# Carnivorous Candy Savor the Taste of Breakfast With Bacon Gumballs By Rose Nazarali | Published 2009-06-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-gumballs References: [thinkgeek](http://www.thinkgeek.com/caffeine/wacky-candy/b96c/) If your sweet tooth is missing and you much prefer the greasy salty taste of meat, you should try Bacon Gumballs. This [bacon-flavored candy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-label-cinnamon-toast-crunch-bacon) comes in a small tin of 22 and satisfies those midday cravings. While Bacon Gumballs will seem grotesque to most, I know a ton of people who will line up for a taste of this meaty goodness. **Implications** - This product, although it might seem unorthodox, will undoubtedly hold real appeal to those who aren't abashed about enjoying a little [savory flavor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-blonde-ale) whenever possible. More than anything else, it represents a move towards catering to specific niche markets that may not be huge in the population, but which definitely contain willing, loyal customers and little competition. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Savory Candy:** The rise of savory candy products shows a trend towards catering to niche markets and specific tastes. - **Novelty Food Products:** The popularity of unusual and quirky food offerings could signal an opportunity for innovation in the food industry. - **Meat Flavors in Snacks:** The introduction of meat flavors in traditionally sweet snacks could be a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies looking to differentiate themselves in the market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Candy and Confectionery:** The candy industry may see potential in creating savory options for consumers seeking new and unique flavors. - **Food and Beverage:** Food and beverage manufacturers could explore the incorporation of unconventional flavors into their products to tap into underserved markets. - **Snack Food:** Snack food companies can look into adding meat flavors to their snack offerings to cater to consumers looking for unconventional tastes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Breakfast-Themed Gummy Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-eggs-shaped-sweet-gummy-candies.md) - [Candied Bacon QSR Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardees-candied-bacon.md) - [Cinnamon-Bacon Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-toast-crunch-bacon.md) - [Cider-Flavored Bacon Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-label-apple-cider-bacon.md) - [Savory Cinnamon Bacon Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-label-cinnamon-toast-bacon.md) - [Candied Bacon Menu Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candied-bacon-lineup.md) - [Holiday Ham-Flavored Candy Canes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hamdy-canes.md) - [Bacon-Infused Peanut Brittles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-peanut-brittle.md) - [Sweet Candied Bacon Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candied-bacon-whopper.md)