The February 2016 drinking trends reveal that consumers are not only experimenting with what they are drinking, but they are also enjoying their favorite beverages in new and unexpected ways. From craft sodas to experimental cafes, there is a growing interest in many different aspects of the drinking experience.
One of the most significant innovations in the beverage industry is the rise of healthy beverages that provide an alternative to sugary sodas and calorie-rich energy drinks. These drinks also accommodate the needs of those with dietary restrictions who may be unable to consume ingredients such as dairy or gluten. Some examples of these alternative beverages include soy protein shakes, nut juice hybrids and hop-infused waters.
The February 2016 drinking trends reveal that consumers are also interested in new drinking experiences. One example is the Aperol Beach Club pop-up bar, which provides a multi-sensory drinking experience. Another example is an experimental cafe called Supercrown Coffee Roasters, which offers specialty drinks made from premium coffee beans.
Top 100 Drinking Ideas in February
From Sparkling Elderflower Drinks to Experimental Coffee Shops:
Katherine Pendrill — Feb 27, 2016 — Lifestyle
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Metal-Latticed Mezcal Bars
This Mezcal Bar in Oaxaca Features a Stunning Interior Facade
98
Vibrantly Branded Juice Detoxes
DETOX3 is a Detoxifying Juice Brand Based in Barcelona
97
Experimental Coffee Shops
This Cafe Offers Unusual Coffee Drinks Made from Premium Beans
96
Intimate Lounge Bars
This Palermo Bar is a Daytime Cafeteria and Nighttime Lounge Bar
95
Eccentric Open-Kitchen Lounges
This Budapest Bar is Perfect for Enjoying a Drink with a Big Group
94
Mess-Free Coffee Brewers
The 'American Press' Provides a Hands-On Coffee-Brewing Experience
93
Bespoke Mixology Kits
This Ralph Lauren Vanderbilt Mixologist Box Boasts a Rosewood Construction
92
Discreet Prohibition-Inspired Bars
The Bootlegger is a New Speakeasy Located in London
91
Free-Standing Wine Cellars
The Sommi Offers an Antiquated Wine Room that Can be Added to Any Home
90
Colorful Tea Cocktails
Pantone & Mixologists Across North America Created These Colorful Cocktails
89
Eclectic Fermented Pizza Restaurants
400 Rabbits is a Pizza Joint Located in South East of London
88
Cooling Mixer Sticks
'Swizzlecicles' Cool Your Drink While Mixing Ingredients Together
87
Wine Discovery Stores
This Winestore Features Clever Signage and an Interactive Tasting Station
86
Barrel-Aged Spirits Kits
This Spirit-Aging Kit Introduces a Barrel-Free Aging Method
85
Handmade Wine Packaging
Moonberry Branding Was Lovingly Crafted for a Creative Agency's Clients
84
Cat-Rescuing Bars
The Koneko Cat Cafe Lets You Pet Cats While You Sip On a Pint
83
Winter-Themed Whiskey Pop-Ups
The Hedonist Project and Diageo Launch a Festive Holiday Bar
82
Graffiti Artist-Inspired Pop-up Bars
Bar Basquiat is a Bar Dedicated to the Iconic American Artist
81
Floral Fruit Water
These Floral Water Flavors Celebrate Unusual Fruit and Flower Combinations
80
Bullet-Embedded Shot Glasses
This Custom Made Glass Features a Real Bullet Fixed into Their Sides
79
Single-Person Nightclubs
Berlin's Teledisko for One is the World's Smallest Dance Club
78
Rockstar Cocktail Tributes
These Drink Recipes Honor Musician David Bowie Legendary Aesthetic
77
Fruity Floral Simple Syrups
This Trio of Cocktail Syrups Includes Fruit and Floral Blends
76
Cocktail-Themed Water Bottles
These Evian Water Bottles Aim to Lower Excessive Alcohol Consumption
75
Hop-Infused Coffees
