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Rebecca Connors • February 25, 2026

5 Ways Bar Owners Can Transform Their Marketing Strategy in 2026

TL;DR Bar owners in 2026 need more than great drinks to stand out. The most successful bars use experiential marketing, themed events, and personalized beverages to create shareable moments that drive social buzz and repeat visits. Tools like the Ripple Maker Drink Printer turn every drink into branded content – helping your bar market itself

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Rebecca Connors • February 8, 2026

Valentine’s Day Hosting Tips: Create a Romance-Ready Experience with Ripples

Valentine’s Day has a particular energy. People like to celebrate, show up a little more dressed up & are more ready to be impressed. It’s the kind of night where details matter, not because guests are picky, but because they want the evening to feel like it was designed for them. That’s exactly why Valentine’s

Rebecca Connors • December 3, 2025

4 WAYS COFFEE SHOPS, BARS, AND RESTAURANTS CAN BOOST HOLIDAY SALES AND FOOT TRAFFIC

The holiday rush is here and your customers are ready to celebrate. Industry data shows restaurant sales climbed nearly 8 percent during the most recently reported holiday season. People are out shopping, meeting friends, and looking for some holiday magic. With the right touches, any venue can turn that seasonal cheer into higher foot traffic

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Rebecca Connors • September 22, 2025

10 Fall Drink Trends for 2025 to Boost Sales and Foot Traffic

From seasonal cocktails to cold foam coffee and dessert-inspired beers, learn how to boost foot traffic, increase check sizes, and turn every drink into a shareable experience with these fall drink trends.

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Stephanie Morrison • June 26, 2025

Summer 2025 Cocktail Trends

See the top Summer 2025 coffee trends like sustainability, wellness drinks, and shareable designs, that drive café traffic and keep customers coming back.

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Rebecca Connors • February 25, 2025

Netflix Bites Brings Next-Level Experiential Dining to Las Vegas With Ripples Drink Prints

Netflix Bites uses the Ripple Maker drink printer to help create on-the-spot customization for one special experiential cocktail experience

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Stephanie Morrison • February 11, 2025

7 Must-Try Valentine’s Day Ideas Featuring Ripples Drink Art

Valentine’s Day is less than a week away, and if you’re not using Ripples for your marketing, you’re missing out on a major opportunity. From driving foot traffic to increasing social media engagement, custom-printed drinks and desserts are a proven way to capture attention, spark organic reach, and boost ROI. Check out how these bars

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Stephanie Morrison • January 15, 2025

Make Your Restaurant Stand Out on Valentine’s Day with Ripples

Valentine’s Day is big business in the restaurant industry. The stakes are high, especially if you’re counting on a strong night to help you bounce back from a slow start to 2025. Research shows it’s the second-busiest night of the year with 32% of consumers planning a special night out, and the average check size

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Stephanie Morrison • January 8, 2025

5 Ways Restaurants Can Fend Off a January Sales Slump

January can be a challenging month for the restaurant industry. After the indulgence of the holiday season, people focus on their New Year’s resolutions, committing to wellness goals and saving money. Add in winter weather across the northern hemisphere and it’s no wonder that some venues struggle to boost sales this time of year. If

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Stephanie Morrison • December 18, 2024

10 Ways F&B Venues Can Use Ripples to Make Moments for their Customers

We’re always talking about how brands and businesses around the world use the Ripple Maker drink printer to create personalized experiences for their customers. But this is a situation where it’s so much easier to show you than it is to tell you. Here are ten occasions in 2024 where cafes, caterers, and restaurants used

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Stephanie Morrison • August 20, 2024

Five Ways to Introduce Ripples to your Customers

Congratulations! You’re the proud new owner of a Ripple Maker. You’ve had your onboarding call, selected your favorite designs on the Ripple Maker and maybe even created some of your own. But now what? Ready to start branding drinks? Here are some easy ways for you to introduce Ripples to your customers: 1. Serve special

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Anna Kalev • July 3, 2024

Game On! Elevate Your Sports Viewing Experience with Ripples

Whether you’re cheering on your favorite team at a local sports bar or in the stadium VIP lounge at a major tournament like Euro 2024 or the Olympics, Ripples can elevate your client viewing experience and add excitement to every match.

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