Beverage

Beverage trends spilling into the restaurant industry

How cold coffee is heating up the menu at Caribou

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 18, 2022

Gretchen Hashemi-Rad, beverage category manager at Caribou Coffee, focuses on the cold side to appeal to younger consumers.

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Pumpkin spice season gets off to an earlier start every year

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 11, 2022

Companies like Dunkin', Krispy Kreme, 7-Eleven and Jamba are getting a jump on fall by introducing their products with the iconic flavor earlier than ever. Why the rush?

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First Watch is switching to plant-based straws

By Joe Guszkowski on Aug. 02, 2022

The new straws, called Phade, are designed to biodegrade in water within months compared to the approximately 200 years it takes plastic ones to disappear.

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North Italia’s Summer Sips menu offers cocktails inspired by each restaurant’s locale

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 19, 2022

Bartenders in the brand’s 10 regions crafted unique limited-edition drinks using Italian spirits and local flavors.

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Michigan approves self-service alcohol taps

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 15, 2022

Licensed establishments can now allow patrons to draw their own beer, wine or mixed drinks, though with very specific stipulations.

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New York OKs sale of Japanese spirit by restaurants licensed for beer and wine

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 06, 2022

The law also permits shochu to be sold under that name rather than the erroneous label of soju.

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Chipotle adds its first seasonal beverage

By Heather Lalley on Jun. 10, 2022

The burrito chain, seeking to boost in-restaurant ticket sizes, is adding Watermelon Limeade for a limited time.

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Cold brew and nitro menuing explode, driving incremental sales

Sponsored content from our partner Segafredo Zanetti® on May 19, 2022

Cold brew has been one of the fastest growing foodservice trends over the past few years, appealing to both consumers with its smooth, refreshing taste, and to operators with its premium positioning a...

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