# Nautical Elderflower Cocktails Death to Sour Mix's Diving Bell Recipe Serves up Fresh Taste By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-07-31 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elderflower-cocktail References: [deathtosourmix](http://www.deathtosourmix.com/diving-bell/) & [deathtosourmix](http://www.deathtosourmix.com/the-blog) Entitled the Diving Bell, this elderflower cocktail recipe from the Death to Sour Mix blog serves up freshness this summer season. The summer-ready cocktail is fruit-infused and is inspired by a nautical theme. The Diving Bell is made by mixing a 1 3/4 oz of [Caorunn gin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nolets-silver-gin), a 1/2 oz of St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur and 1/2 oz of Dolin Blanc Vermouth. Once combined together, this concoction is mixed with 3/4 oz of Owl's Brew Pink and Black along with 1/2 oz of Death to Sour Mix. The result is a nautical elderflower cocktail that is sure to impress members of your yacht club or those attending an [elegant poolside affair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-cocktail-culture). Garnish the cocktail with orange peels and expect second glass requests from guests. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Fruit-infused Cocktails:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new fruit-infused cocktail recipes that offer unique flavors and appeal to consumers seeking fresh and innovative drink options. - **Nautical-themed Drinks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create nautical-themed drink menus or beverage lines that cater to the growing demand for unique and themed drinking experiences. - **Elderflower Liqueur:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of elderflower liqueur in various cocktail recipes to capitalize on the rising popularity of this floral and aromatic ingredient. ### Where This Applies - **Alcoholic Beverages:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce new alcoholic beverage brands or products that align with current consumer trends and preferences, such as fruit-infused cocktails and nautical-themed drinks. - **Hospitality and Events:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer nautical-themed event planning and catering services that include signature cocktails featuring elderflower liqueur, providing a unique and memorable experience for guests. - **Food and Beverage Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop and produce a line of ready-to-drink elderflower cocktails that can be distributed to retailers and bars, capitalizing on the growing demand for convenient, pre-mixed cocktails. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaboration Elderflower Liqueurs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edwards-1902-x-bottlegreen-elderflower-liqueur.md) - [Botanically Boosted Juniper Sours](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juniper-sour.md) - [Branded Cocktail Connoisseur Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-cocktail-1.md) - [Festive Rose Gin Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rose-gin-cocktails.md) - [Sparkling Elderflower Lemonades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elderflower-lemonade.md) - [Peach-Infused Cognac Liqueurs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belle-de-brillet.md) - [Magenta-Hued Canned Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magentahued-canned-cocktails.md) - [Aromatic Elderflower Gins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/6-oclock-elderflower-gin.md) - [Elderflower Tonic Waters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elderflower-tonic.md)