# Scotch Whisky Coladas Wildhawk's Mekong Sleepwalker Features Ube, Coconut & Orange By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2021-11-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scotch-whisky-colada References: [sf.eater](https://sf.eater.com/2021/11/11/22776443/purple-pina-colada-ube-bar-menu-san-francisco/) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/CSKRrRfFqwQ/)  Rather than creating a classic piña colada cocktail with rum, Wildhawk's co-bar manager Christian “Suzu” Suzki set out to do something different and crafted a brightly colored [scotch whisky colada](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gold-rush-cocktail-mix). Dubbed Mekong Sleepwalker, this remixed version of a classic cocktail served in San Francisco, California is made with ube extract, a blend of two coconut milks and orange. Earthy, amethyst-colored cocktails are having a moment in San Francisco's bar scene thanks to ube, a [purple yam](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purple-ube-chocolate) originally from the Philippines. The mild, nutty and sweet tuber is appealing for its ability to add a vibrant purple color to food and beverages without the need for chemical additives. This globally inspired flavor is popping up in Filipino-inspired cocktails that help to share globally inspired experiences in an [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ube-royale-cheesecake)-worthy way. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 10% - 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 - **Purple Yam Cocktails:** Creating cocktails with purple yams as the key ingredient to add natural color, flavor and a global flair. - **Alternative Spirit Mixology:** Experimenting with alternative spirits to create unique and intriguing cocktails that appeal to adventurous and curious drinkers. - **Coconut Milk Blends:** Using a blend of coconut milks to add creaminess and depth of flavor to cocktails while offering a dairy-free option for consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Beverage:** Developing new and innovative cocktail offerings that utilize unique ingredients and flavor combinations to appeal to consumers looking for exotic and Instagram-worthy experiences. - **Hospitality:** Incorporating global and cultural influences into drink menus to create a unique and memorable experience for guests at bars and restaurants. - **Food & Beverage:** Developing complementary food and snack offerings that pair well with innovative and adventurous cocktails, creating a complete experience for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ube-Coconut Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/konas-street-market.md) - [Purple Yam Liqueurs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ube-cream-liqueur.md) - [Ube Espresso Martinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ube-espresso-martini.md) - [Purplish Ube-Flavored Gins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/james-bay-distillers-berry-ube-gin.md) - [Vibrant Whisky Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/single-malt-cocktails.md) - [Golden Hour-Inspired Cocktail Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-hour-cocktail.md) - [Purple Yam Iced Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ube-brulee-iced-latte.md) - [Boozy Tropical Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tipsy-scoop-100-coconuts.md) - [Fall-Ready Scotch Whisky Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scotch-whiskey-cocktail1.md)