# Alcoholic Coffee Beans This Merlot-Infused Coffee Could Just Give You a Two-Way Buzz By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-10-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merlotinfused-coffee References: [thegreenhead](http://www.thegreenhead.com/2015/10/merlot-infused-coffee.php) & [uncommongoods](http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/merlot-infused-coffee) Most people will drink a cup of coffee when they've had one or two too many drinks, but for those out there that want to keep going with the wine there's Merlot-Infused Coffee. Featuring [100% Arabica beans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incredibrew), the Merlot-Infused Coffee actually contains no alcohol because the beans are simply aged in oak barrels used to age merlot, so the only thing you'll get is the essence of wine rather than a dose of the real stuff. Ideal for those out there that are looking to explore different beans when it comes to their java consumption, Merlot-Infused Coffee will offer a new flavor experience that's perfect for enjoying in the evening rather than having to choose between a cup of wine of a cup of coffee. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Alcohol-infused Foods:** There may be an opportunity for businesses to experiment with infusing different types of alcohol with various food products for unique flavor experiences. - **Artisanal Coffee:** As consumers become more interested in unique flavor experiences, there may be an opportunity for businesses to offer artisanal coffee blends that incorporate unexpected ingredients such as wine. - **Hybrid Beverages:** As consumers seek convenience and unique flavor experiences, there may be an opportunity for businesses to create hybrid beverages that combine two popular drinks, such as coffee and wine. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry may consider experimenting with alcohol-infused food products to provide consumers with unique flavor experiences. - **Coffee:** The coffee industry may consider offering artisanal coffee blends that incorporate unexpected ingredients such as wine to appeal to consumers seeking unique flavor experiences. - **Alcohol:** The alcohol industry may consider partnering with coffee companies to produce hybrid beverages that contain both coffee and alcohol for consumers seeking convenience and new flavor experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whiskey-Infused Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskey-infused-coffee.md) - [Barrel-Aged Coffee Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrelaged-coffee.md) - [Herbal Liqueur-Infused Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jgermeister-and-dark-matter.md) - [Coffee-Infused Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macallan-harmony-collection-smooth-arabica.md) - [Collaborative Caffeinated Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luckin-coffee-1.md) - [Hoppy Beer-Like Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hopped-up-coffee.md) - [Chocolatey Espresso Wine Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocovine-espresso.md) - [Single-Ingredient Coffee Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koppie.md) - [Nitro-Infused Cold Irish Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coldbrewed-irish-coffee.md)