These February 2017 alcohol trends cover a diverse selection of products, with exclusive Irish spirits, beers with flavors to complement seasonal changes and charitable tiger-branded rums being just a few examples.
One particularly strange product that's included in these February 2017 alcohol trends is Native Bar's insect-covered cocktails. Based in Singapore, the company has garnered global recognition for its odd concoctions. For the 'Antz Cocktail,' Native Bar uses Thai rum, aged sugarcane, coconut yogurt, salt, soursop and baked tapioca. Most interesting however are the toppings, which include weaves ants, a liquid nitrogen-frozen leaf and cubes of basil meringue. Reportedly, the insects have a unique sour flavor that complements the rest of the flavors flawlessly.
Also included are the House of Elrick's Loch Ness gins, which are made with water from the iconic lake in Scotland that's said to host the great mythical monster. Apart from the lake's filtered and distilled water, the gin includes hand-picked botanicals like juniper, coriander seeds and angelica root.
Top 35 Alcohol Trends in February
From Gaelic Highlands Scotches to 50-Year-Old Whiskeys:
Riley von Niessen — Feb 19, 2017 — Lifestyle
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Multi-Lingual Beer Branding
Bionic Brew Features Playful, Futuristic Branding
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Whiskey-Branded Coffee
Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey Coffee Blends Coffee with Whiskey's Taste
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Connected Cocktail Libraries
Pernod Ricard's Opn Cocktail Mixer is Debuting at CES 2017
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Medieval Series-Themed Bars
The Pop-Up Geeks Created a Game of Thrones Bar in Edinburgh, Scotland
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Gold Foil-Wrapped Wine Bottles
This Vin Santo is Decorated with a Precious Metal
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Gameshow-Inspired Drinking Games
The 'DRINKO' Drinking Shot Game is Modeled After Plinko
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Exclusive Irish Spirits
Glendaloug Released a Limited-Edition Sloe Gin for the Winter Season
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Botanical Cocktail Syrups
Cahoots Cocktail Co. Adds Flavor to Alcoholic Drinks
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Super-Premium Tequila Collections
'Volcan de mi Tierra' Tequila is Grown from Volcanic Soil
25
Mail-Friendly Wine Bottles
'Garçon Wines' Has Created a Bottle That Fits Though a Letterbox
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Donut-Topped Boozy Cocoas
The Red Wine Hot Chocolates are Inspired by Outrageous Milkshakes
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Citrusy Handcrafted Vodkas
Whitley Neill New Blood Orange Vodka is Made with Sicilian Oranges
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DIY Cognac Pop-Ups
La Maison Remy Martin Offered Members the Chance to Blend Their Own Cognac
21
40-Year-Old Scotch Whiskies
Deanston 40 Year Old is a Premium Whisky for Discerning Drinkers
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Premium Blended Whiskeys
Johnnie Walker Gold Reserve is Reviving the Prestige of Blended Spirits
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Ant-Filled Cocktails
Native's Unique Bar Cocktail is Topped with an Edible Insect Garnish
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Color-Coordinated Vodka Branding
The Absolut + Pantone Brand Concept Merges Color and Flavor
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Craft Chocolate Chip Stouts
This Chocolate Beer Blend Boasts Cocoa and Black Raspberry Notes
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Premium Bartending Books
