Molasses is a thick syrup produced when sugar cane or sugar beets are refined into sugar. It has a deep, bittersweet flavor, ranging from mild and sweet to dark and slightly smoky, with a sticky, pourable texture. Around the world, it is used to sweeten and add depth to gingerbread, baked beans, barbecue sauces, marinades, and other dishes. In the Caribbean, molasses is closely tied to the region’s long history of sugar production and is also used in traditional drinks and baking.