# Bacon Chocolate Pig Out On Mo's Bacon Bar By jelalyn | Published 2007-12-19 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-chocolate References: [wishingfish](http://www.wishingfish.com/710557.html) Vosges has combined crisp Applewood smoked bacon, Alder smoked salt and deep milk chocolate to come up with a [bacon chocolate bar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/figs-in-blankets-chocolate-bar). If your tastebuds love the exotic, you'd love this weird chocolate named Mo's Bacon Bar. At $7, it's a pricey treat -- prepare your palate for a [sweet and salty](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gopuff-x-alix-earle-pink-sea-salt-chocolate-bar), chocolatey experience. You may also like: **Implications** - Foodie culture has bubbled up to the mainstream, and to contend with this increasingly epicurean market, food companies and restaurants are releasing [oddball flavor combinations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m-cacao-fromage-chocolate-collection). These novelty creations appeal to gourmet palates, as these consumers aren't afraid to trust a chef's instincts. To further appeal to this market, culinary artists should strive for locally sourced, organic ingredients. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Exotic Food Combinations:** Continued experimentation in food flavor combinations, particularly with unusual ingredients like bacon and chocolate, is likely to continue gaining popularity in the market. - **Premiumization of Food Products:** The introduction of specialty and gourmet ingredients like applewood smoked bacon and alder smoked salt in chocolate bars signals a shift towards premiumization of food products. - **Consumer Willingness to Try Novelty Products:** The growing acceptance of novel flavor combinations by consumers, as evidenced by the success of bacon chocolate bars, suggests a strong willingness to experiment with new and unexpected food products. ### Where This Applies - **Confectionery Industry:** In light of the popularity of bacon chocolate bars, confectionery companies may find success with introducing innovative flavor combinations and premium ingredients in their product offerings. - **Specialty Food Retailers:** Specialty food retailers may benefit from increased demand for locally sourced and organic ingredients, as consumers seek out unique and higher quality ingredients for their food creations. - **Restaurant Industry:** Restaurants may find success with experimenting with bold flavor combinations and locally sourced ingredients to cater to the growing demand from foodie consumers for unique and inventive dining experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Caramelized Organ Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zotter-chocolates-brains-eggs.md) - [Potato Chive Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mashed-potato-swirl.md) - [Casserole-Inspired Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-chocolate-bar.md) - [Coffee-Flavored Bacon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffeeflavored-bacon.md) - [Buttery Croissant Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/croissant-chocolate-bar.md) - [Tomato Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tomato-chocolate-bar.md) - [Pickle-Flavored Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pickle-flavored-chocolate-bar.md) - [Spicy Umami Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/momofuku-chili-chocolate-crunch.md) - [Ramen-Infused Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ramen-and-chocolate.md)