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Beverage trends spilling into the restaurant industry

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The latest buzz around beverages

 By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 08, 2026

Taste Tracker: Logan’s Roadhouse, Burger King, Dunkin’, Peet’s, HTeaO, Mendocino Farms, Carvel, Black Sheep Coffee, Just Salad and more headline restaurant menu news and trends.

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Luckin partners with World Barista Champion to host 'coffee omakase'

 By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 03, 2026

The guided tasting journey and live latte art demo took place at a Luckin Coffee location in New York, one of 18 now open in the city.

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Pandan’s coming in hot

By Bret Thorn on Jun. 01, 2026

Food Writer’s Diary: The Southeast Asian herb is popping up in drinks and desserts, and other possibilities abound.

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As cocktails hit $30-plus, consumers are opting to drink less—or stay home

By Lisa Jennings on May 08, 2026

Rising costs are pushing prices up at the bar, and consumers are pre-gaming to cut costs. Can restaurants and bars win them back with a more engaging experience?

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Refreshers take over beverage menus

By Patricia Cobe on May 03, 2026

Taste Tracker: Dunkin’, McDonald’s, Chili’s, Scooter’s, Shake Shack, Peet’s, Fogo de Chao, Taco Cabana, Pokeworks, Cinnabon and Salt & Straw headline restaurant menu news and trends.

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Monin Brilliance Expands with Nostalgic Orange Cream Energy Flavor

Sponsored content from our partner Monin on Apr. 10, 2026

There's a radiant new way to recharge. With just two pumps, Monin Brilliance Energy™ transforms sparkling water into vibrant, flavorful energy drinks.

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Customers' tastes drive menu innovation at Dutch Bros

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 07, 2026

The drive-thru beverage chain stays ahead of the curve by listening to guests and the “broistas” who craft the drinks.

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How smaller coffee concepts are standing up to the big guys

By Patricia Cobe on Mar. 26, 2026

Constant innovation, an obsession with quality and service and a bit of a maverick spirit are helping these three brands stand out in an increasingly competitive market.

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When the nation's top health official criticizes your restaurant brand

By Restaurant Business Staff on Mar. 11, 2026

Working Lunch: This week's political podcast discusses RFK Jr.'s recent attack of Dunkin' and Starbucks, criticizing the amount of sugar in some of their beverages. Who will be the next target?

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The beverage boom is transforming the soda fountain

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 27, 2026

As restaurants look to meet growing demand for specialty beverages, they are tapping equipment suppliers for new products. The result is a new generation of high-tech drink machines.

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