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Savory Spirits

Savory snacks adopt the flavors of various alcoholic beverages

Implications - Chip brands are trying to stand out by offering their products with unique flavors that replicate different types of alcohol. These products cater to foodie consumers who prioritize experimentation in consumption, while giving still alcohol connoisseurs a sense of familiarity by combining relatively common pairings.
Workshop Question - Conceptualize a hybrid product/service that your brand could offer.
Trend Themes
1. Alcohol-flavored Snacks - Brands are introducing unique chip flavors replicating popular alcoholic beverages, combining new flavor profiles to attract foodie consumers looking for experimentation.
2. Artisanal and Gourmet Popcorn - As artisanal popcorn becomes increasingly popular among foodies, snack makers are moving beyond traditional flavors to create innovative and gourmet popcorn blends, inspired by consumers' favorite beverages.
3. Alcohol-infused Snacks - Brands are releasing snacks infused with popular alcoholic beverages, offering something for a variety of libation lovers and defying expectations of traditional snack flavors.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage Industry - The food and beverage industry can draw inspiration from popular alcoholic beverages to create unique snack flavors that cater to foodie and drink enthusiast consumers alike.
2. Snacks Industry - The snacks industry has the opportunity to create out-of-the-box flavors inspired by consumers’ favorite beverages to add value to an otherwise saturated market.
3. Alcoholic Beverages Industry - The alcoholic beverages industry can leverage, in collaboration with snack makers, the popularity of their drinks to reach new consumers and expand their product offerings.
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Featured Examples

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The Tyrrells Raspberry Bellini Chips are Limited-Edition
The Tyrrells Raspberry Bellini chips have been unveiled by the brand in the UK as a truly unexpected flavor variant that is sure to be a hit amongst consumers seeking a snack that is a departure... MORE
Beer-Infused Popcorn Snacks
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Pub-Corn's Beer Popcorn is Inspired by Handcrafted Brews
Kansas City-based brand Pub-Corn specializes in alcohol-infused snacks like this beer popcorn which draws inspiration from craft brews. In addition to its beer-flavored popcorn, the company also... MORE
Gin-Flavored Popcorn
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This 'Gin n’ Lime Popcorn' Recipe Balances Sweet and Salty Notes of Flavor
Those looking for a convenient party snack that makes use of a unique flavor combination that’s sure to impress their guests are likely to find the ‘Gin n’ Lime Popcorn’ recipe... MORE
Negroni-Flavored Potato Chips
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Lidl's 'Deluxe with Love Negroni' Chips Taste Like the Cocktail
Chip flavors have been getting more and more daring, and UK-based supermarket chain Lidl is keeping up with the push for wild flavors with its new ‘Deluxe with Love Negroni’ flavor.... MORE
Cabernet Peppercorn Biscuits
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Janis & Melanie's Cabernet Wine Biscuits Pair with Salad, Soup & More
At the 2018 Sweets & Snacks Expo, Janis & Melanie’s Cabernet Wine Biscuits were introduced as a flavorful accompaniment for everything from soups and salads to fruit. The Cabernet... MORE
Boozy Haggis Chips
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Mackie's Crisps Offers a Flavorful Ridge-Cut 'Whiskey & Haggis' Variation
Mackie’s Crisps, an award-winning family owned business that’s based out of Scotland, recently unveiled a new flavor variation that’s likely to appeal to consumers who are in... MORE
Cocktail-Flavored Kettle Chips
Cocktail-Flavored Kettle Chips
Kettle Brand Created a Classic Caesar Chip Flavor for Canadians
It is no secret that Canadians love Caesars and this past summer Kettle Brands helped them enjoy the popular cocktail in the form of a salty snack with its new Classic Caesar chip flavor. Released... MORE

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