Shartlini

Shartlini is a term that gained traction on social media platforms, particularly TikTok, around 2020. It refers to a type of beverage, often a mixed drink, that is perceived as being poorly made, unappetizing in appearance, or concocted with unusual or unsavory ingredients. The term is generally used humorously and colloquially to describe drinks that are either deliberately made to look and taste bad for comedic effect, or that are genuinely unappealing in a way that elicits a strong, often negative, reaction.

The origins of the term are somewhat obscure, but its rise in popularity is largely attributed to viral videos where individuals would present their "shartlinis" to the camera. These videos often featured a visual element of the drink being questionable, sometimes with strange colors, textures, or floating debris. The humor associated with shartlinis stems from the shared understanding of what constitutes a "bad" or unappealing drink, and the playful exaggeration of these qualities.

While not a formal culinary term, shartlini has become a recognized piece of internet slang within certain online communities. It is typically used in a lighthearted and informal context, and its meaning is understood by those familiar with the online trends that popularized it. The term itself is a portmanteau, combining elements that suggest an unpleasant or undesirable outcome.