# Refreshing Finnish Cocktails The Finnish Long Drink's Zero Sugar Variety Pack Clears Up Confusion By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2025-04-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-sugar-variety-pack References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-finnish-long-drink-launches-new-zero-sugar-variety-pack-by-kindly-asking-please-stop-calling-us-a-seltzer-302435948.html)  The Finnish Long Drink launched a [Zero Sugar Variety Pack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dripdrop-hydration-expands) that aims to clear up confusion while delivering delicious refreshment with [zero carbs and just 99 calories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vodka-refreshers) per 12-ounce serving—one of the lowest-calorie options in the category. "Since we launched in 2018, we've had hundreds of thousands people post, comment, or mistakenly tell their friends that Long Drink is their favorite seltzer," says one of the Finnish co-founders of The Finnish Long Drink, Sakari Manninen, "Finnish tradition values being both kind and clear. So we figured it was time to share a little friendly correction: what you're enjoying isn't a seltzer. It's a Long Drink." Long Drink introduced its Zero Sugar Citrus flavor in 2019, and demand for more light, refreshing options with 0% sugar led to the launch of the Zero Sugar Variety Pack with two new pack-exclusive flavors: Zero Sugar Peach and Zero Sugar Pineapple. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 39% - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Zero-sugar Beverages:** Growing consumer demand for health-conscious alternatives drives innovation in zero-sugar alcoholic beverages, offering guilt-free indulgence. - **Variety Packs Innovation:** Variety packs cater to consumers' desire for diverse flavor experiences, providing companies the opportunity to test new products and increase brand loyalty. - **Clear Branding and Marketing:** Clear communication and branding correction demonstrate the importance of educating consumers, paving the way for more transparent product marketing. ### Where This Applies - **Alcoholic Beverage Industry:** The alcoholic beverage industry is evolving with a focus on healthier options, such as low-calorie and zero-sugar drinks, to meet modern consumer preferences. - **Flavored Beverage Industry:** Flavored beverages are experiencing a surge in innovation to satisfy the refined palate of health-conscious consumers looking for unique taste experiences. - **Marketing and Branding Sector:** Contemporary marketing strategies emphasize the necessity of clear product classification and branding to eliminate consumer confusion and build trust. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Raspberry Ready-to-Drink Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/long-drink-raspberry.md) - [Refreshing No-Alcohol Seltzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/say-seltzer.md) - [Multi-Alcohol Variety Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drink-variety-pack.md) - [Zesty Lemon Seltzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-sugar-lemon.md) - [One-Cent 6-Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-finnish-long-drink-kalsarikannit.md) - [Finnish Long Drink Acquisitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finnish-long-drink.md) - [Zero-Sugar Vodka-Based Seltzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/global-brands.md) - [Low-Sugar Italian Sparkling Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-sparkling-drinks.md) - [Low-Calorie Seltzer Variety Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seltzer-variety-pack.md)