# Caramel-Flavored Stevia Sweeteners SweetLeaf's Sweet Drops are Now Available in More Variations By Riley von Niessen | Published 2017-08-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-drops References: [amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LWP3H3D?th=1&tag=trenhunt0f-20) & [shopsweetleaf](http://www.shopsweetleaf.com/50ml-liquid-stevia-caramel/) Consumers who are looking for an [alternative to traditional flavored syrups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-calorie-beverage-sauce) that make use of refined sugars or controversial ingredients like aspartame are likely to appreciate one of [SweetLeaf's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweetleafs-water-drops) newest addition to its Sweet Drops series: a subtle caramel flavor. Although the brand has already released its stevia sweeteners in a number of different fruity flavors to add to water, and put its products into virtually every kind of packaging to make them more accessible to consumers, its dessert-inspired Sweet Drops allow it to be used for a whole new range of purposes. Specifically, the formula was devised to complement [coffee-based drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clean-label-coffee-syrup), with the browned sugar taste adding a unique flavor without adding on any extra calories. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - 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) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Alternative Sweeteners:** The rise in popularity of alternative sweeteners opens up opportunities for companies to develop new and innovative products to cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Natural Flavored Syrups:** The demand for natural flavored syrups without refined sugars or artificial ingredients creates a market for companies to create unique and healthier options for consumers. - **Functional Beverage Enhancers:** The introduction of dessert-inspired flavor enhancers for coffee-based drinks presents a chance for companies to tap into the growing market of functional beverage products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Companies in the food and beverage industry can capitalize on the trend of caramel-flavored stevia sweeteners by developing new and innovative products that cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can explore the market for alternative sweeteners and natural flavored syrups by providing healthier options to consumers who seek to reduce their sugar intake. - **Coffee and Tea:** The coffee and tea industry can take advantage of the demand for functional beverage enhancers by incorporating dessert-inspired flavors like caramel to attract consumers looking for unique and indulgent beverages. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flavor-Enhancing Hydration Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweetleafs-water-drops.md) - [Zero-Sugar Caramel Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zevia-salted-caramel-soda.md) - [Low-Sugar Cafe Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-frappuccino-caramel-no-added-sugar.md) - [Sugar-Free Caramel Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-free-caramelicious.md) - [Free-From Liquid Sweeteners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zerup.md) - [All-Natural Low-Glycemic Sweeteners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reduced-calorie-sweetener.md) - [Caramel-Flavored Liquid Coffee Creamers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-coffee-creamer.md) - [Brown Sugar-Inspired Sweeteners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iconisweet-gold-sweetener.md) - [Low-Sugar Seasonal Creamers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramel-apple-crumble-oat-creamer.md)