1. FLAVOUR
trends + forecasts

2. 13% more operators adding
STARTER | flavour trends
Peach
Appearing on menus
as BBQ sauce or salsa
Avocado
Seen on 10% more
starter menus
Ricotta
13% more operators adding
it to their menus
Fresh
Peach
50.0
Avocado
22.2
Yuzu
21.4
Pineapple
16.7
Guacamole
10.8
Cherry
8.1
Mint
5.3
Sweet
Buttermilk
116.7
11.8
Bold
Pico
75.0
Paprika
62.5
Peppercorn
40.0
Sea Salt
31.3
Chipotle
20.0
Misc.
Gorgonzola
37.5
Ricotta
20.0
Peanut
18.2
Pesto
5.7
Bacon
4.2
Chorizo
3.8
Methodology: Flavours are sorted by year-over-year growth. Minimum 7 items with at least 3 item growth.
Base: 296 operators with menus Q to Q3-2016
Ranked by year-over-year growth (%)

3. peppercorn Flavour forecast
Ham Hock Pate with ham hock and green peppercorns, served with sweet onion marmalade and toasted ciabatta
Beefeater Grill
Flavour forecast
peppercorn
Mildly hot with floral notes and a hint of sweetness
Can be used in savoury and sweet applications
Green peppercorns slightly exotic
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4. MAIN DISH | flavour trends
Buttermilk
Adding flavour to ranch
and blue cheese dips
Mixed Berry
Trending in breakfast items; mostly waffles & crepes
Fish Sauce
Commands a 12%
price premium
Dairy
Buttermilk
73.8
Gorgonzola
40.0
Buttery
33.3
Monterey Jack
25.0
Mozzarella
4.0
Fresh
Peach
114.3
Mixed Berry
60.0
Yuzu
50.0
Watermelon
41.7
Raspberry
30.4
Berry
18.4
Avocado
16.3
Pineapple
16.2
Lemon Grass
14.3
Strawberry
7.7
Banana
6.0
Coconut
3.9
Bold
Espresso
600.0
Pico
112.5
Sriracha
60.0
Buffalo
10.0
jalapeno 
3.7
Misc.
Cloves
125.0
Earl Grey
100.0
Fish Sauce
66.7
Applewood
44.4
Sweet & Sour
30.8
Maple
18.3
Peanut
9.7
Pumpkin
6.3
Methodology: Flavours are sorted by year-over-year growth. Minimum 7 items with at least 3 item growth.
Base: 296 operators with menus Q to Q3-2016
Ranked by year-over-year growth (%)

5. lemon grass Flavour forecast Prominent in Thai and Vietnamese
Lemongrass and Chili Tempura King Prawns served with sweet chili jam
Miller & Carter
Flavour forecast
lemon grass
Prominent in Thai and Vietnamese
Sour lemon flavour and fragrance
Perks up soups, sauces, curries, teas and other beverages
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6. DESSERTS | flavour trends
Triple Chocolate
Trending flavour in
brownies + cookies
Thyme
Increasing the average
price by 56%
Sesame
Trending ice cream flavour; average price ₤8.24
Sweet
Triple Chocolate
50.0
Oreo
19.2
Salted Caramel
8.6
Fruity
Peach
42.9
Blueberry
6.1
Apricot
3.2
Raspberry
1.9
Dairy
Ricotta
80.0
Buttermilk
9.1
Misc.
Thyme
133.3
Sea Salt
75.0
Sesame
40.0
Pepper
16.7
Methodology: Flavours are sorted by year-over-year growth. Minimum 7 items with at least 3 item growth.
Base: 296 operators with menus Q to Q3-2016
Ranked by year-over-year growth (%)

7. Peach Sweet, fruity component of savoury salads and entrees
Pesche e Prosciutto with roasted balsamic peaches, Parma ham, buffalo mozzarella and pine nuts
Piccolino Ristorante e Bar
Flavour forecast
Peach
Sweet, fruity component of savoury salads and entrees
Pairs well with poultry and meat
Adds distinct and delicate aroma to drinks
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8. NON-ALC BEVERAGES | flavour trends
Blood Orange
Accelerated growth
from 60% to 83%
Watermelon
Appearing in milk tea;
now on 26% more menus
Cucumber
Seen on 30% more
beverage menus
Berries
Raspberry
18.4
Berry
5.3
Strawberry
4.2
Citrus
Blood Orange
83.3
Lemon
20.0
Lime
15.1
Grapefruit
9.5
Pineapple
7.6
Orange
5.3
Fresh
Watermelon
112.5
Kiwi
100.0
Cucumber
68.0
Coconut
43.5
Hibiscus
36.4
Guava
33.3
Carrot
26.5
Lemon Grass
22.7
Peppermint
22.4
Pear
20.0
Ginger
19.0
Mint
17.0
Elderflower
16.1
Pomegranate
12.2
Apple
10.4
Banana
8.7
Misc.
Rose Hip
100.0
Salted Caramel
80.0
Cinnamon
58.3
Chai
28.0
Hazelnut
20.0
Spicy
Mocha
16.0
Green Tea
13.1
Vanilla
9.7
Bitter
8.6
Earl Grey
7.1
Cream
6.5
Coffee
6.0
Espresso
2.8
Methodology: Flavours are sorted by year-over-year growth. Minimum 7 items with at least 3 item growth.
Base: 296 operators with menus Q to Q3-2016
Ranked by year over year growth (%)

9. Brilliant green colour Unique sweet-tart flavour Fun to say
Green Nile mocktail with kiwi, ginger, coriander, lychee and apple juice
Hakkasan
Flavour forecast kiwi
Brilliant green colour
Unique sweet-tart flavour
Fun to say
Great addition to drinks, salads and desserts
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