# Maple Mint Cocktails This Seasonal Vodka Spritzer Recipe is a Refreshing Springtime Beverage By Alyson Wyers | Published 2016-04-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vodka-spritzer References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/sarahaspler/spike-your-maple-syrup) & [healthyseasonalrecipes](http://www.healthyseasonalrecipes.com/maple-mint-vodka-spritzer/) This tasty vodka spritzer combines the unusual flavors of maple and mint. Created by Katie at the food blog Healthy Seasonal Recipes, the homemade maple mint vodka spritzer recipe makes a boozy cocktail perfectly suitable for the spring season. The simple, sweet and refreshing beverage can be easily turned into a [non-alcoholic virgin version](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-virgin) using more seltzer water or something similarly fizzy. To give these drinks a try at home, you will need delicious ingredients such as [fresh mint leaves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mint-liqueur), dark pure maple syrup, vodka, seltzer water and ice. The light libations can easily carry you into summer. The festive splash of green also gives them a decorative look ideal for serving at parties or other special events. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Maple-mint Flavor Combinations:** Exploring unique and unexpected flavor pairings, such as maple and mint, creates opportunities for innovative food and beverage products. - **Homemade Cocktail Recipes:** The growing popularity of homemade cocktail recipes provides an opportunity for brands to create DIY cocktail kits or offer customized cocktail ingredients. - **Non-alcoholic Alternatives:** The rising demand for non-alcoholic beverages opens up possibilities for creating virgin versions of popular cocktails, like a non-alcoholic maple mint spritzer. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Incorporating maple-mint flavors into various food and beverage products allows companies to tap into the growing consumer interest in unique flavors. - **Hospitality and Events:** Creating signature cocktails, like maple mint spritzers, for parties and special events adds a unique touch to the hospitality industry. - **Alcohol and Spirits:** Introducing maple-mint-infused spirits or ready-to-drink maple mint cocktails appeals to consumers seeking innovative and refreshing alcoholic beverages. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Maple Syrup-Flavored Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canadian-maple-syrup-soda.md) - [Maple Grenadine Cocktail Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-grenadine.md) - [Festive Peppermint Mocha Martinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peppermint-mocha-martini.md) - [Tart-Sweet Seasonal Spritzes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/q-cranberry-pomegranate-spritz.md) - [Italy-Inspired Refreshing Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixly-cocktail-co.md) - [Hard Soft Drink Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottlegreen-vodka-spritz.md) - [Summertime Evening-Inspired Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cathead-sparkling-sunsetters.md) - [Botanical-Infused RTD Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ketel-one-botanical-vodka.md) - [Mocktail-Style Sparkling Waters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nojito.md)