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Tis' the season to shop at CandyFavorites!
Jacob Stifel, an entrepreneurial student at Syracuse University reached out to us offering this clever holiday promotion.
Test your Peppermint Candy Knowledge of Today's Trivia Tuesday!
Test your knowledge about Peppermint Candy, especially Peppermint Candy canes on Today's Trivia Tuesday!
New Candy & Snacks – November 2024
November is the time to start thinking about Holiday Candy and our selection has never been better!
Protect Your Favorite Candies with Route Package Protection
Route Package Protection is a cost-effective way to ensure (and insure) that your candy arrives in perfect condition... or you get your money back!
Let’s Build the Perfect Gingerbread House: A Step-by-Step Guide to Sweet Success
Join our Blog Hannah as she shares her secret for success in building the perfect holiday Gingerbread House
Test your Knowledge about Halloween Candy on Today's Trivia Tuesday!
Halloween is a Holiday Dedicated to the Love of CANDY!
Test your Sweet Knowledge on Today's Trivia Tuesday and check out our Amazing Halloween Candy Selection!
It’s Time to Get Sweet and Spooky with Candy Costumes!
It’s time to get creative and have fun with our costumes as Halloween approaches. We’ve created four unique and sweet-themed ideas to inspire any candy lover’s Halloween look. Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins It’s impossible to trick or treat without getting Reese’s—unless you are allergic. They are one of the most popular Halloween candies, so we had to create a costume inspired by them. Cow Tales Cow Tales always leave you wanting MOOre, so we decided to make our second costume inspiration based on the iconic caramel and creme candy. M&M’s M&M’s marketing campaigns and packaging feature their adorable spokes candies,...
Candy Bucket List!
With all the candies we offer, our favorites are our classic ones. However, many people overlook our classic candies for how delicious they are. We have created a classic candy bucket list that everyone should try to complete Perhaps you've heard of bucket lists, but have you heard of our SWEET version? It's a unique compilation of classic candies that cater to a wide range of tastes and preferences. Some of these candies you may have had before, while others might be new to you. But rest assured, each one is a delectable delight you must try. These classic candies...
Lets Test our Silly Stix Sour Candy Straws Knowledge!
Imitation may be the highest form of flattery and we are more than happy that a substitute for Pixy Stix, called Silly Stix Sour Candy Straws is now available!
A Whopper of a Trivia Tuesday!
Malted Milk Balls have been a candy favorite for decades and the Whoppers brand is one of the most beloved candy brands of all time!
Celebrate our 97th Birthday with us!
We are the OLDEST Wholesale Candy Company in the nation and the partner of CandyFavorites.com, the Internet's FIRST Online Candy Store. Jon H.Prince - President (3rd Generation) This week, we will be humbled to celebrate McKeesport Candy Co.'s 97th birthday, established in 1927, and my 31st year. When my grandfather founded the company in 1927 and passed it to my father in the 1950s, they committed to providing the BEST service possible. Little could they imagine that the company would continue to be as relevant today, maybe even more so, than it was decades prior. This continued emphasis on customer service is...
Lets learn about America's Oldest Wholesale Candy Company
As we celebrate our 97th Birthday - we are not old, we're experienced - we thought it might be fun for our loyal customers to test their knowledge about us!
We THANK YOU for helping us become the nation's OLDEST Wholesale Candy Company!
To learn more about our nine-decade history, please click HERE.
Let's Learn about Toxic Waste Candy!
Toxic Waste Candy was among the first to offer super sour candy in various intensities! Try some today... if you dare!
Halloween Candy Offerings - 2024
Yes, it is hard to imagine Halloween when it is July and sweltering hot in some parts of the country, but it is around the corner, and supplies are limited. As opposed to earlier years, manufacturers require wholesalers to place our Halloween orders in February—yes, nine months—making forecasting challenging. That said, below is a list of our Halloween Candy offerings 2024. Feel free to contact us if you want to pre-order for September delivery or add your name at the product level to receive an email notifying you that the candy is in stock! Everything indicates that Halloween will be...
