# Elevated Espresso Menus Dunkin' Donuts is Now Offering a Hot Americano Alongside Its Other Drinks By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-12-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-americano References: [chewboom](http://www.chewboom.com/2016/12/27/new-winter-frosted-donut-and-hot-americano-coming-to-dunkin-donuts/) & [dunkindonuts](https://www.dunkindonuts.com/dunkindonuts/en/menu/beverages/hotbeverages.html) While [Dunkin' Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almond-spice-coffee) has made a name for itself by serving up fluffy donuts and freshly brewed coffee, now the chain is looking to elevate its offerings by adding a Hot Americano to its menu. This means that those looking for something a bit stronger than a coffee can now stop by Dunkin' Donuts to get their caffeine fix. Set to debut over the next few days, the Hot Americano will be the newest addition to [Dunkin' Donuts' drink menu](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkin-cold-foam-creamer). The drink will be made with the chain's brand of [freshly brewed espresso](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lava-cake-signature-latte) and hot water for a rich and bold flavor. A departure from some of Dunkin' Donuts' sweeter drink options, the new Hot Americano is meant to appeal to the type of customer who isn't satisfied with a regular coffee, but enjoys the convince of a chain such as Dunkin' Donuts. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Specialty Coffee:** Opportunity for other coffee chains to expand their menu with specialty coffee options. - **Beverage Customization:** Potential for chains to offer more customizable drink options to cater to individual preferences. - **Premium Coffee Experience:** Opportunity for coffee chains to create a more premium and elevated coffee experience for their customers. ### Where This Applies - **Coffee Chains:** Coffee chains can explore new drink offerings to attract customers seeking unique and bold flavors. - **Fast Food Chains:** Fast food chains can tap into the specialty coffee market by adding premium coffee options to their menus. - **Convenience Stores:** Convenience stores can enhance their beverage offerings by introducing specialty coffee drinks to attract customers searching for a convenient caffeine fix. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cold Brew QSR Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkin-cold-brew.md) - [Autumnal Almond-Flavored Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almond-spice-coffee.md) - [Revamped QSR Coffee Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richer-roasts-and-better-beans.md) - [Ice Cream-Inspired Frozen Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-creaminspired-frozen-coffees.md) - [Warm Weather Cafe Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkin-summer-menu.md) - [Chef-Approved Cafe Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkin-chef-nick-menu.md) - [Latin Cuisine-Inspired Cafe Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkin-spring-menu.md) - [Indulgent Summertime Cafe Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-summer-menu.md) - [Coffee Shop Espresso Martinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rays-runs-on-dunkin.md)