Although there is something inherently child-like about shaved ice, the Whiskey-flavored shaved ice served at Kyoto's Soradoko restaurant is distinctly for adults. The refreshing summer dessert is usually made with sweet fruit flavors from berries, melon and citrus, but since the restaurant deals with a lot of whiskey on a regular basis, it decided to get a little bit creative.
The Whiskey-flavored shaved ice is made from either Suntory’s Yamazaki or Shirasu whiskey brands and the chilled dessert is served to restaurant patrons with a sweet syrup and soda water. If going for a cup of shaved ice as an adult this summer feels a little childish to you, this is a delicious way to beat the heat and indulge in something that is both refreshing, grown-up and super nostalgic.
What's Driving This Trend
- Boozy Desserts
- As more restaurants experiment with adult twists on childhood classics, there is an opportunity for innovative boozy dessert creations.
- Alcohol-infused Beverages
- Increasing consumer interest in alcoholic beverages infused with unique flavors presents an opportunity for beverage companies to experiment with new recipes and ingredients.
- Nostalgic Flavors
- Nostalgic flavors like whiskey present an opportunity for companies to create innovative products that blend childhood memories with adult experiences.
Who This Affects Most
- Food and Beverage
- The food and beverage industry can experiment with new alcoholic desserts that cater to adult consumers.
- Alcohol and Spirits
- As demand for unique alcohol-infused products grows, the alcohol and spirits industry can develop new flavors to meet consumer preferences.
- Hospitality
- The hospitality industry can create nostalgic dessert experiences that appeal to adult customers through unique flavor combinations.
