Monin, the French based producer of liqueurs and syrups, has released what is promoted as the first popcorn-flavoured syrup to add “a roasted popcorn flavour with a hint of nuttiness” to cocktails, smoothies, coffee and desserts. “Popcorn’s popularity as a snack has exploded in recent years, with several new brands and varieties launching into the marketplace”, Lee Hyde, Monin’s beverage innovation manager commented. “We want to capitalise on this trend …