# Low-Sugar Craft Sodas Hoplark The Soda Set Revives the Range with Two Varieties By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-08-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoplark-the-soda-set References: [hoplark](http://hoplark.com/) & [hoplark](http://hoplark.com/)  [Hoplark](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoplark) The Soda [Set](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milly) is the brand's foray back into the world of soda beyond is traditional hops-based beverages to offer consumers with a variety of classic refreshments to try out. The brand is launching The Root Beer One and The Ginger Ale One, which each come in at 20-calories per serving and have five-grams of sugar. The sodas achieve high-quality flavor profiles that are each an alternative take on a classic soda variety and are being launched as part of a set for fans to pick up. Hoplark The Soda Set has no artificial ingredients in the mix and boasts 16-ounce cans that come in the 12-can variety packs priced at $49.99. The drinks set themselves apart with [retro-inspired branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sparkling-ice-caffeine-soda-shoppe) with an eye-catching flair. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 47% - 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) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Low-sugar Beverages:** Health-conscious consumers are increasingly drawn to low-sugar alternatives in beverages, presenting an opportunity for brands to cater to this growing demand. - **Retro Branding Appeal:** Retro-inspired branding is capturing consumer attention by evoking nostalgia, providing a unique selling point and differentiating products in a crowded market. - **Calorie-conscious Drinks:** With a trend towards calorie awareness, offering beverages with low-calorie counts can appeal to consumers looking to manage their caloric intake while enjoying traditional flavors. ### Where This Applies - **Beverage Industry:** The beverage industry is experiencing a shift as consumer preferences evolve towards healthier and low-sugar options, prompting innovation in product formulations. - **Health and Wellness:** As the health and wellness industry continues to expand, there is a significant opportunity for innovation in developing products that align with consumer desires for healthier living. - **Packaging and Branding:** Innovations in packaging and branding, particularly with retro designs, are becoming essential in capturing market share and standing out on retail shelves. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-Natural Zero-Calorie Craft Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zerocalorie-craft-sodas.md) - [Hoppy Sparkling Waters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoplark.md) - [Four-Ingredient Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purasoda.md) - [Nostalgic Hard Soda Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiked-pop.md) - [Dry-Hopped Non-Alcoholic Brews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoplark-00.md) - [Sugar-Free Hard Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hard-sodas.md) - [Low-Sugar Leisure Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leisure-sodas.md) - [Fruit Juice-Sweetened Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spindrift-1.md) - [Health-Conscious Soda Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-cap-soda-pop.md)