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"We are seeing [confectionery] ingredients
that are tied specifically to different functional
and emotional benefits such as espresso (caffeine
for energy boost), and botanicals like mint
and lavender for stress relief, calm, and a good
night's sleep," notes Evelyn Ignatow, owner
Hyde Park Gourmet, Cincinnati, Ohio. Ignatow
says both Milkboy Chocolate's 72% chocolate
with Crispy Mint and 72% bar with Roasted
Coffee are popular along with John Kelly
Chocolates Dark Chocolate Espresso bar.
As the better-for-you benefits of CBD
become more widely accepted, Ignatow believes
we will continue to see new formats and flavor
variations within the CBD space in specialty
confections. Hyde Park recently added Martha
Stewart Wellness Gummies to its candy
selection.
A nod to lower-sugar confections and the
importance of heritage cacao and preservation,
whole fruit cacao—products being created from
the entire cacao pod, including the pulp and
peel—will give consumers a chance to experience
Maui Fruit Jewels in flavors of guava and
passion fruit, let customers' taste buds do the
traveling.
And while liquor-infused chocolates are
nothing new, craft spirits have infiltrated craft
chocolate, keeping the popular pandemic craft
cocktailing trend alive. The Xocolate Bar's
Cocktail Time truffles are made with California
craft liqueurs including Humboldt Vodka with
raspberry and Lost Republic Bourbon.
Consciously Indulging
As more consumers seek to balance the desire
for indulgent treats with healthy eating,
what they look for in a snack or sweet treat
is shifting. This trend toward conscious
indulgence is driving treats with ingredients
that are healthier in some way.
According to Glanbia Nutritional's report,
64 percent of global consumers believe it is okay
to enjoy indulgent treats as part of a healthy
diet, especially if they offer some type of
functional nutrition.
Emerging Flavors
• Calamansi
• Chai
• Coconut
• Coffee
• Dukkah
• Mango
• Matcha
• Pineapple
• Sesame
• Strawberry Lemonade
• Tamarind
• Turmeric
• Yuzu
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