Drink Trends

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A bartender serves a classic cocktail at a value-priced bar, with happy patrons enjoying affordable drinks in the background.
Drinks

Bars Bring Back Cheaper Cocktails for Value-Conscious Drinkers

At Gus' Sip & Dip in Chicago, a 30-drink list of classic cocktails now costs just $12 each.

Daniel Moretti·May 14, 2026
A trendy cocktail bar where visually appealing, colorful drinks inspired by viral trends are being served and photographed by patrons.
Drinks

America's Cocktail Preferences Shift Amid Viral Trends

In the week following Starbucks' launch of its new Tie-Dye Frappuccino, searches for 'tie-dye cocktail recipes' on Pinterest surged by 300%.

Daniel Moretti·May 13, 2026
A mixologist artfully tops a cocktail with a fluffy strawberry cucumber cold foam, showcasing the new trend in drink presentation.
Drinks

Cold foam toppings trend transforms cocktail flavors and textures

A new wave of mixologists is ditching traditional garnishes, instead topping cocktails with airy cream cheese foam or vibrant strawberry cucumber foam, fundamentally changing how drinks are experience

Daniel Moretti·May 7, 2026
Diverse women celebrating with beautifully crafted ready-to-drink cocktails, showcasing the innovation and quality of women-led beverage brands in a modern, upscale bar.
Drinks

Women-Led RTD Cocktail Brands Launch Innovative New Flavors

Women-led RTD cocktail brands are making waves with innovative new flavors and a commitment to quality. This movement reflects a significant shift in the ready-to-drink market, driven by evolving consumer demands.

Daniel Moretti·April 3, 2026
People on a sunny patio enjoying various spritz-style drinks with vibrant colors and fresh garnishes, symbolizing the rising popularity of these refreshing beverages on spring menus.
Drinks

Spritz-Style Drinks See Rising Popularity on Spring Menus

As warm weather returns, spritz-style drinks are taking over patios and social gatherings. We explore the data-backed trend and the innovative new brands shaking up the classic cocktail.

Daniel Moretti·April 2, 2026
Two premium cocktails, a vibrant Pineapple Ginger Beer and a refreshing Mojito, expertly garnished and ready to enjoy, symbolizing Fever-Tree's nationwide expansion.
Brands

Fever-Tree Expands Pineapple Ginger Beer, Mojito Mix Nationwide

Premium mixer brand Fever-Tree is launching its Pineapple Ginger Beer and Mojito Mix nationwide this spring and summer. This expansion aims to meet growing consumer demand for tropical flavors and high-quality at-home cocktail solutions.

Daniel Moretti·April 1, 2026
A dynamic image contrasting an opulent, maximalist cocktail overflowing with garnishes and a refined, minimalist zero-proof drink, reflecting modern bar scene trends.
Drinks

Cocktail Maximalism and Zero-Proof Drinks Shape Modern Bar Scene

The modern bar scene is being shaped by two powerful, opposing forces: the over-the-top indulgence of cocktail maximalism and the mindful sophistication of zero-proof beverages.

Daniel Moretti·March 31, 2026