# Beer Foam Message Printers The 'Beer Ripples' Machine Prints Personalized Messages on Pints By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-03-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beer-ripples References: [coolmaterial](http://coolmaterial.com/tech/beer-ripples-froth-printer/) & [beer.drinkripples](http://beer.drinkripples.com/#anchor) The 'Beer Ripples' is a new appliance that will enable beer enthusiasts and bars to print personalized messages onto pints to bring a touch of customization to be enjoyed by drinkers. The printer-like unit works by incorporating a simple touchscreen interface that lets users choose between a number of different messages and images. The device achieves this by utilizing a malt-based ink that is imprinted onto the foam on your libation that can help to add a humorous or charming experience to the drink. The 'Beer Ripples' appliance retails for $3,000 along with an annual subscription fee and could help to thoroughly improve the experience for patrons at watering holes where the owners are looking for a way to incorporate a personalized touch to orders. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 100% | 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 - **Personalized Drink Experiences:** The 'Beer Ripples' machine reflects the trend of personalized experiences by allowing users to print personalized messages on their pints. - **Customization in Hospitality:** The 'Beer Ripples' machine taps into the trend of customization in the hospitality industry by offering a unique way to personalize drinks. - **Innovative Food and Drink Printing:** The 'Beer Ripples' machine represents the trend of innovative printing technology being applied to the food and drink industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Hospitality:** Hospitality businesses can utilize the 'Beer Ripples' machine to enhance the customer experience and differentiate themselves from competitors. - **Food and Beverage:** The 'Beer Ripples' machine presents an opportunity for the food and beverage industry to offer personalized and interactive drink options to their customers. - **Printing Technology:** The 'Beer Ripples' machine brings innovative printing technology to the market, which can be explored by companies in the printing industry looking to expand their services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Molecular Beer Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/molecular-beer-printer.md) - [Motion Liquid Art Distortions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lidris.md) - [Ultrasonic At-Home Beer Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guinness-microdraught-20.md) - [At-Home Beer Keg Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athome-beer-keg-machine.md) - [Branded Countertop Beer Taps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guinness-microdraught.md) - [AI-Powered Beverage Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pubinno-1.md) - [Smart Beer Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-beer-maker.md) - [Molecular Beverage Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/molecular-beverage-printer.md) - [Self-Service Beer Taprooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beer-taproom.md)