From dirty sodas to bubble tea, specialty beverages are gaining popularity, and 50% of consumers aged 18 to 34 surveyed are seeking new or unique drink flavors, according to the 2024 Technomic Beverage Consumer Trend Report. Now it’s easier than ever for foodservice operators to capitalize on beverage trends, with Rich’s new All-In-One Creamer.
The creamy ingredient can enhance a wide range of beverages including specialty coffees, smoothies, cocktails, dirty sodas, and bubble teas. In addition, this versatile, labor-saving All-In-One Creamer can be used across various applications, from hot and cold drinks to soups and sauces, to being used as a foam, whipped topping, or beverage base.
The All-In-One Creamer is an authentic formula from Rich’s global market portfolio, made with primarily non-dairy ingredients and containing a milk derivative to provide a neutral flavor. It’s a perfect substitute for dairy in many different applications, and it’s easy to use: just thaw and pour.
Gen Z is driving the trend in unique beverages, and social media amplifies the craze. Dirty soda has a predicted four-year menu growth of 244%, according to Datassential MenuTrends 2025. Foodservice operators can easily create dirty sodas by adding a splash of Rich’s All-In-One Creamer and a flavored syrup to fizzy beverages.
Another popular drink, “bubble tea” is trending with #bubbletea tagged in more than 650,000 TikTok posts. The creation is exploding with a 30% four-year menu growth rate, according to SNAP! Datassential 2024. Operators can create the popular beverage by combining Rich’s All-In-One Creamer with any tea of choice, ice, prepared boba, and simple syrup.
Rich’s is a global expert in beverage components – with toppings, bases, and creamers,
Rich Products is no stranger to beverage solutions, as the company’s founder developed the world’s first non-dairy whipped topping 80 years ago. Today, the lineup consists of a wide range of toppings, bases, and creamers in a variety of flavors as well as non-dairy options, In addition, f’real by Rich’s milkshakes and smoothies can enhance operators’ beverage offerings, as they’re made with a behind-the-counter blender or a front-of-house blend-it-yourself program.
Foodservice operators will find more beverage solutions, recipe inspiration, and trends at www.richsusa.com/beverages.
