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Liquid Dessert

Consumers turn to iced coffee beverages to satisfy sweet cravings

Implications - The time-crunched consumer is becoming more accustomed to enjoying life's pleasures while on-the-go. Instead of sitting down for meals that include dessert, many consumers are opting for iced coffees with rich, indulgent flavors specifically made to mimic dessert. This best-of-both world's approach is informing the flavor progression of the beverage industry, especially iced coffee, which is boasting a growing flavor profile akin to that of hot coffee.
Workshop Question - What's a beloved product in your category? How could you integrate its best elements into your existing offering?
Trend Themes
1. Iced Coffee as Dessert Substitute - Consumers are opting for iced coffees with rich, indulgent flavors specifically made to mimic dessert, influencing new best-of-both worlds approach and flavor progression of the beverage industry.
2. Customized Coffee Drinks - Coffee chains are offering customized coffee beverages, allowing customers to create their own version of classic drinks and promoting innovation opportunities in the beverage industry.
3. Seasonal and Co-branded Flavored Coffee Drinks - Popularity in seasonal and co-branded flavored coffee drinks, which represent a fun and indulgent alternative to traditional hot coffee beverages, is driving innovation in the beverage industry.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry should focus on creating innovative ways to add indulgent flavors and texture to iced coffee.
2. Technology and AI - The technology and AI industry should explore developing personalized, on-demand ordering systems for customized coffee drinks.
3. Marketing and Advertising - The marketing and advertising industry could focus on creating more co-branded beverages and limited-edition menus to appeal to customers looking for seasonal and unique flavors in their coffee drinks.
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Featured Examples

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Temporary Valentine's Day Menus
This Chain is Offering Limited-Edition Valentine's Day Beverages
Starbucks recently announced that it will offer three limited-edition Valentine’s Day drinks from now until February 14th. Instead of picking up a boring box of chocolates, this temporary menu... MORE
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Coffee Bean Now Allows You to Customize Its Ice Blended Drink
From May until the end of August, cafe chain ‘The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf’ will allow customers to craft their own customized coffee beverage. The company’s ‘Original Ice... MORE
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These homemade ice coffee beverages will having you longing for hot summer days thanks to their tropical and rich flavors. Made with coconut and white chocolate, these coffees are perfect for a... MORE
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This Iced Macchiato Contains Pieces of Chocolate Sandwich Cookies
‘Wawa’ is now selling an iced coffee drink made with pieces of chocolate sandwich cookies. For many consumers, a milkshake is a bit too decadent for the winter months. This tasty... MORE
Iced Eggnog Lattes
Iced Eggnog Lattes
Torani's Iced Coffee Blend Features Holiday-Flavored Syrup
Artisanal syrup brand Torani created this iced eggnog latte recipe that is a fresh version of a cold weather classic. Though served cold, eggnog is synonymous with the holiday season—a time... MORE
Co-Branded Specialty Coffees
Co-Branded Specialty Coffees
Dunkin' Donuts Flavored Iced Coffees Boast Familiar Cookie Flavors
These flavored iced coffees from Dunkin’ Donuts are made with delicious Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies. The familiar range of flavors is synonymous with childhood and is used to make this iced... MORE

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