Our New Candies That Offer Sweet Experiences
We love all types of candy, from classic ones to novelty ones! Some novelty candies are unique and become more than just a sweet treat; they become a sweet experience. Our two new candies, Gummi Fries & Strawberry Ketchup and Scrambled Gummy Sizzlers, are examples of precisely that. When I first saw our new candies, I was filled with excitement. I couldn't wait to taste their unique flavors and experience the fun they promised. The first one I tried was the Scrambled Gummy Sizzlers, which was a delight from start to finish. With these gummy eggs, I was extremely curious...
Let's Learn About Sour Patch Kids
Sour Patch Kids has become an all-time favorite for those people who love sour candy!
Let's Learn about Red Vibes, America's Favorite and Oldest Licorice!
Red Vines Original Red Licorice favorite at McKeesport Candy Co., for a very long time. After your first bite, you'll understand why!
Let's Learn About Milk Duds on Today's Trivia Tuesday
A favorite amongst many generations of candy lovers, we have been offering Milk Duds for quite some time!
Sugar-Free Candy - Love or Hate It?
People either love or hate sugar-free foods and beverages. While we love super-sugary candies, we also understand that candies with a lot of sugar cannot fit into everyone's lifestyle, so we love to offer many delicious sugar-free options that taste just like regular candies. Our website boasts a diverse selection of sugar-free candies, catering to every candy lover's preference. One of the leading brands in this category is Hershey, known for its extensive range of sugar-free options that closely mimic their classic candies. We have everything from sugar-free Jolly Ranchers and Twizzlers to York Peppermint Patties, Hershey's chocolate, Hershey's chocolate...
Test Your Knowledge about the FIRST Bling Lollipop, aka Ring Pops!
Learn more about the history of this iconic lollipop!
Test Your Knowledge About Our CandyFavorites Bag Candy Line?
Our Private Label Bag Candy Line, once known as Todd's Candy, has withstood the test of time and is sold nationwide in upscale candy shops or wherever someone is looking for out-of-the-ordinary retro candy, and has a truly unique history.
Test your knowledge and learn more about our offerings!
Don't forget to "DOT the i" in TOOTSiE on today's Trivia Tuesday
Call us hopelessly nostalgic - after all, retro candy is our specialty - but there is something extraordinary about learning about a candy such as DOTS that could easily have been enjoyed by several generations of family members!
Let's Learn about Hershey Chocolates on Trivia Tuesday!
There are GREAT American Chocolate Bars and then there is THE Great American Chocolate Bar. Ironically, most of these candy bars are made by the same manufacturer!
To Shop our extensive selection of HERSHEY CHOCOLATES, please click HERE.
What do you know about your Sweetarts... ;)
Sweetarts - and Sweet Hearts - come in all shapes, sizes and flavors. To shop our selection, please click HERE.
National Licorice Day - APRIL 12TH
To celebrate, head over to our website to get a FREE 8oz BAG of LICORICE HOLLOWS with any Licorice purchase when you use the promo code "FREELICORICE" all weekend long!
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In honor of Cow Tales' 40th Anniversary, Let's Test our knowledge of Cow Tales on Today's Trivia Tuesday!
It's hard to believe this fabled candy has existed for four decades! Cow Tales Honey Buns are the latest flavor.
Celebrate National Caramel Day on April 5th.
Did you know that April 5th is National Caramel Day? Although its origins are unknown, they date back to ancient civilizations. Now, caramel is a timeless staple of the sweets industry. Caramel is made by melting white sugar to a rich, decadent consistency, and depending on that consistency, the production process changes. Caramel comes in many forms, from sauce to hard and soft caramels and even caramel filling, each with its own unique charm and flavor. First, we have the classic caramels, including Werther's and our classic Vanilla Caramel Squares. Vanilla caramel creams are also very popular caramel candy, just...
What To Do With Leftover Easter Candy...
After every holiday, there's a delightful challenge of having more candy than we can eat. But fear not, for candy is a treasure that can never go to waste, and we have the perfect solution for all your extra candy. Easter candies, rich chocolate, and fluffy marshmallows are perfect for adding a twist to other sweets. Putting them in cookies is the perfect solution to reinvent your sweets, make them even more delicious, and ensure they do not go to waste. I started with two bags of sugar cookie mix to create the perfect cookies. I made the dough, chopped...
Play Ball! Enjoy Baseball Season With These Classic Treats!
