# Experiential Flavor Campaigns
McCormick Launches a Multi-Sensory Black Currant Dining Experience

By Mursal Rahman | Published 2026-03-24 | Updated 2026-03-30 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experiential-flavor-campaigns
References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/black-currant-moves-from-trend-to-table-as-mccormick-launches-2026-flavor-of-the-year-products-and-an-immersive-flavor-experience-302722688.html)

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McCormick is redefining how consumers engage with emerging tastes through its experiential flavor campaigns, which transform its 2026 Flavor of the Year—black currant—into both products and immersive experiences. Beyond introducing Sweet & Smoky Black Currant Seasoning and Black Currant Finishing Sugar, the brand extends its flavor forecast into 'Sensoria,' a multi-sensory dining event that blends taste with sound, scent and visual design. This approach elevates flavor from a static ingredient to an interactive, narrative-driven experience, allowing consumers to fully explore its versatility across sweet and savory applications.

This innovation signals a shift toward experience-led food marketing, where brands move beyond product launches to create memorable, shareable engagements. As consumers increasingly seek novelty and immersion, this strategy opens opportunities for CPG and foodservice brands to deepen emotional connections, differentiate offerings and drive demand through experiential storytelling.

Image Credit: McCormick®