# Tropical Algae-Infused Teas The 'Deep Blue Spirulina' by David's Tea Boasts a Brilliant Hue By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-04-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deep-blue-spirulina References: [davidstea](https://www.davidstea.com/ca_en/new/deep-blue-spirulina/10693DT01VAR0060496.html?cgid=new) & [blog.davidstea](http://blog.davidstea.com/en/stay-cool-deep-blue-spirulina-iced-tea-recipe/) As part of The Splash Collection, David's Tea unveiled 'Deep Blue Spirulina' as a unique new kind of tea for consumers to enjoy in the hot weather. At its base, the blend is a white tea that is layered with the [tropical aromas and flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropical-paradise-flavours-of-summer) of ingredients like pineapple, mango, coconut, melon and moringa. Alongside the mineral-rich blue-green algae [spirulina](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icelandic-ultra-spirulina), which is known for its deep hue, the tea blend also includes butterfly pea flowers, which also contribute a distinctive blue hue to the brewed beverage. Knowing that many consumers will want to enjoy its new Deep Blue Spirulina in a refreshing format in the heat of the summer months, David's Tea recently shared a recipe for [Deep Blue Spirulina iced tea](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halfday-tropical-tea) on its blog. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Algae-infused Beverages:** Opportunity to explore the potential of algae as a healthful addition to beverages and create innovative blends like deep blue spirulina tea. - **Tropical Flavors in Beverages:** Utilizing the flavors of tropical fruits like pineapple, mango, coconut, and melon in beverage blends for a fresh and unique taste. - **Colorful Tea Blends:** Creating visually striking tea blends using natural ingredients like butterfly pea flowers and spirulina for hues ranging from blue to green. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Beverage Industry:** Innovating and creating unique beverages like algae-infused tea blends with tropical flavors to cater to health-conscious consumers and stand out in a competitive industry. - **Wellness Industry:** Exploring the potential health benefits of algae and developing new wellness products like algae-infused beverages that appeal to health-conscious consumers. - **Food and Drink Industry:** Incorporating visually striking and unique flavor combinations like deep blue spirulina tea and tropical fruit blends to appeal to adventurous consumers looking for innovative food and drink experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Blue Spirulina-Based Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-spirulina-drink.md) - [Summer-Ready Refreshng Tea Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refreshing-tea-blend.md) - [Refreshing Iced Teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iced-tea-blends.md) - [Moody Blue-Hued Tea Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bigelow-butterfly-pea-flower.md) - [Collagen-Infused Tea Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oceans-glow.md) - [Aromatic Iced Tea Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tahiti-delight.md) - [Naturally Blue Bubbly Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fulwater.md) - [Algae-Tinted Blue Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-beers.md) - [Branded Effervescent Tea Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cold-brew-sparkling-iced-teas.md)