'Where Bartenders Drink' Offers Insight into Some of the Best Bars
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Agency-Designed Beer Kits
The Agency Los Figaro Offered End of Year Gifts for Clients
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Limited-Edition Gold Vodkas
'Beluga Celebration' Honors the Brand's 115th Anniversary
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Premium Trinidadian Rums
'Angostura 1787' Rum Celebrates Trinidad's Historic Sugar Industry
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Millennial Scotch Whiskeys
Macallan Edition No. 1 is Being Marketed to Millennials on Instagram
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Charitable Tiger Rums
'Wild Tiger Rum' Features Bold, Tiger-Striped Packaging
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Yuzu-Flavored Liqueur
Marie Brizard is Introducing a New Liqueur Based on the Japanese Fruit
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Yuzu Pale Ales
Insight Garden Brewery's Range Includes a Japanese-Inspired Craft Beer
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Premium Tequila Trios
The Tequila Corralejo Brand Now Includes Three Premium Expressions
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Loch Ness Gins
House of Elrick is a Premium Gin Brand that Uses Water from the Historic Lake
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Whimsical Boozy Milkshakes
Milk Bar at The Cosmopolitan Offers a Fitting Drink for Las Vegas
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Yuzu Cocktail Bitters
Miracle Mile Bitters Co. Offers Bitters of the Japanese Citrus
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Gaelic Highlands Scotches
Usquaebach 'An Ard Ri Cask Strength' is a High-Proof Blend
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Celebratory Half-Century Whiskeys
The Dalmore 50 Single Malt Scotch Whiskey is a Lavish Libation
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Unique Small-Batch Whiskeys
Strathearn Distillery's 'Uisge Beatha' is Matured in Small Casks
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Seasonal Change Beers
These Two New Beers from Samuel Adams Capture Seasonal Flavors
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Summer-Ready Scotch Whisky Cocktails
Glenfiddich Highlights Refreshing Summer Cocktail Recipes
Non-Alcoholic Mocktail Launches
Molson Coors Taps Naked Life for its New Non-Alcoholic Expansion
New Year Whiskey Pop-Ups
Glenfiddich Offers a New Year Iteration of Its Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Non-Alcoholic Whiskey Cocktails
Dank & Dry Old Fashioned Uses Non-Psychoactive Cannabis Terpenes
Luxury Private Label Spirits
The Harvey Nichols Christmas Drinks Range 2023 is Holiday-Ready
Sober October Campaigns
Kit NA Brewing Launched 'Under Your Own Influence Sober October'
Premium High-ABV Cocktails
DIO Canned Cocktails are Low in Sugar & Calories with 15% ABV
Refreshed Boozeless Beverage Ranges
Liquid Intelligence Zero-Proof Line Introduces aēlo
Summer-Ready Scotch Whisky Pairings
The Balvenie Makes Pairing Suggestions for Its High-End Range
Rich Single-Malt Whiskies
Tomintoul Single Malt Scotch Whisky Arrives as a New Alcohol Option
Ready-to-Pour Tinned Spirits
Departed Spirits Disrupts the Category with Flask-Like Packaging
Ready-to-Serve Canned Mocktails
Mocktails Uniquely Crafted Makes Convenient Cocktail Alternatives
Bar-Quality Canned Cocktails
Wonderland Cocktails Launched Five New Canned Refreshments
Pre-Mixed Premium Cocktails
MOJT's Ready-to-Serve Bottled Cocktails Cater to Gen Z
Artisan Whiskey Collections
Diageo's Spirited Xchange Collection is Curated and Rare
Fruity Alcoholic Teas
Local Beverages Iced Tea Seltzers are Available in Five Distinct Flavors
