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Beverage trends spilling into the restaurant industry

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The bar scene’s new look

 By Sara Rush Wirth on Jul. 18, 2017

Many cocktail-focused restaurants are training their bartenders to concoct booze-free beverages that are just as complex as those that leave guests tipsy.

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A pour start: Beverage trends 2015

 By Thomas Henry Strenk on Jan. 12, 2015

Fads come and go, but true emerging beverage trends have staying power and growth potential. We’ve done some recon on what’s predicted to be the next big thing in craft beer, cocktailing and fast-casual drinks—the developments poised to make dollars and sense for operators in the year ahead.

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Breakfast in a glass: Protein powers drinkable meals

By Christina Mueller on May 17, 2016

While breakfast eaters still opt for eggs or yogurt, protein-rich smoothies and shakes are a growing opportunity for operators targeting people on the go.

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Beer for delivery

By Thomas Henry Strenk on Jan. 13, 2017

As consumer demand for convenience continues to fuel growth in takeout, it’s important we continue to explore additional product offerings, like beer.

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Drinks that are driving profits

By Aimee Harvey on Oct. 17, 2017

Hot and cold beverages accounted for over $181 billion in sales last year.

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Punch Bowl Social brings boozeless beverages front and center

By Sara Rush Wirth on Apr. 23, 2018

The chain goes beyond soda and lemonade to drive sales for the alcohol-free crowd.

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Alcohol delivery: Casual dining’s big opportunity?

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 24, 2017

With noticeable caution but high hopes, chains are seeing how they can include a bottle or six-pack with off-premise orders.

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Juicy returns

By Joan M. Lang on Feb. 18, 2015

Juicing is powering up menus. The recession put a squeeze on sales of made-to-order juices, according to the 2014 Juice & Smoothie Bars in the U.S. report by Los Angeles market researcher IBISWorld. But increased consumer demand for healthy beverages and an expansion of juicing into concepts other than smoothie and juice bars are revitalizing the category, the report says.

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How operators are upselling beer

By Thomas Henry Strenk on Jul. 19, 2016

Millennials and Gen Z drinkers prioritize quality and authenticity—characteristics that are boosting on-premise sales of imported and craft beers.

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Perks with draft wine

By Thomas Henry Strenk on Feb. 14, 2017

As many consumers look to spend with brands that support a cause, some restaurateurs are switching to wine on tap as an eco-friendly way to appeal to guests today.

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