s palate
December 8, 2023

Tea time amongst friends | Different flavours to suit everyone’s palate

Tea, a beloved beverage for thousands of years, originated in ancient China, dating back to the Shang dynasty (1600-1046 BCE). Initially a medicinal drink, it grew in popularity, spreading from China to other regions. The tea plant, Camellia sinensis, native to East Asia, was first documented as a beverage in a 3rd-century AD Chinese medical text. Gaining popularity in 17th-century…
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