Sweet Flavor

Treacle

About This Entry

Treacle, the British term for a darker, more bitter cousin of golden syrup, brings a deep, almost licorice-like intensity to gingerbread and steamed puddings — that character pairs with Sherry.

Wine Pairing Explanation

Primary wine styles

Common Culinary Uses

At a Glance

Group

Syrups

Classification

Sweet Flavors

Usage intensity

accent

Scientific name

Saccharum officinarum

Scientific Classification

Display name
Treacle
Classification
Sweet Flavors
Group
Syrups
Scientific name
Saccharum officinarum

Taxonomy

Usage intensity
accent

Pairing guidance is based on general culinary principles and may vary by preparation and preference.