# Caramelized Pineapple Drinks This Twist on the Classic Indian Lassi Uses Pineapple and Coconut By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2015-10-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indian-lassi References: [howsweeteats](http://www.howsweeteats.com/2013/07/caramelized-pineapple-lassi/) This recipe for a [carmelized pineapple drink](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roasted-pineapple-gin) from the 'How Sweet It Is' food blog is a twist on the classic Indian lassi. Slices of fresh pineapple are heated over a skillet and gently browned with a combination of coconut oil, butter and a sprinkling of brown sugar. Once the rings have the right caramel color, the cooled rings are blended with a creamy base of [coconut milk, yogurt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coconut-cult-and-olipop), as well as spices like cinnamon and cardamom for flavor. To give a hint at what's in the creamy blended lassi, it's suggested that a few of the golden pineapple rings should be saved as garnishes to top the shake, with another generous sprinkling of cinnamon. While this recipe might take a little more effort to prepare than a [classic lassi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropical-smoothie-cafe-drinks), the unique flavor seems well worth the additional time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Caramelized Pineapple Drinks:** Creating unique and flavorful drinks by caramelizing pineapple. - **Twists on Classic Indian Lassi:** Adding a twist to traditional Indian lassi recipes using ingredients like pineapple and coconut. - **Combining Sweet and Savory Flavors:** Experimenting with the combination of sweet and savory flavors in blended drinks. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Creating innovative and delicious drink recipes using unconventional techniques and ingredients. - **Hospitality:** Offering unique and memorable drink options to customers in restaurants, cafes, and bars. - **Consumer Goods:** Developing new beverage products that cater to consumers' desire for innovative and adventurous flavors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Creamy Coconutty Pineapples](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dole-colada-royale-pineapple.md) - [Ultra-Smooth Pineapple Liqueurs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pineapple-liqueurs.md) - [Creamy Pineapple Liqueurs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rumchata-pineapple-cream.md) - [Caramelized Fruit Hot Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramelised-pineapple-drinking-chocolate.md) - [Spicy Pineapple Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pina-picante.md) - [Sparkling Pineapple-Rum Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malibu-and-dole.md) - [Piña Colada-Inspired Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pineapple-coconut-shake.md) - [Indo-British Cocktail Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desi-daru.md) - [Dairy-Free Lassi Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-lassi.md)