# High-Immunity Elderberry Smoothies Nékter Juice Bar's Smoothie Shares the Benefits of Elderberry By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-12-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elderberry-smoothie References: [restaurantmagazine](http://www.restaurantmagazine.com/tis-a-very-berry-season-at-nekter-juice-bar-with-new-high-immunity-elderberry-offerings/) & [NekterJuiceBar](http://www.NekterJuiceBar.com) Antioxidant-rich, vitamin-packed elderberry has become a popular ingredient in [immune-boosting products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/witsbb-elderberry-yeast-glucan-drink) for its powerful anti-inflammatory and high-immunity properties and it's the star ingredient in the new Elderberry Smoothie from [Nékter Juice Bar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nekter-juice-bar-gingerbread-smoothie). The Elderberry Smoothie is made with a blend of all-natural ingredients that are packed with benefits, including Nékter’s signature and housemade milk alternative, elderberry powder, plus strawberries, blueberries, acerola and a hint of agave for sweetness. Alongside the Elderberry Smoothie, Nékter Juice Bar is also introducing the [Elderberry Fresh Shot with ginger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-haskap-berry-ginger-juice-shots) and apple. These new beverages are being introduced at a time when people are looking for nourishing ways to support healthy immune system functions, especially moving into cold and flu season. Image Credit: Nékter Juice Bar ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **High-immunity Products:** There is a growing demand for high-immunity products with powerful anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties. - **Elderberry-based Beverages:** Elderberry is becoming a popular ingredient in immune-boosting products, presenting an opportunity for businesses to capitalize on its benefits. - **Natural Ingredients:** Consumers are increasingly seeking out all-natural ingredients known for their health benefits, creating an opportunity for businesses to offer such products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Juice and Smoothie Bars:** Juice and smoothie bars may benefit from incorporating elderberry into their menu, as customers become more health-conscious and focus on immune-boosting ingredients. - **Functional Foods and Beverages:** Functional food and beverage companies can capitalize on the trend towards high-immunity products by incorporating elderberry and other natural ingredients into their formulations. - **Health and Wellness Retail:** Health and wellness retailers can tap into the trend of consumers seeking natural and high-immunity products by offering elderberry-based supplements and other products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Immune-Boosting Orange Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immune-builder-orange.md) - [Mushroom-Infused Elderberry Syrups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/host-defense-mushrooms-elderberry-plus-syrup.md) - [Detox Immune Supporting Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immune-supporting-smoothies.md) - [Concentrated Elderberry Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elderosa-elderberry-gummies.md) - [Festive Gingerbread Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nekter-juice-bar-gingerbread-smoothie.md) - [Sour Superfood Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-time-smoothies.md) - [Immune-Boosting Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-bolthouse-farms-immunity-suite.md) - [Immunity Supporting Elderberry Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elderberry-gummies.md) - [Probiotic-Rich Immunity Supplement Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodbelly-immune-support.md)