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Alt Pecan

Pecans are now being used as alternatives to traditionally dairy-based products

Trend - With more consumers now being willing to experiment with and consume alternative ingredients, pecans are now being used as a replacement for dairy in everything from milks and creamers to ice creams.

Insight - The growth in popularity of alternative ingredients in everything from beverages to meals and desserts stems from multiple sources. First, the quality of these ingredients has enhanced over time, and they better imitate the ingredients they're replacing. They're also viewed as more ethical, nutritious, and sustainable than their dairy and meat counterparts--making consumers feel like they're making better lifestyle choices.
Workshop Question - How is your brand experimenting with quality alternative ingredients/products?
Trend Themes
1. Alternative Ingredients - The growth in popularity of alternative ingredients in everything from beverages to meals and desserts stems from multiple sources.
2. Plant-based Alternatives - Consumers are more willing to experiment with and consume plant-based alternatives as they are viewed as more ethical, nutritious, and sustainable than their dairy and meat counterparts.
3. Convenience Packaging - Brands are introducing more convenient packaging that allows consumers to enjoy plant-based alternatives on the go or at any time suitable to them.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Food and Beverage industry professionals can develop innovative, plant-based products that are based on the nutrition needs of consumers who are health-conscious.
2. Sustainability - Sustainability industry professionals can help businesses reduce their carbon footprint by promoting the adoption of plant-based ingredients and biodegradable packaging materials.
3. Packaging - Packaging industry professionals can develop innovative packaging designs that improve the convenience and portability of plant-based products.
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Featured Examples

Plant-Based Ice Cream Flavors
Plant-Based Ice Cream Flavors
Eclipse Food Launches Seven New Plant-Based Ice Cream Flavors
As the summer rapidly approaches, Eclipse Food gears up for warm weather to launch seven new ice cream flavors. The plant-based dairy company is based in Berkeley, California. The ice cream brand is... MORE
Minimalist Plant-Based Creamers
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MALK Creamers are Made with Six Ingredients or Less
MALK Organics, which is known for its cold-pressed nut milk alternatives, is now launching a line of organic, plant-based creamers exclusively at Whole Foods Markets. These plant-based creamers set... MORE
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The ALOHA Chocolate Caramel Pecan Bar is Limited-Edition
The ALOHA Chocolate Caramel Pecan bar is part of the burgeoning plant-based protein bar category that’s formulated with flavor and function in mind to work well for the modern consumer. The... MORE
Pecan Vegan Milks
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This PKN is an All-New Kind of Nut-Based Dairy Milk Alternative
Lifestock has launched ‘THIS PKN,’ a new shelf-stable vegan milk made from pecan nuts. While almond and macadamia have been the go-to source for several popular nut-based drinks, few... MORE
Filler-Free Nut Milks
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Treehouse Milk Makes Plant-Based Milk Alternatives in Reusable Glass Jars
There are now plenty of plant-based nut milk alternatives that can be purchased from major supermarkets but most of them are packaged in cartons and contain gums, stabilizers and other ingredients.... MORE
Canned Pecan Milk Beverages
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Treehouse Naturals' Cans Bring Convenience to Plant-Based Consumption
Treehouse Milk is rebranding as Treehouse Naturals and it is relaunching with a new line of canned pecan milk beverages. The Original and Chocolate Pecanmilk from the brand spotlight pecans, the... MORE
Plant-Powered Pecan Creamers
Plant-Powered Pecan Creamers
THIS PKN's Pecanmilk Creamers are Dairy & Lactose-Free
With its pecanmilk creamers, THIS PKN is preparing to introduce consumers to a new generation of plant-based creamers. The dairy-free and lactose-free creamers are free from added sugar and they set... MORE

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