Wild-Fermented Ginger Beers
Gingerbug is Canada's First Probiotic Ginger Beer
Fall-Ready Scotch Whisky Cocktails
Glenfiddich Boasts Delicious and High-end Cocktail Recipes
Futuristic Luxury Gins
Just 3,000 Bottles of Brockmans' Wÿld Gin Will Debut in 2025
Hot Toddy Sorbets
Jeni's and Uncle Nearest's Debuted the Hot Toddy Sorbet in Time for Winter
Celebratory Whisky Day Campaigns
Glenfiddich Invites Canadians to Mark World Whisky Day
Game-Inspired Whiskey Labels
Ballantine’s is Launching Dota 2-Themed Whisky Bottles in China
Alcoholic Honey-Flavored RTDs
'Hive20' Offers 'Hard Honey' in a Variety of Canned Flavors
AI-Generated Whiskey Packaging
The Glenlivet's The Twelve Elements Collection Celebrates 200 Years
Alcohol-Infused Whipped Creams
Whipped Fusion Launches Its Flagship Product, So Vanilla
Metallic Whisky Bottle Cases
Philippe Starck Designs the L'Evolution Collection with Mortlach
Influencer-Crafted Gin Cocktails
These Tanqueray Gin Holiday Drinks Celebrate Canadian Traditions
Beer-Cooled Summer Jackets
Tiger Beer is Introducing the Beer-Infused 'Tiger Summer Puffer'
Adaptogenic Craft Mocktails
Zero Proof by Recess Shares Cocktail Flavors Without the Alcohol
Elegant Bottle Re-Designs
Glendalough Distillery Boasts a New Look for Its Irish Gin
Lunar New Year-Inspired Libations
Glenfiddich & Raku Inoue Create A Gift For Blossoming Futures
High-ABV Sparkling Waters
RIKI Spirits' Vodka and Tequila-Based Drinks Come in at 7% ABV
Bar-Quality Cocktail Blends
Fever-Tree Launches the Two New Cocktail Mixer Flavors
Refreshing Canned Tequila Cocktails
The Badwater Tequila RTD Range Responds to Consumer Demand
Spicy-Sweet Glam Bars
The Sweet & Spicy Glam Bar Matches Bold Flavor with Hot Styles
Mixology-Informed Canned Cocktails
Niche Cocktails Introduced Two New Flavors for its RTD Range
Mexican Cuisine Vodka Expansions
Smirnoff Spicy Tamarind Vodka is Launching into the UK Market
Nostalgic Scottish Beer Collections
Vault City Launches the New Irn-Bru-Inspired Beer Lineup
Convenient Bar-Quality Cocktails
These New Moth Canned Cocktails Provide a Premium Pour
Unconventionally Flavored Distillates
Diistil's At-Home Range Includes Varieties Like Soy Sauce
Bar-Strength Gourmet Cocktails
Gather Gourmet Cocktails Put an Indulgent Twist on Classic Serves
Non-Alcoholic Gin Variants
Pernod Ricard Launches the Zero Alcohol Beefeater 0.0%
Natural Honey-Flavored Vodkas
Absolut Hunni is Ready for Use in a Variety of Cocktail Recipes
Two-Ingredient Vodka Campaigns
NEFT Vodka Launched 'Two Ingredients' for National Vodka Day
Culturally Inspired Canned Cocktails
Phreshly Targets Consumers Who are Tired of Hard Seltzers
Naturally-Inspired Whiskey Ranges
The Singleton Garden of Abundance Whiskies Include Four Options
Canned RTD Tea Cocktails
Owl's Brew Launches the New Flavors and Packs Ahead of the Summer
Artisanal High-ABV Cocktails
Art & Rev Canned Craft Cocktails Pack a Punch in Every Serving
RTD No-Alcohol Cocktails
!MPROV Booze-Free Cocktails Take the Work Out of Mixing Quality Drinks
Paper Bottle-Packaged Cocktails
World of Zing Cocktails Come in the Frugalpac Frugal Bottle
Modern Non-Alcoholic Rebrands
Flyers Cocktail Company Has Announced a Comprehensive Brand Update
Scotch Bonnet-Infused Ginger Beers
Uncle Waithley's Ginger Beer is a Caribbean-Inspired Beverage
Caffeinated Alcoholic Coolers
Hooch Launches an Enhanced RTD Canned Range Called Soopa Hooch
Alcohol-Free Canned Cocktails
J2O Mocktails Come in Three Delicious Flavors with Natural Infusions
Hard Soft Drink Refreshments
Bottlegreen Vodka Spritz Was Created with Edwards 1902
Naturally Infused Bourbons
Five Springs Infused Bourbon Debuted for the "Bourbon Curious"
All-Natural Color-Changing Spirts
Unicorn Distillery Makes Transformative Vodka & Tequila
Mixologist-Grade Canned Cocktails
