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Flavor Forecast: Matcha, Pistachio, and the Rise of Green Drinks
In this latest Flavor Forecast, we break down why earthy, green-forward drinks are gaining momentum — and what it means for your menu, whether you’re behind a busy bar or building drinks at home.
The Dirty Soda Trend: Why Cafés Should Pay Attention
The "dirty soda" trend is bubbling up everywhere. While this trend started in drive-thru soda shacks, your café is actually the perfect place to capitalize on it.
Seasonal cafe pairings
When the seasons shift, so do cravings. Your customers aren't just looking for caffeine — they're chasing a feeling. Whether it's the cozy warmth of fall or the fresh energy of spring, the right drink-and-snack combo can turn a quick coffee run into a moment of bliss for your guests and a higher ticket value for you.
2026 Café Trends to Look Out For
The new year is coming and we’ve got the inside track on the niche movements that are poised to become full blown trends in the coming months.
Why Seasonal Packaging Boosts Cafe Sales: The Power of Holiday Design
As the colder months roll in, cafes everywhere unveil their festive packaging — marking the official start of the holiday season (some a bit earlier than others). Take the iconic red cups, for example. Each year, these fresh designs spark excitement and anticipation for consumers, signaling that the holidays are just around the corner. Over time, their release has become a popular and powerful seasonal milestone.
Leveraging the Holidays for Cafe Marketing
Don’t sleep on the changing season. Your guests want to...
Recipes
Bright, bubbly, and Spring ready
Introducing three vibrant, fruit-infused refreshers made for slow sipping and soaking up the sun.
Bring luck to your cup
Bring vibrant, green-inspired flavors to your bar with ingredients that are as crave-worthy as they are versatile.
Dirty Sodas
Delight your customers and capitalize on the trend taking the internet by storm with these creamy, fizzy, dirty sodas.
Sweet and salty
Before we dive into our recipes, can we take a moment to acknowledge the nameless genius who first added a pinch of salt to caramel? Sweet with a bit of savoryness. Perfection.
Winter Warmers
Chilly weather doesn’t stand a chance. Keep spirits bright this holiday season with these cozy crowd-pleasers.
Cozy Classics With a Twist
As the temperatures drop, there’s nothing like a cozy classic to warm you up. From rich mochas to spiced cocoas and seasonal lattes, these fresh takes on familiar favorites will keep you toasty from the inside out.
