Gentle Diagnostics
Novel
Dispensing
Restaurants are offering more than just beer on tap.
What's Happening
What is the Novel Dispensing trend?
Novel Dispensing: Showing that consumers are open to reinterpretations of typically high-end products like wine, more and more brands in the restaurant industry are offering both spirits and wine on tap. A more casual approach, this signifies a shift when it comes to how consumers understand premium products, and indicates that those interested in this market are willing to see luxury goods get a less flashy makeover.
Trend themes
Themes within the Novel Dispensing trend
Three behaviours holding the trend togetherBeverage Dispensers
Dispensing devices for wine, liquor and other beverages are gaining more popularity among restaurants and consumers.
Automated Serving Machines
Self-service machines and automated wine bars are growing in number as businesses aim to cut costs and reduce wait times for customers.
Space-Saving Drink Accessories
Drink dispensers that are compact, innovative and easy to install are becoming popular among consumers who want to maximize their home bar space.
Industry implications
What the Novel Dispensing trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookHospitality
Restaurants, bars, and hotels can leverage innovative drink dispensing technologies and self-serving machines to reduce operating costs and provide better customer experience.
Home Goods
Companies can create cost-effective and space-saving drink dispensing accessories for home bars and kitchens to meet the growing demand of consumers.
Beverage Manufacturing
Manufacturers can explore opportunities to create server-less dispensing systems for their products to improve cost efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
Trend signals
Trend signals for Novel Dispensing
Trend score 3.7 out of 10, from popularity 51%, activity 53%, freshness 8%.
- Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Evidence
Examples of the Novel Dispensing trend
6 featured examples from Mar 31, 2013 to Sep 22, 2014Self-Serve Wine Bars
This Machine at Park 112 Automatically Serves Wine to Patrons
Automated beverage dispensers can be utilized in the hospitality industry to provide guests with a more efficient and personalized experience.
Mountable Booze Dispensers
This Wall Mounted Liquor Dispenser was Made by Kegworks
Chance to develop clutter-free and convenient liquor dispensers for consumers who enjoy mixing their own drinks at home.
Tiny Barrel Taps
This Whiskey Barrel Tap is a Fun Drinking Accessory
The home goods industry can capitalize on the trend of space-saving drink dispensers by creating innovative and functional products that cater to smaller living spaces.
Sleek Massive Wine Dispensers
Versay Aims to Change Wine Culture with Wine on Tap
The wine and restaurant industry, especially those focusing on sustainable dining.
Gas Pump Liquor Dispensers
Your Guests Will Never Go on Empty with These High Octane Servers
Hospitality establishments can incorporate the fun and unique gas pump liquor dispensers to enhance guests' experiences, especially in themed restaurants and bars.
Self-Dispensing Liquors
The Jagermeister Shotmeister Dispenses Ice Cold Shots of Jager
The alcohol industry could benefit from the rise of in-home dispensing systems, creating opportunities to introduce new products or packaging that cater to personal and social dri…