Baseball is back in full swing on Thursday, March 28 with Major League Baseball's opening day and we have just the sweets and snacks to bring the baseball stadium feel to you this season. No matter who your favorite team is, there is a snack for you to celebrate with. There is no better candy to start the season off with other than Big League Chew, the official bubblegum of USA baseball. They are the first and only shredded bubble gum and have been a favorite for baseball fans since 1980. For any play, Big League Chew has a gum...
Let's Learn About Cadbury Easter Eggs for Trivia Tuesday!
Cadbury Eggs have been an Easter classic for as long as we have been selling Easter Candy, and that's been a very long time!
Let's Learn About Brach's Easter Candy on Trivia Tuesday!
Brach's Candy has been part of our Easter offerings since we opened our doors in 1927.
We were the first - yes, the FIRST - to offer their wholesale candy, and over the years, we have seen too many of their classic candies come and go. Gone are the days of the beloved Marshmallow Hunt Egg and White Fiesta Malt Eggs!
The good news is that we still offer their Jelly Beans, Pastel Fiesta Malt Gggs, and other fun stuff, too!
Hop Over and Test Your Chocolate Bunny Knowledge on Today's Trivia Tuesday
Easter wouldn't be the same without Chocolate Bunnies and our selection is sure to have you hopping back for more!
The Best Candies to Stuff Your Easter Eggs With
Easter is all about bunnies, baskets, and, you guessed it, EGGS. One of the staple parts of Easter celebrations is egg hunts, and the best hunts are always with eggs filled with the best candies. Only some Easter candies fit within the plastic Easter eggs. So, to help you find the perfect candies for Easter eggs, we have created a guide with our favorite spring candies. Our first category of Easter candies for Easter eggs is Eggs within an Egg. Nothing is more fun than opening a plastic Easter egg only to find more sweet eggs inside! These candies are...
Let's Hop on over and Test our Jelly Bean Knowledge on Today's Trivia Tuesday!
To shop our selection of Jelly Beans and hard-to-find Easter Candy, please click HERE.
Let's Learn about Easter Candy on Trivia Tuesday!
Whether you like Jelly Beans, Chocolate Eggs, Marshmallow Peeps, or more, you will find our selection of Easter Candy second to none.
Tour a Candy House That AI Built
A couple of weeks ago, we showed you what it would be like to live in a world made of candy, our dream world. Afterward, we wondered what living in a house full of candy would look like. To do this, just like how we created a world of candy, we used Midjourney, an AI photo generator, to think up the house of our dreams. Trust me, this will be the SWEETEST house tour you have ever taken! The outside of the house is made up of an assortment of candies, everything from bubble gum to an assortment of hard...
Are you Going to Stick to The Classic Kit Kat, or Are you Ready to Try Something New?
It goes without saying that the classic Kit Kat Candy Bar is delicious! It has long been one of our favorite classic candies. In recent years, Kit Kat has expanded from their classic line to include new and exciting flavors. So, I decided to test some out and introduce you to others. First, I was so intrigued by the new Kit Kat flavors that I needed to try a new one. I was also intrigued by the Birthday Cake Kit Kat because I love birthday cake! This is the only Kit Kat in our lineup that I hadn’t tried, so...
Let's Test our Caramel Knowledge on Trivia Tuesday!
And for all of you who got the last question right, why not reward yourself with a Reese's CARAMEL Peanut Butter Cup...
Trivia Tuesday - Valentine's Day Edition!
Test your Valentine's Day knowledge for this special Trivia Tuesday!
Let's Have a Conversation and Learn About Conversation Hearts Candy on Today's Trivia Tuesday!
Find the perfect conversation starter in a our collection of Candy Conversation Hearts!
AI-Generated Candy Land of Our Dreams
Many people have discussed how AI is the future of technology and our world. To test this, I experimented with mid-journey, an AI photo generator, to see if it could create the future we all want to see here at CandyFavorites: a world made entirely of candy. Now, only some of the images created are great or even close to the candy world of my dreams, but I was able to make a town full of candy, and here it is. First, when you enter the city, candy trees, and castles topped with sweet treats greet you. Eventually, as you...
