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Banana flavor trend in US food and beverage industry

Overview

A trend of banana-flavored products has emerged across various food and beverage brands in the United States. Major companies including Mars, Starbucks, and Dunkin’ have introduced banana-themed items such as protein bars, M&Ms, and flavored coffee foams. Industry observers have compared the popularity of the fruit to “the next pumpkin spice.”

Following this broader market movement, Sonic launched a nationwide ‘Banana Collection’ on August 24, 2026. The menu expansion includes items such as the Banana Pudding Shake, Banana Pudding Blast, and the Banana Dirty Dr Pepper. Sonic’s Chief Marketing Officer, Ryan Dickerson, noted that the lineup aims to meet increasing consumer demand for fruit-forward flavors.

Entities

Barebells · Starbucks Corporation · Dr Pepper · Dunkin' Brands · Ryan Dickerson

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Timeline

  1. 20 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Sonic launches new Banana Collection nationwide

    Sonic has launched a new Banana Collection nationwide, featuring items like the Banana Pudding Shake and a Banana Dirty Dr Pepper to tap into current flavor trends.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Banana Flavors Surge Across Food and Beverage Brands

    Bananas are becoming a seasonal flavor across US food brands, from Barebells bars and Mars M&Ms to Starbucks foam and Dunkin' syrups, amid a broader consumer trend.

Sources

dexerto.com · foodbeast.com · qsrweb.com