A new generation of adults is hitting the bar scene, and they're bringing their nostalgia for childhood treats with them. As kids of the 1990s reach the age where they can legally indulge in a cold beer or a cocktail, one unexpected ingredient is making a splash in the mixology world: Yoo-hoo, the rich, creamy, chocolatey drink that was a staple of many '90s kids' lunchboxes. But why are bartenders and enthusiasts turning to the retro drink as a mixer? Find out how Yoo-hoo's unique flavor profile is adding a new dimension to classic cocktails and what this nostalgic ingredient says about the evolving tastes of modern drinkers.


Kids of the '90s are of legal drinking age now -- and rich, creamy, chocolatey Yoo-hoo makes an undersung cocktail mixer.