# Boozy Mint Cookies The Mojito Macarons Are Modeled After Sweet Summer Drinks By Jordy E | Published 2012-09-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mojito-macarons References: [foodbeast](http://foodbeast.com/content/2012/09/20/heres-how-to-make-mojito-macarons/) These Mojito Macarons blend a mouthwatering assortment of sweet boozy flavors. The [tiny green bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-dipped-macarons) can be made in batches of 60 should this recipe be followed diligently, although it can also serve as inspiration for small scale baking projects. Portrayed on the site as a 'Cocktail in a Macaron,' the alcoholic bites are made of food coloring, caster sugar and icing sugar, making the snacks the ultimate dessert for anyone with a sweet tooth. The [Mojito-inspired twist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mojitoflavored-grapes) comes from the syrupy filling. [Mint leaves, white chocolate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mint-liqueur) and rich whipping cream are mixed in with 40g of white rum, giving birth to a saccharine take on the refreshing summertime drink. Chunks of granulated sugar provide the final aesthetic touches as they are sprinkled on top of the miniature cakes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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's Driving This Trend - **Boozy Desserts:** Integrate alcoholic flavors into desserts to offer unique taste sensations. - **Cocktail-inspired Foods:** Create food inspired by popular cocktails to add novelty and interest to menus. - **Miniature Alcohol Treats:** Make tiny bites with alcoholic ingredients to offer indulgence without tipping customers over the limit. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Explore integrating alcohol in desserts and menu items to add a new level of taste and excitement. - **Hospitality:** Create unique alcoholic desserts and menu items to enhance customer experiences and increase revenue. - **Event Planning:** Offer miniature alcoholic treats for events and catered functions for a novel and fun take on traditional catering offerings ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Boozy French Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boozy-macarons.md) - [Cocktail-Inspired Cookie Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insomnia-cookies-spring-baked.md) - [Gingersnap Cookie Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingerbread-dream.md) - [Collaboration Martini Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espresso-martini-cookie.md) - [Cocktail-Inspired Sorbet Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocktail-mini-pots.md) - [Festive Canned Martinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canned-martinis.md) - [Indulgent Dessert Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dessert-cocktails.md) - [Cocktail-Inspired Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/layered-desserts.md) - [Delicious Liqueur Cake Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liqueur-cake.md)