# Tart Naturally Flavored Sodas The Fanta Wild Cherry Soda is the Brand's First New Flavor of 2019 By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-02-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fanta-wild-cherry References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2019/02/26/fanta-launches-new-wild-cherry-flavor/) & [fanta](https://www.fanta.com) The Fanta Wild Cherry soda has been unveiled by the refreshment brand as its latest drink that will offer consumers a new way to enjoy the classic flavor of cherries. The drink is reported by the brand to have a distinct flavor profile that is a combination of sweet fruit notes along with a sharp tart finish that is perfectly balanced for a holistically different taste. Made with 100% natural flavors, the drink is [caffeine-free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hip-pop-berries-cherries) and will come in single-serve cans and bottles as well as larger two-liter plastic bottles for sharing. The Fanta Wild Cherry soda comes as the brand's first flavor introduction of 2019 and its newest since the launch of Green [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-edition-fanta-flavor) back in early 2018. Image Credit: Fanta ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Natural Flavored Sodas:** The trend towards natural and flavorful sodas presents an opportunity for beverage companies to create innovative and healthier beverage options. - **Distinct Flavor Profiles:** Creating distinct flavor profiles, such as a combination of sweet fruit notes with a tart finish, can offer consumers a holistically different taste experience and differentiate a brand in the soda industry. - **Caffeine-free Beverages:** The demand for caffeine-free beverages is growing, and companies have an opportunity to tap into this market by offering refreshment options without the stimulating effects of caffeine. ### Where This Applies - **Beverage Industry:** The beverage industry can capitalize on the trend towards natural flavored sodas and meet consumer demand for innovative and healthier beverage options. - **Soft Drink Industry:** In the soft drink industry, creating unique flavor profiles with a combination of sweet and tart notes can help companies stand out in a crowded market and attract consumers seeking a holistically different taste experience. - **Bottled Drink Industry:** The bottled drink industry can cater to the demand for caffeine-free beverages by offering a variety of refreshing options without the stimulating effects of caffeine, appealing to health-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fruit-Themed Zero-Sugar Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fanta-zero-sugar.md) - [Exclusively Crafted Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepsi-wild-cherry.md) - [Nostalgic Cherry-Flavored Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocacola-cherry-float.md) - [Effervescent Soda Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-cherry-cream.md) - [Reinvented Cherry-Flavored Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepsi-wild-cherry-cream.md) - [Dragon Fruit-Flavored Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fanta-dragon-fruit-zero-sugar.md) - [Fruit Soda Flavor Additions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruit-soda-flavors.md) - [Tartly Sweet Sparkling Waters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dash-water-cherry.md) - [Gamified Mystery Drink Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/what-the-fanta-1.md)