# Scientific Wine Beakers Drinking Becomes Intellectual with the Erlenmeyer Flask Lab Decanter By Gil Cohen | Published 2012-10-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erlenmeyer-flask-lab-decanter References: [thegreenhead](http://www.thegreenhead.com/2012/10/erlenmeyer-flask-lab-wine-decanter.php) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0065G3QRC?tag=trenhunt0f-20) You are able to measure out just the right amount of alcohol when you use the Erlenmeyer Flask Lab Decanter. Shaped exactly like the beakers seen in most scientific labs, this decanter is a cool centerpiece that is perfect for holding your vino. With measurements marked along the side and a wide base that tapers up to a narrow spout, the bottle is sure to spark some intellectual conversation among your group of friends. If you are a lab geek with a passion for all things science related or if you have fond memories of high school chemistry class and want to relive those days, this [fun flask](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jameson-football-flask), with its [rubber stopper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wine-stopper-1) is for you. Experiment with the [beaker-shaped Erlenmeyer Flask Lab Decanter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistry-in-oak) for a scientific night drinking with friends. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 26% | 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Scientific-inspired Decanters:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a line of decanters inspired by scientific equipment, allowing consumers to enjoy a sophisticated yet playful drinking experience. - **Intellectual Conversation Starters:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop unique conversational pieces for social gatherings, such as decanters or drinkware that prompt intellectual discussions. - **Nostalgia for Educational Tools:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Tap into consumers' nostalgia for educational tools by creating products that combine functionality with sentimentality, like the Erlenmeyer Flask Lab Decanter. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate scientific aesthetics into home decor products, opening up new design possibilities and attracting a niche customer base. - **Barware and Drinkware:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Redefine traditional barware and drinkware by incorporating unconventional designs that engage customers and enhance their drinking experience. - **Gift and Specialty Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Cater to the unique interests of consumers by offering niche and specialized products, such as scientific-themed decanters, through gift and specialty retail channels. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Self-Measuring Cocktail Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-craft-hybrid-cocktail-glass.md) - [Libation-Cooling Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diamas.md) - [Dedicated Craft Cocktail Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-cocktail-glass.md) - [Conceptual Craft Beer Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-glass.md) - [Five-Sided Unique Whiskey Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-whiskey-glass.md) - [Sophisticated Drinking Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eau-carafe.md) - [Space-Saving Wine Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-splitglass.md) - [Minimalist Metallic EDC Flasks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corkcicle-cool-flask.md) - [Colorful Elevated Glassware Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-glassware.md)