Candy is supposed to be sweet, fun, and enjoyable, but sometimes candy companies take things a bit too far in their quest to create unique and exciting flavors. From bacon-flavored jelly beans to wasabi Kit Kats, some candy flavors have left a bad taste in consumers’ mouths. In this article, we’ll take a look at 10 candy flavors that went too far and failed miserably. Get ready to cringe as we explore some of the most bizarre and unappetizing candy flavors ever created.
Contents
- 1 Garlic Chocolate Truffles
- 2 Wasabi Kit Kat
- 3 Bacon-Flavored Jelly Beans
- 4 Buttered Popcorn Flavored Jelly Belly
- 5 Chili Pepper Flavored Gummy Bears
- 6 Mustard-Flavoured Ice Cream
- 7 Pickle-Flavored Candy Canes
- 8 Gravy Flavored Candy
- 9 Cheetos-Flavored Popcorn
- 10 Spaghetti and Meatball Flavored Gumballs
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Garlic Chocolate Truffles
Pairing garlic’s strong, pungent flavour with the sweetness of chocolate might sound adventurous, but it didn’t sit well with a majority of candy enthusiasts. The overpowering garlic aroma and lingering aftertaste were not received well, overshadowing the delightful chocolate experience many were accustomed to.
Wasabi Kit Kat
Kit Kat took a daring move by introducing wasabi as one of its flavors in Japan. Although it had a segment of admirers, many found the spicy kick of wasabi mismatched with the sweet and creamy chocolate coating, making it a divisive choice in the candy world.
Bacon-Flavored Jelly Beans
While bacon has found its way successfully into various culinary creations, its venture into the candy world via jelly beans was not a hit. Many found the smoky, salty profile clashing with the expected sweet burst of flavor usually associated with jelly beans.
Buttered Popcorn Flavored Jelly Belly
Even within a brand known for its adventurous flavors, the buttered popcorn Jelly Belly beans have polarized candy lovers. Many critics argue that the buttery, slightly salty flavor profile doesn’t align well with the sweet candy category it belongs to.
Chili Pepper Flavored Gummy Bears
While spicy candies have their niche, the fiery punch of chili pepper mixed with the gummy bear’s sweetness was not welcomed by a significant portion of candy enthusiasts. Many found the combination too jarring, with the spicy hit overshadowing the inherent sweetness of the gummy bears.
Mustard-Flavoured Ice Cream
In an effort to bring something radically different to the table, mustard-flavoured ice cream was introduced. However, the tangy, spicy flavour profile of mustard didn’t harmoniously blend with the creamy, sweet base of ice cream. Many consumers found the concept too avante-garde, leading to its downfall.
Pickle-Flavored Candy Canes
The tangy, vinegary flavor of pickles couldn’t find a harmonious balance when transformed into candy canes. A vast number of people found it hard to reconcile the classic candy’s sweetness with the intrusive sour and salty notes.
Gravy Flavored Candy
The attempt to encapsulate the savory richness of gravy into a candy was met with raised eyebrows and reluctant tastebuds. Many cited the strange, unappealing texture and a far too literal interpretation of gravy’s flavor as reasons for its failure.
Cheetos-Flavored Popcorn
Merging the iconic Cheetos flavor with popcorn seemed like a good idea, but in execution, it was deemed a misstep. Critics pointed to an overly artificial cheese taste and a lack of balance between salty and spicy elements.
Spaghetti and Meatball Flavored Gumballs
Though an attempt to bring the beloved Italian dish into the candy world was innovative, the translation of spaghetti and meatballs into a gumball format was generally considered too far-fetched. Many found the savory, garlicky notes incompatible with the chewing gum experience.
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