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In 2026, functional beverages move from niche to daily ritual—gut health, mental energy, drinkable protein, clean-label plant-based, sensory-led innovation, and on-the-go formats. Here’s how brands in the Caribbean can turn these trends into products that deliver pleasure, wellness, and margin.

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