Our Candy Crushes: Ethereal Confections Meltaway Bars
By Melissa McEwen in Food on Apr 4, 2015 4:00PM
When we saw a bar with a beautiful floral wrapper that promised “Sweet Basil & Cherry Blossom Meltaway," we had to try it. Made by Ethereal Confections in Woodstock, Illinois, the potent dark chocolate melted in our mouths to reveal a creamy jam-like filling that tasted of lush botanic gardens. It's not the only intriguing flavor they make. Other meltaway bars include Black Cherry Lemonade, Blood Orange & Vanilla Bean and French Vanilla & Salted Almond.
Turns out the creamy fillings are made of infused olive oil and vinegar, which is responsible for their mosaic of complex flavors ranging from sweet to brightly tart. We recently attended an event at CH Distillery where they paired the Ethereal truffles with different liquors like whiskey and a homemade cherry eau de vie. At home we like to pair them with a nice bourbon or red wine like a Pinot noir.
They also make a gorgeous gift, even if that gift is only to yourself. If you're in the area, drop by their cafe or order at the Ethereal Confections website. Or you can always stock up at one of these retailers:
Green Grocer Chicago
Whole Foods Kingsbury
Olivia's Market
Dill Pick Food Co-op
Mrs. Green's Chicago
Southport Grocery & Cafe
Food Ease
Local Goods Chicago
Artisanal (Wilmette, Illinois)
Our Candy Crushes is a series focused on the most delicious of locally made candy.