When Doves Cry, named after a Prince song, is a savory take on James Bond's classic Vesper martini served at Elementary.
After being prepared with The Botanist Gin, Haku Vodka, Lillet Blanc and St. George Basil Eau de Vie, the cocktail is spritzed with a bell pepper tincture, topped with a few drops of parsley oil and stirred. "I think veggie-focused cocktails are becoming increasingly popular because newer waves of bartenders are starting to get more creative with seasonality," restaurant Elementary bar lead Chris Arial told Austin Monthly.
In addition to being drawn to the savory elements of cocktails like this one, drinkers are intrigued by the potential health benefits of vegetable-infused drinks, especially as adults are embracing more moderation overall.
Savory Vegetal Martinis
When Doves Cry is a Savory Take on the Classic Vesper Martini
Trend Themes
1. Veggie-focused Cocktails - The rise of veggie-focused cocktails is providing new opportunities for bartenders to get creative with seasonality.
2. Savory Mixology - The incorporation of savory elements in cocktails like When Doves Cry is attracting drinkers looking for unique and flavorful experiences.
3. Health-conscious Drinking - Adults embracing moderation are drawn to the potential health benefits of vegetable-infused drinks.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can explore veggie-focused cocktails to cater to the growing demand for unique and seasonally-inspired beverages.
2. Mixology and Bartending - The mixology and bartending industry has the opportunity to experiment with savory elements in cocktails to create distinct flavor profiles.
3. Beverage and Healthy Lifestyle - The beverage industry can tap into the trend of health-conscious drinking by developing and marketing vegetable-infused drinks as a healthier alternative.