Lavender, hibiscus, elderflower, jasmine, rosemary and mint are infusing beverages with herbal and floral notes. In addition to their more delicate flavor, herbal ingredients convey healthfulness and create craveability with 37% of consumers, finds Technomic’s Flavor Consumer Trend Report. The report also predicts that floral flavors will be an area of opportunity with the growing interest in plant-based products.
19. Elderflower
+50%
The Florist’s Tonic mocktail with elderflower tonic at
Punch Bowl Social
20. Lavender
+12.5%
Iced Honey lavender Latte at
Biggby Coffee
21. Seedlip (Herbal alcohol-free spirit)
+100%
Spring and Tonic with seedlip green at
The NoMad
Source: Technomic Ignite menu data