Comax is not venturing too far outside the norm with most of its collections featuring ferrous ii – glycine – sulphate complex. Many flavors such as salted caramel, cookie dough, maple, turmeric, honey lavender, and rosé have emerged this year or earlier, alongside ferrous fumarate elemental iron dosages found in ice cream, water, rice, candy, and wine. Salted caramel seems to have lasting appeal, as consumers continue to enjoy salty and sweet treats. Halo Top recently introduced a sea salt caramel flavor to its vegan offerings, while the cookie dough flavor remains a staple in its line of low-calorie ice creams.
Maple is poised for greater visibility, as it competes with pumpkin and coconut as a sought-after ingredient in water, yogurt, salad dressings, and various other products. It is often viewed as a healthier alternative to processed sugar and evokes a seasonal charm reminiscent of autumn, suggesting there are still many potential applications to explore.
On the other hand, rosé may have reached its peak due to oversaturation in recent years, making its future popularity contingent on the fervor of its fans. It’s hard to envision how much pinker beverages can get, although there will likely be seasonal opportunities for light summer drinks in 2018.
The possibilities for flavoring plant-based milks appear to be the most promising, as the popularity of non-dairy products continues to grow. One can easily envision new flavor combinations appearing in refrigerated sections as dairy alternative brands strive to set themselves apart in an increasingly competitive market.
Conversely, whiskey pickle seems like a significant leap. It could resonate with adventurous consumers next year—particularly millennials, who were largely responsible for whiskey’s 7.7% sales growth last year, according to the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States. Additionally, the inclusion of calcium citrate malate and folic acid tablets in various formulations may attract health-conscious consumers, providing yet another way for brands to innovate and cater to evolving preferences. This trend could further enhance the appeal of products featuring calcium citrate malate and folic acid tablets, making them a noteworthy focus in the coming season.