# Transformative Cocktail Menus The Metamorphosis Menu Explores Fermentation, Oxidation & More By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2023-06-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metamorphosis-menu References: [luxuriate.life](https://luxuriate.life/baccarat-bar-metamorphosis-menu/)  London bar [Baccarat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baccarat-hotel-new-york), housed within the Harrods department store, launched the Metamorphosis Menu as a means of exploring fermentation, caramelization and oxidation methods. In all, there are [16 cocktails on the menu](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eterna), four of which are [non-alcoholic options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/non-alcoholic-nootropic-cocktails), that are elegantly served in Baccarat crystal glassware. All of these drinks have a core component that undergoes some sort of transition to create a multi-layered experience for the palate. Mini Reality is described as the most balanced and approachable item on the menu and it takes the form of a gin-based serve with nuanced flavor and texture from ingredients like peach, lemon thyme and Iberico bone extract. Also on the menu, there's the non-alcoholic V&T, prepared with buffered reserva Sherry vinegar, pineapple, ice verjus and tonic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Fermentation-focused Cocktails:** Opportunity for creating cocktails that explore the transformative effects of fermentation on flavors and textures. - **Caramelization Techniques in Mixology:** Innovation potential in incorporating caramelization methods to add depth and complexity to cocktail menus. - **Oxidation-infused Drinks:** Exploring the use of oxidation processes in cocktail creation to create unique taste profiles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hospitality:** Hospitality businesses can leverage these transformative cocktail trends to create unique and immersive experiences for their customers. - **Beverage:** Beverage companies can develop new products and ingredients specifically designed for the fermentation, caramelization, and oxidation techniques highlighted in the cocktail menu. - **Premium Glassware:** Manufacturers of high-quality glassware, like Baccarat crystal, can capitalize on the demand for elegant vessels to enhance the presentation of transformative cocktails. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sensorial Cocktail Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/texture-is-everything.md) - [Food-Inspired Cocktail Concept Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eat-your-cocktail.md) - [Throwback Cocktail Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2010-revival-menu.md) - [Globally Inspired Cocktail Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wanderlust-menu.md) - [Multisensory Cocktail Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spectrum-cocktail.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Cocktail Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deja-vu-cocktail-menu.md) - [Imaginative Cocktail Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-of-dreams-cocktail-menu.md) - [Farming-Inspired Cocktail Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agriculture-by-little-red-door.md) - [Jewel-Inspired Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jewel-inspired-cocktails.md)