# Creamy Cold Espresso Drinks The Dare Espresso is Made with Robusta and Arabica Coffee By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-08-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cold-espresso-drink References: [dareicedcoffee.au](http://www.dareicedcoffee.com.au) Despite coffee culture being so popular there are still a number of consumers who aren't quite ready for the bold taste of darkly brewed beverages, so the Dare Espresso is a cold espresso drink with a more balanced flavor. The Dare Espresso drink is made from Robusta and Arabica coffee powder along with [fresh milk and sugar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-canned-lattes) to create a beverage that is uplifting yet suitable for those who might not be able to stomach straight coffee. Each bottle contains 80mg of caffeine, which makes it an uplifting option that will help keep you going through your day without feeling fatigue. The Dare Espresso cold espresso drink also has 17 grams of [protein per bottle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-cold-brew-latte), which could help you resist snacking when you're trying to curb unnecessary intake. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Balanced Espresso Drinks:** The rise of balanced espresso drinks for consumers who aren't ready for the bold taste of darkly brewed beverages can lead to new opportunities for flavor experimentation. - **High-protein Beverage Options:** The inclusion of protein in traditional beverage options, such as espresso drinks, can offer potential for innovation in the fitness and health industry. - **Cold Brew Coffee Alternatives:** Cold espresso drinks, with less of a bold taste, offer an opportunity for consumers who may not enjoy the taste of cold brew coffee to still try a trendy, cold coffee beverage. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Beverage Industry:** Manufacturers in the beverage industry can capitalize on the trend of balanced espresso drinks to create new and innovative coffee product options. - **Fitness Industry:** The high-protein content in the Dare Espresso drink could appeal to the fitness industry as a healthier, energizing beverage option. - **Health and Wellness Industry:** The cold espresso drink with added protein could appeal to those looking for a convenient yet healthy snack alternative in the health and wellness industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Concentrated Cold Coffee Espressos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nescaf-espresso-concentrate.md) - [Protein-Rich Iced Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quest-iced-coffee.md) - [Branded Bottled Iced Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/readytodrink-iced-coffees.md) - [Canned Espresso Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-white-canned.md) - [Ready-to-Mix Espresso Concentrates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espresso-concentrates.md) - [Ready-to-Drink Cold Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coldpresso-latte-line.md) - [Premium Espresso Martini Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cafe-solo-espresso-martini.md) - [Ready-to-Drink Protein Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wandering-bear-cold-brew-lattes.md) - [Ready-to-Drink Espresso Martinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/readytodrink-espresso-martini.md)