# Flavor-Changing Fruit Mints The Tic Tac Mixers Piña Colada Flavored Mints are Summer-Inspired By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-03-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flavored-mints References: [foodbev](http://www.foodbev.com/news/tic-tac-launches-tropical-pina-colada-flavour-of-tic-tac-mixers/) The new Tic Tac Mixers Piña Colada Flavored Mints are flavored with the summer season in mind to offer consumers a way to enjoy some of their favorite flavors without having to head for their nearest bar. The Tic Tacs start off as coconut flavored and then transition to pineapple flavored in order to create the taste experience of a piña colada without the associated calories. Each of the [flavor-changing candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-breakers-flavor-shifters) delivers a [tropical taste experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haribo-gummy-candies). This quality makes them ideal as an alternative to other candies on the market to enjoy between meals as a quick treat. The Tic Tac Mixers Piña Colada Flavored Mints come as a great new addition to the lineup of other Tic Tac Mixer flavors that includes [Cherry Cola](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-daniels-cocacola-cherry) and Peach Lemonade. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Flavor-changing Mints:** Opportunity for companies to develop innovative and interactive flavor-changing products. - **Summer-inspired Snacks:** Potential for brands to create seasonal, limited-edition products that evoke feelings of summertime. - **Healthy Alternative Treats:** Market for healthier candy alternatives that offer indulgent flavors without the guilt. ### Where This Applies - **Confectionery:** Disruptive potential for confectionery companies to create new flavor profiles and taste sensations. - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for the food and beverage industry to develop unique flavor combinations and experiential products. - **Snack Food:** Innovation space for snack food companies to introduce new, exciting flavor profiles that cater to specific tastes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tingling Tropical Cocktail Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-breakers-sparkling.md) - [Creamy Fruit-Forward Mints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tic-tac-strawberry-cream.md) - [Cooling Extra-Fresh Mints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tic-tac-fresh.md) - [Tiny Triple-Citrus Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tic-tac-citrus-adventure.md) - [Fruity Chewable Mints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chewy-tic-tacs.md) - [Soda-Flavored Miniature Mints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tic-tac-dr-pepper-mints.md) - [Crowdsourced Limited-Edition Mints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/choose-your-next-match.md) - [Minuscule Soda-Flavored Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tic-tac-sprite.md) - [Immersive Mint Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tic-tac-experience.md)