Your Ultimate Gift Guide for All Your Valentine's
While Valentine's Day is most commonly reserved for romantic Valentine's, anyone can be celebrated. Your siblings, parents, other family members, romantic partners, and friends can be your Valentine. Sometimes, it can be hard to know what to get for all your Valentine's, so we created a Valentine's gift guide with the top three candies for each type of Valentine to make it easier for you to buy them! ROMANTIC PARTNERS They are the most common people who consider Valentine's, so original gifts are hard to come by, but we have some for you. ● Brach's Large Conversation Hearts to get...
2024 Easter Candy Catalog
Easter Candy is in very short supply and as Easter is early this year, we have already sold out of many items. This list represents current inventory sold on a "first-come, first-serve" basis. We will not be able to reorder from the manufacturers and we encourage everyone to order early to ensure availability. To view EASTER COUNT GOODS in the order they appear on the catalog, please click HERE. To view EASTER BULK CANDY in the order they appear on the catalog, please click HERE. If you need special orders or are shipping to multiple locations, please consider our unique...
Let's Learn about Hershey Kisses on Today's Trivia Tuesday!
Why not reach out and Kiss a loved one with our selection of beloved Hershey's Kisses!
Test your Knowledge about Hot Chocolate on Today's Trivia Tuesday!
If you are a candy lover, chances are that you love chocolate too.
Whether it is in the form of a candy bar or a glass of Hot Chocolate - perfect for those of you on the East Coast where temperatures are hovering in the teens - we have several options sure to please any chocolate lover.
Also, don't forget we still have a great selection of Chocolate Bombs too....
Snickers Satisfies on Trivia Tuesday!
Arguably one of the best-selling candy bars of all time - over 400 million candy bars are sold yearly - there is no doubt that, as the slogan goes, "Snickers Satisfies."
Test your knowledge and learn more about the history of this fabled candy bar by clicking HERE.
2024 Valentine's Day Candy Catalog
It's that time of year again -- our 97th Valentine's Day!
Our Valentine's Day catalog covers all your needs from old classics like conversation hearts - even the elusive ones from Brach's - and old classics such as Reese Peanut Butter Hearts, Valentine's Nerds Ropes, and Wax Lips, as well as fun and new and exciting items sure to bring out the romantic side in all of us!
Supplies are limited, so please order early!
They Always Say the Way to Someone's Heart is through......CANDY!
For Valentine's Day, people often give flowers and chocolate. While those are great gifts, especially the chocolate, we have some new creative ideas, especially for some foodies. This Valentine's Day, we have both the Kraft Assorted Friendship Exchange Gummies Box and a Kraft Gummy Lunchable Pizza Kit Heart Box. Both of these feature gummies that are extremely delicious and realistic, too. I had to test whether they fit for Valentine's Day. First, I tried all the candies inside the Kraft Assorted Friendship Exchange Gummies box, including Kraft Mac & Cheese gummies, Oscar Mayer Hot Dog gummies, and Claussen Pickle gummies....
Trivia Tuesday for National Candy Cane Day!
Post your answers in the comment section below. When done, check out our HUGE selection of Candy Canes here!
Last Minute Tips to Help You Stuff the Best Stocking
Stockings are my personal favorite part of Christmas morning. Rifling through the little presents and sweet treats is always a highlight of the day, especially when made with care. Each stocking in my household is personalized to make each person feel special. The easiest aspect to customize is the candy. Pick a person's favorite or maybe even a candy related to an inside joke; either way, there is no way to go wrong when it's all delicious. Putting together the perfect stocking can be hard, so here are some tips to help you put it all together. 1. Seek the...
Trivia Tuesday for National Hard Candy Day!
Post your answers in the comment section below. When done, check out our HUGE selection of Hard Candy here!
You’ve Heard of Elf on the Shelf, but Have you Heard of….
Elf on the Shelf is a prevalent tradition for families around the holidays, and we adore it! We also love all the other parodies that have come from it, so we wanted to create our version but with candy. For each graphic, there is a saying that goes along with it. For example, if the candy were a Zero candy bar with a superhero on top of it, the saying would be "A hero on a Zero". However, this is a strictly holiday edition, so think festive whenever you are guessing! Leave your best guesses below, and look for our...
Let's learn about Gingerbread on Trivia Tuesday!
