# Donut-Inspired Ciders This Unique Cider Combines Blueberry, Basil and Bourbon By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2022-01-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-cider References: [brewbound](https://www.brewbound.com/news/portland-cider-co-releases-blueberry-bourbon-basil-in-collaboration-with-blue-star-donuts) & [portlandcider](https://www.portlandcider.com)  Portland Cider Company, an Oregon-based independent cider company that has made a name for itself by bringing English techniques of handcrafted cider to the northwest U.S., has launched a truly unique cider that inspired by a an equally unique donut flavor. The [Blueberry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkin-and-harpoon) Bourbon Basil was developed as part of a collaboration with Portland-based [Blue Star Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-and-buried), with a flavor profile that is inspired by Blue Star's highly popular Blueberry Bourbon Basil donut. As a result, this [unique cider borrows from the donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jam-doughnut-daiquiri)' unique flavor profile by offering a combination of vibrant blueberries, deliciously fresh basil and oak-aged bourbon. Set to be made available in six-packs at locations across Oregon, Northern California and Washington, this one-of-a-kind cider will appeal to both cider connoisseurs as well as donut aficionados. Image Credit: Portland Cider Co. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 11% - 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) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Donut-flavored Beverages:** Opportunity to create unique alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages inspired by popular donut flavors. - **Collaborative Product Development:** Opportunity to collaborate with local food businesses to create innovative and interesting flavor combinations. - **Craft Cider Industry:** Opportunity to create and market high-quality, handcrafted ciders with unique flavor profiles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Alcohol Manufacturing:** Opportunity for alcohol manufacturers to experiment with new flavor combinations and appeal to a wider audience. - **Food and Beverage Retail:** Opportunity for retailers to stock unique and interesting products that appeal to both cider and donut-lovers. - **Food and Beverage Service:** Opportunity for bars and restaurants to offer unique drink options that draw in customers with adventurous palates. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cold Brew Coffee Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-cider.md) - [Cocktail-Inspired Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pear-lychee-cider.md) - [Berry-Laden Hard Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berryladen-hard-ciders.md) - [Blueberry Rosé Hard Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blueberry-ros-hard-cider.md) - [Summertime Cider Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cider-collection.md) - [Maple Bacon-Flavored Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-bacon-flavored-cider.md) - [Cider Donut Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-cider-donut-ice-cream.md) - [Gin Barrel Aged Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aged-cider.md) - [Dragon Fruit-Infused Hard Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragon-fruit-hard-cider.md)