# Flower-Infused Espresso Chocolates This Rose Cardamom Espresso Chocolate Bar is for Food Lovers By Rebecca Byers | Published 2016-02-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espresso-chocolate References: [food52](https://food52.com/shop/products/2537-rose-cardamom-espresso-chocolate-bars-pack-of-3) This Rose Cardamom Espresso Chocolate Bar from Illinois-based confectionery brand Chocolate Twist is an upscale, indulgent treat for lovers of the rich flavors of coffee, cocoa and botanicals. Definitely a flavor combination for the experienced palate, the unique [artisan chocolate bar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-coffee-tasting) is a layer of rose-cardamom caramel topped with [espresso-infused bittersweet chocolate ganache](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eggfusion-martini-duo) for a truly elegant treat. The upscale chocolate bar includes ingredients such as Jo Snow rose cardamom syrup, espresso beans and dried rose petals. Chocolate Twist is an artisan chocolate brand based in Riverside, Illinois, and founded by Kate Coffey in 2009. The delicious gourmet offerings from Chocolate Twist in addition to their enticing rose cardamom espresso chocolate creation include a Strawberry Basil Caramels and their [Cayenne Cinnamon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/momofuku-chili-chocolate-crunch) & Epic Sea Salt Caramel Sauce. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Artisan Chocolates:** Opportunity for confectionery brands to create unique and upscale flavor combinations. - **Botanical Infusions:** Potential for incorporating botanical flavors into various food and beverage products. - **Gourmet Caramel Creations:** Demand for high-quality, flavorful caramel products that go beyond traditional flavors. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Confectionery:** Confectionery brands can explore innovative flavor combinations and unique product offerings. - **Food and Beverage:** Food and beverage companies can experiment with incorporating botanical infusions into their products. - **Culinary Sauces:** Opportunity for sauce manufacturers to create gourmet caramel sauces with unique flavor profiles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Botanical Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/botanical-chocolate.md) - [Cannabis-Infused Coffee Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-chocolates.md) - [Herbaceous Granola Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackberry-tarragon-crisp.md) - [Dirty Chai Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-chai-chocolate.md) - [Perfect Coffee-Chocolate Pairings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-and-chocolate-pairing.md) - [Soda-Inspired Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lime-rickey-chocolate.md) - [Romantic Wine-Infused Truffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silk-spice-x-compartes-truffles.md) - [Tea-Infused Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-infused.md) - [Cocktail-Inspired Dark Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micro-batch-chocolate-bars.md)