# Cocktail-Inspired Cheeses Aldi's Flavored Cheeses Feature End-of-Summer Flavors By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2021-10-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flavored-cheeses References: [foodtribe](https://foodtribe.com/p/aldi-launches-a-range-of-cocktail-bQpDVjYKR6G_u7kmGpTiyA?iid=ReszEFs4SbSkK93nCzr57A) & [berryondairy](https://www.berryondairy.com/cheese.html/)  Under its private-label brand [Emporium Selection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baked-lemon-ricotta), [Aldi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happy-farms) introduced a trio of cocktail-inspired flavored cheeses to wrap up the end of summer. The six-ounce chunks of cheese can be found in novel varieties, each of which is blended with Wensleydale to create a different taste experience. There's the Espresso Martini variety, which blends cheese with chocolate-coated coffee beans and natural espresso martini flavoring, Peach Bellini with pieces of diced pieces, fruit jam, prosecco wine and natural peach Bellini flavoring. Rounding out the trio of flavored cheeses, the Pina Colada is yet another Wensleydale cheese blend that pairs with diced pineapple, diced peaches and natural pina colada flavoring. These unique cheeses promise to elevate entertaining spreads with their unconventional flavors and textures. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Cocktail-inspired Cheeses:** Novelty products, such as Aldi's cocktail-inspired flavored cheeses, are providing consumers with unique taste experiences. - **End-of-summer Flavors:** Seasonal flavors are gaining momentum in food products and providing opportunities for businesses to create limited-time offerings. - **Private-label Brands:** Private-label brands, like Aldi's Emporium Selection, are becoming more popular as consumers seek affordable and unique products. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the increasing demand for creative and unique flavor combinations. - **Retail:** Retailers can benefit from the trend towards private-label brands by creating their own unique products and offerings. - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can incorporate cocktail-inspired cheeses into their menus to offer customers unique and memorable dining experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Store-Branded Flavored Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happy-farms.md) - [Sweetly Flavored Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specially-selected-speciality-cheese.md) - [Flavorfully Infused Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldi-specially-selected.md) - [Espresso-Lavender Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butfirst-coffee-cheese.md) - [Cheddar-Topped Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheddar-espresso-martini.md) - [Flavor-Infused Cheese Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saputo-cheeses.md) - [Charcuterie-Ready Retailer Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asda-flavored-cheeses.md) - [Decadent Chocolate Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coombe-castle.md) - [Champagne Cheddar Bakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheddar-bake.md)