# Haunted Wine Bottles Ghost in a Bottle Traps and Sells Spirits By Rachel | Published 2009-06-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-in-a-bottle References: [geekologie](http://www.geekologie.com/2009/06/for_questionable_sale_ghosts_i.php) & [aghostinabottle](http://www.aghostinabottle.com/default.php) The people behind 'Ghost in a Bottle' have tapped into a market that has been sorely vacant for so long. 'Ghost in a Bottle' is a $20 [wine bottle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barossa-ink-shiraz) that has been taken into a reported [haunted location](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-town1), and filled (by professional ghost catchers) with a ghost. It is then sealed and sent to you, with a plaque verifying its authenticity. **Implications** - Not to worry about the ghost escaping -- the Ghost in the Bottle is sealed with wax shortly after the [spirit is captured](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/york-gin-grey-lady) for its protection and yours. Ghosts are easily customizable, namable and the ghost experience is subjective to each one's individual personality. ‘Ghost in a Bottle’--how have we lived without it for this long? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Haunted Collectibles:** Creating and selling haunted items, like 'Ghost in a Bottle,' taps into the market's fascination with supernatural experiences. - **Customizable Ghost Experiences:** Allowing customers to customize and name their own ghosts provides a unique and personalized experience for consumers. - **Authenticity Verification:** Providing plaques to verify the authenticity of haunted items like 'Ghost in a Bottle' enhances trust and value for buyers. ### Where This Applies - **Collectibles:** The collectibles industry can benefit from embracing the trend of selling haunted items like 'Ghost in a Bottle' to attract new customers. - **Personalized Experiences:** Industries focused on providing personalized experiences can explore the market potential of offering customizable ghost encounters. - **Authentication Services:** Companies specializing in providing authenticity verification, like 'Ghost in a Bottle' with its plaques, can find opportunities to expand their services to similar industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Horrifying Paranormal Vodkas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paranormal-reserve.md) - [Haunting Whisky Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-weeping-spirit.md) - [Halloween-Themed Alcohol Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloweenthemed-alcohol-bottles-bacardis-limited-edition-bottle-will-light-.md) - [AR Glow-in-the-Dark Wines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloween-wine.md) - [Glow-in-the-Dark Wine Labels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/19-crimes-wine.md) - [Glow-in-the-Dark Rum Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-edition-skeleton-bottle.md) - [Dressed-Up Bourbon Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customized-whiskey.md) - [Skull-Like Vodka Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-head-vodka-1.md) - [Horror Franchise Vodka Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-face-vodka.md)