Pumpkin Fusion

Pumpkin continues to reign as fall’s ultimate flavor, and its pairing power is stronger than ever. Pumpkin Spice remains the seasonal powerhouse, but other pairings are starting to appear. Savannah Bee released a new format pairing with their Pumpkin Spice Honey, allowing consumers to use the flavored honey with coffee, tea, or baking recipes to add an autumn twist. The season for pumpkin spice is also arriving early, moving from early September to the first week of August for some retailers. Target’s Favorite Day brand launched a Pumpkin Chai drink bomb along with their other fall inspired products in early August.

Trendsetters: Savannah Bee, Target, Coffee Mate, Starbucks, Special K

Apple Harvest

From crisp ciders to caramel-infused desserts, apple’s versatility gives it staying power across both food and beverage categories. Ghirardelli launched a new caramel apple flavored milk chocolate for the fall season. The natural balance of sweet and tart evokes the comfort of nostalgic fall traditions, from apple pie, orchard visits, and spiced drinks by the fire. Oreo’s Apple Pie a la Mode flavor is a great pairing of apples along with the nostalgic taste of apple pie and ice cream.

Trendsetters: Ghirardelli, Oreo, Stauffer’s, Frederik’s, General Mills

Sugar & Spice

This season cookie butter has emerged as a must-have flavor, with over 300% growth year over year. Consumers are craving rich, dessert-inspired pairings that offer something different from the usual pumpkin and apple options typical for the fall season. Chobani’s cookie butter coffee creamer is perfect for turning ordinary drinks into crave-worthy moments. Signature Select’s Brown Sugar Maple Cookie ice cream mirrors the cookie butter trend, blending sweet and spiced into a cozy fall treat.

Trendsetters: Chobani, Signature Select, Purely Elizabeth, Annie’s, Califia

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