# Cider-Paired Ice Creams McConnell’s Fine Ice Cream & Martinelli’s Created a Fall Ice Cream Flavor By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2022-10-31 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-ice-cream-flavor References: [nosh](https://www.nosh.com/news/2022/notable-new-products-matcha-nut-butter-salmon-bacon) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/mcconnellsicecreams/?hl=en)  McConnell’s Fine Ice Cream teamed up with beverage brand [Martinelli’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-cider-cranberry-jam-ice-cream) to create a [seasonal fall ice cream flavor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ozark-harvest-crunch-ice-cream) that's made to perfectly pair with Martinelli’s cider with an in-house-made cranberry jam. The Apple Cider & Cranberry Jam flavor is a holiday offering that's full of autumnal flavors that mirror the favorite beverage that inspired its conception. This festive treat speaks to ice cream lovers who are looking for a special way to celebrate the season, especially adults who are looking for a creative dessert and drink pairing. This exploration of flavor promises to be the perfect gift for foodies who are looking for a new experience of comforting fall flavors in a fresh new format. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 13% - 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) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Seasonal Flavor Pairing:** Creating unique flavor combinations that align with the changing seasons to appeal to consumers' desire for novel taste experiences. - **Collaborations:** Partnerships between food and beverage brands to create new products or enhance existing ones with complementary flavor profiles. - **Alcohol-infused Desserts:** Incorporating alcoholic beverages into dessert offerings to provide a unique and elevated culinary experience. ### Where This Applies - **Ice Cream Manufacturing:** Innovative ice cream brands can explore seasonal partnerships with beverage brands to create unique flavor combinations. - **Beverage:** Beverage brands can explore partnerships with food brands to create new products that incorporate their beverages in a unique and complementary way. - **Restaurant/café:** Restaurants and cafes can offer alcohol-infused desserts to provide a unique and elevated dining experience for customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tart Autumnal Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-cider-cranberry-jam-ice-cream.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Ice Cream Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thanksgiving-ice-cream-flavor.md) - [Spiced Apple Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-apple-series.md) - [Apple Ice Cream Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cream-series.md) - [Cider Donut Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-cider-donut-ice-cream.md) - [Autumnal Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-harvest-festival-series.md) - [Summer-Inspired Fall Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramel-apple-pie-ice-cream.md) - [Chocolatier-Approved Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcconnells-fine-ice-creams-sees-candies.md) - [Candy-Studded Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcconnells-x-sees.md)