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# Tea-Infused Carbonated Drinks
Sound Sparkling Tea Beverages Share Unique Flavor Pairings in Cans

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-09-13 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sparkling-tea-beverages
References: [bevnet](https://www.bevnet.com/news/2018/expo-east-2018-new-products-preview) & [soundtea](https://www.soundtea.com/)

In addition to selling sparkling tea beverages in a bottled format, Sound Sparkling Tea will be unveiling its tea-infused sparkling water products in tall, slim cans at this year's Natural Products Expo East. The [unsweetened tea-infused sparkling water](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unsweetened-soft-drinks) drinks will be available in 12-ounce cans in a number of varieties, including 'Blueberry + Cinnamon & Hibiscus,' 'Orange + Vanilla & Black Tea,' as well as 'Grapefruit + Lavender & Ginger Tea.'

While many health-conscious consumers are no longer interested in consuming very sugary sodas that are packed with artificial ingredients, sparkling water has emerged as a refreshing alternative. The beverages, free from undesirable additives, have the potential to be naturally flavored and all the while, satisfy those who are looking for a [lightly carbonated soda alternative](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soda-inspired-sparkling-water).

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.6/10
- Popularity: 42% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Sparkling Water Beverages:** There is an opportunity for brands to create innovative sparkling water beverages with unique flavor pairings, providing a healthier alternative to traditional sodas.
- **Tea-infused Drinks:** Tea-infused drinks offer an opportunity to combine the popularity of tea flavors with the refreshing qualities of carbonated beverages, creating a unique and enticing product.
- **Natural Flavored Canned Beverages:** The market for naturally flavored canned beverages is growing, presenting an opportunity for brands to offer unsweetened and additive-free options that cater to health-conscious consumers.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Beverage Industry:** The beverage industry can explore the creation of tea-infused sparkling water products and unique flavor combinations to tap into the growing demand for healthier and natural alternatives.
- **Health and Wellness Industry:** The health and wellness industry can embrace the trend of tea-infused carbonated drinks by promoting the benefits of unsweetened beverages and natural flavors.
- **Natural Products Industry:** The natural products industry can capitalize on the demand for naturally flavored canned beverages by offering a wide range of options that cater to consumers seeking healthier drink alternatives.

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