'Biggby' is now selling an iced apple cider drink that is made from local Michigan apples. For many people, winter is associated with warm drinks such as hot chocolate and holiday-themed lattes. However, apple cider is one seasonal beverage that is enjoyed both hot and cold.
Biggby is now selling a hot and a cold version of its Caramel Apple Cider. The drink itself is made from a delicious combination of pasteurized apple cider and creamy caramel. When customers order the iced apple cider drink they can choose to customize their beverage in a number of different ways. For starters, customers can choose from four different sizes, the largest of which is 32 ounces. Customers can then choose whether they would like a reduce calorie version of their drink and whether they would like for it to be topped with whipped cream.
Although not everyone enjoys drinking iced beverages during the fall and winter months, apple cider is one drink that is traditionally enjoyed both hot and cold.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Iced Fall Beverages
- As more people seek out cold versions of fall favorites, coffee shops may consider expanding their iced beverage offerings beyond coffee and tea.
- Seasonal Customization
- Customization options like calorie reductions and whipped cream toppings provide opportunities for businesses to offer personalized seasonal drinks.
- Local Sourcing
- Using locally sourced ingredients, such as Michigan apples in Biggby's iced cider, can differentiate a business and appeal to customers who prioritize supporting local producers.
Where This Applies
- Coffee Shops
- Coffee shops may explore opportunities to expand and customize their seasonal drink offerings to meet growing demand for iced autumn beverages.
- Beverage Retailers
- Beverage retailers could consider incorporating locally sourced ingredients into their fall drink offerings, aligning with consumer sentiment about supporting local producers.
- Farm-to-table Restaurants
- Farm-to-table restaurants may consider creating fall-inspired cider drinks that showcase locally sourced ingredients like apples, appealing to customers who prioritize both seasonal flavors and sustainable sourcing.
