# Pastry-Inspired Alcohols Glazed Donut Vodka Expands Creativity & Helps You Practice Your Mixology By Elise Ying-Hei Ho | Published 2012-10-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glazed-donut-vodka References: [lostateminor](http://www.lostateminor.com/2012/10/05/first-bacon-vodka-now-glazed-donut-vodka/) Mixologists and alcohol enthusiasts will be interested in hearing about the release of a glazed donut vodka. A great replacement for the calorie-packed snack, 360 Vodka's offers a “fresh donut flavor with a sweet glazed finish” so that calorie-conscious individuals can still enjoy the lovely carb-filled treat without the sacrifice. This sweet booze is great straight or mixed with some less [fruity alcohol](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orange-blizzard-flavored-vodka) to offset the sweetness of the glaze. Try transforming your favorite donuts into beverages by mixing the glazed donut vodka with some [chocolate liquor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/churro-flavored-whiskey) for a Chocolate Dip or some berry liquor to mimic the jam-filled delights. 360 has created a variety of outrageously weird but delicious vodkas and let's hope they don't stop here. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Glazed Donut Vodka:** The release of glazed donut vodka presents an opportunity for creating unique and indulgent cocktail experiences. - **Mixology Innovation:** The popularity of pastry-inspired alcohols encourages mixologists to experiment with unconventional flavor combinations and push the boundaries of traditional cocktail recipes. - **Calorie-conscious Indulgence:** The development of pastry-flavored spirits offers a guilt-free alternative for individuals who want to enjoy the flavors of their favorite treats without the extra calories. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Alcohol Beverage:** The pastry-inspired alcohol trend creates opportunities for beverage companies to develop unique and highly marketable spirits that cater to consumer demand for novelty flavors. - **Food and Beverage Pairing:** The introduction of glazed donut vodka opens up possibilities for the food and beverage industry to explore innovative pairings and create delicious confection-inspired culinary experiences. - **Mixology Supplies:** The rise of pastry-inspired alcohols presents a chance for mixology supply companies to create specialized tools and equipment to enhance the creation and presentation of these unique cocktails. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beignet-Inspired Vodka Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beignet-vodka.md) - [Upcycled Donut Gin Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-joy-spirits.md) - [Canned Donut-Flavored Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jam-doughnut-daiquiri.md) - [Cinnamon Sugar-Inspired Vodkas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polar-ice-vodka.md) - [All-Natural Pizza Vodkas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pizza-vodka.md) - [Pastry-Inspired Hard Seltzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pczki-head-seltzer.md) - [Celebratory Spring Holiday Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voodoo-doughnuts-bottoms-up.md) - [Naturally Flavored Alcohol-Free Vodkas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alcoholfree-flavored-vodkas.md) - [High-Quality Bacon-Flavored Vodkas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chilli-bacon-vodka.md)