Experience the 2026 Flavour Forecast®!

Since 2000, the McCormick Flavour Forecast has identified the global trends shaping the future of flavour, from chipotle and pumpkin pie spice to ube and Korean BBQ. For 2026, we’re celebrating Black Currant as the Flavour of the Year – a vibrant berry known for its tart yet sweet taste and versatility in foods and drinks.

This “it” berry is inspired by our 2026 trends – the answers to cravings observed around the world: Attainable Opulence, Simple to Spectacular, and Sauce from Somewhere.

BLACK CURRANT RECIPES

PB and J Cake with Black Currant Sauce
PB and J Cake with Black Currant Sauce

PB and J Cake with Black Currant Sauce

Black Currant Labneh with Roasted Beets
Black Currant Labneh with Roasted Beets

Black Currant Labneh with Roasted Beets

Black Currant Rosemary Crème Brûleé
Black Currant Rosemary Crème Brûleé

Black Currant Rosemary Crème Brûleé

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TREND #1:
ATTAINABLE OPULENCE

Amid a dynamic global environment, home cooks are seeking extravagant treats and experiences as an escape, enjoying elevated flavours in everyday dining experiences, not just special occasions.

ATTAINABLE OPULENCE RECIPES

Sweet and Tangy Stuffed Chicken Tenders
Sweet and Tangy Stuffed Chicken Tenders

Sweet and Tangy Stuffed Chicken Tenders

Blood Orange Cardamom Sour
Blood Orange Cardamom Sour

Blood Orange Cardamom Sour

Cappelletti in Savory Mushroom Broth
Cappelletti in Savory Mushroom Broth

Cappelletti in Savory Mushroom Broth

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simple to spectacular

TREND #2:
SIMPLE TO SPECTACULAR

In a digital-forward world, home cooks are finding beauty in the basics – appreciating meals crafted with care, from scratch, and with ingredients close to home.

SIMPLE TO SPECTACULAR RECIPES

Pickled Veggie Toast
Pickled Veggie Toast

Pickled Veggie Toast

Green Apple Agua Fresca
Green Apple Agua Fresca

Green Apple Agua Fresca

Easy Focaccia Halloumi BLT
Easy Focaccia Halloumi BLT

Easy Focaccia Halloumi BLT

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sauce from somewhere

TREND #3:
SAUCE FROM SOMEWHERE

Home cooks are more flavour fluent than ever – embracing bold, next-level sauces, dips, drizzles, and spreads – not just for taste, but as a way to explore the world.

SAUCE FROM SOMEWHERE RECIPES

Roasted Chicken with Toum
Roasted Chicken with Toum

Roasted Chicken with Toum

Savoury Donuts with Schezwan Chutney
Savoury Donuts with Schezwan Chutney

Savoury Donuts with Schezwan Chutney

Fish and Chips with Curry Sauce
Fish and Chips with Curry Sauce

Fish and Chips with Curry Sauce

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