The beverage menu has not been immune to the plant-based movement, with “milks” made from nuts and oats now seen as mainstream. In addition, plant-based protein boosters, such as nut butters, are showing up in smoothies as well as globally inspired sauces and stews.

ALMOND MILK
Growth  11.3%
Pumpkin Harvest Protein Smoothie with almond milk at Jamba Juice

ALMOND BUTTER
Growth  8.1%
Almond Butter Toast at B.Good

COCONUT WATER 
Growth  7.6%
Bottled coconut water at Cosi

COCONUT BUTTER (pictured)
Growth: 44.4%
Turmeric Sunrise smoothie featuring coconut butter at Nekter Juice Bar

Source: Technomic Ignite Menu Data