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Craft Chocolate Chip Stouts

This Chocolate Beer Blend Boasts Cocoa and Black Raspberry Notes

— January 25, 2017 — Lifestyle
Artisanal ice cream brand Graeter's recently teamed up with Braxton Brewing to create this tasty chocolate chip stout. The unexpected and chocolate-infused beer is also enhanced with black raspberry notes that give it a rich flavor profile -- synonymous with Graeter's handcrafted frozen treats.

Offsetting the heaviness of traditional stouts, this craft beer's fruit ingredients give it a unique taste that will appeal to those with a sweet tooth. The chocolate chip stout is an amalgamation of two popular ice cream and beer offerings that are both known for their artisanal quality.

Sure to appeal to adventurous Millennials, this craft beer is a novelty product for those unafraid to experiment with new flavors but will also impress stout drinkers seeking to shake up their usual beer routine.
Trend Themes
1. Craft Chocolate Chip Stouts - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Capitalize on the growing trend of unique and experimental beer flavors by creating more craft brews infused with unexpected ingredients.
2. Artisanal Ice Cream-beer Collaborations - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore partnerships between craft breweries and artisanal ice cream brands to create hybrid products that combine the best of both worlds.
3. Fruit-infused Beer - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop fruit-infused beer variations to attract consumers who prefer sweeter tastes and add a unique twist to traditional beer offerings.
Industry Implications
1. Craft Brewing - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with unconventional ingredients and flavor combinations to create craft beers that stand out in a competitive market.
2. Artisanal Ice Cream - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with craft breweries to bring the flavors of artisanal ice cream into the world of frozen treats, creating unique and indulgent creations.
3. Fruit Beverage - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the production of fruit-infused alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to cater to the growing demand for innovative and flavorful drink options.
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