# Sparkling Rum-Based Cocktails The Malibu Strawberry Spritz is Perfect for Warm Weather Consumption By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-05-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malibu-strawberry-spritz References: [conveniencestore](https://www.conveniencestore.co.uk/products/malibu-mixes-up-new-rum-based-strawberry-cocktail/593736.article) & [maliburumdrinks](https://www.maliburumdrinks.com) The Malibu Strawberry Spritz cocktail is the latest creation from the brand that is positioned for a launch in the UK just in time for summer to provide consumers with a flavorful option to enjoy outdoors this season. Made with [premium rum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rum-flavour-range), the cocktail has a strawberry flavor profile with just a hint of coconut that balances the drink off as being fruity with a bit of flair. The sparkling profile of the drink likens it to a high-end wine or Champagne, which is reinforced by the 750ml bottle that makes the drinking experience seem like more of an event. The Malibu Strawberry Spritz was spoken on by Marketing Director Philip Ainsworth at [Pernod Ricard UK](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remeo-malfy-spritz-sorbetto) who said, "Malibu Strawberry Spritz provides an additional element of theatre as it can be popped like a bottle of prosecco yet enjoyed and garnished like a pink gin and tonic.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Sparkling Rum-based Cocktails:** The trend of sparkling rum-based cocktails creates opportunities for innovative flavor combinations and elevated drinking experiences. - **Flavorful Outdoor Consumption:** The trend of flavorful cocktails designed for outdoor consumption opens up possibilities for portable and convenient packaging solutions. - **Event-like Drinking Experiences:** The trend of cocktail packaging and presentation that resembles high-end wines or Champagne suggests opportunities for creating memorable and luxurious drinking experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Alcoholic Beverages:** The alcoholic beverage industry can capitalize on the trend of sparkling rum-based cocktails by exploring unique combinations and branding strategies. - **Hospitality and Events:** The hospitality and events industry can leverage the trend of event-like drinking experiences by offering curated cocktail menus and interactive presentation options. - **Packaging and Beverage Containers:** The packaging and beverage containers industry can innovate by developing portable and visually appealing packaging solutions to cater to the trend of flavorful outdoor consumption. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tropical Convenience-Focused Cocktail Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malibu-pink.md) - [Take-Anywhere Vacation Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malibu-rts.md) - [Peachy Summertime Rum Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malibu-peach-rum.md) - [Sparkling Pineapple-Rum Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malibu-and-dole.md) - [Canned Rum Daiquiri Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/captain-morgan-strawberry-daiquiri.md) - [Summery Passionfruit Rum Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacard-passionfruit.md) - [Canned Caribbean Rum Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-stripe-cocktails.md) - [Authentic Canned Hawaiian Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hawaiian-rum-cocktails.md) - [Jamaican Heritage Canned Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rum-stripe-by-red-stripe.md)