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Savory Sorbet

Ice cream experiences incorporate more diversified global flavors

Implications - As experimental foodies continue to shape flavor trends through visually enticing platforms such as Instagram, the proliferation of savory ice cream and dessert experiences is accelerating at quite a fast pace. This shift speaks to the experimental nature of the contemporary consumer palate, as well as highlighting the interest in complex yet comforting experiences within food and beverage.
Workshop Question - How can you engage discerning customers in order to champion your product as viral-worthy experience?
Trend Themes
1. Global Flavor Exploration - As consumers become more adventurous with their food choices, they are seeking out ice cream options with a wider variety of globally inspired flavors.
2. Savory Dessert Experiences - The trend of incorporating savory ingredients into ice cream and dessert experiences is rising, with creative offerings featuring ingredients such as miso, soy sauce, and smoked salmon.
3. Branded Ice Cream Collaboration - Creative agencies are collaborating with ice cream companies to launch brand-inspired flavors that reflect a company's mission, values, and unique ingredients.
Industry Implications
1. Ice Cream Industry - The ice cream industry can utilize the trend of globally inspired and savory flavors to create unique and adventurous products that appeal to today's consumers.
2. Food and Beverage Industry - The food and beverage industry can explore global flavor trends and collaborate with ice cream companies to create unique and diverse products that reflect a cultural and culinary fusion.
3. Advertising and Marketing Industry - The advertising and marketing industry can partner with ice cream companies to create brand-inspired flavors that reflect a company's mission, values, and unique ingredients, thereby increasing brand awareness and loyalty.
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Creative Agency Ice Creams
Creative Agency Ice Creams
Periscope Teamed Up with Izzy’s Ice Cream on 'Love Potion No. 921'
As part of a complete brand refresh, independent creative agency Periscope teamed up with Izzy’s Ice Cream to launch a brand-inspired ice cream by the name of Love Potion No. 921. The name of the... MORE
Globally Inspired Ice Creams
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Albertsons' Signature Reserve Spotlights Globally Sourced Ingredients
Albertsons Companies is adding to its Own Brands portfolio with Signature Reserve, which is first being introduced through seven ice cream products powered by globally sourced ingredients. Some of... MORE
Savory Fish-Shaped Desserts
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This Unique State Fair Food is Served in an Edible Fish-Shaped Cone
One of the most interesting Minnesota State Fair foods from this year’s event comes from the Rabbit Hole and goes by the name ‘Carpe Diem.’ This unusual ice cream treat takes the... MORE
Savory Ice Cream Sandwiches
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Mister is Serving Smoked Salmon Ice Cream Sandwiches for Canada 150
Mister is a destination for a variety of refreshing and artisanal liquid nitrogen ice cream treats in Vancouver, Canada, that will soon be serving a limited-edition dessert for Canada Day—savory... MORE
Savory Soup Ice Cream
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Salt & Straw's Ramen Ice Cream is Made with Stock, Soy Sauce and More
Portland-based ice cream shop Salt & Straw recently introduced consumers to its newest creation—Ramen Ice Cream, which was dreamed up by a student from a nearby school. The savory ice cream... MORE
Exotic Ice Cream Bars
Exotic Ice Cream Bars
The Nuii Ice Cream Bars Have a Global Inspiration
The Nuii Ice Cream Bars have been unveiled by Froneri as a new lineup of indulgent frozen treats that will offer consumers access to exotic flavors from the comfort of their own home. The frozen... MORE
Aromatically Spiced Ice Creams
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Malai Offers Frozen Dessert Flavors Like Orange Fennel & Sweet Milk
Malai—which literally translates to “milkfat,” in a North Indian language, and figuratively “cream of the crop”—recently exhibited its line of aromatically spiced ice cream... MORE
Spicy Seafood Ice Cream
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This Experimental Salt & Straw Flavor Was Inspired by a Student
As an alternative to the many sweet frozen dessert flavors that are available across the world, Portland’s Salt & Straw created a unique seafood ice cream flavor. This spicy and savory ice... MORE

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