# 3D Vegan Ice Creams Starbucks and Dream Pops Collaborate to Create 3D Iced Confections By Chayeanne Garvida | Published 2018-07-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3D-Vegan-Ice-Cream References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/7/starbucks-3d-vegan-ice-cream) Los Angeles Starbucks’ has joined forces with start-up company [Dream Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-pops-crunch), offering customers a new summer treat, 3D vegan ice cream. Being the first of its kind to leverage 3D printing technology and merging it with superfood ice cream, these two companies couldn’t be more thrilled to release this innovative iced confection. Perfect for a hot day in the sun, the [dairy-free desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melvados-x-prefer) are made using 3D-printed molds and are packed with superfruits. Bursting with flavor, this healthy alternative comes in a variety of tropical flavors, including Berry Dreams, Mango Rosemart, Coconut Latte, and many more. You can find these [ice lollies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oppo-refreshed) at five Starbucks locations in Los Angeles: La Brea and the 4th, Melrose and Stanley, Third Street Promenade, Wilshire and Santa Monica, and San Vincente and Barrington. They will be sold all summer long until October 5th, 2018. Image Credit: Instagram [@DREAMPOPS](https://www.instagram.com/dreampops/?utm_source=ig_embed) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **3D Printing in Food:** The collaboration between Starbucks and Dream Pops demonstrates the disruptive innovation opportunity in using 3D printing technology to create unique food products like vegan ice cream. - **Superfood Ice Cream:** The introduction of superfruits in the 3D vegan ice cream by Starbucks and Dream Pops showcases the disruptive innovation opportunity in combining healthy ingredients with indulgent desserts. - **Alternative Dairy Products:** The launch of dairy-free 3D vegan ice cream by Starbucks and Dream Pops highlights the disruptive innovation opportunity in catering to the growing demand for alternative dairy products. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** The collaboration between Starbucks and Dream Pops showcases disruptive innovation opportunities in the food and beverage industry, particularly in the creation of unique and healthy dessert options. - **Technology:** The utilization of 3D printing technology by Starbucks and Dream Pops presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the technology industry, specifically in the development of novel applications for food production. - **Health and Wellness:** The introduction of superfruits and dairy-free options in the 3D vegan ice cream by Starbucks and Dream Pops highlights disruptive innovation opportunities in the health and wellness industry, particularly in the creation of nutritious and indulgent treats. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vegan Soft Serve Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oatly-soft-serve.md) - [Dairy-Free Cold Brew Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/so-delicious-x-stok-cold-brew-coffee.md) - [Dessert-Inspired Ice Cream Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairy-ice-cream-bars.md) - [Vegan Coconut Yogurt Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coconut-yogurt-drink.md) - [Boozy Plant-Based Soft Serves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malibu-and-oatly.md) - [Berry Mochi Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-mochi.md) - [Pumpkin Spice Frozen Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-frozen-pop.md) - [Dairy-Free Latte Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melvados-x-prefer.md) - [Bespoke QSR Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-drinks-1.md)