# $10,000 Engagement Martinis The Algonquin Hotel Proposal Martini Will Be a Drink They Never Forget By Robyn Currie | Published 2010-01-25 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/algonquin-hotel-proposal References: [luxist](http://www.luxist.com/2010/01/24/the-10-000-proposal-martini/) & [algonquinhotel](http://www.algonquinhotel.com) I guessing that when you want to propose marriage to someone, you have to find a special and romantic way to do it. What better way to say ‘I love you’ than by spending a lot of money on the Algonquin Hotel proposal martini? This bad boy comes with its own custom [engagement ring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carrot-gold-engagement-ring) (inside a delicious martini, of course), delivered to your sweetheart on a silver platter by a waiter wearing white gloves. The Algonquin Hotel proposal requires at least 72 hours notice, so that you can work with the jeweler to ensure the ring it just right. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Ultra Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/ultraluxury) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Luxury Proposal Experiences:** Create unforgettable moments with high-end experiences tailored for marriage proposals. - **Customized Culinary Presentations:** Delight customers with personalized food and drink presentations that add a unique touch. - **Experiential Gifting:** Offer immersive and memorable gifts that go beyond traditional material objects. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hospitality:** Hotels and resorts can tap into the demand for luxury proposal experiences to attract high-end clientele. - **Fine Dining:** Restaurants and bars can leverage customized culinary presentations to enhance special occasions and create buzz. - **Jewelry:** Jewelers can collaborate with venues to offer curated proposals with custom engagement rings as part of the experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cocktail Flavor-Inspired Engagement Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nontraditional-engagement-ring.md) - [Onion Ring Proposals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onion-ring-proposal.md) - [Engagement Ring Claw Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/engagement-moment.md) - [Tableside Martini Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martini-station.md) - [Luxe Shareable Martinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cygnet-77-martini-duet.md) - [Yacht Proposal Packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sail-away-with-me.md) - [Low-Cost Distillery Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/distillery-wedding.md) - [Personalized Martini Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martini-fitting-service.md) - [$290 Leap Year Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/290-leap-year-weddings.md)