# Video Game Franchise-Inspired Beers The Second Self Beer Company Triforce IPA is Zelda-Inspired By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-01-31 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triforce-ipa References: [technabob](https://technabob.com/blog/2018/01/26/legend-of-zelda-beer/) & [secondselfbeer](http://www.secondselfbeer.com/triforce) Fans of The Legend of Zelda video game franchise will be pleased to hear about the new [Second Self Beer Company](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caninesupporting-west-coast-ipas) Triforce IPA, which has been crafted from the brewery as a homage to the game series. The beer has a 6.1% ABV and is reported to have a [refreshingly smooth profile](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-day-ipa) that pairs well with barbecue, tacos, fresh vegetables, fromage blanc, ceviche and much more. The [craft libation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galaxy-ripple-imperial-ipa) was created by "beer architect" Jason Santamaria who has been a lifelong fan of the Zelda franchise and longed to create a brew with the name 'Triforce.' Brewed in Atlanta, Georgia, the Second Self Beer Company Triforce IPA is available in the brewery's taproom along with a number of select bars and stores in the area. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Video Game Franchise-inspired Beers:** Creating beers inspired by popular video game franchises is a growing trend. - **Craft Beer Pairing:** Craft breweries are exploring innovative beer profiles that pair well with specific foods. - **Nostalgic Beverages:** Brewers are capitalizing on nostalgia by creating drinks inspired by beloved cultural icons. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Craft Brewing:** Craft beer breweries have the opportunity to create unique and innovative beverages based on popular video game franchises. - **Food and Beverage Pairing:** Restaurants and bars can capitalize on the trend of craft beer pairing by offering curated menus that complement specific beer profiles. - **Beverage Merchandising:** Retailers can benefit from stocking and promoting nostalgic beverage options, such as video game franchise-inspired beers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game-Branded Root Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/assassins-creed-shadows.md) - [Video Game-Themed Canned Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boss-coffee-legend-of-coffees-origin.md) - [Limited-Edition Book-Inspired Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-ipa.md) - [Bold Personality-Packed Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/main-character-energy.md) - [Board Game Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herd-mentality-ipa.md) - [Tropical Hazy IPAs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropical-hazy-ipa.md) - [Video Game-Themed Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/final-fantasy-xiv-whiskeys.md) - [Frozen Pizza-Inspired Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voodoo-ranger-ipizzaa.md) - [Video Game-Themed Bourbons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/assassins-creed-1.md)