CBD infused food and drink at lunch! 2022
Cannabidiol – better known as CBD – is having a huge impact. This hemp-derivative is making its way into more and more products, and at a rapid rate. Increased recognition of CBD’s medical benefits – aiding everything from chronic pain and inflammation to anxiety and insomnia – means we’re now seeing this controversial plant thrive in the world of food-to-go and drink.
In Mintel’s 2030 Global Food and Drink Trends report, research predicts that with more consumers considering their mental health alongside diet and exercise, they will be seeking out products that can improve mood and boost brain health. Other industry analysts estimate that ‘the annual value of the UK CBD industry currently sits around £700 million. And by 2025, they expect that number to surpass one billion GB’ (Retail Tech Innovation Hub). Therefore, there’s plenty of opportunity for CBD brands to innovate with interesting food and drink combinations and for buyers to keep ahead of the trend.
From CBD coffee to luxury chocolate…
lunch! and its eclectic mix of exhibitors have been influencing ‘on the go’ menus across the UK for years – and CBD is no exception. Food-to-go operators, food retailers, and contract caterers, plus thousands of independent and multiple cafés, coffee shops and sandwich shops can explore the latest CBD-infused food and drink brands at lunch! on 14-15 September at ExCeL London.
Here’s just a handful of CBD-infused products buyers can see and sample at the show:
Infused CBD Coffee by CANNACOFFEE (stand L523)
CANNACOFFEE is bringing its award-winning Precision Infused CBD Coffee – made with Single Origin 100% Arabica from Brazil. Sweet, Smooth & Nutty with notes of Chocolate. Organic & Vegan Certified. CBD + COFFEE is designed to rebalance and refocus and is ann effortless way to incorporate CBD into the day, boost mood, keep anxiety levels at bay and enjoy coffee without the jitters!
Elderflower mint CBD drink by Trip CBD (stand L225)
TRIP CBD will be exhibiting its Elderflower Mint CBD infused drink. Crafted for stress-free sipping – and the consumer favourite. This Great Taste Award-winning flavour has potent natural ingredients, no added sugar and only 19kcal per can. TRIP is uniquely consumed throughout the day to help consumers find their calm, and is already sold in Soho House, LEON, Selfridges and Sainsbury’s.
CBD infused vitamin water by Common Water (stand L1132)
Common water is showcasing its CBD water drink. Their CBD is grown in an organic and sustainable fashion, and every bottle has a QR code which links back to third-party lab tests verifying the cannabinoid content – a gold standard for our industry. Common Water is free from sugar and flavourings and made with fresh spring water, B and C vitamins – all in a full-recyclable, and resealable aluminium bottle.
Blood Orange and Grapefruit CBD drink by Good Rays (stand L133)
Good Rays is promoting its Blood Orange and Grapefruit CBD infused drink that combines the sweet, aromatic citrus flavours of the Spanish ‘naranja sanguina’ with the distinctly sharp note of Grapefruit, all underpinned with subtle cannabis flower terpenes. Each serve of Goodrays contains 30mg of safety-tested CBD from sustainable Colorado-grown cannabis. No artificial ingredients, no added sugar, only 33 calories and 100% vegan.
CBD Chocolate by Cheerful Buddha (stand L578)
Cheerful Buddah is exhibiting its 70% dark CBD chocolate, for the ultimate on-the-go healthy indulgence. Made with sustainably sourced single origin cacao and infused with 70mg of UK hemp-derived CBD oil, Cheerful Buddha’s chocolate is a Great Taste award Winner, and it delivers benefits of high-quality CBD in a smooth and rich luxury chocolate.
CBD one shot by CBD One (stand L745)
CBD One is bringing their One Shot to lunch! this year. This unique, water-soluble emulsion can be added to any hot or cold drink to convert it into a CBD drink without affecting the taste. CBD One Shot is in an ‘active’ state meaning it can be easily absorbed into the bloodstream unlike traditional CBD oils or most CBD drinks. They also offer Hatcha, a versatile cannabinoid rich powder that can be used as an ingredient in drinks, smoothies or baking. Look out for their Hatcha enriched treats.
Zesty botanical CBD drinks by INTUNE (stand L861)
INTUNE is showing a trio of award-winning fruit and botanical CBD drinks: Grapefruit & Mint is zesty and fresh, with quince and a dash of passion fruit for good measure; Pomegranate & Ginger is spicy and dry, with apple & plum, spiced up by Sarawack black pepper; Elderflower & Hops is floral and smooth, with apple and a touch of rose blossom. FSA compliant.
Book a stand for 2022
Book a stand for 2022
Stand space is selling fast, so if you’re interested in exhibiting at lunch! 2022, please contact one of our sales team:
Annie, Lindsell, Event Manager
[email protected], Tel: +44 (0)1273 645 164
Vicki Balfour, Sales Executive
[email protected], Tel: +44 (0)1273 645 129
lunch! takes place on 27-28 September 2023 at ExCeL London and is co-located with Casual Dining and Commercial Kitchen. Register your interest to attend here.
