# Meaty Christmas Confections (UPDATE) The Jumbo Bacon Candy Cane Will Make Your Mouth Water By Ariel Weber | Published 2012-11-22 | Special Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-candy-cane References: [geekalerts](http://www.geekalerts.com/jumbo-bacon-candy-cane/) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Accoutrements-Jumbo-Bacon-Candy-Cane/dp/B009XKRHMM/?tag=trenhunt0f-20) Adding to the increasing [bacon-infused products craze](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coleman-introduces), the Jumbo Bacon Candy Cane is a delicious Christmas treat that combines both sweet and savory flavors into one. The candy cane, considered an iconic symbol to represent the cheerful time of the year, gets a funky remix with this piece. Recreating it into various sweet flavor combinations such as [cinnamon and fruit flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-label-cinnamon-toast-crunch-bacon) is nothing new; however, rarely do meat products come together with peppermint treats. Also offered in smaller variations, the jumbo version is a good option for those meat enthusiasts in your life. Though many may be questioning the bacon candy cane, the fact that they are selling out quickly online says it all. With one lick, you won't be able to resist the delicious saltiness of the Jumbo Bacon Candy Cane. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Special](https://www.trendhunter.com/special) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Bacon-infused Products:** There is a growing trend of incorporating bacon into a wide range of consumer products, creating opportunities for companies to innovate and create unique bacon-infused offerings. - **Unconventional Flavor Combinations:** Consumers are increasingly interested in trying unique flavor combinations, such as the fusion of sweet and savory flavors in products like the Jumbo Bacon Candy Cane, presenting an opportunity for companies to experiment and create innovative taste experiences. - **Limited Edition and Novelty Products:** The popularity of limited edition and novelty products, like the Jumbo Bacon Candy Cane, is rising as consumers seek out unique and collectible items, providing opportunities for companies to create special edition items that generate excitement and demand. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore the bacon-infused products trend by creating innovative food and drink items that incorporate the unique flavor of bacon. - **Confectionery:** The confectionery industry has the potential to tap into the unconventional flavor combinations trend by developing new and exciting sweet and savory treats, like the Jumbo Bacon Candy Cane. - **Retail and E-commerce:** Retailers and e-commerce businesses can capitalize on the popularity of limited edition and novelty products by offering exclusive items like the Jumbo Bacon Candy Cane to attract customers and drive sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sour Bacon-Flavored Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-punch-bacon-bites.md) - [Candied Bacon QSR Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardees-candied-bacon.md) - [Sweet Candied Bacon Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candied-bacon-whopper.md) - [Candied Bacon Menu Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candied-bacon-lineup.md) - [Cider-Flavored Bacon Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-label-apple-cider-bacon.md) - [Bacon-Scented Wrapping Papers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-label-bacon-wrapping-paper.md) - [Berry-Flavored Blue-Hued Christmas Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blueberry-candy-canes.md) - [Savory Cinnamon Bacon Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-label-cinnamon-toast-bacon.md) - [Cotton Candy Bacon Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-blonde-ale.md)