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Why the coffee segment is so hot right now Why the coffee segment is so hot right now

In drive-thru-only restaurants, the coffee category has found a way to expand beyond stalwarts like Starbucks and Dunkin’.

bySam Oches, Editor in Chief

May 13, 2024

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Here’s why Dutch Bros is doing better than Starbucks right now Here’s why Dutch Bros is doing better than Starbucks right now

byJoanna Fantozzi

May 10, 2024

1 Min Read

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Panera is dropping the controversial Charged Lemonades from its menus Panera is dropping the controversial Charged Lemonades from its menus

byJoanna Fantozzi

May 7, 2024

1 Min Read

Emerging Chains

How big restaurant chains are trying to get in on the growing coffee segment How big restaurant chains are trying to get in on the growing coffee segment

May 7, 2024

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Whataburger to revamp its coffee menu Whataburger to revamp its coffee menu

May 6, 2024

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The classic Italian digestivo, limoncello The classic Italian digestivo, limoncello

byDatassential, NRN staff

May 2, 2024

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Coffeehouse chain Aroma Joe’s promotes Dave Tucci to president and eliminates CEO position

Coffeehouse chain Aroma Joe’s promotes Dave Tucci to president and eliminates CEO position

byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor

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Cherry blossom, the flower that welcomes spring

Cherry blossom, the flower that welcomes spring

byNRN staff, Datassential

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Trending this week: Starbucks turns up the heat with latest drinks lineup of Spicy Lemonade Refreshers

Trending this week: Starbucks turns up the heat with latest drinks lineup of Spicy Lemonade Refreshers

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Beverage Trends

Bergamot is expanding beyond Earl Grey tea

Bergamot is expanding beyond Earl Grey tea

An inside look at the James Beard Awards and creamsicle drinks

An inside look at the James Beard Awards and creamsicle drinks

byPatricia Cobe, Bret Thorn

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Beverage Trends

The rise of the Korean spirit Soju

The rise of the Korean spirit Soju

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Beverage Trends

Green smoothies, the hearty drink with a health halo

Green smoothies, the hearty drink with a health halo

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Chick-fil-A is testing a Pretzel Cheddar Club Sandwich

Chick-fil-A is testing a Pretzel Cheddar Club Sandwich

byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor

Menu Tracker: New items from Sonic, Papa Johns, and KFC

Menu Tracker: New items from Sonic, Papa Johns, and KFC

byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor

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Beverage Trends

The coffee that looks like beer: Nitro cold brew

The coffee that looks like beer: Nitro cold brew

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Are the restaurant menu items for April Fool's Day still outrageous?

Are the restaurant menu items for April Fool's Day still outrageous?

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NRN editors discuss the latest restaurant beverage trend, and what’s going on behind the scenes at Panera Bread

NRN editors discuss the latest restaurant beverage trend, and what’s going on behind the scenes at Panera Bread

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Why ‘dirty sodas’ are so popular right now

Why ‘dirty sodas’ are so popular right now

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Dirty sodas appeal to young experimental restaurant consumers

Dirty sodas appeal to young experimental restaurant consumers

byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor

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Trending this week: Panera Bread sued a third time over highly caffeinated Charged Lemonade drink

Trending this week: Panera Bread sued a third time over highly caffeinated Charged Lemonade drink

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Making the most of Dry January

Making the most of Dry January

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Why drinkable desserts are the solution to the growing afternoon daypart

Why drinkable desserts are the solution to the growing afternoon daypart

byHolly Petre, Assistant Digital Editor

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Applebee’s taps into mezcal for the first time

Applebee’s taps into mezcal for the first time

byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor

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Beverage Trends

The rise of the drinkable dessert on restaurant menus

The rise of the drinkable dessert on restaurant menus

byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor

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How Gott’s Roadside captures California wine country in a burger restaurant chain

How Gott’s Roadside captures California wine country in a burger restaurant chain

bySam Oches, Editor in Chief

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Chick-fil-A brings tropical beverages to the menu this January

Chick-fil-A brings tropical beverages to the menu this January

byAlicia Kelso, Executive Editor

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Beverage Trends

Dry January doesn’t have to mean weak drink sales

Dry January doesn’t have to mean weak drink sales

byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor

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Beverage Trends

The year in beverages: A look at standout drinks at restaurant chains in 2023

The year in beverages: A look at standout drinks at restaurant chains in 2023

byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor

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Best of Menu Tracker: A look at some of the standout new menu items in 2023

Best of Menu Tracker: A look at some of the standout new menu items in 2023

byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor

Dunkin’ to remove coconut milk from the menu at the end of the year

Dunkin’ to remove coconut milk from the menu at the end of the year

byBret Thorn, Senior Food Editor

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Regional Chains

Coffee is growing — and so are these 10 emerging chains

Coffee is growing — and so are these 10 emerging chains

byHolly Petre, Assistant Digital Editor

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Beverage Trends

NRN editors discuss specialty beverages, CosMc’s, and the future of Boston Market

NRN editors discuss specialty beverages, CosMc’s, and the future of Boston Market

byHolly Petre, Assistant Digital Editor

Beverage Trends

The drink with a kick: Spicy Margarita

The drink with a kick: Spicy Margarita

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Beverage Trends

Drive-thru beverage chain Swig poised for massive expansion with ‘runway for days’

Drive-thru beverage chain Swig poised for massive expansion with ‘runway for days’

bySam Oches, Editor in Chief

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