# Meaty Cocktail Straws This Decadent Bloody Mary is Topped With a Pepperette Drinking Straw By M | Published 2015-08-31 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocktail-straw References: [thekitchn](http://www.thekitchn.com/you-can-now-drink-your-bloody-mary-through-a-meat-straw-223350) & [npr.org](http://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2015/08/26/434958065/the-bloody-mary-meat-straw-an-all-american-story) Often Bloody Mary and Caesar cocktails are garnished with all sorts of pickled foods from olives to beans, but have you ever been served a drink with a cocktail straw that you could eat? This meat straw by [Benny's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/productivity-boosting-beverage) Original Meat Straws is the ideal companion to any [Bloody Mary beverage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yellow-tomato-bloody-mary-mix) and it conveniently helps to cut down on waste production. These meat straws are ideal for hearty cocktails like Bloody Marys and Caesars because the [cured jerky meat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/singing-pastures) complements the rich and salty flavors well. The straws are similar to a pepperette in shape and size -- except the middle is hollowed out making these meaty treats ideal for sipping on. Since the meat is cured it is tough in texture holding up well to liquids. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 5% | 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) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Edible Straws:** Innovative food businesses can create a variety of edible straws as eco-friendly alternatives to plastic straws. - **Meat-based Cocktails:** Bars and restaurants can offer specialty cocktails with meat-based garnishes to attract meat lovers and add a unique twist to classic drinks. - **Sustainable Packaging:** Companies can explore sustainable packaging options for their food and beverage products to reduce waste and appeal to eco-conscious consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Food and beverage companies can experiment with adding meat-based garnishes and developing edible straws to appeal to consumers looking for unique and eco-friendly products. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and resorts can incorporate meat-based cocktail garnishes and edible straws in their bar offerings to offer a unique and memorable guest experience. - **Sustainability:** Sustainability-focused businesses can work with food and beverage companies to create eco-friendly packaging options for food and drink products to reduce waste and support sustainable initiatives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-Protein Cocktail Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-day-cocktails.md) - [Savory Bloody Mary Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-links-bloody-mary-mixes.md) - [Shareable Bloody Mary Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloody-mary-in-a-can.md) - [Pizza Bagel Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloody-mary-with-a-twist.md) - [Carrot-Based Cocktail Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bunny-mary.md) - [Branded Hot Dog-Inspired Straws](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-dog-straw.md) - [Bottled Bloody Marys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laiba.md) - [Reusable Drink-Stirring Straws](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskee-straw.md) - [Cocktail-Flavored Meat Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-fashioned-meat-stick.md)