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Soft Drink-Integrated Donuts

Krispy Kreme's Limited-Edition Donuts Feature Vimto Frosting & Icing

— September 25, 2018 — Lifestyle
Krispy Kreme recently introduced a limited-edition donut range featuring a first-of-its-kind collaboration with soft drinks brand Vimto.

For the first time, Krispy Kreme is launching donuts featuring the unique Vimto flavor, which comes from a combination of grapes, raspberries, blackcurrants, herbs and spices. Two special donuts are being shared with the Vimto flavor and baked fresh at Krispy Kreme Hotlight locations, including The Vimto Shimmer and The Vimto Ring.

While the Vimto Shimmer is filled with a frosting flavored after the soft drink, The Vimto Ring takes the form of a signature Krispy Kreme ring donut, half of which is dipped into Vimto icing—both of which can be identified by their distinctive purple color. For the season, Krispy Kreme is also introducing other spooky donuts for a Halloween tie-in.
Trend Themes
1. Soft Drink-integrated Donuts - Soft drink-inspired flavors integrated into donuts present an opportunity for innovative collaborations between beverage and bakery industries.
2. Limited-edition Donut Ranges - The introduction of limited-edition donut ranges creates a sense of exclusivity and urgency, driving consumer interest and demand.
3. Flavor Innovation in Baked Goods - Innovative flavor combinations in baked goods, such as the inclusion of unique soft drink flavors in donuts, can attract novelty-seeking consumers and create differentiation in the market.
Industry Implications
1. Beverage - The collaboration between Krispy Kreme and Vimto demonstrates the potential for beverage companies to expand their product offerings by partnering with bakery brands.
2. Bakery - Bakeries can capitalize on emerging flavor trends, like integrating soft drink flavors in donuts, to create innovative and enticing pastry options for their customers.
3. Food Retail - The introduction of limited-edition donut ranges and unique flavor combinations provides opportunities for food retail businesses to attract customers with exclusive products and drive foot traffic.
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