# Hilariously Literal Drink Coasters These Clever Drink Coasters Offer a Round of Drinks On Them By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2013-11-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clever-drink-coasters References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/489020959982881787/Drinks-Are-On-Me-Coasters-by-Karin-Åkesson) These clever [drink coasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-signalfree-party) by Karin Åkesson utter the sweet, four-letter phrase that everyone is dying to hear from their friends, co-workers or significant other: "Drinks Are On Me." Unfortunately, these coasters won't pick up your tab at the bar, but they are a fun way to keep your countertops ring-free. If you enjoy a very literal sense of humor, you'll get a kick out of Åkesson's coaster set, because what could be more literal than a coaster with a drink atop it? Each coaster in the four-set is made from cardboard and states the obvious via ink drawing. A must-have for every [party-loving hostess](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hefty-party-cups), these coasters will hopefully prompt your guests to buy [a round](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzzballz-pool) the next time you head out to the pub. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Literal Humor:** Opportunity for products or services that infuse literal humor into everyday items. - **Interactive Coasters:** Opportunity to create coasters with interactive elements that engage users in unique ways. - **Playful Home Accessories:** Opportunity to develop playful home accessories that add a touch of fun to everyday objects. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in creating unique and playful home decor products. - **Entertainment:** Opportunity to incorporate literal humor and interactivity into entertainment experiences. - **Hospitality:** Opportunity for bars and restaurants to offer playful and engaging coasters as part of their brand experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Barbie-Inspired Coaster Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbieinspired-coaster-set.md) - [Turntable-Inspired Coaster Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needledrop-coaster-set.md) - [Warm-Toned Marble Coasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lusine-coasters.md) - [Playable Beer Coasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/budweiser-campaign.md) - [Astrological Drinkware Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zodiac-constellation-coasters.md) - [Citrus-Inspired Cocktail Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-cocktail-set.md) - [Humorous Holiday Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roast-host-collection.md) - [Smart Tabletop Coasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-tabletop-coaster.md) - [Cork Coaster-Integrated Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polka-coffee-table.md)