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Irish Stout Donuts

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Aungier Danger Created a Chocolate Donut to Pair with a Pint of Guinness

— March 22, 2017 — Lifestyle
In celebration of St. Patrick's Day this year, Aungier Danger, a bakery based in Dublin, Ireland teamed up with Guinness for the creation of a dark chocolate donut that complemened the unique flavors of the iconic stout. The dark cocoa donut was filled with Belgian chocolate mousse and topped with a decadent blackcurrant glaze to pair with the distinctive flavors of Guinness.

To draw even more attention to this collaborative effort, all those with names like Patricks, Patricias, Paddys or similar variants had the chance to enjoy a free donut for the holiday.

To enhance the enjoyment of consuming an alcoholic drink, many adults are taking care to make note of the food pairings that will bring out the best the flavors in their favorite beverages.
Trend Themes
1. Alcohol and Food Pairing - Opportunity to create unique food items that complement specific types of alcoholic drinks
2. Collaborative Food and Beverage Efforts - Opportunity for companies in different industries to collaborate and create unique, attention-grabbing products
3. Holiday-themed Products - Opportunity to create seasonal items that appeal to a specific demographic or audience
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Opportunities for bakeries and breweries to collaborate and create unique products that complement each other
2. Hospitality - Opportunity for restaurants and bars to offer unique food and drink pairings, as well as promotions for specific holidays
3. Marketing and Advertising - Opportunity to create targeted promotions for specific demographics (in this case, those with St. Patrick's Day-related names) that draw excitement and attention to a product
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