The Ultimate Summer Experience by Kerry Foodservice
Article Written by Kerry Foodservice
When customers go out to a bar or restaurant, they’re not just looking for a drink–they’re looking for an experience, an escape. When crafted with care, the right drink can do more than just please your palate; it can transport you to an entirely different state of mind. Just one sip can make the everyday ExtraOrdinary.
With summer just around the corner, it's the perfect time to add some exciting seasonal drinks to your menu. From boba tea bursting onto the scene to the reintroduction of dirty sodas, we’ve got several hot beverage trends that will keep you (and your customers) cool for the summer.
Strawberry Dirty Soda made with DaVinci Gourmet
Back to the Future with Dirty Sodas
One of the most exciting beverage trends this summer is the resurgence of dirty sodas. If you’re not familiar with this bubbling trend, dirty sodas are simply fountain sodas spiked with sweet cream, flavored syrups, and other add-ins. It was popularized in Utah, but now social media has turned this traditional western concoction into a nationwide sensation. Made with DaVinci Gourmet Strawberry Syrup and DaVinci Gourmet Sweet Cream Creamer, our Strawberry Dirty Soda recipe is the perfect blend of old-school and new-age flavors. Strawberry is also on the rise–it’s on 56% of U.S. menus and is projected to grow by 7 percent through 2027.
Bursting Frozen Passion Fruit Lemonade made with Island Oasis and DaVinci Gourmet
Boba Is Bubbling Up
Another trend that's taking the summer by storm is boba tea. With an impressive 80 percent growth on menus over the past four years, it’s clear that boba tea is here to stay. Our Bursting Frozen Passion Fruit Lemonade is a must-try this season. Made with Island Oasis Premium Lemonade and DaVinci Gourmet Passion Fruit Syrup, it's a refreshing and playful drink that's perfect for beating the heat.
Chai Energizer made with Oregon Chai and DaVinci Gourmet
Energy Drinks Are All the Buzz
If you're looking for something that’ll give your customers a boost of energy, the Chai Energizer recipe is perfect. Energy drinks are all the rage right now, with a 20 percent projected growth over the next 12 months. Made with Oregon Chai Spiced Chai Tea Latte Concentrate and DaVinci Gourmet Boysenberry Syrup, it's a sugar and spice delight that's sure to energize your customers.
Mexican Mocha Frappé made with Big Train and DaVinci Gourmet
Dessert in a Glass
Little treats, frozen sweets, and indulgences are big trends for this summer. Frozen sweets are ranked #1 for growing foods in commercial foodservice in 2023, and 34 percent of consumers indulge in a sweet treat a few times a week. We’ve answered this trend with our Mexican Mocha Frappé, a frozen drink that is sure to please. Made with Big Train Mocha Blended Ice Coffee Mix, Big Train 20 Below Frozen Hot Chocolate Mix, and DaVinci Gourmet Cinnamon Syrup, it's a dessert in a glass that your customers won't be able to resist.
Wildberry Smoothie made with Island Oasis and DaVinci Gourmet
Mix It up with Smoothies
Smoothies are another trend that we can't ignore, with 74% of consumers describing smoothies as something they like or love. Our Wildberry Smoothie recipe is a great way to tap into that trend. Made with Island Oasis Wildberry and Nonfat Yogurt Mixes and DaVinci Gourmet Honey Syrup, it's a smooth and delicious drink that's sure to please. Honey is on Kerry’s Up and Coming Taste Chart for Cold Beverage in 2024, meaning it's among the fastest-growing flavors over the past three years.
By keeping up with these hot summer trends, you can stay ahead of the competition and offer your customers not only the latest and greatest drinks, but truly ExtraOrdinary moments that will keep them coming back for more.
Kerry Foodservice is committed to helping baristas create ExtraOrdinary moments by delivering bold products and flavors, sharing rich consumer insights, providing end-to-end operator support, and offering a wealth of on-trend beverage inspiration. To learn more, visit KerryFoodservice.com.
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A berry smoothie that takes you back to a simpler time... A Lavender Latte that fills you with hope for what lies ahead.… When crafted with care, the right drink can do more than just please your palate; it can transport you to an entirely different state of mind. Just one sip can make the everyday ExtraOrdinary. At Kerry Foodservice, we’re committed to helping mixologists and baristas create magical moments by delivering bold products and flavors, sharing rich customer insights, providing end-to-end operator support, and offering a wealth of on-trend beverage inspiration. It’s our passion. It’s our obsession. We’re here to infuse everyone’s day with flavor. We pride ourselves on delicious, authentic foods and beverages of the highest quality.