The Star Sweet: 5 Fun Facts About Candied Violets

Are you familiar with La Violeta candies? That distinctive flavor can only be found at La Violeta. But what about candied violets?

 Sometimes, this sweet is mistaken for traditional candies, although they are entirely different. Today, you'll discover 5 interesting facts about these unique violets, which you can also find in our store. Ready?

1. Violet Flower Petals Are the Stars

Candied violets have a very special characteristic: they use the petals of the violet flower, making them the star of the show. These petals give the sweet its uniqueness. You may also know these violets by another name: crystallized violets.

Why are they also called that? Because these petals are coated with a delicious layer of sugar. They are soaked to ensure they're thoroughly infused. A very tasty treat that captures all the flavor of the flower. Your mouth is probably watering already!

2. They Don’t Have the Classic Violet Shape

Unlike traditional candies, candied violets don’t have the typical violet flower shape. Instead, they appear as crystallized petals, hence the name crystallized violets, and they have a much more intense color. It's a darker violet than the candies you're already familiar with because these are real petals!

3. Their Flavor Is Very Intense

One of the most appealing features of candied violets is their intense flavor. It’s not just a simple sweet—it feels like you're eating an actual violet flower. However, they quickly become addictive, leaving you wanting more!

This intense flavor is achieved by using the violet flower petals. This ensures that it’s not just a delicious sweet because of the sugar, but also because it has that unique, intense flavor that makes it a very special candy.

4. They Can Be Used to Decorate Desserts and Drinks

Want to make this sweet even more authentic? Use it to decorate desserts—that’s the true purpose of candied violets. Place them on a cake of the same color or on ice cream. The combinations are endless, as these candies offer many possibilities. Did you know you can even place them in a glass of champagne?

5. The Preparation Process Is Delicate

While you've learned some fun facts about candied violets, we can't finish without mentioning how delicate their preparation process is. The delicious result and flavor depend on this, which is why we handle them with such care. So, how are these violets prepared?

First, we carefully remove the pistils one by one. This can't be done quickly, as it could damage the entire flower. Once this is done, the petals go through a candying process, meaning they’re dipped in sugar to ensure they’re well-coated. Again, this must be done with great care, as the petals are very delicate. And just like that, we have our candied violets.

Did you know all these fun facts about candied violets? A delicious option for decorating desserts and enjoying a very special treat. If you can’t have sugar, don’t worry! You can find sugar-free violets in our store to enjoy just the same. What are you waiting for to savor La Violeta candies? The authentic ones are only available in our store.