# Craft Cider Tasting Mugs The 33 Books Co. Original Cider-Tasting Mug is Made from Real Stone By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-11-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cidertasting-mug References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/original-cider-tasting-mug/) & [amzn.to](http://amzn.to/2yLuThZ) The 33 Books Co. Original Cider-Tasting Mug comes as a response to the increased interest in [craft libations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-alcoholic-beverages) that is seeing many consumers seek out refined methods of enjoying them. The mug is crafted from [real stone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oceanus-brass-tankard) and features stamp on the bottom interior that acts as the nucleation site to encourage carbonation to be released as you consume. This ensures that each sip is better than the last and that you don't have to feel as though you might be missing some of the tasting notes due to the glass variety. The 33 Books Co. Original Cider-Tasting Mug acknowledges growing consumer interest in [artisanal libations including ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alcoholfree-cider) and beers, which is seeing many shift from mainstream options. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 42% | 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Craft Drinkware:** The trend of using original and refined drinkware for enjoying artisanal beverages provides an opportunity for the creation of unique and innovative designs. - **Carbonation Enhancement:** The trend of creating specialized drinkware to enhance carbonation in craft beverages creates an opportunity for the development of new materials and techniques to further improve the drinking experience. - **Nucleation Innovation:** The trend of incorporating nucleation sites in drinkware to enhance carbonation creates an opportunity for the creation of new, innovative designs that improve drinking enjoyment. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Drinkware Manufacturing:** The trend of using original and refined drinkware for enjoying artisanal beverages creates an opportunity for drinkware manufacturers to tap into the growing demand for unique and innovative designs. - **Craft Beverage Production:** The trend of creating specialized drinkware to enhance carbonation in craft beverages creates an opportunity for craft beverage producers to offer unique and enhanced drinking experiences to their customers. - **Material Science:** The trend of incorporating nucleation sites in drinkware to enhance carbonation creates an opportunity for material science innovations to create new, effective materials that promote carbonation and enhance the drinking experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Designer Glass Coffee Carriers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ember-cold-tumbler.md) - [Dedicated Craft Cocktail Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-cocktail-glass.md) - [Beverage Gear Product Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fellows-rocky-ruby-tumblers.md) - [Festive Tree-Inspired Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-tree-mugs.md) - [Grape-Infused Carbonated Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbonated-cider.md) - [Curvaceously Ergonomic Tumblers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porcelain-tumbler.md) - [DIY Hard Cider Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hard-cider-brewing-kit.md) - [Travel-Ready Cocktail Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-camp-tumbler-set.md) - [Ultra-Heavy Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oceanus-brass-tankard.md)