# Whimsical Unicorn Cocktails These Colorful Beverages Take Inspiration from Glittery Magical Ponies By M | Published 2015-09-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn-cocktail References: [sheknows](http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/1097047/unicorn-inspired-cocktails) & [sheknows](http://www.sheknows.com/) This collection of three tantalizing [boozy beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luminair-cocktail-bar) feature a series of [unicorn cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn-whiskey) inspired by the glittery magical ponies famous in mythology. These drinks range in color, decoration and flavor with comical names based off the popular horned horse. Each of these cocktails by lifestyle blog She Knows focus on a different aspect of the popular unicorn legend. The first is called Unicorn Tears and features a beverage made from blue curacao, vodka, gin and edible white and red glitter. The Unicorn Kiss cocktail is similar to a milkshake consistency with a bright pink hue made from edible glitter, Grand Marnier, cream and cherry juice. The last cocktail is a bit darker in theme known as Unicorn's Revenge in spite of all those that hunt the magical beast. This cocktail is made from blue and purple edible glitter, vermouth, lychee juice, violet flower syrup and sparkling water. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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's Driving This Trend - **Unicorn Cocktails:** Creating more unique and whimsical cocktail flavors inspired by popular concepts is a great way to attract a new, trendy and younger consumer base. - **Edible Glitter:** The use of edible glitter adds a fun and playful element to drinks and opens the doors for more experimentation and unique presentation ideas, which could also be applied to other food and beverage products. - **Mythology-inspired Beverages:** Incorporating mythical creatures like unicorns or other popular characters from folklore or pop culture is a great marketing strategy that can appeal to a wide range of individuals. ### Who This Affects Most - **Alcoholic Beverages Industry:** The alcoholic beverage industry can make use of this trend by exploring more creative and unique cocktails that target a younger and trendier audience. - **Hospitality Industry:** Hotels, restaurants, and bars can use the idea of creating unique and playful cocktails as a means of attracting more customers looking for fun and exciting experiences. - **Food Industry:** Other areas of the food industry can also explore incorporating edible glitter to add a playful and whimsical touch to their products and packaging. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsical Unicorn-Inspired Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn-dreams-slush.md) - [Ube-Coconut Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/konas-street-market.md) - [Cosmic-Inspired Ready-to-Drink Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joshing-cocktails.md) - [Green Movie-Celebrating Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emerald-elixir.md) - [Unicorn-Inspired Dessert Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn-crispy-bar.md) - [Mythically Inspired Ice Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn-twist-pops.md) - [Clarified Cereal Milk Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-neon-milk-punch.md) - [Musical-Inspired Whimsical Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theatrical-drinks.md) - [Unicorn-Shaped Gummy Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haribo-unicornilicious.md)