# Zesty Ginger Spreads Trader Joe's New Ginger Spread is Sweet and Spicy By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2022-11-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ginger-spread References: [traderjoes](https://www.traderjoes.com/home/products/pdp/ginger-spread-071879)  This holiday season, give your dishes that little extra pop of flavor with [Trader Joe's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apricot-cardamom-spread) new Ginger [Spread](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipotle-ranch-dip-spread). Trader Joe's Ginger Spread is made for the brand by a supplier in Dundee, Scotland. As the brand explains, "this sensational Spread is crafted in small batches, traditional style, using copper kettles and a small list of ingredients (sugar, water, crystallized ginger, fruit pectin, ginger puree, lemon juice, and citric acid)." The result is a zippy, flavorful spread that has both [sweet and spicy flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-honey-fudge). Interestingly, this makes the new spread perfect for sweet applications like punching up a bowl of warm oatmeal or Greek yogurt, or savory applications like a tasty glaze for pork chops and salmon. Image Credit: Trader Joe's ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 - **Gourmet Spreads:** Brands can explore creating bold, unique spreads that are perfect for both sweet and savory applications, using traditional cooking methods and high-quality ingredients. - **Flavor Pops:** As consumer demand for unique, bold flavors grows, brands can create products that add an extra pop of flavor to dishes and stand out in a crowded market. - **Small Batch Production:** Small batch production using traditional cooking methods can result in high-quality, artisanal products that appeal to consumers looking for unique, high-quality food items. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Specialty Food Manufacturing:** The specialty food manufacturing industry can focus on creating high-quality, unique products using traditional methods that appeal to discerning consumers looking for something different. - **Gourmet Grocery:** Gourmet grocery stores can stock unique, artisanal spreads like Trader Joe's Ginger Spread that appeal to consumers looking for high-quality, flavorful ingredients to elevate their dishes. - **Foodservice:** Restaurants and other foodservice providers can experiment with using unique spreads like ginger spread as a flavorful ingredient in both sweet and savory dishes, creating standout menu items that appeal to diners. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Peppery Apricot Cardamom Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apricot-cardamom-spread.md) - [Seasonal Cranberry Ginger Chutneys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cranberry-ginger-chutney.md) - [Maple-Infused Cranberry Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-cranberry-orange-spread.md) - [Tea-Infused Yuzu Jellies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-tea-and-yuzu-spread.md) - [Triple Ginger Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-gingerbread-ice-cream.md) - [Zesty Ginger Pretzel Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triple-ginger-pretzels.md) - [Cherry Fruit Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cherry-fruit-spreads.md) - [Zesty Red Pepper Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-bell-pepper-garlic-parmesan-cream-cheese-spread.md) - [Brandy-Infused Apple Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calvados-spirited-fruit-spread.md)