# Rooftop Botanical Bars The Leaf Bar & Lounge's Aesthetic and Drinks are Inspired by Nature By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-05-25 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/botanical-bar References: [newyorker](http://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2016/05/30/leaf-bar-lounge-bar-tab) & [leafbarandlounge](http://www.leafbarandlounge.com/drink/) Owned by Helen Lee and Todd Leong, this New York-based botanical bar is inspired by nature. Entitled '[Leaf Bar & Lounge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leaf-house-1),' the botanical bar certainly takes after its name in both its design and its menu items. Self-described as a "[green oasis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-standard-singapore)," the [rooftop bar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tonana) has a large balcony decorated with plenty of trees and wooden accents -- making it clear that this bar is meant to give the customer an unique natural experience despite its urban setting. The drinks offered in this botanical bar are both visually and ingredients-wise inspired by nature -- with options such as a coffee cocktail made with an artichoke liqueur as well as a leaf, some cucumber and agave cocktail. The fresh and natural ingredients used for menu items in this bar coupled with its natural design provide customers with a nature-like escape in a bustling city landscape. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Botanical Aesthetic:** Opportunity to create unique customer experiences by incorporating nature-inspired design elements into businesses. - **Nature-inspired Menu:** Opportunity to create innovative menu items using fresh and natural ingredients that are visually appealing and unique. - **Urban Oasis:** Opportunity to design rooftop spaces that offer customers a nature-like escape in the midst of busy cities. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hospitality:** Opportunity for hotels, bars, and restaurants to incorporate botanical aesthetics and nature-inspired menus to attract eco-conscious customers. - **Event Planning:** Opportunity to create nature-themed events in urban settings, providing attendees with a refreshing and unique experience. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity to design businesses, offices, and public spaces with nature-inspired elements, promoting a sense of tranquility and well-being. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tree-Nestled Bar Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stalk-treehugger.md) - [Farming-Inspired Cocktail Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agriculture-by-little-red-door.md) - [Cozy Floral Bar Decors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floral-bar-decor.md) - [Luscious Dining Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ful-kyoto.md) - [Water-Inspired Cocktail Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-water-of-life-eau-de-vie.md) - [Hospitality Drink Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-west-hollywood-edition.md) - [Immersive Garden Bar Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/americas-first-botanical-garden.md) - [Globally Inspired Cocktail Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wanderlust-menu.md) - [Botanically Brewed Canned Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-proof-cocktails.md)