This Smooth Cold Brew Coffee is Infused with an Unexpected Ingredient
74
Sriracha Margarita Mixes
Cocktail Crate's Sriracha Margarita Mix Makes Spicy Drinks Easy
73
Hexagonal Drinking Game Cups
The Hexcup is Designed for a More Uniform Fit During Beer Pong
72
Canadian Craft Vodka
CIRKA Distilleries is a Montreal-based Brand Making Craft Vodka
71
Fruit-Flavored Rose Water
'H2rOse' is a Line of Rose Water Drinks with Fruit Flavors
70
Pastel-Hued Craft Sodas
Henri Sodas is an Artisanal Carbonated Beverage Brand from Montreal
69
Handcrafted Apple Shrub Syrups
This Apple Shrub Syrup from Shrub & Co Pairs Well with Whiskey
68
Wine Vending Machines
Paired Wine's Enomatic Machines Enhance the Tasting Experience
67
Hot Gin Cocktail Bars
This Pop-Up Bar is Serving Warm Gin Beverages to Combat the Cold Winter
66
Solid-State Wine Cellars
The Solid-State Cooling Technology Developed by Haier Debuted at CES 2016
65
Cocktail-Flavored Gum Drops
Drops Gin & Tonic Sweets Boast a Blossoming Package Design
64
Sandwich-Flavored Bourbons
The Peanut Butter and Jam-Flavored Spirit Makes an Unusual Bourbon
63
Personalized Coffee Art Apps
The 'Coffee Ripples App' Was Launched at CES 2016
62
Italian Single Malt Whiskies
These High-End Whiskies are Brewed by Italian Distillers
61
Champagne Six Packs
This New Moët Imperial Packaging Promotes Convenient Luxury
60
Bottled Botanical Flavorings
Wild Hibiscus Flower Co. Bottles Flower Extracts for Varied Usage
59
Superior Beer Pong Cups
Hexacups are Structured in a Way to Prevent Unnecessary Game Mishaps
58
Rare Spirits Subscription Boxes
MashBox is a Subscription Service Delivering Rare Spirits
57
Sulfite-Removing Wine Purifiers
This User-Friendly Device Purifies Wine by Removing Sulfites
56
Sparkling Herbal Water
This Herb Water Comes in Flavors Like Lemongrass Mint Vanilla and More
55
Self-Serve Wine Bars
Tutoni’s Restaurant Features a Self-Serve Bar and Wine Dispensers
54
Straw-Like Water Filters
This Personal Water Filter Requires No Batteries or Power Supplies
53
Kombucha Flavoring Samplers
The Kombucha Brewing Flavor Sampler Includes a Blue Ginger Blend
52
Aged Barrel Wine Bottles
The Pinocchio Barrique Carafes are Designed to Enhance Flavors
51
Sweet Potato Spirits
This Company is Producing the World's First Farm-to-Bottle Sweet Potato Vodka
50
Luxury Vehicle Garden Pop-Ups
Lexus Recently Partnered with Harvey Nichols for a Garden Pop-Up
49
Hangover-Preventing Patches
The 'B On 1' Patch Helps the Body Process Alcohol
48
Cane Juice Cans
Grand Bay's Flavored Sugarcane Juice Reminds of a Tropical Vacation
47
Anti-Hangover Alcoholic Drinks
This Hangover-Free Alcohol Was Invented In North Korea
46
Surf Bar Pop-Ups
The Aperol Beach Club Serves Up Drinks and Gourmet Eats at Bondi Beach
45
Road Trip Coffee Kits
The Blue Bottle x Timbuk2 Sabbatical Travel Kit Has Everything
44
Small-Batch Experimental Moscatos
The Pilot Project Has Released Three Limited Edition Sweet Wines
43
Airy Teahouse Concepts
The Rabbit Hole is a Whimsical Organic Tea Bar in Australia
42
Ethereal Abstract Java Branding
This Spanish Coffee Brand Boasts Delicate Artistic Packaging
41
Sparkling Wine Cans
Origin Sparkling Wine is Served in a Pop Can Rather Than a Corked Bottle
40
Biodegradable Champagne Packaging
Naturally Clicquot is Veuve's New Environmental Initiative
39
Nut Juice Hybrids
This Milk Alternative is Prepared with a Blend of Nuts and Vegetables
38
Restaurant Sommelier Apps
Vivino's Wine App Helps Patrons Decipher an Eatery's Menu
37
Hybrid Dessert-Coffee Bars
Sweet Jesus is a Toronto Ice Cream and Coffee Parlor with Style
36
Holstered Beer Ammo Belts
