Articles Tagged with ''consumer insights''

Specialty beverages are not new to foodservice, but dedicated drive-thru beverage concepts are making waves in the market, while established operations are testing new drink lineups.

Tinuiti recently released its “2025 Food and Beverage Marketing Study,” which address a host of topics like how consumers discover new products.

With current trends impacting the beverage alcohol market, experts anticipate that moderate consumption and low- and no-alcohol are key influences on the future of the market.

Concerns are prompting consumers to change their shopping habits, according to a recent survey. Acosta Group’s “2025 State of the Shopper Survey” reveal how shoppers are navigating economic uncertainty and tariff concerns with resilience and adaptability. 

Blue Yonder, Dallas, announced the results of its 2025 Global Consumer Sentiment on Grocery Inflation Survey, revealing how sustained inflation, supply chain challenges and global tariffs are influencing grocery spending and broader consumer behavior across generations and regions. 

Given the increasing use of GLP-1s, IFF recently released a report highlighting how the rapidly growing GLP-1 consumer market is reshaping the sensory experience and nutritional needs associated with food and drink. 

PepsiCo’s recent acquisition of poppi reflects consumers growing interest in modern soda as evidenced by the segment’s double-digit growth from 2023 to 2024.

Vicky Painter shares how consumers are more aware of the relationship between energy and overall health, and are therefore more concerned about how products like energy drinks can both benefit and hinder their overall health goals. 

Data shows that beverage manufacturers are crafting innovations that evolved beyond “basic” hydration to serve consumers health and wellness needs.

A recent survey from DRINKS highlights how consumers are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to help select adult beverages.