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Herbaceous Confection

Candies and chocolates incorporate herbs to elevate their flavor profiles

Trend - Confectionary brands are incorporating various herbs into their products to differentiate from classically sweet and simple flavor profiles. The added complexity these ingredients incorporate appeal to consumers with more nuanced palettes, who are seeking a premiumized form of indulgence.

Insight - With the rise of foodie culture consumers have increasingly sought more complex and nuanced dining experiences. Consumers expect even simple indulgences to be more experiential than traditional options. This shift highlights how the experience economy has led to the consumer preference for elevated versions of ordinary products.
Workshop Question - Consider how your brand could add an element of premiumization to a simple product or service.
Trend Themes
1. Herbal Infused Confectionaries - The use of various herbs in confectionaries has emerged as a trend to attract consumers with more nuanced palates.
2. Low-sugar Indulgence - Companies are introducing low-sugar alternatives to traditional indulgences to offer a healthier option to consumers.
3. Naturally Aromatic Chocolates - The use of natural scents in chocolate products to enhance the sensory experience has become increasingly popular.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry can explore innovative ways to infuse herbs and natural scents in their products for a unique flavor profile.
2. Health and Wellness - The health and wellness industry can capitalize on the low-sugar trend to introduce healthier versions of indulgences.
3. Retail - The retail industry can incorporate these trends to curate unique offerings for consumers seeking premium, sensory experiences.
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