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# Protein-Rich Cold Brews
brüst Combines Grass-Fed Protein & Cold Brew Coffee for a Refreshing Taste

By Riley von Niessen | Published 2019-05-17 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brust
References: [brustbeverages](https://www.brustbeverages.com/) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/brustbevco/?hl=en)

brüst is a energizing, nutritional, and delicious alternative to [typical protein shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clear-protein-by-arrae), which are often full of complex ingredients, are calorie-dense, and have an unpleasant chalky aftertaste. The brand's founders, former athletes Amar Gupta and Josh Barr, were inspired to create their own [recovery drink](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clear-protein-energy) when they couldn't find any options they really loved.

With this in mind, Gupta and Barr worked to combine high-quality ingredients that offer a great taste, all while maintaining as much simplicity as possible. The result is brüst, which is made with grass-fed protein from New Zealand that's 99% lactose-free, easy to digest, and high in BCAAs and omega-3 fatty acids. As the brand only partners with farmers who raise grass-fed cows, consumers don't need to worry about any hormones, antibiotics, or steroids in their product.

The other key ingredient in brüst is of course [cold brew coffee](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unconform), with the brand sourcing its Arabica beans from Columbia and Brazil, where they are handpicked. The beans are then carefully roasted before they are ground and steeped, giving it a smooth flavor that isn't too acidic. In addition to giving the drinks a delicious flavor, the use of cold brew is said to help in the recovery process too, increasing the metabolic rate and reducing muscle pain after a workout.

brüst is available in packs from the brand's website, and consumers can check out the participating retailers nearest to them using its store locator.

Image Credit: Elaine Fancy

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.4/10
- Popularity: 91% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Protein-rich Cold Brews:** Opportunity for innovating protein shakes by combining cold brew coffee for a refreshing taste.
- **Grass-fed Protein:** Disruptive potential in the protein market by sourcing grass-fed protein from New Zealand for a cleaner and healthier option.
- **Cold Brew Coffee as Recovery Drink:** Potential to create new beverages by leveraging the benefits of cold brew coffee for post-workout recovery.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for businesses to innovate protein-based beverages by incorporating cold brew coffee.
- **Fitness and Nutrition:** Disruptive potential in the fitness industry by introducing grass-fed protein as a healthier option for recovery drinks.
- **Coffee Manufacturing:** Opportunity for coffee companies to expand their product offerings by entering the market of cold brew coffee as a recovery drink.

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