Whether it is Gingerbread Men or Gingerbread Houses, our selection of SEASONAL CANDY is sure to fit your holiday needs!
How Sour Candy Can Help Your Mental Health
Sour candy is now being used for much more than just giving a kick to your taste buds. You can now use it to kick back against your mental health. After being a TikTok trend viewed over 2 million times, people are now adding sour candy to their mental health toolbox. In this video with over 2 million views, a lady shares her own experience with using sour candy to help combat her mental health problems. Her therapist recommended that she should have a Warhead when she feels a panic attack coming. Talk about an off-prescription use for...CANDY Other therapists...
MUCH to give THANKS for on Trivia Tuesday!
At Candyfavorites.com, we give THANKS to the many generations of loyal customers who have helped to make us America's OLDEST Wholesale Candy Company.
We wish you and yours only happiness and health this Thanksgiving and throughout the holiday season!
Let's Learn about Claey's Candy on Trivia Tuesday!
With its old-school look and feel, Claeys is a candy that looks great and tastes better!
What Candy Means to Us on National Candy Day
Candy to us is more than just a sweet treat. It's more than just chocolate, gummies, or hard candies. Candy, to us, is about RELATIONSHIPS. Relationships between our family and friends, between us and our customers, and us and the candy business we work with. In hard times, we give candies to our loved ones to show them encouragement. On holidays, we use candy to show people we love them. Best of all, whenever we need a pick-me-up, we grab some candy to help make our days better. When I was younger and had had a long day at school,...
Test your Halloween Candy Knowledge on Today's Trivia Tuesday!
THANK YOU for an amazing 96th Halloween Season!
Meet the Lovely M&M's Characters
My favorite thing about M&M's is the candy's personality, partly due to their sweet "spokescandies." In honor of National M&M's Day on October 12th, let’s learn a little about each spokescandy. First, we have RED. Red represents regular Milk Chocolate, Dark Chocolate, Peanut Butter, and Crispy M&M's. Red is best known for his egotistical nature but also for being a perfectionist. Red has existed since the beginning of M&M's spokescandies in the 1990s. Overall, Red is sarcastic and self-centered and always steals the show whenever possible. If we had to guess, his horoscope sign would be an LEO. Then there...
Our Blogger Hannah's Take on Thrillist's Top Ten Halloween Candy List
Candy is subjective and our blogger Hannah shares her opinion about Thrillist's list of Top Ten Halloween Candies Trick-or-treating was one of my favorite things when I was younger, and I still love it today! Even better, I loved returning and trading all my favorite candies with my friends. It was the sweetest day of the year and has been for decades! I would always trade certain candies for others, trying to create the best bag of candy. However, I would like to know if my taste aligns with the most popular Halloween candies as ranked by Thrillist. Reese's Cups...
2023 Christmas Candy Catalog
In the candy industry, the holidays are the MOST wonderful time of the year as candy sweetens the holidays, and our selection is always sure to please. When purchasing holiday candy, please remember that all products are sold on a "first come, first served" basis as, unlike other years, we cannot reorder once products are gone. If you are interested in corporate packaging or shipping to multiple locations, our Concierge Program would happily oversee all aspects of your project! Please click on the catalog below to view a larger version suitable for printing. To view ALL of our Seasonal Candies,...
Learn About A Candy Bar That Is Far Less Than Zero.
This "Under the Radar" Candy Bar is still available at CandyFavorites!
Enjoy a taste of the past by clicking HERE.
Who says you have to go out West to find Gold? We offer Cup O Gold Candy Bars here!
Gone but not forgotten and finally easily available on both coasts, Cup O Gold Candy Bars are a retro classic that tastes as good as they look!
If you haven't tried them or want to test your sweet knowledge, please give our Tuesday Trivia a try....
To try a truly delicious candy bar that your grandparents, and maybe even their grandparents may have enjoyed, please click HERE
Candy Dynamic Toxic Waste Slime Lickers Notice
We received notification from the manufacturer about Toxic Waste Slime Lickers.
Please stay tuned as more information becomes available from the manufacturer.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to us at support@candyfavorites.com for more information.
Blow Some Bubbles and Learn About Bubble Gum on Today's Trivia Tuesday!
Our selection of gum is one of the best in the industry, to find your favorite Chewing Gum, please click HERE.
