Coffee trends
From floral creations to Vietnamese specialities
COFFEE CREATIONS WITH ADDED EXTRAS
Besides classic, creamy cappuccinos and powerful espressos, you’re also likely to find new and unusual creations on drinks menus nowadays. One exciting current trend is enhancing the classic coffee aroma with intriguing added ingredients. A hint of spice such as cinnamon or cardamom can give a drink a wonderfully exotic note. Coffee creations with fruit syrup and edible flowers such as jasmine, rose and lavender don’t just give a beverage a unique flavour, they also add to the impressive look and artistic aesthetics of the drink.
Recipe Video: Lavender Latte Macchiato
LACED COFFEE
When temperatures start falling, sales of laced coffees start rising. During the winter months, these kinds of coffee creations, featuring a shot of spirits or liqueur, are very popular. Those ordered most frequently include classic Irish coffee, espresso Martini and the Spanish carajillo.
NUTRIENT-RICH COFFEE WITH MUSHROOMS
All mushrooms have their own particular characteristics and health benefits, which makes them an interesting addition in the creation of healthy coffee alternatives. If you’re curious to put this new trend to the test, you could start off with a mushroom latte or a coffbucha. And if you want to take your nutrition even further, why not try glow coffee, which contains complexion-smoothing collagen.
COFFEE SMOOTHIES
This delicious breakfast alternative will bring variety to your morning routine. Coffee and fruit are the perfect match and give you an energy-boosting start to the day. Give your imagination free rein and create some amazing coffee smoothies! It’s a great way to use up overripe fruit such as bananas, strawberries and mango.
COFFEE-DÉJÀ-VU – TRENDS THAT KEEP COMING BACK
They say that fashions always round again – or never really go away. Popular coffee desserts such as tiramisu latte, Rüdesheimer Kaffee and affogato al caffè are making a comeback. These classics, which were a firm favourite among coffee lovers many years ago, bring a touch of nostalgia with them, as well as innovative new flavours.
Recipe Video: affogato al caffè
FLASH BREW - "COLD BREW ON DEMAND"
One of the most popular summer coffee beverages is flash brew. Compared to cold brew, which has to be steeped for an extended period of time, flash brew allows all coffee connoisseurs to enjoy a refreshing, aromatic coffee without the wait.
VIETNAMESE COFFEE INNOVATIONS
Another trend is combining coffee with condensed milk from Vietnam, a land of breathtaking landscapes, deep valleys and diverse cultures. These creations take flavour experiments to the next level! Some of the most memorable creations include refreshing coconut coffee, yoghurt coffee and salted coffee, in which the sweet condensed milk is paired perfectly with salted cream.
Example: Yoko - Yoghurt Coffee
Get inspired by these recipes
Banana Walnut Barista Cake with chocolate sauce and berries
A harmonious combination of moist cake, crunchy nuts, delicate chocolate sauce, and fresh berries – an irresistible delight that will impress your guests!
Preparation time approx.: approx. 15 minutes + cooling time
Ingredients for 4 slices:
- Banana-Walnut-Cake vegan (39000692)
- 70 g chocolate (70% cocoa solids)
- 70 ml water
- 200 g assorted berries (e.g. blueberries, redcurrants, raspberries), prepared
- Chocolate-coated coffee beans
- Sea salt flakes
- Freeze-dried raspberries and strawberries (as desired)
Step 1
Break the chocolate into small pieces and place in a pan with the water. Melt over a low heat, stirring until it forms a smooth sauce. Leave to cool.
Step 2
Decorate the cake and the plates with the berries, cutting the larger ones into smaller pieces if desired. Drizzle the chocolate sauce over the top.
Step 3
Scatter the coffee beans and salt flakes over the plate and the sauce. Garnish with the dried berries, as desired.
