# Refreshing Summer-Ready Beverage Expansions Dutch Bros Coffee Debuts Myst Energy Refresher By Kalin Ned | Published 2026-05-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/energy-refresher References: [dutchbros](https://www.dutchbros.com/news-events/new-myst-energy-refresher)  [Dutch Bros Coffee](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dutch-bros-coffee) has introduced the Myst Energy Refresher, a new beverage category for summer 2026. The announcement comes in conjunction with the return of two seasonal favorites — Dulce de Leche and Strawberry Colada. Dutch Bros Coffee's Myst Energy Refresher distinguishes itself from typical [energy drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/energy-refreshers) by deriving its stimulant effect from [plant-based sources](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cafe-energy-hybrids), and it also includes electrolytes and antioxidants. The recipe will appeal to consumers seeking functional hydration beyond just a caffeine boost. Offered in Passion Water, FirestormTM, Tropical, and Cherry Lime flavors, each medium serving contains fewer than 100 calories, and a zero-sugar version allows for over 30 combinations. The returning Dulce de Leche, a combination of caramel, white chocolate, cinnamon, and sweet cream, offers a dessert-like coffee experience that can be enjoyed as a freeze, iced latte, or iced chai. Meanwhile, the Strawberry Colada blends pineapple, coconut, and sweet cream with strawberry fruit topping. Image Credit: Dutch Bros Coffee ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.9/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 74% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Plant-based Energy Hydrators:** Growth of stimulant blends sourced from plants combined with electrolytes and antioxidants opens opportunities for beverages that replace traditional synthetic energy formulations with perceived healthier functional hydration. - **Customizable Low-calorie Beverage Platforms:** Zero-sugar bases and modular flavor options enabling 30-plus combinations create potential for scalable personalization systems that cater to calorie-conscious consumers without sacrificing variety. - **Seasonal Dessert-inspired Coffee Innovations:** Dessert-forward profiles like Dulce de Leche and Strawberry Colada indicate a shift toward indulgent, seasonal limited releases that blur the line between confection and daily coffee routines. ### Where This Applies - **Beverage Retail Chains:** Retail operators can differentiate via seasonal menu engineering and hybrid product categories that attract both functional-drink seekers and indulgence-focused customers. - **Functional Ingredient Suppliers:** Suppliers of plant-based stimulants, electrolytes, and antioxidants are positioned to supply tailored ingredient blends that enable novel energy-hydration formulations. - **Foodservice Equipment and Packaging:** Advancements in portion control dispensers, cold-fill packaging, and sustainable single-serve formats support complex customization at scale while addressing convenience and waste concerns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Branded Cafe Drink Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkin-refreshers-drink-mix.md) - [Caffeine-Free Summertime Cafe Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tim-hortons-refreshers.md) - [Retail Coffee Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dutch-bros-athome-line.md) - [Multi-Sensorial Mochi Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dutch-bros-mochi-berry.md) - [Nostalgic Beverage Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sense-of-nostalgia.md) - [Edgy Holiday Beverage Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dutch-bros-coffee.md) - [Mocktail-Inspired Cafe Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dutch-bros-coffee-menu.md) - [Sweet Breakfast-Inspired Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breakfastinspired-drinks.md) - [Cherry Cake-Inspired Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-forest-mocha.md)