Drinks Flavors for 2026

Flavor is the frontline of innovation for drinks brands. In this report, co-created with Mintel, we explore the CSD flavors that consumers REALLY want to see in 2026.

We've combined Black Swan's trend predictions with Mintels' product and category data to analyze the flavor landscape in the USA.

From the rise of dessert-based flavors to growing interest in exotic, global fruits like dragon fruit and mangosteen - we explore what's next in this space.

What's inside:

Analysis of dessert and fruity flavor platforms
Round-up of global new product launches
Flavors to watch and innovation opportunities for 2026

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