# Sweet Cactus Smoothies Tropical Smoothie Cafe's New Citrus Cactus Smoothie Taps the Power Cacti By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2018-04-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citrus-cactus-smoothie References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2018/04/26/tropical-smoothie-cafe-blends-new-citrus-cactus-smoothie/) Caciti have become an increasingly popular plant choice among millennials and now [Tropical Smoothie Cafe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropical-smoothie-cafe-drinks) is taping into the popularity of the spiky plants with its new Citrus Cactus Smoothie. Made with real cactus and other fresh citrus fruits, the drink is a [refreshing summer sipper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revitalizing-smoothies). Tropical Smoothie Cafe's new Citrus Cactus Smoothie is a limited-time offering made from a blend of fresh cactus, orange, apple slices, mango pieces, pineapple, and a hint of freshly-squeezed lime juice. Cactus is a nutritious addition to the smoothie as it is rich in antioxidants such as vitamin A, potassium, and magnesium. Cactus is also high in electrolytes, which help to maintain hydration. With many young consumers searching for the next superfood, this [cactus smoothie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cactus-crunch-tortilla-chips) is sure to be a hit among the nutrient-conscious crowd. Image Credit: *Tropical Smoothie Cafe.* ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 99% | 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) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Plant-based:** Opportunity for creating more plant-based smoothie options using innovative ingredients like cactus. - **Functional Beverages:** Chance to tap into the growing demand for functional beverages that offer nutritional benefits. - **Limited-time Offerings:** Creating a sense of urgency and exclusivity with limited-time smoothie flavors can drive customer excitement and increase sales. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Innovations in the smoothie industry, specifically in plant-based and functional beverages, are poised to attract health-conscious consumers. - **Agriculture:** Opportunity to grow and harvest cactus specifically for use in the food and beverage industry. - **Hospitality:** Restaurants and cafes can captivate customers by offering unique and seasonal limited-time smoothie flavors that create buzz and promote repeat business. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Exotic Summertime Smoothie Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropical-smoothie-cafe-drinks.md) - [Summer-Themed Hydrating Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summerthemed-hydrating-smoothies.md) - [Tart Cucumber Avocado Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cucumber-avocado-smoothie.md) - [Shimmering Lavender Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lavender-shimmer-smoothie.md) - [Piquant Sugar-Free Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mangonada-smoothie.md) - [Watermelon-Infused Cactus Water](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caliwater.md) - [Tropical Wintertime Smoothie Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropic-bowl-menu.md) - [Energy-Boosting Tropical Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/island-surge-energy-smoothie.md) - [Delicious Protein-Packed Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highprotein-smoothie.md)