The Hops Holster Fits a 12-Pack of Beer Around the Wearer's Neck
35
Hobbyist Beer Shops
'BottleDog' Sells DIY Brewing Tools and Ready-Made Beer
34
Birthday Cake-Flavored Sodas
This Sweet Soda is Designed to Taste Like Birthday Cake
33
Promotional Tinctures Branding
Wellhead Agency That Took a Creative Approach to Employee Gifts
32
Color-Changing Tequila Bottles
Tequila Rose's Active Package Reveals Ideal Drinking Temperature
31
Southern-Inspired Cocktail Syrups
This Set of Bittermilk Cocktail Syrups is for the Connoisseur
30
Handheld Drink Carbonators
This Device Allows Users to Enjoy Sparkling Beverages Any Time
29
Female-Targeted Energy Drinks
This Low-Calorie Energy Drink is Designed to Appeal to Women
28
Wine Discovery Units
Etude's Countertop Display Promotes Discovery of a Wine's Origins
27
Microbrewed Soda Branding
Gothenburg Soda is a Swedish Drink Boasting Youthful Packaging
26
Sustainably Produced Superfruit Beverages
These Vegan-Friendly Drinks are Made with Panela
25
Cake-Inspired Cocktails
This Raspberry Red Wine Slushy is Topped with Chocolate Whipped Cream
24
Coffee Cocktail Kits
This DIY Irish Coffee Box Includes All Ingredients for a Comforting Cup
23
Celebratory Champagne Shots
These Champagne Jello Shots are Ideal For Ringing in the New Year
22
Flash-Freezing Chillers
This Device Will Flash-Chill Your Drink in 60 Seconds with Diluting It
21
Chalkboard Coffee Pod Branding
The Packaging for MOMENTUM Pods are Inspired by Blank Canvases
20
Interactive Wine Lists
VINU's Wine Guru Platform Can be Used by Upscale and Casual Eateries
19
Gourmet Soda Gumdrops
These Soda Gumdrops are Root Beer and Cherry Cola-Flavored
18
Healthy Sparkling Apple Juices
This Refreshing Drink Combines Apple Juice with Sparkling Water
17
Vegetable-Based Milks
'Veggemo' Makes Non-Dairy Milk from Potatoes, Cassava Root and Pea Protein
16
Explanatory Brew Guides
This Infographic Turns Readers into a Beer Expert in Under 20 Minutes
15
Soy Protein Shakes
CalNaturale's Svelte Shakes are Made with Plant-Based Protein
14
Coconut-Infused Lemonades
This Blended Lemonade is Inspired by Italy's Refreshment Stands
13
Cookie Cocktail Recipes
These Double-Stuffed Oreo Jello Shots are a Yummy New Year's Eve Treat
12
Sparkling Elderflower Drinks
Whole Earth's Elderflower Drink is Enriched with Fruit Ingredients
11
Fruity Probiotic Water
Suja Makes Enhanced Water Beverages with Pleasing Sweet Flavors
10
Pastry Wine Pairings
The Leopard’s Leap Tasting Room Offers Donut and Wine Pairings
9
Texas Grapefruit Cocktail Syrups
This Liber & Co Syrup Duo Features Two Deluxe Drink Add-Ins
8
Beet-Infused Nut Milks
The Daily Press Juicery's Vegan Milk Has a Base of Almonds and Cashews
7
Dairy-Free Probiotic Drinks
This Juice Provides a Lactose-Free Way of Consuming Probiotics
6
Nutritious Donkey's Milk Beverages
This Dairy Product Can Serve as an Alternative to Cow's Milk
5
Refreshing Hemp-Based Beverages
These Flavored Juices are Made with Hemp Protein
4
Fruitcake-Flavored Lattes
The Starbucks Panettone Latte Was Inspired by Italian Fruitcake
3
Refreshing Almond Water Beverages
This Naturally Sweetened Water Provides an Alternative to Soda
2
Organic Cashew Milks
These Dairy Alternatives from Earth's Own are Certified Organic
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Hop-Infused Waters
This Sparkling Beverage is Infused with the Natural Flavor of Hops
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Energizing Dog Water
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Homemade Spiked Suckers
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