In literary works, “molasses” is sometimes invoked not just as a substance but as a symbol of rich, dark coloration that suggests deliberate slowness and weight. Authors exploit the distinctive, viscous darkness of molasses to evoke a sense of languid movement, as in the familiar simile “slow as molasses” ([1], [2]). In these cases the deep, almost syrupy hue of molasses becomes a metaphor for inertia or a heavy atmosphere, inviting readers to envisage scenes imbued with a thick, immersive tone. Likewise, when a text mentions “dark molasses” ([3]), it calls to mind a saturated color that deepens the texture of both culinary and descriptive imagery, ultimately enriching the narrative with layered, sensory associations.