# Syrup Caffeinated Booze The Maple Caffe Cocktail Mixes Beverages with a Splash of Sweetness By Nikki Taylor | Published 2012-09-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-caffe-cocktail References: [foodista](http://www.foodista.com/blog/2012/09/27/thirsty-thursdays-maple-caffe-cocktail) & [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/krabiman/3723734332/) The Maple [Caffe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emmi-caff-latte-creamy) Cocktail mixes refreshing coffee with sugary sweet maple syrup and a strong kick of bourbon to get you geared and ready to go for your weekend exploits. In a cocktail shaker with ice, add in one ounce of espresso coffee that has been brewed and cooled, then mix in your two ounces of bourbon and an ounce of lip-smacking maple syrup. To dilute some of the sweetness in the drink, add in a bit of squeezed lemon juice, then shake the container until your arms get tired from all the movement. Pour out your scrumptious [coffee and alcohol](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-cocktails) mash-up and enjoy it while lounging on a soft sofa with your favorite movie. This Maple Caffee Cocktail is sure to be a hit for all the coffee drinkers. Nothing beats blending your favorite java taste with alcohol. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Caffeinated Cocktails:** Opportunity to create unique and energizing drink options by combining coffee and alcohol. - **Sweetener Syrups:** Disruptive innovation potential in the market for flavored syrups that can enhance the taste of various beverages. - **Coffee-infused Spirits:** Emerging trend of infusing coffee flavors into alcoholic beverages, providing a new taste experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Beverage:** Opportunity for beverage companies to develop and market new caffeinated cocktail products. - **Flavorings:** Growing market for specialty syrups and flavorings that can be used to enhance the taste of beverages. - **Alcohol:** Potential for alcohol manufacturers to explore the creation of coffee-infused spirits and expand their product offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Maple Syrup-Flavored Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canadian-maple-syrup-soda.md) - [Decaf Espresso Syrups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decaf-espresso-syrup.md) - [Canada-Inspired Maple Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iced-maple-latte.md) - [Premium Bar Syrups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheeky-cocktails.md) - [Maple Syrup-Infused Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seasonal-stout.md) - [Hard Maple Seltzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hard-maple-seltzer.md) - [Maple Spiced Cold Brews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-spice-cold-brew.md) - [Maple Grenadine Cocktail Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-grenadine.md) - [Seasonal Canadiana Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-latte-1.md)