McCormick revealed black currant as its 2026 Flavor of the Year on Tuesday, Dec. 9. The Hunt Valley, Maryland, company released its annual Flavor Forecast, a global culinary report shaping food trends for more than two decades.
Grown in northern Asia and Europe, black currants are known for earthy, herbal, and slightly floral notes. The dark-purple berry has been used for centuries in jams, candies, pastries, and drinks.
McCormick said black currant is expected to appear more often on menus as interest grows worldwide…