# Nut-Based Horchata Beverages Blue Diamond's Almondmilk Horchata is Free from Dairy By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-05-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horchata-beverage References: [foodbusinessnews.net](https://www.foodbusinessnews.net/media/photos/4043-new-on-the-shelves) & [bluediamond](https://www.bluediamond.com/brand/almond-breeze/almondmilk/horchata) [Blue Diamond's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almond-beverages) Almond Breeze Almondmilk Horchata beverage puts a plant-based spin on a classic Latin American drink. The all-new beverage boasts a [creamy consistency](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coconut-cashew-milk) with notes of vanilla and cinnamon. For the base of the beverage, Blue Diamond makes the most of California-grown almonds to create its dairy-free take on the traditional drink. The finished product is Non-GMO Project verified expands Blue Diamond's [plant-based drink portfolio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silk-plantbased-beverage) and contains just 110 calories per serving. When it comes to enjoying the beverage, the brand recommends serving the almond-based drink over ice for a sweet and refreshing treat. Consumers who are interested in internationally inspired flavors are taking interest in horchata, among other popular kinds of food and drinks that are tied to different parts of the world. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Plant-based Takes on Classic Beverages:** Blue Diamond's Almondmilk Horchata is an example of how plant-based products can put a spin on traditional drinks. - **Internationally-inspired Flavors:** Horchata, as an internationally-inspired flavor, is gaining popularity among consumers. - **Healthy and Low-calorie Beverages:** Blue Diamond's Almondmilk Horchata offers a healthy and low-calorie alternative to traditional dairy-based drinks. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage Industry:** The food and beverage industry can leverage on plant-based trends to produce innovative takes on traditional products. - **Health and Wellness Industry:** The health and wellness industry can promote Blue Diamond's Almondmilk Horchata as a healthy and low-calorie alternative to traditional dairy-based drinks. - **International Cuisine Industry:** The international cuisine industry can incorporate horchata and other internationally-inspired flavors into their menus to attract consumers interested in diverse and authentic culinary experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dairy-Free Horchata Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chobani-oat-horchata.md) - [Globally-Inspired Nut Milk Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horchata-azul.md) - [Festive Horchata Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horchata-smoothies.md) - [Blue Horchata Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-horchata-smoothie.md) - [Hybrid Almond Oat Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almond-breeze-original-almond-oat-blend.md) - [Mexican Drink-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horchata-ice-cream.md) - [Extra-Creamy Almond Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almond-beverages.md) - [Dairy-Free Chai Almond Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chai-almond-latte.md) - [Festive Almond Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/santas-favorite-milk.md)