This French Monaco recipe is a delicious and refreshing grownup version of the classic beverage traditionally served to children in France.
A bit like a beer-infused Shirley Temple, the French Monaco makes great use of a pale lager, lemonade and a syrup. Given that there is generally a more relaxed attitude toward alcohol in Europe, the drink is often ordered by French kid's, as American children order Shirley Temples.
This particular grownup French Monaco recipe is more cocktail than bubbly lemonade that involves only lemon and pomegranate juices, sugar, simple syrup and a lager beer.
This fruity drink is perfect for summer and is the perfect option for those looking for the crisp taste of a light beer without the sugar content of a shandy or radler.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Beer Cocktails
- There is an opportunity for bars and restaurants to experiment with new beer cocktail recipes that appeal to adults.
- Non-alcoholic Beverages for Adults
- The rise of non-alcoholic cocktails and mocktails presents an opportunity for bars and restaurants to offer more sophisticated non-alcoholic beverage options that appeal to adults.
- Fruit-infused Drinks
- The use of fruit juices and syrups in alcoholic beverages presents an opportunity for bars and restaurants to create tasty and unique fruit-infused drink options that appeal to customers looking for something different.
Where This Applies
- Hospitality
- Bars and restaurants can incorporate these trends into their menus to provide innovative beverage options and attract more customers.
- Beverage Manufacturing
- Manufacturers can create new products or expand their existing product lines to offer a variety of fruit-infused beer and non-alcoholic beverage options that appeal to adult customers.
- Alcohol Retail
- Alcohol retailers can explore the growth potential of non-alcoholic beer and mocktail options and include a variety of unique, refreshing drinks for customers looking for a healthier, less sugary alternative to traditional alcoholic beverages.
