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Your idea for a map showing bars with alcoholic proof drinks alongside non-alcoholic alternatives like kombucha and mocktails falls into the 'Minimal Signal' category. This means there isn't a lot of readily apparent market activity for this specific concept. With only two similar products found, we have low confidence in assessing the overall market. The engagement is also low, averaging just one comment across similar products, suggesting limited initial buzz. Because we found so few similar products, there's no use or buy signal we can meaningfully extract and interpret. Given this landscape, the key is to validate whether a genuine demand exists before investing heavily in development.

Recommendations

1. Begin by pinpointing online communities frequented by your target audience, such as those interested in mixology, health-conscious drinking, or sober socializing. Share your idea in these spaces, framing it as a solution to discover diverse drink options, and carefully monitor the responses to gauge genuine interest. Adapt your concept based on the feedback you receive.
2. Identify 2-3 potential customers who represent your ideal user (e.g., someone who enjoys socializing but wants to moderate their alcohol intake). Offer to manually curate a list of local bars with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options for them. This hands-on approach will give you invaluable insights into their needs, preferences, and pain points, helping you refine your product's features and value proposition.
3. Craft a concise, engaging explainer video that showcases the problem your app solves and the ease with which users can find bars with diverse drink offerings. Focus on visually appealing content and a clear explanation of the app's benefits. Monitor the video's completion rate to gauge audience interest; a high completion rate suggests strong potential.
4. Create a waiting list for your app and ask interested users for a small, refundable deposit to join. This tactic serves as a concrete indicator of commitment, filtering out casual interest from those who genuinely see value in your product. The number of deposits received will provide a quantifiable measure of demand.
5. Based on BuzzCutt's early feedback, emphasize the helpfulness of your app in discovering non-alcoholic options. Consider highlighting user-friendliness and comprehensive information to address potential criticisms preemptively. If, after three weeks of these validation efforts, you haven't found at least five genuinely interested individuals, it's wise to reassess your idea or pivot to address a more pressing need. Make sure to incorporate user feedback and iterate based on their specific requirements.

Questions

1. What are the specific search and filtering features that will differentiate your map from existing bar finders and make it uniquely appealing to users seeking both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options?
2. How will you ensure the accuracy and timeliness of the information displayed on your map, particularly regarding the availability of specific non-alcoholic drinks, and what partnerships can you form with bars to facilitate this?
3. Considering the low engagement observed in similar products, what innovative strategies will you employ to drive user adoption and retention, such as gamification, personalized recommendations, or exclusive deals with participating bars?