The New Watermelon Mojito Smoothie is a Refreshing Summer Sipper
Katherine Pendrill — July 7, 2016 — Lifestyle
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Tropical Smoothie Cafe recently expanded its summer menu with the addition of the new Watermelon Mojito smoothie. Over the years, there has been major crossover between alcoholic beverages and non-alcoholic drinks. This new smoothie draws inspiration from a popular cocktail to give consumers a refreshing summer drink option.
The new Watermelon Mojito smoothie from Tropical Smoothie Cafe is a seasonal drink made from fresh watermelon and strawberries. To give the smoothie a distinct Mojito-inspired flavor, the drink is infused with lime and mint.
Rounding out the summer menu, the chain has also brought back its Thai Chicken flavors, which can be enjoyed in the form of a salad or a hearty wrap. Those who like a little bit of heat can also enjoy a spicy version of each dish made with Frank's Sweet Chili Sauce and a Sriracha-infused aioli.
The new Watermelon Mojito smoothie from Tropical Smoothie Cafe is a seasonal drink made from fresh watermelon and strawberries. To give the smoothie a distinct Mojito-inspired flavor, the drink is infused with lime and mint.
Rounding out the summer menu, the chain has also brought back its Thai Chicken flavors, which can be enjoyed in the form of a salad or a hearty wrap. Those who like a little bit of heat can also enjoy a spicy version of each dish made with Frank's Sweet Chili Sauce and a Sriracha-infused aioli.
Trend Themes
1. Alcoholic-non-alcoholic Crossover - The crossover between alcoholic beverages and non-alcoholic drinks presents opportunities for creating innovative cocktail-inspired smoothies.
2. Seasonal Fruit Infusions - Using seasonal fruits like watermelon and strawberries in smoothies provides an opportunity for creating refreshing and flavorful summer sippers.
3. Spicy Flavor Variations - Offering spicy versions of popular dishes with sauces like Frank's Sweet Chili Sauce and Sriracha-infused aioli adds a kick to the menu and taps into the trend for bold flavors.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry can tap into the trend of cocktail-inspired smoothies by creating innovative flavors and combinations.
2. Restaurant Industry - Restaurants can capitalize on the demand for refreshing summer drinks by featuring seasonal fruit-infused smoothies on their menus.
3. Spicy Sauce Manufacturers - Spicy sauce manufacturers can partner with restaurants to create unique spicy flavor variations for popular dishes, adding a new dimension to their product offerings.
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