# Festive Melon Desserts How Sweet It Is' Watermelon Granita is Spiked with a Shot of Coconut Rum By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2015-03-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-granita References: [howsweeteats](http://www.howsweeteats.com/2013/07/boozy-watermelon-granitas-with-coconut-whipped-cream/) When the warm weather hits on the first of July, it calls for a summer celebration with alcohol, a red and white dessert and refreshing fruit—all of which can be found in this watermelon granita recipe. The festive recipe from the How Sweet It Is blog calls for just four simple ingredients, including fresh watermelon cubes, sugar, coconut milk and a shot of [coconut rum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malibu-and-dole). Although this recipe could probably be made without the alcohol for a version of this treat that the whole family could enjoy, this addition adds an extra dose of tropical flavor to the [semi-frozen dessert](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocktail-mini-pots). Presented in a clear glass jar, layering the [watermelon granita with whipped cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cream-and-wine) is a perfect way to ring in the arrival of Canada Day. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Fruit-based Desserts:** Opportunity for innovative product lines that incorporate fruits in new and creative ways beyond traditional desserts. - **Alcohol-infused Treats:** Chance to create spiked versions of classic dessert recipes that appeal to adults and add an extra layer of flavor. - **Layered Desserts:** Potential to create visually impressive desserts by layering various ingredients in a clear glass container. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity to create new product lines that incorporate these trends in a variety of flavors and with unique branding and marketing strategies. - **Hospitality:** Chance to incorporate these trendy dessert offerings into restaurant menus and special event catering services. - **Health and Wellness:** Opportunity to create healthy versions of these desserts that appeal to health-conscious consumers, such as using natural sweeteners and non-alcoholic substitutes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fruit-Forward Summertime Gins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tamworth-garden-watermelon-flavored-gin.md) - [RTD Watermelon Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-vodka.md) - [Rum-Infused Tropical Sorbets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daiquiri-sorbet.md) - [Watermelon-Inspired Ice Cream Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wattamelon-sherbet-cake.md) - [Alcohol-Infused Sorbets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiked-cocktail-sorbet.md) - [Watermelon-Infused Canned Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-crush.md) - [Boozy Tropical Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tipsy-scoop-100-coconuts.md) - [Memorial Day-Inspired Rtd Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-white-blue-cocktail-pack.md) - [Festive Cranberry Margaritas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cranberry-margarita.md)