To celebrate St. Patrick's Day 2016, Dairy Queen is bringing back its Grasshopper Mousse Pie Blizzard. While many restaurants are honoring the annual Irish holiday with green beers and special deals on Guinness, this dessert provides a deliciously non-alcoholic way to join the celebration.
The Grasshopper Mousse Pie Blizzard is inspired by the grasshopper cocktail, which is a mint-flavored drink that is bright green in color. The Dairy Queen version of the famous cocktail swaps the booze for non-alcoholic ingredients to create a minty ice cream treat. The Irish-inspired Blizzard is made from vanilla soft serve, green mint syrup, graham cracker crumbs, choco chunks and finished with whipped topping. The dessert itself is bright green, giving it a distinct St. Patrick's Day look.
The delicious dessert is the perfect way for children and adults to indulge in the annual Irish holiday.
Minty Ice Cream Desserts
the Grasshopper Mousse Pie Blizzard is returning for St. Patrick's Day
Trend Themes
1. Non-alcoholic Desserts - Opportunities exist for creating more non-alcoholic dessert options inspired by popular alcoholic beverages.
2. Mint-flavored Treats - There is a growing demand for mint-flavored desserts and treats that provide a refreshing and unique flavor profile.
3. Seasonal Food Offerings - Seasonal food offerings, such as St. Patrick’s Day inspired desserts, can attract customers looking for limited-time menu items.
Industry Implications
1. Restaurant Industry - Restaurants can capitalize on the trend of non-alcoholic desserts by creating innovative menu options inspired by popular cocktails.
2. Ice Cream Industry - Ice cream companies can develop and promote a range of mint-flavored treats to cater to the growing demand for unique and refreshing flavors.
3. Holiday and Event Planning Industry - Companies specializing in event planning and holiday decorations can take advantage of the demand for seasonal food offerings by providing themed desserts for special occasions.