# Cherry Blossom Liqueurs Freeland Spirits' Limited Time Liqueur Features Locally Harvested Blossoms By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2023-05-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cherry-blossom-liqueur References: [bevnet](https://www.bevnet.com/spirits/2023/spirits-gallery-new-releases-from-bacardi-freeland-spirits-sugarlands-distilling-and-more) & [freelandspirits](https://freelandspirits.com/products/cherry-blossom-liqueur)  Portland, Oregon-based [Freeland Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barleywine) harvested local cherry blossoms to create its newest limited-time offer, Cherry Blossom Liqueur. Specifically, the blooms were sourced from the Portland Japanese [Garden](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gin-lane-1751-violet-gin) and this product shares a light, floral and citrus flavor. This springtime spirit is said to have a flavor profile that's reminiscent of licorice root and cinnamon bark with almond undertones. When it comes to appreciating the unique flavors of this spirit, the brand recommends using it as a creative cocktail ingredient or integrating it into a gin martini for a refreshing new take on a timeless drink. In beverages, [cherry blossom flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifeway-kefir-sakura-cherry-blossom) share a taste of the delicate and ephemeral beauty of cherry blossoms and satisfy consumer desire for unique and captivating taste experiences. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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's Driving This Trend - **Cherry Blossom Flavored Beverages:** Consumers' desire for unique and captivating taste experiences creates an opportunity for beverage companies to innovate with cherry blossom flavors. - **Limited-time, Locally Sourced Spirits:** Limited time offers and locally sourced ingredients create an opportunity for spirit companies to differentiate themselves in the market and appeal to local consumers. - **Floral and Citrus Flavor Combinations:** Combining floral and citrus flavor profiles opens up opportunities for exciting and refreshing beverage creations. ### Who This Affects Most - **Beverage Industry:** The beverage industry can capitalize on the trend of unique and captivating flavor experiences by introducing cherry blossom flavored products. - **Craft Spirit Industry:** Craft spirit companies can innovate with local and seasonal ingredients to create limited-time offers, like Freeland Spirits' Cherry Blossom Liqueur. - **Hospitality Industry:** The hospitality industry can incorporate unique and locally sourced spirits, like Freeland Spirits' Cherry Blossom Liqueur, into creative cocktail menus to attract discerning customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sparkling Cherry Blossom Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cherry-blossom-lacroix.md) - [Cherry Blossom Season Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sakura-to-tenku-no-matcha-wa-chocolat-drink.md) - [Floral Japanese Gins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roku-sakura-bloom-edition.md) - [Cherry Blossom Shochus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hana-label.md) - [Pink Cherry Blossom Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolixer-cherry-blossom-full-bloom.md) - [Sakura-Finished Japanese Whiskys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milestone-beverages.md) - [Flavorful Concentrated Beverage Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-margaritas.md) - [Sakura Dessert Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sakura-treat.md) - [Chocolatey Cherry Blossom Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/godiva-chocolixir-drinks.md)