# Soy Sauce Ice Creams Banana Tree Soy Sauce Ice Cream Balances Savory, Umami and Sweet Flavors By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2025-06-26 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-tree-soy-sauce-ice-cream References: [foodanddrinktechnology](https://www.foodanddrinktechnology.com/news/59540/banana-tree-announces-soy-sauce-flavour/) & [bananatree](https://bananatree.co.uk/discover)  After encountering a sweet, creamy and savory ice cream in Thailand—likened to "a grown-up version of salted caramel, but with a Southeast Asian twist"—Banana [Tree's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/festive-scent) Executive Chef, Rahul, returned to the UK and collaborated with artisan ice cream maker Yee Kwan to perfect Banana Tree Soy Sauce Ice Cream. This unconventional dessert infuses a vanilla base with soy sauce and swirls it with a dark, [umami-rich ripple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramel-miso-latte-flavor). [Savory ice cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-ice-cream) is on the rise as adventurous eaters seek out bold, unconventional flavors that break from tradition. Driven by a desire to challenge their taste buds, consumers are embracing desserts that surprise, intrigue, and deliver more than one-note flavors. For those who crave more depth and complexity, this ice cream can be enjoyed with an optional drizzle of extra soy sauce at the table. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 44% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Savory-dessert Fusion:** The fusion of savory elements with traditionally sweet desserts is captivating adventurous consumers eager to experience unexpected flavor profiles. - **Umami-rich Treats:** There is a growing interest in adding umami flavors to sweet dishes, offering richer taste experiences that defy conventional dessert paradigms. - **Culinary Experimentation:** Experimenting with unfamiliar ingredient combinations like soy sauce and ice cream is pushing the boundaries of culinary creativity, attracting consumers seeking novelty. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Artisan Ice Cream:** Artisan ice cream makers are at the forefront of innovation by introducing rare and complex flavor combinations that differentiate them in a crowded market. - **Gourmet Food and Beverage:** The gourmet sector is expanding its appeal by embracing cross-cultural influences and unique taste blends that challenge traditional flavor boundaries. - **Food Tourism:** Food tourism is flourishing as travelers seek destinations that offer novel and intriguing culinary experiences beyond the conventional dishes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Soy Sauce Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soy-sauce-ice-creams.md) - [Unconventional Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ice-cream-project.md) - [Asian-Influenced Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabai-creamery.md) - [Japanese-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-inspired-ice-cream.md) - [Burger-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheeseburger-ice-cream.md) - [Savory Mushroom Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mushroom-ice-cream.md) - [Veggie-Infused Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggies-you-crave.md) - [Creamy Soy Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-spicy-creamy-soy.md) - [Chef-Crafted Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-chef-series-by-salt-and-straw.md)