# Culinary-Inspired Chocolates The Newest Dove Chocolate Flavors Include Options Like Raspberry Rosé By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-11-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dove-chocolate-flavors References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-dove-chocolate-bars-re-invent-classic-flavors-inspired-by-the-latest-trends-300755637.html) & [dovechocolate](http://www.dovechocolate.com/) The new [Dove](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merry-and-bright) Chocolate flavors were inspired by the culinary world and introduce those with a sweet tooth to sophisticated ingredient pairings like [Bourbon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milkboy-swiss-chocolate) Vanilla Dark Chocolate, Salted Caramel Blonde Chocolate and Raspberry Rosé Dark Chocolate. For the year ahead, Dove Chocolate set out to delight consumers with modern, tantalizing new chocolate bar flavors that put a new spin on the silky smooth treats that fans have come to know and love. Dove Chocolate brand director Leslie Philipsen describes that "Our chocolate-loving consumers are always looking to up the ante with their treats. We challenged ourselves to bring creative, culinary-inspired flavors like salted caramel and bourbon vanilla and pair them with our signature silky smooth chocolate." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Culinary-inspired Flavors:** Opportunity for brands to create unique and sophisticated flavors by drawing inspiration from the culinary world. - **Premium Ingredient Pairings:** Potential for chocolate brands to combine high-quality ingredients in unique and unexpected ways, appealing to consumers seeking indulgence and novelty. - **Innovation in Chocolate Bars:** Possibility for chocolate manufacturers to innovate and revitalize traditional chocolate bars by introducing new flavors and experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Chocolates and Confectionery:** Opportunities for chocolate brands to tap into the growing demand for unique and gourmet chocolate offerings. - **Food and Beverage:** Potential for culinary-inspired chocolates to expand into the broader food and beverage industry, offering new taste experiences and collaborations. - **Gourmet Gifts and Hampers:** Demand for curated gourmet gift options that include innovative chocolate flavors, providing an opportunity for specialized gift companies to incorporate culinary-inspired chocolates. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dark Chocolate Ganache Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolate-ganache-dove-promises.md) - [Limited-Edition Holiday Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merry-and-bright.md) - [Chocolaty Lava-Like Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/molten-lava-caramel-promises.md) - [Indulgently Oversized Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dove-chocolate-large-promises.md) - [Richly Flavored Holiday Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mars-chocolate-products.md) - [Indulgent Frozen Novelties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-haagen-dazs-products.md) - [Indulgent Textured Chocolate Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venchi-chocoviar.md) - [Waffle Cone-Studded Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milk-chocolate-waffle-cone-cookie-crisps.md) - [Modernized Dark Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadbury-bournville.md)