# Hybrid Plant-Based Half-and-Halfs Silk's Half & Half Alternative Combines Oatmilk & Coconutmilk By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-01-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/half-and-half-alternative References: [silk](https://silk.com/plant-based-products/creamer/dairy-free-half-and-half-alternative/) [Silk's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silk-enhanced-almond-creamers) new Dairy-Free Half & Half Alternative offers a creamy way to enhance everything from tea to coffee without dairy, sugar, gluten, cholesterol, carrageenan, artificial flavors or colors. While many [dairy-free creamers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-dairy-creamers) are made with just one type of plant-based milk alternative, this half-and-half combines [oatmilk and coconutmilk](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coconut-cashew-milk), both of which are known for their especially rich and creamy textures. As well as being suitable for vegan consumers and those who are sensitive to dairy, the Dairy-Free Half & Half Alternative also boasts a keto-friendly formula that's in line with the demands of the popular diet. The half-and-half product has the potential to appeal to anyone—regardless of what they eat—who is open to making an easy swap to get more dairy-free options into their diet. Image Credit: Silk ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Dairy-free Alternatives:** This trend reflects the growing consumer demand for plant-based options in the dairy industry, creating opportunities for innovative and flavorful substitutes. - **Keto-friendly Products:** The rise of the keto diet has opened up a market for food and beverage products that cater to the specific dietary needs of keto followers, providing a chance for companies to tap into this niche market. - **Combining Plant-based Milks:** The combination of different plant-based milks, as demonstrated by Silk's Half & Half Alternative, presents an opportunity for companies to create unique and versatile dairy-free products that offer a blend of flavors and textures. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Plant-based Food and Beverages:** This industry is experiencing significant growth as consumers seek healthier and more sustainable alternatives to traditional animal-based products. - **Dairy Industry:** With the rising popularity of plant-based alternatives, companies in the dairy industry can explore new opportunities by incorporating more plant-based ingredients into their product lineup. - **Specialty Diets:** As more consumers adopt special diets like keto, there is a need for innovative companies to develop products that cater to specific dietary restrictions and preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Latte-Flavored Plant-Based Creamers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silk-sweet-oat-latte-creamer.md) - [Simple All-Natural Creamers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chobani-half-half.md) - [Oat-Based Cold Foam Creamers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silk-oat-cold-foam-creamer.md) - [Lactose-Free Hybrid Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairy-and-plantbased-milks.md) - [Plant-Based Coffee-Ready Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-coconut-collab-mlk.md) - [Revolutionary Plant-Based Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-silk-nextmilk.md) - [Decadent Dairy-Free Creamers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairyfree-coffee-creamers.md) - [Plant-Based Coffee Creamers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-coffee-creamer.md) - [Zero-Sugar Oat-Based Creamers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nutpods-barista-oatmilk.md)