Flavor Forward 2026
From the floor of Natural Products Expo West 2026: the trends reshaping the American plate — and how Harris Spice is already building them.
March 17, 2026
HARRIS SPICE COMPANY · EXPO WEST 2026 · FLAVOR TRENDS REPORT
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2026 SEASONING LINEUP
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BOOTH N2012 · NORTH HALL · ANAHEIM, CA
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HARRIS SPICE TEAM · EXPO WEST 2026
Industry Sales
$342B
Brands Attended
3,000+
Countries Represented
130
SWICY Trends
Evolution
Global Flavors
Konbini
Protein Surge
& Fiber
Beef Tallow
Revival
Matcha Trends
Everywhere
Consumer Trend Spotting
Key insights into flavor shifts and market evolution.
SWICY 2.0
Global flavors are becoming mainstream as sweet-spicy profiles accelerate across every snack and beverage category.
Read more- Gochujang growth at 120%
- Hot honey innovation
- Peach-habanero blends
- Mainstream spice adoption
PROTEIN & FIBER
Modern consumers demand functional nutrition where seasonings deliver bold taste alongside high-protein credentials.
Read more- Fiber-first snacks
- Clean-label sweeteners
- Heritage-led flavors
- Macro-nutrient focus
- Performance nutrition
EXPO WEST DEBUTS
Korean BBQ
GLOBAL FLAVORS
Queso Inferno
SWICY 2.0
Hot Honey Garlic
NEWSTALGIA
Garam Masala
GLOBAL FLAVORS
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Why Partner With Us?
We transform trend intelligence into shelf-ready seasoning solutions tailored to your unique market scale.
Do we offer certifications?
Yes, we prioritize quality, offering Organic, Non-GMO, and Kosher certified options for our entire product catalog.
What is our industry reach?
With 40 years of business experience, we serve national food brands and foodservice distributors nationwide.
How to see our products?
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Where do our trends come from?
Our insights are based on verified data from The Food Institute, Kerry Taste Charts, and Datassential 2026 reports.