# Hydration-Boosting Electrolyte Smoothies Planet Smoothie is Offering Three New Hydrating Smoothies By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2018-05-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrating-smoothies References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2018/05/11/planet-smoothie-offers-three-new-hydrating-smoothies-through-september-2-2018/) & [planetsmoothie](http://www.planetsmoothie.com/menu/newandfeatured/index.html) With summer weather on its way, [Planet Smoothie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oatmilk-smoothie) has debuted three new hydrating smoothies designed to help consumers beat the heat. Not only are the smoothies refreshingly cold, but each contains [essential electrolytes necessary for rehydration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cowbell-hydration). As part of its limited-time Destination Hydration promotion, Planet Smoothie is offering three new hydrating smoothies for summer 2018. Each of the new coconut water-based smoothies contains a special Hydrate Blast supplement, which is packed with electrolytes that help to support rehydration. Better yet, the refreshing smoothies come in three tropical flavor options, including the mango-based Caribbean Citrus Splash, the berry-packed Rio Berry Bliss, and the passion fruit-infused Fiji Island Breeze. With many consumers on the lookout for [functional beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydration-soda), these hydrating smoothies offer a healthy boost. Image Credit: *Planet Smoothie.* ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **Functional Beverages:** As consumers increasingly look to beverages for functional benefits, there is an opportunity to develop new and innovative functional beverages that address specific health or wellness needs. - **Hydration Supplements:** There is an opportunity to create new supplements and functional foods that provide electrolytes and other nutrients to support hydration and help consumers rehydrate after exercise or hot weather. - **Tropical Flavors:** As consumers seek novel and exotic flavor combinations, there is an opportunity to develop new tropical-themed food and beverage products that offer refreshing and unique taste experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Smoothie Shops:** Smoothie shops can offer more functional and health-oriented menu items, such as hydrating smoothies and other functional beverages, to appeal to consumers who are looking for nutritious and refreshing drinks. - **Supplements:** The supplement industry can create new hydrating and electrolyte supplements that offer a convenient and effective way for consumers to replenish lost nutrients and support hydration after exercise or hot weather. - **Beverage Manufacturing:** Beverage manufacturers can develop new tropical-themed drinks that offer a refreshing and unique taste experience, as well as functional benefits like hydration support, to appeal to consumers who are seeking more health-conscious and flavorful beverage options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hydrating Summer Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revitalizing-smoothies.md) - [New Year Smoothie Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/level-up-smoothies.md) - [Electrolyte Flavor Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lth-supplement-line.md) - [Electrolyte-Enhanced Hydration Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gohydrate-strawberry-lemonade-flavor.md) - [Hydrating Summertime Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xtreme-watermelon-smoothie.md) - [Bespoke Hydration Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrata-electrolyte-beverage-co.md) - [Energy-Boosting Tropical Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/island-surge-energy-smoothie.md) - [Tropical Scientific Hydration Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electrolit-mango.md) - [Flavorful Functional Hydration Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/essentia-hydroboost.md)