# Refreshing Blended Fruit Ciders The Angry Orchard Pear Cider Contains a Blend of Apples and Pears By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-10-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/angry-orchard-pear References: [preparedfoods](https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/120480-angry-orchard-pear) As Millennials shift away from mainstream libations like beer, brands are responding with new products like the Angry Orchard Pear cider that are a distinctly different kind of beverage to try out. The cider is crafted in the United States from a premium blend of culinary pears and apples to create a hard cider that is refreshing, somewhat fruity and perfectly sweet. This makes it a perfect alternative to beers and cocktails, while also offering cider fans a different option to pick up over [traditional apple varieties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kopparberg-crisp-apple). The Angry Orchard Pear cider has a complex flavor that can be enjoyed with food or on its own, which makes it a great alternative to beer but also higher end libations such as wine. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Shifting Millennial Beverage Preferences:** Opportunity to create unique and refreshing beverages that cater to Millennials' preference for non-mainstream options. - **Crafting Blends for Unique Flavors:** Opportunity to experiment with blending different fruits to create innovative and flavorful beverages. - **Alternative to Mainstream Apple Ciders:** Opportunity to offer consumers an alternative to traditional apple ciders by introducing unique fruit blends. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Craft Beverage Industry:** Craft beverage producers can capitalize on the shift in Millennial preferences by creating unique and refreshing fruit ciders. - **Food and Beverage Industry:** Restaurants and bars can offer the Angry Orchard Pear cider as an alternative to beer, appealing to customers looking for something different. - **Alcoholic Beverage Industry:** Alcoholic beverage manufacturers can explore fruit cider blends as a way to diversify their product offerings and attract a wider consumer base. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spice-Infused Apple Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worlds-angriest-cider.md) - [Lighter Hard Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crisp-imperial-hard-cider.md) - [Cocktail-Inspired Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pear-lychee-cider.md) - [Variety Cider Beverage Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yard-party-pack-variety-pack.md) - [Cocktail-Inspired Hard Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-fashioned-cocktail-hard-cider.md) - [Summer-Forward Hard Cider Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-party-pack.md) - [Low-Alcohol Summertime Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cornish-orchards-peach-apple.md) - [Orchard Fruit Cocktail Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orchard-apple-pear.md) - [Blueberry Rosé Hard Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blueberry-ros-hard-cider.md)