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Beverages Quote by Howard Schultz

“Beverages have to be created. And they're created by looking at what trend is in, say, the fashion industry - what color's hot right now.” quote by Howard Schultz
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“Beverages have to be created. And they're created by looking at what trend is in, say, the fashion industry - what color's hot right now.”

Howard Schultz

About This Quote

Source Interview: Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz on product development, 2015

Beverages are designed by tracking trends in other fields like fashion, especially popular colors.

In simple terms: Drinks follow current trends, especially colors.

Key Takeaway

Use trend research to guide product creation.

Themes

marketing trend analysis product development

Mood

creative strategic

Type

business marketing

When to use this quote

  • new product launch
  • seasonal menu planning
  • brand refresh

Key Concepts

consumer behavior design thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance trend-driven and classic offerings?
  • What trends are most reliable for beverage innovation?
A Different Perspective

Relying solely on trends may ignore timeless preferences.

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