Let's Blow Dubble Bubble(s) on Trivia Tuesday!
Here's a fun fact (and hint) - McKeesport Candy Co., was one of the FIRST candy wholesalers to offer Dubble Bubble when they opened their doors "way back when" and have offered it ever since.
Hey Barbie, What's your Favorite Movie Candy?
With $1 billion sold in global ticket sales, the Barbie movie has broken records and has inspired everyone from all over to choose just about everything in pink, including candy. While the movie, on the surface, is about a favorite childhood toy, it has a much deeper and sweeter meaning. I saw the movie the weekend it came out. The movie theater was packed; of course, my crew and I were dressed head to toe in pink! Ever since the movie, pink has been my favorite color. I wear pink. I drink pink. I eat pink. I am pink. I’m...
2023 Halloween Candy Catalog
Halloween is one holiday practically synonymous with candy, and 2023 looks to be one of the most vibrant years in decades. Supplies are limited as we placed Halloween orders in February and cannot reorder later in the season, so once a product is sold out, it will not be available later in the season. We encourage anyone needing large quantities to purchase as early as possible, and please reach out if you are interested in custom packaging or special labeling. That said, please allow us to introduce our 2023 Halloween Candy Selection. All treats, no tricks! PS: Our Christmas Candy...
Candy & (Taylor) Swifties - We are in our Sweet Era!
How did you "sweeten" your Taylor Swift Experience? Taylor Swift has been part of the music scene since her debut album 2006. With each album, she introduced a new side of her life, further exposing her sheer talent. After publishing her album Midnights and continuing to re-release her music so she could have the rights to her own music, Swift announced her Eras Tour, which has quickly become a global sensation. The Eras Tour is characterized by her musical journey through each of her albums. This tour has changed the word "era" and what being a Taylor Swift fan means....
This Sweet California Piece of Gold is Back - Introducing Cup-o-Gold Candy Bars!
Almost 100 years after the real California Gold Rush, The Hoffman Candy Company created another kind of gold rush but this time, an extra sweet one. The Cup-O-Gold candy bar came out in the 1950s from the Hoffman Candy Company, which invented all kinds of chocolate delicacies in the 1930s. While the Hoffman Candy Company doesn’t produce Cup-O-Golds anymore, there are still efforts today to preserve their old building as a historical and cultural monument. The Hoffman Candy Company was one of the earliest family-operated candy companies in Los Angeles, making history both within the city and the candy world....
Help Us Celebrate our Sweet 96th Birthday!
This week, we will be humbled to celebrate the 96th birthday of McKeesport Candy Co., established in 1927, the Oldest Wholesaler Candy Company in the nation and the partner of CandyFavorites.com, the Internet's First Online Candy Store. Jon H.Prince / President When my grandfather created the company in 1927 and passed it to my father in the 1950s, little could they imagine that the company would continue to grow and be as relevant today, maybe even more so, as it was decades prior. We have worked hard to stay true to our founding principles of providing excellent customer service and competitive prices as...
Our (Not So) Top Secret Recipe for the Perfect Trail Mix
Summer's not without hikes, sunscreen, swimming pools, and snacks. The best summer snack of all is trail mix. The best part of the trail mix is the candy. I always pick it out and eat it first. It's one of my worst habits, but I can't help myself. It's the best part. I had to put together the perfect trail mix to celebrate summertime. Everyone has different tastes, so my ideal mix will differ from yours. However, there is a recipe that everyone can follow to create their perfect combination. The perfect trail mix starts with a good base consisting...
Candy is All About Sweet Memories, Share Yours!
Chances are, if you are reading this, you most likely inquired about a product that was discontinued and is no longer available for purchase despite our greatest wishes. The disappointment someone feels when they find out their favorite candy is discontinued - sadly, something all too common these days - can be unmatched. After all, when companies discontinue their products, we can lose parts of our childhood, our favorite foods, and our memories. While it can seem nonsensical that your favorite candy is discontinued, there are many reasons a company either decides to or has to discontinue an item that, in some...
Let's Have A LAFF(y) on TAFFY Trivia Tuesday!
