# Licorice-Flavored Caramels These Caramel Rolls from Annie B Mimic the Taste of Another Confection By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2015-10-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramel-roll References: [anniebscandy](http://www.anniebscandy.com/Black_Licorice_Bulk_Caramel_Candy_p/cc0115.htm) Caramel is a favorite flavor that's been proven to pair well with warm fall flavors like pumpkin, [sea salt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanders-white-chocolate-sea-salt-caramels), buttered rum and apple—but these caramel roll candies from [Annie B](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bees-bugs-and-butterflies) pair caramel with something else entirely. While the soft, chewy and smooth texture texture of caramel is generally a crowd-pleasing flavor, when Annie B introduced its [Black Licorice Caramels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-licorice-company-halloween), the brand noted: "Let's face it, black licorice isn't for everyone." While this may not be a candy to win over the masses, it will be irresistible to some. For consuming the all-natural and gluten-free candies, Annie B says: "Try pairing it with some Johnny Cash and a shot of whiskey. Or Lady Gaga and some ice cream," proving that some of the most unexpected combinations are often the best kind. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Licorice-flavored Caramels:** Opportunity for creating unique flavor combinations in the confectionery industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Confectionery:** Experiment with unusual flavor profiles to attract niche markets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gingerbread-Flavored Caramel Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/werthers-original.md) - [Caramel Apple Hard Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramel-apple-hard-candies.md) - [Candy-Flavored Dates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flavored-dates.md) - [Pull-Apart Caramel Rolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-mini-cinnis.md) - [Popping Candy Cinnamon Rolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnabon-x-warheads.md) - [Seasonally Inspired Caramel Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bquet-confections-caramels.md) - [Sour Cherry Licorice Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lakrids-by-blow-cherry-sour.md) - [Autumnal Caramel Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harvest-caramels-collection.md) - [Soft Chocolate-Topped Caramels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/werthers.md)