# Colored Pop Culture Coffee Art Nowtoo Sugi's Colored Latte Art Brings Java to Life By Michael Hines | Published 2013-05-20 | Updated 2013-05-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colored-latte-art References: [thatsnerdalicious](http://www.thatsnerdalicious.com/caffeine/nowtoo-sugis-incredible-color-coffee-art/) & [kotaku](http://kotaku.com/nerdy-cafe-latte-art-is-more-amazing-in-color-508109758?utm_source=feedly) Japanese coffee artist Nowtoo Sugi (also known as Kazuki Yamamoto), has taken colored latte art to a whole new level. The caffeinated creative has recently been making all sorts of pieces of latte art inspired by [pop culture icons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bearista-game). Said icons include anime characters, video game protagonists and [grumpy cats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-cat-frappuccino). Sugi is able to make his colored latte art by using colored bartender syrup. His syrups add extra personality to coffee art that is already full of it. Using the syrups, Sugi is able to add an insane amount of detail to his drinkable art; the shading on the hair of his portrait of Cloud and Grumpy Cat are truly amazing. You can check out Sugi doing work in the video. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Colored Latte Art:** Colored latte art offers a creative and visually appealing way to enhance the coffee drinking experience. - **Pop Culture Influence:** Incorporating pop culture icons into coffee art creates a unique and engaging experience for customers. - **Innovative Syrups:** The use of colored bartender syrup in latte art opens up new possibilities for stunning and intricate designs. ### Where This Applies - **Coffee Shops:** Coffee shops can attract customers by offering colored latte art that showcases pop culture icons. - **Beverage Industry:** Beverage companies can explore innovative flavored syrups to enhance the visual appeal of their products. - **Art and Entertainment:** Art galleries and cultural events can feature colored latte art as a form of contemporary art and entertainment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Blooming Color-Changing Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haruzora-milk-coffee-frappuccino.md) - [Pop-Up Art Gallery Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saatchi-flowers-signature-cappuccino.md) - [Playful Coffee Merch Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-x-mofusand.md) - [Co-Branded Character Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-bean-tea-leaf-x-tokidoki.md) - [Playful Coffee-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andrew-rae.md) - [Sensorial Tea Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pique-moco-bouquet-tea-latte.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Cafe Overhauls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypebeans-1.md) - [Nostalgic Fizzy Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mister-pop.md) - [Purple Yam Iced Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ube-brulee-iced-latte.md)