# Liquor-Infused Coca Bites The Loaded Chocolate Bourbon Fudge Silences Your Sugar Cravings By Nikki Taylor | Published 2012-12-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loaded-chocolate-bourbon-fudge References: [howsweeteats](http://www.howsweeteats.com/2012/12/loaded-chocolate-bourbon-fudge/) The loaded chocolate bourbon fudge is a dessert for the foodie who is always complaining about craving chocolate. Munching on these sweets will satisfy sweet tooths and provide an enjoyable buzz in the process. Of course, only 4 tablespoons of bourbon are added for a batch of 16-20 pieces of fudge, so rest assured that people won’t be toppling over after eating these [alcoholic bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baileys-chocolate-liquor) -- unless you get a little careless when mixing in your hard liquor. It's not just [mouthwatering chocolate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micro-batch-chocolate-bars) that makes the loaded chocolate bourbon fudge so great. There are also [chopped caramel candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bettys-caramelt-away) and toffee bits sprinkled on top of the treat. Plopping one of these bites into your mouth will stop your cocoa cravings for a week. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - 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's Driving This Trend - **Artisanal Booze-infused Treats:** Creating gourmet alcohol-infused desserts presents an opportunity for artisanal bakers and confectionaries to tap into the demand for unique and indulgent treats. - **Alcohol-infused Confectionary:** Incorporating alcohol into confectionary products provides an innovative twist on traditional desserts, offering a new and exciting experience for consumers. - **Culinary Booze Pairings:** The combination of alcohol and culinary creations opens up the opportunity for restaurants and bars to offer specialized pairings that enhance the dining experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gourmet Dessert Industry:** The gourmet dessert industry can explore the creation and marketing of alcohol-infused treats to appeal to consumers seeking unique and indulgent dessert options. - **Confectionary Industry:** Confectionary companies can venture into the production of alcohol-infused sweets to cater to the growing demand for innovative and flavorful confectionary products. - **Hospitality Industry:** Hotels, restaurants, and bars can capitalize on the trend of alcohol-infused desserts by offering curated pairings that elevate the dining experience and attract discerning customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spirit-Infused Chocolate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woodford-reserve-x-compartes.md) - [Premium Libation Candy Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskey-business-chocolate-bar.md) - [Liquor-Infused Chocolate Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquorinfused-chocolate.md) - [Barrel-Aged Brittle Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bourbon-chocolate-brittle.md) - [Alcohol-Dessert Fusion Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vances-bakery-bar.md) - [Porto-Filled Chocolate Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kirkland-signature-belgian.md) - [Extra-Rich Restaurant Hot Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cracker-barrel-fudge-hot-chocolate.md) - [Boozy Ice Creameries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-creamery.md) - [Bourbon-Inspired Chocolate Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bourboninspired-chocolate.md)