McCormick® & Company, the global leader in flavor and the authority behind the industry-guiding Flavor Forecast, is continuing the celebration of its 2026 Flavor of the Year, Black Currant, with a series of exclusive brand collaborations coming soon. McCormick is joining forces with two fan-favorite brands to help consumers experience Black Currant’s bold flavor and remarkable versatility in exciting new ways. The first limited-edition collaboration kicks off with Prince St. Pizza, a New York-born pizzeria known for its Sicilian-style square pies, from August 3 to August 31, followed immediately by a second rollout with Go Greek Yogurt, a healthy Mediterranean lifestyle brand that honors traditional Greek recipes with fresh and frozen Greek yogurt, from August 31 to September 28.
“For 26 years, the McCormick Flavor Forecast has explored the intersection of food and culture to predict the future of flavor,” Tabata Gomez, Chief Growth and Marketing Officer at McCormick commented “We identified Black Currant as the next big thing in flavor because it is a small-but-mighty berry that is bold, bright, and deliciously versatile. Together with Prince Street Pizza and Go Greek Yogurt, we’re bringing Black Currant to life through unexpected, craveable experiences that show why it earned its title as this year’s ‘it’ berry.”
McCormick is teaming up with Prince St. Pizza to debut the pizzeria’s first-ever nationwide dessert pizza: The Black Currant Big Apple Pie Pizza. Available at all locations throughout August, this exclusive creation is topped with McCormick Black Currant Finishing Sugar and frosting drizzle, perfectly balancing bold berry notes with the classic sweetness of apple pie. To celebrate black currant’s rise as the ultimate “it girl” of the berry world, the brands have tapped social media sensation and long-time fan Hannah Stocking to share the spotlight for this breakout moment at her favorite pizza spot. Consumers can experience the flavor phenomenon in person or order nationwide delivery via Prince St. Pizza’s website, UberEats, and Postmates to taste McCormick’s 2026 Flavor of the Year.
“This collaboration brought together two brands that share a passion for flavor and creativity,” Lawrence Longo, CEO of Prince St. Pizza commented. “Partnering with McCormick gave us the opportunity to explore a completely new side of pizza, blending familiar dessert-inspired flavors with the bold, over-the-top approach our guests expect from Prince St. Pizza. The result is a fun, nostalgic offering that’s unlike anything we’ve done before.”
Go Greek Yogurt is teaming up with McCormick to celebrate its 2026 Flavor of the Year by introducing a limited-edition Black Currant flavor frozen yogurt, available exclusively until September 28 at participating Go Greek stores nationwide. The collaboration taps into the same bold, dark berry notes McCormick spotlights across its Sweet & Smoky Black Currant Seasoning and Black Currant Finishing Sugar, bringing a trendy berry that many know for its perceived health benefits into a refreshing, creamy format. Made with Go Greek Yogurt’s signature high-protein, probiotic-rich base, this new flavor offers a craveable way to experience black currant beyond the spice aisle.
“At Go Greek Yogurt, we are always looking for meaningful ways to bring new experiences to our guests through thoughtful collaborations and exceptional ingredients. Partnering with McCormick to celebrate Black Currant as its Flavor of the Year was a natural fit,” Tanja Subotic, Co-Founder of Go Greek Yogurt commented. “Black currant’s delicious balance of tartness and sweetness pairs beautifully with the rich, creamy tang of authentic Greek yogurt. We are excited to share this limited-edition creation and invite our guests to discover this new flavor!”
McCormick officially crowned Black Currant as the 2026 Flavor of the Year as part of the highly anticipated 2026 Flavor Forecast – an annual global report defining the culinary trends shaping menus and home kitchens for years to come. Eager to experience the 2026 Flavor of the Year firsthand now? McCormick’s Sweet & Smoky Naturally Flavored Black Currant Seasoning and Black Currant Finishing Sugar are available to purchase here as well as recipes featuring these versatile and vibrant flavors. Fans can also follow along on social media for recipes, flavor inspiration, and more on Instagram @McCormickSpice and TikTok @McCormickSpices.