A new favorite just hit the menu. Pacific Foods® Barista Series™ Pistachio is the latest innovation created with baristas, for baristas. Smooth and subtly nutty, this plant-based option was made to meet the real demands of the café, from the steam wand to the final pour. It brings a fresh addition to lattes, iced drinks, and creative signatures, giving baristas more ways to mix things up and keep customers coming back. For recipe inspiration and ideas, check out our new signature drinks page.
The Pistachio Effect: Sweet, Nutty, and on the Rise
If it feels like pistachio is suddenly everywhere, you’re not wrong. From café menus to coffee TikTok, pistachio milk is having a serious glow-up. With its sweet, subtly nutty flavor and creamy, dreamy texture, it brings something special to every cup. Whether it’s a hot latte on a rainy morning or a bright, iced espresso drink for that mid-afternoon pick-me-up, pistachio milk delivers—and customers are noticing. Menu penetration has grown by 27.3% in the last year, with a 57.6% spike in social media mentions to match.¹
But pistachio’s rise isn’t just about trendiness. Thirteen percent of consumers say they’d pay more for pistachio milk, and nearly a third are more likely to visit cafés that offer it.² That opens the door to creative, craveable drink builds that not only draw traffic but invite upsell opportunities. Think pistachio lattes, cappuccinos, and mochas on the hot side, or iced pistachio shaken espressos and cold brews topped with pistachio cold foam. Seasonal spins like a pistachio-spiced latte in fall or a pistachio-rose latte in summer keep the menu feeling fresh, hitting that sweet spot between beverage and dessert.
And if you’re pairing drinks with pastries, pistachio brings serious synergy. Highlight it with pistachio biscotti, almond croissants, or floral flavors like rose or cardamom to create thoughtful pairings that feel elevated and intentional. “As an Iranian woman, I’m excited for the classic Middle Eastern flavors that go so well with pistachio, like cardamon and rose,” said Laila Ghambari, an award-winning barista and owner of Guilder Coffee Co. in Portland, OR. “The subtle nutty and floral flavor of pistachio goes with so many things.”
Barista Tested, Café Ready
So why are baristas loving it behind the bar? Because Pacific Foods® Barista Series™ Pistachio actually performs. No separation, no surprises—just smooth, consistent pours that hold up in hot, iced, and blended drinks. Developed with baristas at the table, it was designed to steam like whole milk and create silky microfoam and other café beverages, like matcha, all while being completely plant based.
It’s also shelf-stable until opened, saving precious cooler space and making back-of-house life a little easier. And with no dairy, no carrageenan, and a vegan-friendly label, it checks the boxes for guests looking for plant-based options without sacrificing flavor or texture. It’s already winning fans across café menus for its customer appeal, and with so many ways to use it creatively, it’s easy to see why.
Plus, getting all your plant-based milk from one distributor is just, well, easier. “Our customers have unique palates, and we love to be able to accommodate their preferences,” explained Ghambari. “For common allergies, diets, and health concerns, having options is ideal. Being able to get all my alternative milk options from one company and trust it will taste great and steam well makes my life as a busy operator so much easier.”
Stir Up Something New
This is your moment to get creative and innovate with every drop. Pacific Foods®Barista Series™ Pistachio is more than a plant-based option, it’s a new addition meant to inspire creativity. From seasonal stunners to all-day crowd-pleasers, pistachio brings something new to every build. Surprise your regulars, hook new visitors, and have some fun while you’re at it. Experiment, remix, and rethink, and when you land on something great, snap a pic and tag @PacificBaristaSeries. We’re ready to be inspired.
“Pacific is always innovating and pushing plant-based alternative milks forward,” said Ghambari. “It’s another exciting offering that cafés, baristas, and customers get to experience. Pistachio is a fun flavor with great texture and versatility with coffee and tea-based drinks that I can’t wait to explore.”
- Datassential, Trend Bites, July 2025
- Datassential, Plant-Based, 2023
