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# Split-Mug Sugar Bowls
The Coffee Break Sugar Bowl Divides Sweetners for a Delightful Drink

By Eric Westcott | Published 2014-03-18 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-break-sugar-bowl
References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/544572231112465320/Coffee-Break) & [mnkbusiness](http://www.mnkbusiness.com/coffee-break/)

The 'Coffee Break' sugar bowl allows you to divide up sugars or other beverage sweeteners in a minimalist split mug design. Taking the shape of [two half coffee mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinch-hold), provide the opportunity for you to keep [different sugars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/itsugar-chewsyourmix) out for peoples preferred taste. Designed with each half being offset in height, the 'Coffee Break' sugar bowl prevents the possibility of having your sugars and sweeteners mix.

This sugar bowl is perfect for any [small cozy coffee shop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/singleserve-coffee-bag), as it provides a different mix to the standard sugar packet container. With being two separate items, the 'Coffee Break' sugar bowl is easy to pass across the table. You will be able to keep all your customers happy while they enjoy their coffee break.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.7/10
- Popularity: 74% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Minimalist Design:** A trend in consumer products that focuses on simplicity and clean aesthetics, presenting opportunities for sleek and functional sugar bowl designs.
- **Customization:** Consumers are increasingly seeking personalized experiences, creating opportunities for sugar bowl designs that allow for different sweetener preferences.
- **Convenience:** The demand for convenient and user-friendly products opens up possibilities for innovative sugar bowl designs that enhance the coffee drinking experience.

### Where This Applies

- **Hospitality:** Hotels, restaurants, and cafes can incorporate the 'Coffee Break' sugar bowl to elevate their beverage service and offer a unique touch to customers.
- **Kitchenware:** Companies specializing in kitchenware can explore the creation of innovative sugar bowl designs that align with the minimalist aesthetic and customizable features.
- **Food and Beverage Packaging:** Packaging companies can tap into the trend of convenience by developing user-friendly, split-mug sugar bowl designs that enhance the packaging of sweeteners for coffee and other beverages.

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