# Ghoul-Shaped Chocolates These Gourmet Treats Resemble Spooky Ghosts and Goblins By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-10-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghosts-and-goblins References: [sylvesterandco](http://www.sylvesterandco.com/monster-mash-chocolates-4pc/) 'Sylvester & Co.' is gearing up for Halloween with gourmet chocolates that resemble terrifying ghosts and goblins. While there is no shortage of candy on Halloween, these tasty treats provide a more gourmet snacking option. The new '[Monster Mash Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/america-250-monster-energy-drinks)' comes in packs of four. The festive chocolates are designed to resemble ghosts or goblins commonly associated with Halloween. Despite the spooky exterior, each of the gourmet chocolates features a delicious gourmet filling. Some of the tasty treats featured in the package include a Peanut Butter Ghost, a Blood Orange Devil and a Creme Brulee Werewolf. For those who are beyond the age of trick-or-treating, the Monster Mash Chocolates provide a more [adult way to indulge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gnaw-chocolate-bar) in seasonal treats. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 37% | 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 - **Gourmet Halloween Treats:** Opportunity for creating more sophisticated and gourmet options for Halloween snacks. - **Festive Chocolates:** Opportunity to tap into the market of themed and seasonal chocolate products. - **Adult Halloween Indulgences:** Opportunity to target adult consumers with Halloween treats that cater to their refined tastes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for food and beverage companies to create innovative and gourmet Halloween-themed treats. - **Confectionery:** Opportunity for confectionery companies to expand product offerings with festive and seasonal chocolate varieties. - **Candy Manufacturing:** Opportunity for candy manufacturers to cater to adult consumers by creating Halloween treats with sophisticated flavors and fillings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ghostly Vegan Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-chocolate-ghost.md) - [Artisanal Halloween Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-halloween-collection.md) - [Spooky Specialty Chocolate Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delysia-chocolatier.md) - [High-End Halloween Candy Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotel-chocolat-halloween-collection.md) - [Vegan Halloween Chocolate Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-friendly-halloween-treats.md) - [Monstrous Halloween Gummy Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monsters-approved-candies.md) - [Artisan-Quality Halloween Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tous-les-jours-spooky-delights.md) - [Spooky Candy Product Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloween-candy-products.md) - [Pumpkin-Shaped Chocolate Confections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkinshaped-confections.md)