# Brewery Inspired Donut Bars The Rebel Donut Bar Seeks to Offer Miniature, Artisan Treats By Mishal Omar | Published 2017-05-04 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rebel-donut-bar References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rebeldonutbar/rebel-donut-bar-mini-donuts-big-flavors?ref=category_recommended) & [rebeldonutbar](http://www.rebeldonutbar.com/) The [Rebel Donut Bar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rebel-ipa) takes its inspiration from the [artisanal breweries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beerinfused-dessert) that have been popping up and becoming increasingly popular in cities around the world in the past few years. The donut shop offers miniature donuts as opposed to full-sized ones, so that those who visit are able to sample an array of flavors before becoming full. The concept is similar to that offered in breweries, where they offer small flights of beer so that visitors are able to try several flavors. The miniature, artisan donuts come in distinct and luxurious flavors that include Caramel Pretzel, Mother of Dragon Fruit, Pina Colada, Orange Chocolate, Grapefruit, Chocolate Cucumber Parsley, Bourbon Bacon and more. The Rebel Donut Bar's distinct miniature donuts, inspired by breweries, cater to the increasing consumer focus on artisanal food products. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) > [Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/branding) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Miniature Food:** Opportunity for innovative food businesses to offer miniature versions of their products for sampling purposes, similar to the trend in artisanal breweries. - **Luxurious Flavors:** Opportunity for food businesses to offer unique and exclusive flavors to attract customers who are seeking a more distinguished and sophisticated taste. - **Artisanal Food Products:** Opportunity for businesses to cater to the growing consumer focus on artisanal food products similar to that offered by the Rebel Donut Bar. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for food and beverage businesses to stay on trend by offering unique and exclusive flavors, and miniature versions of their products for sampling purposes. - **Hospitality:** Opportunity for hotels and resorts to offer miniature versions of luxury food items in their mini-bars as a way to enhance their guests' experience. - **Event Planning:** Opportunity for event planning businesses to incorporate miniature food items in their catering to enhance the overall experience for attendees. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Donut-Inspired Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-cider.md) - [Seasonal Summer Donut Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-donut.md) - [Donut-Shaped Frozen Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/donut-dessert-bars.md) - [Mini Springtime Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spring-mini-doughnuts.md) - [Savory Satisfying Donut Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parlor-doughnuts-savory-doughnuts.md) - [Expansion Artisan-Style Donut Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-menu.md) - [Collegiate-Themed Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braniacs-revenge-doughnut.md) - [Spicy Glazed Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-dough-foods.md) - [Viral Easter-Themed Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/donutelier.md)