Onion Coffee? Here’s What You Need to Know About the Latest TikTok Trend

The latest TikTok trend, the Scallion Latte, involves putting onions in coffee, creating a bold and unique flavor profile. Originating in China, this trend has gained attention online with mixed reactions, as some find the combination intriguing while others are put off by it. The Scallion Latte is part of a broader trend of using unconventional ingredients in coffee, such as oyster coffee and soy sauce lattes.

TikTok has become a hub for innovative coffee trends, with creations like Dalgona Coffee and Proffee gaining popularity. Coffeehouses are taking note of these trends and incorporating them into their menus, with Peet's Coffee introducing sparkling beverages inspired by TikTok trends. The commercialization of unique food and drink items and the influence of viral trends on businesses are also being discussed as coffee shops adapt to these new trends.