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Adaptogens 101

Adaptogens 101   What’s all the excitement around adaptogens? And more importantly, what are they? Lately, it seems like everywhere you turn, adaptogens are the hottest trending topic on the market, fueling a growing piece of the $4 trillion wellness industry! It’s no surprise these magical herbs and mushrooms are taking center stage around the…

Consumer Preferences Driving Innovation in Beverage Market Dynamics

Consumer preferences are at the forefront of innovation in the wellness beverage sector, driving brands to adapt and evolve. Let’s explore the factors shaping consumer choices and driving innovation in the beverage industry.   Trends in Wellness Beverages Wellness beverages encompass a wide range of products, from functional ingredients to health-focused formulations. Consumers today are…

Emerging Beverage Trends: A Deep Dive into Functional-Infused Beverages

In today’s dynamic world of beverages, the emergence of functional-infused drinks is reshaping consumer preferences and market dynamics. Let’s take a closer look at the trends behind this paradigm shift. Recent Trends in Functional-Infused Beverages Functional-infused beverages encompass various products, ranging from CBD-infused drinks to adaptogenic elixirs. These beverages go beyond hydration, offering consumers additional…

The Vernal Equinox has spoken….spring has arrived!

Hello Functional Infused Beverage Enthusiasts! It’s that time of year again when we all experience a time of renewal, fertility, and rebirth. We mark the start of planting season, when crops are sown and farmers begin preparing for the coming season of growth.  It’s the day where we find ourselves basking in the sun’s warmth…

The Cocktail Whisperer’s Take on Spaghetti Westerns

By Warren Bobrow Do you remember the genre of motion pictures named the Spaghetti Westerns? Do I see a glint of recognition over there? Perhaps you’ve heard of The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly? Well, you may be a bit young for Westerns, but these fantastically authentic, Westerns were filmed, not in the United…

2024 Beverage Trends – A Look Through the Incubator Lens

At Harmony Craft Beverages, we’re not just beverage enthusiasts, we’re evolving the beverage landscape. We have been witnessing trends before they become mainstream, and in 2024, we’re going to see significant momentum in the non-alcoholic and functional-infused space. For those wanting to begin the beverage journey, we’re about to uncork the latest trends: Functional Frenzy:…
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Fall Trend Report: No-, Low-, and Functional Beverage Trends

Key Takeaways for the Functional and Nonalcoholic Beverage Spaces   Heading into the fall, Sober October, end-of-year, and with Dry January just a few months away, we thought it would be helpful to highlight some seasonal trends and other commentary on all things beverage. If your company isn’t tapping into trends or creating them, now…

Mid-Year Report: No-, Low-, and Functional Beverage Trends Halfway Through 2023

With 2023 halfway behind us and end-of-year and Dry January just six months away, now is the time to evaluate where your business is tapping into key consumer trends – and where there are future opportunities. Drinks delivery company Drizly recently released its 2023 Consumer Trend Report, which offers key insights into what consumers are…