Japanese soy sauce is a condiment that's commonly used around the world, yet most people only know it as a way to enhance savory dishes. Soy sauce is said to contain all of the five basic flavors: sweet, sour, salty, bitter and umami, which is what makes it ideal for serving with so many different types of foods—including desserts.
YK STORES and soy sauce maker Goto Shoyu collaborated to create a special 'Soy Sauce Chocolat for Shaved Ice,' which is made from cocoa powder and brown sugar. Although the product bottle describes that the soy sauce was specifically designed for shaved ice, it could also be paired with a variety of chilled ice cream desserts.
Chocolate-Flavored Soy Sauces
This Japanese Soy Sauce is Designed to Be Served Over Shaved Ice
Trend Themes
1. Sweet Soy Sauces - Developing soy sauce flavors for sweet and dessert dishes presents new opportunities for food industry innovation.
2. Crossover Condiments - Crossing over condiments into new food categories can potentially create new and innovative food pairings.
3. Unconventional Flavor Profiles - Introducing unconventional flavor profiles encourages consumers to try new taste sensations and access untapped market segments.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Exploring and introducing unique flavor combinations is a growth opportunity for the food and beverage industry.
2. Condiment Manufacturing - Condiment manufacturers can innovate by developing new products and entering new markets.
3. Dessert and Ice Cream - Expanding the use of condiments in the dessert and ice cream industry presents an opportunity for growth and differentiation.