'Fricy': The Fruity x Spicy Flavour Trend Reshaping Food and Beverage in 2026
Forget 'swicy' - 'fricy' is here! The combination of fruity and spicy flavours is one of 2026's most talked-about flavour trends, with roots in Latin American and Asian cuisine and rapidly growing consumer demand across snacks, beverages, confectionery and more. Discover what's driving the trend and where the opportunities are for ANZ manufacturers.
"Fruit and spice combinations are taking the existing sweet-and-spicy trend to new heights."
Ophelie Buchet, Founder