# Energy-Boosting Fruit Drinks Smoothie King SK Refreshers Come Served Over Ice By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2024-02-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sk-refreshers References: [fastfoodpost](https://www.fastfoodpost.com/smoothie-king-tests-new-sk-refreshers/) & [smoothieking](https://www.smoothieking.com)  The [Smoothie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revitalizing-smoothies) King SK Refreshers are being test marketed by the brand as a series of drinks perfect for consumers to try out as an alternative way to [boost their energy levels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/energy-refresca) and more. The drinks come as the brand's first-ever that's [served over ice](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-iced-energy) rather than blended and are shaken-to-order with 60mg of caffeine in each 20-ounce serving. The drinks are also crafted with whole fruits like pineapple and strawberry in the mix alongside real juice to provide antioxidants like vitamins A and E. The drinks have less than 10-grams of added sugar in each 20-ounce serving , and are free from artificial flavors and preservatives. The Smoothie King SK Refreshers come in Pineapple Mango Lemonade, Strawberry Guava Lemonade, Strawberry Guava and Pineapple Mango flavors. Image Credit: Smoothie King ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 21% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Energy-boosting Drinks:** The Smoothie King SK Refreshers offer a convenient and refreshing way for consumers to boost their energy levels with a variety of fruit flavors and added caffeine. - **Shaken-to-order Refreshments:** The introduction of the Smoothie King SK Refreshers showcases a shift towards serving drinks over ice and the opportunity for customization and on-the-go consumption. - **Health-conscious Beverages:** With whole fruits, real juice, and minimal added sugar, the Smoothie King SK Refreshers cater to health-conscious consumers seeking nutritious and flavorful options. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Smoothie/juice Bars:** The Smoothie King SK Refreshers present an opportunity for smoothie and juice bar businesses to expand their beverage offerings and attract health-conscious customers. - **Cafes/coffee Shops:** Cafes and coffee shops can embrace the trend of energy-boosting drinks by incorporating the Smoothie King SK Refreshers into their menu, catering to customers looking for alternative sources of energy. - **Convenience Stores:** By stocking the Smoothie King SK Refreshers, convenience stores can tap into the market of on-the-go consumers seeking healthy and refreshing beverages with added energy benefits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Summer-Ready Refreshing Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sk-refresherss.md) - [Hydrating Summer Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revitalizing-smoothies.md) - [Energy-Boosting QSR Lemonades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caffeinated-lemonades.md) - [Better-For-You Slushie-Style Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slushiestyle-drinks.md) - [Energy-Boosting Tea-Based Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hteao-refreshers.md) - [Recovery-Promoting Blueberry Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blueberry-tart-cherry-smoothie.md) - [Caffeine-Free Summertime Cafe Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tim-hortons-refreshers.md) - [Hydrating Summertime Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xtreme-watermelon-smoothie.md) - [Eye-Catching Dual-Fruit Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jamba-over-ice-drinks.md)