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# Chilled Festivity
Holiday favorites are reformatted for iced enjoyment.

By [Vasiliki Marapas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Vasiliki.Marapas), Research Advisor & Writer | Published Nov 26, 2015 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends)
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/chilled-festivity

## Key Figures

- Trend score: 2.8/10
- Evidence articles: 7

## What is the Chilled Festivity trend?

**Chilled Festivity:** In order to cater to changing tastes towards cold beverages, retailers and manufacturers are offering iced versions of seasonal beverages. In a culture where every consumer is a connoisseur, it's important that brands continually adapt. In effect, iced holiday beverages are not about replacing tradition, but combining it with the novelty of new rituals.

## At a Glance

- Evidence: 7 featured examples
- Articles from: Nov 23, 2015 to Nov 15, 2016
- Published: Nov 26, 2015
- Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality)
- Megatrends: [Co-creation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/co-creation), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality)

## Audience

- Gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Themes within the Chilled Festivity trend

### Iced Seasonal Beverages

Creating iced versions of seasonal beverages is a way to cater to changing tastes towards cold beverages.

### Superfood and Probiotic Beverages

Including superfood and probiotic ingredients in seasonal drinks is a way to offer health benefits during the indulgent holiday season.

### Alternative Takes on Traditional Beverages

Offering unique and healthier alternatives to traditional holiday beverages is a way to cater to changing tastes and offer variety.

## What the Chilled Festivity trend means for industry

### For Beverage Industry

The beverage industry can take note of trends in iced seasonal drinks and alternative takes on traditional beverages.

### For Health and Wellness Industry

The health and wellness industry can take note of trends in superfood and probiotic drinks during the indulgent holiday season.

### For Food and Hospitality Industry

The food and hospitality industry can take note of trends in unique and healthier alternatives to traditional holiday beverages.

## Workshop question

What is one industry tradition you're engaging in, and how could you remix it to provide a fresh, new experience?

## Trend signals for Chilled Festivity

Trend score 2.8 out of 10, from popularity 38%, activity 37%, freshness 8%.

- Popularity: 38%
- Activity: 37%
- Freshness: 8%

## Examples of the Chilled Festivity trend

7 featured examples from Nov 23, 2015 to Nov 15, 2016.

- [Fudge Hot Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fudge-hot-chocolate): Starbucks' Newest Drink is Inspired by the Holiday Season (Category: Lifestyle)
  Implication: Innovative and unique beverage creations can help businesses stay competitive and attract customers.
- [Gingerbread-Flavored Coffee Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingerbread-iced-coffee): Jimmy's is Launching a Gingerbread Iced Coffee for the Holidays (Category: Lifestyle)
  Implication: Innovating flavors and packaging in the beverage industry can help companies differentiate their products and attract new customers.
- [Seasonal Superfood Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seasonal-drink): Temple Turmeric's Seasonal Drinks Encourage Health During the Holidays (Category: Lifestyle)
  Implication: Innovative companies can create new seasonal drink offerings using healing ingredients and vegan probiotics.
- [Organic Eggnog Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-eggnog): Straus Family Creamery Remixes a Holiday Classic with Natural Flavors (Category: Lifestyle)
  Implication: The dairy industry can capitalize on the trend of organic eggnog beverages by exploring new production methods and expanding their product offerings to cater to health-conscious c…
- [Iced Eggnog Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eggnog-latte): Torani's Iced Coffee Blend Features Holiday-Flavored Syrup (Category: Lifestyle)
  Implication: Coffee shops can offer seasonal menu items to attract customers looking for unique options.
- [Fruitcake-Flavored Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panettone-latte): The Starbucks Panettone Latte Was Inspired by Italian Fruitcake (Category: Lifestyle)
  Implication: Opportunity to create new food and beverage products inspired by traditional regional desserts and dishes to attract adventurous eaters.
- [Eggnog-Inspired Kefir Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifeway-kefir): This Lifeway Kefir Drink Reminds of a Favorite Seasonal Beverage (Category: Lifestyle)
  Implication: The food and beverage industry can leverage the trend of seasonal kefir flavors to create innovative and appealing products for consumers.

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