find another way to inject sugar into foods that shouldn't have sugar in them

https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/22/swicy-items-take-over-restaurant-menus-as-gen-z-seeks-heat.html

"Swicy," a portmanteau of sweet and spicy, has become the popular term to describe the resurgence of sweet and spicy food and drinks appearing on menus this year.

While sweet and spicy pairings are nothing new, a more diverse population and Gen Z's desire for heat have fueled the latest iteration of the trend.

Nearly 10% of restaurant menus have "sweet and spicy" items, up 1.8% over the last 12 months, according to market research firm Datassential. Over the next four years, its menu penetration is expected to rise 9.6%.

A slew of restaurant chains have embraced the trend, from Shake Shack's swicy menu to Burger King's Fiery Strawberry & Sprite to Starbucks' Spicy Lemonade Refreshers. Common menu items have paired fruity flavors and chili powder, or used sauces like hot honey and gochujang, a red chili paste that's a popular Korean condiment.

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peepeehands aut/ism good morning 1mo ago #7214521

excuse, my dear waitress, but might I perchance take a gander at your hot sauce menu?

...yes, "hot sauce menu." That is what I inquired about.

You... don't... have one? Well, while that is truly disappointing for an establishment as esteemed as this, thankfully I always carry a choice selection of my rather vast collection with me at all times.

loud SCRRRTCCHHing of velcro as a fanny pack is opened

Hmmm yes, let's see... Perhaps some "Napalm Diarrhea" for this meal? No, I think the garlicy twinge of "Captain McGoober's Butt-Ripping Lava Farter Sauce" would pair quite well with my entree. Or is it finally the day that "5 Alarm Anus Melting Hot Sauce" will make it's debut...?

Ah, the dilemmas of a connoisseur! Be that as it may; what are your IPA offerings, my sweet?