be. Canned Cocktails Come in Five Flavors
Month-Long Martini Events
Tanqueray's Fancy Hour Spotlights Martinis as the Perfect Summer Sipper
Value-Conscious Bottled Cocktails
The Infusionist Bottled Cocktails are Only at ALDI for £8 Each
High-ABV Tailgate Drinks
Big Sipz's Tailgate Tour Shares a Taste of New Ready-to-Drink Flavors
Botanically Brewed Canned Cocktails
Wild Folk's Zero-Proof Cocktails Take Cues from Foraging
Boozy Christmas Cocktail Packs
The Wonderland 12 Cocktails of Christmas is Available from BrewDog
Cask-Matured Gin Spirits
The Islay Cask Matured Gin Range Shares Innovations from The Botanist
American Single Malt Whiskeys
Wolves Has Introduced Its Inaugural Flagship American Single Malt
Sparkling Lavender Mocktails
Blind Tiger's Lavender French 75 Was Inspired by a Historic Cocktail
Non-Alcoholic Tasting Rooms
Wilderton is Opening a Non-Alcoholic Distillery and Tasting Room
Luxurious 46-Year-Old Spirits
Glenglassaugh Debuted a Special Limited-Edition Scotch Whisky
Comforting Cocktail Ice Creams
Jeni's Hot Toddy Sorbet is Arriving for the Cold Winter Months
Non-Alcoholic Scottish Gins
The Ben Lomond Non-Alcoholic Botanical Spirit Has Crisp Bitterness
Festive Cocktail Crackers
Moth's Cocktail Crackers Share Ready-to-Serve Cocktails in a Fun Way
Versatile RTD Cocktails
Diageo Debuts a Ready-to-Drink Cocktail Line Called The Cockail Collection
Flavorful Alcohol-Free Beers
Kingfisher Zero Responds to Consumer Demands
Alcohol-Free Gin Alternatives
Beefeater 0.0% is Citrus & Juniper-Forward with None of the Alcohol
Non-Alcoholic Beer Cocktails
Talon & Tinnie Reinvents the Traditional Boilermaker for Dry January
Rum-Infused Tropical Sorbets
Tipsy Scoop and Bacardí Collaborated on a Fruity Daiquiri Sorbet
Branded Ready-to-Pour Cocktails
These Diageo Ready-to-Serve Cocktails Come in Three Options
Experimental Whisky Expressions
Laphroaig Elements 2.0 Explores a Longer Fermentation Period
Premium Whiskey Seltzers
These Whiskey-Based Hard Seltzers are Refreshing & Low in Calories
Tropical Premixed Mocktails
Caleño's Newest Cocktails are Full of Flavor and No Alcohol
Canned Premium Vodka Cocktails
These Canned Cîroc Cocktails Come in Two Options
Spring-Ready RTD Cocktails
Greenbar Distillery Offers Up Non-Alcoholic and Alcoholic Cocktails
Alcohol-Infused Sorbets
Spiked Cocktail Sorbet Employs Nanoencapsulation Tech
Canned Asian Cocktails
Jumo Makes 8% ABV Sparkling Cocktails So That Drinkers Can Taste the Soju
Japanese Heritage Canned Cocktails
-196 Canned Cocktails Come in Two Flavors with a 6% ABV
Twist-and-Mix Cocktails
Glenlivet Twist & Mix Cocktails Feature First-to-Market Technology
Miami-Themed Anniversary Celebrations
Alchemysts Inc. Recently Marked Its Five-Year Milestone
Lunar New Year Spirits
The Berry Bros. & Rudd 2023 Winter Release Marks the Year of the Dragon
Spent Grain Alcohol Products
These Zenso Alcoholic Beverages Have an Eco-Friendly Profile
Hybrid Cask-Aged Whiskeys
The Glenlivet Rum and Bourbon Fusion Cask is a First for the Category
Sustainable Airline Alcohols
Sustainaholics Unveils a New Spirits Collection for easyJet Flights
Bar-Strength Canned Cocktails
Moth's Cocktails Make It Easy to Appreciate Quality Classics
Sensorial Whiskey Expressions
Egan's Senses Collection Takes Cues from Five Foundational Flavors
Spirit-Based Cold Brews
Kentucky Coffee's Hard Cold Brews Use Premium Coffee-Flavored Whiskey
Bar-Quality Canned Cocktails
These Round Barn Distillery RTD Cocktails Come in Four Flavors
Bar-Quality Canned Cocktails
The Wonderland Canned Cocktails from BrewDog Come in Five Flavors
Tasmanian Single Malt Whiskeys
Rare Hare Spirits Introduces The Tempest Expression
Outdoor Dining Canned Cocktails
Mixtons Canned Cocktails Now Come in Three New Flavors
