New Zealand KFC recently turned their signature dish into a scent and the unusual candle has received a popular reception on social media.

But, what happens when you try to eat a KFC candle? 

After close examination and giving their honest thoughts on the product, a group of taste-testers discovered that when lit, the candle smells like the distinctive 11 "secret" herbs and spices. 

A curious group of fried chicken lovers took the ultimate test in order to find out whether they would wax lyrical about the taste.

Most people agreed that its taste was similar to the food chain's fried chicken. 

The hand-made candle was first given away as a prize during a social media campaign in December.

Sadly, finger lickin' fans keen to get their hands on it can only get it through an online auction aiming to raise money for Life Saving New Zealand.