Pumpkin Fusion Frenzy

Pumpkin combinations are taking the spotlight this fall as brands experiment with blending traditional pumpkin flavors with unexpected twists. Dunkin’s Nutty Pumpkin Iced Coffee combines pumpkin with hazelnut, while Carvel Ice Cream introduced Pumpkin Cheesecake treats. Jimmy John’s Pumpkin White Chocolate Chip Cookies and Starbucks Reserve’s Pumpkin Spice Chai Martini present indulgent twists on classic pumpkin flavors.

Trendsetters: Dunkin’; Carvel; Natural Bliss; Jimmy John’s; Starbucks Reserve

Pie-Inspired Delights

Fall pie flavors continue to inspire a range of seasonal products, gaining traction across various categories. According to Tastewise, consumer interest in social discussions over the past year has risen by 30.13% for sweet potato pie, 12.44% for apple pie, and 10.66% for pecan pie. Target brands, Good & Gather and Favorite Day, offer pecan pie-flavored ice cream, ground coffee, RTD cold brew, and whipped cream. Meanwhile, Danimals launched a nostalgic Apple Pie RTD Smoothie.

Trendsetters: Target; Freddy’s; Focus; Danimals; J Way

Cozy Brown Flavor Craze

Warm flavors like cinnamon, maple, and caramel are highly sought after in autumn as consumers crave comforting, sweet notes. According to Talker Research, 39% of U.S. consumers favor cinnamon, 37% choose salted caramel, and 28% prefer maple. Innovative products include KitKat’s Ghost Toast (French Toast), Cracker Barrel’s French Toast Latte, and Califia Farms’ Maple Waffle Oat Milk Creamer. Additionally, Burt’s Bees Vanilla Maple Lip Balms, Portillo’s Salted Caramel Spice Cake, and Honey Bunches of Oats Salted Caramel cereal provide diverse options for incorporating these cozy brown flavors into your fall lineup.

Trendsetters: KitKat; Cracker Barrel; Califia Farms; Burt’s Bees; Portillo’s

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