Champagne-Inspired Whisky Gifts
The Fireball Dragnum Classy Collection Elevates Whisky Occasions
Women Leader-Honouring Initiatives
The Balvenie Recognizes Women Leaders in the Whisky Industry
Collaboration Scottish Soda Cocktails
The Funkin Irn-Bru Vodka Martini Has 5% ABV
Racing-Inspired Spirit Branding
WhistleOig Whiskey & Alfa Romeo F1® Team Stake Team Up
Whimsical Booze-Free Beverages
Everything But The Booze Sells Non-Alcoholic Mocktails in Cans
Tequila Cask-Finished Beers
The Innis & Gunn Tequila Cask Blonde is Arriving Exclusively at ALDI
Alcohol-Free Highball Cocktails
Everleaf and Tayēr + Elementary Created a Juicy, Spicy Mocktail
Transformative Cocktail Menus
The Metamorphosis Menu Explores Fermentation, Oxidation & More
Jamaican Heritage Canned Cocktails
Rum Stripe by Red Stripe Cocktails Come in Three Flavors
Goji-Flavored Vodka Beverages
Tart Berry and Green Tea Flavors Meet in Goji Soju
Collaborative Beer Lineups
Goose Island Beer Co. Debuts a Collaboration with Two Distilleries
Honey-Sweetened Sparkling Cocktails
Fizzy Beez Makes Full-Flavored Sparkling Cocktails with Honey
Alcohol-Free Lavender Bitters
These Alcohol-Free Cocktail Bitters Make Calming Drinks
Fiery Non-Alcoholic Spirits
Talonmore Drinks Company Serves Consumers a New Non-Alcoholic Spirit
Adaptogen-Based Cocktail Packs
Elta Ego Unveils a New Adaptogen-Infused Beverage Lineup
Single-Serve Zero-Alcohol Cocktails
Maya’s Bottled Non-Alcoholic Cocktails Replicate the Classics
Boozy Honey Sticks
Barreled Bee Buzz Sticks are Cocktail-Inspired and Infused with Spirits
Spring-Inspired Whisky Initiatives
Gibson's Finest® Canadian Whisky Introduces Its Spring Serves
Zero-Proof Subscription Boxes
Raising the Bar's Boxes Boast Alcohol-Free Spirits, Mixers, and More
Rum-Inspired Tiki Giveaways
The Sailor Jerry Tiki Swag Kit is Available for World Rum Day
Holiday-Ready Whisky Cocktails
Grant's Whisky Introduces Tailored Cocktails for the Holiday Season
RTD Alcohol-Free Spritzes
Abstinence Spirits' Aperitivos are Low-Sugar & Naturally Colored
Romantic Scotch Whisky Cocktails
Glenfiddich Celebrated Valentine's Day with Special Cocktails
Molecular Technology Whiskey Ranges
Stateless Whiskey Features Spirits Fine-Tuned in the Lab
Refreshing Aperitif Alternatives
The Ritual Zero Proof Aperitif Alternative is Alcohol-Free
Alcohol-Inspired Food Flavorings
These Alcohol-Inspired Flavors Have a Delicious Profile
Low-ABV Canned Cocktails
These Tattersall Distilling Canned Cocktails Come in Three Varieties
Zero-ABV Tequila Alternatives
Seven Giants' Alcohol-Free Tequilas Reinterpret Classic Blends
Classic Ad Campaign Revivals
Seagram's 7 Crown is Reviving Old Ads for Its New Campaign
Award-Winning Drink Recipes
Keegan McGregor is the Newest Diageo WORLD CLASS Canada Bartender 2024
Spirit-Filled Advent Calendars
Craft Gin Club Craft Gin Advent Calendars are Festive and Fun
Cocktail-Inspired Togetherness Activations
Smirnoff's Global Connectivity Initiative Launched
Holiday-Themed Bottled Cocktails
Edmunds Premium Seasonal Cocktails are Ready to Enjoy
Nettle-Infused Gin Spirits
Stirling Gin's Flagship Spirit Features Wild Stirlingshire Nettles
Flexible Festive Cocktails
Everleaf x The Alchemist's Serves Can Be Sipped with or Without Alcohol
High-Strength Gin Spirits
The Botanist's Distiller's Strength Gin Was Crafted for Bartenders
Seasonal Summertime Scotch Spirits
Glenturret Still Life Summer Celebrates the Season
Single Malt Gins
Astraea Spirits' Latest Launch Combines Whisky Techniques & Botanical Flavors
Tropical High-ABV Beverages
Seagram's Escapes Spiked Share Refreshment & a Higher Alcohol Content
Poison-Inspired Cocktails
The Alchemist Serves Drinks from an "Assassin's Teapot"
Natural Whiskey Refreshment Flavorings
The Synergy Flavors Whiskey Flavor Range is Versatile