To enjoy a few laughs and have some great-tasting Taffy, please click HERE
Candy Feeds Imagination at Winchester-Thurston's Willy Wonka Camp
Candy has been known to feed imaginations for decades, especially for children. The candy world was changed forever when the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory movie came out in 1971. One might call Willy Wonka, the "Patron Saint" of candy. Along with the movie came candies manufactured under the Willy Wonka candy name, such as Nerds, Gobstoppers, and Laffy Taffy. While those candies are still in production, they are no longer sold under the Wonka name. However, the Wonka legacy lives on through its story, movies, and contributions to the candy industry and children's imaginations. It may not be a...
How Much Do You Know About Pop Rocks - Trivia Tuesday
Did you know that McKeesport Candy Co. was one of the FIRST distributors in the nation to offer Pop Rocks? Check out our amazing selection HERE.
Fudgie Wudgie Fudge is Back!
A few years ago, we were disappointed to learn that Fudgie Wudgie fudge would no longer be available. This line of creamy, decadent fudge had been a huge hit with our customers for as long as we'd been able to offer it. Well, the good times are back again. We're delighted to announce that Fudgie Wudgie Fudge is again available at CandyFavorites.com! The company is under new management, and their fudge is better than ever. High Quality Small-Batch Fudge Fudge Wudgie Fudge is manufactured in Pittsburgh, PA, and made to order using the finest all-natural ingredients. The best part is...
Candy Gives Us More Than Just Sweetness … It Gives Sweet Memories
Share your favorite candy memories below and have a chance of winning an entire box of your favorite candy! In honor of National Candy Month, my favorite month of the year, I reflected on all that candy has given me in my life. While many people see candy as a sweet treat, it is more than that. It has given me many smiles and also many memories. My favorite candy, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups (which I am sure many of you know already), is my favorite for a reason. Yes, it tastes fantastic. Yes, it has an outstanding balance between...
Turning Classic Candy into Cold Treats with Candy Ice Cream Recipes!
Can you think of anything better than your favorite candy bars mixed with your favorite ice cream? While I love candy, my favorite dessert is ice cream. I think that candy and ice cream combinations have the potential to make the best flavors by adding two sweets together to make a better one. Making your ice cream with the new Ninja Creami has also been popular on social media, so I wanted to try it myself. My family recently bought a Ninja Creami, so I thought, what’s better than trying it and following the trends but adding a candy twist? ...
The Latest Tik Tok Trend is Turning Candy into a Salad!
The second I heard the words "candy" and "salad" next to each other, I knew I would be into it Look out, Julia Childs! While I am not the biggest fan of salads, I am the biggest fan of candy! Scrolling on Tik Tok one day, I encountered people mixing various candies and calling it a salad. I was intrigued by the different candy combinations and this innovation in candy consumption. After hours of research (scrolling on Tik Tok), I couldn't resist trying this trend. While many videos combine different kinds of candy, such as gummies, sour candies, and chocolate,...
Learn more about a beloved Caramel Candy called Cowtales!
Let us know how well you did on this quiz, and while you are at it, enjoy some Caramel Creams and Cowtales too!
A Review of Hannah's Favorite M&M's Chocolate Candies Flavors!
As a candy lover, there should be no doubt that I have my own opinions about candy, and over the past year and a half, I have fallen in love with reviewing candies and offering my perspective. I realize that many other people have different opinions than me. My favorite candy is Reese's, and I will always go for chocolate. However, I understand that many people do not share this same opinion. I have always loved M&M's too, which made me want to create this ranking of some of their current flavors on the market. If I ranked these flavors...
Why Pixy Stix may soon be impossible to find!
Recently we heard a rumor that Pixy Stix could be discontinued shortly. While we are still determining the validity of this rumor or what is happening with them, we will continue to update you all as we learn more. Of course, we will also continue to sell them as long as possible. You only know how good you have it once you lose it.... That saying can undoubtedly be true for Pixy Stix and my relationship with the sugary candy. I have never been one to love Pixy Stix because I am much more of a chocolate lover. However, since...
The Face-Off of the Century: Which Reese's Product Will Come Out on Top?
I am currently on vacation with my family in Cape Cod. A huge part of our family vacations is the sweets we pick up along the way, in the car on our way to the destination, during our stay, and even little treats on the way back. So whenever I travel, I have something Reese's related, considering it is my favorite candy and my family's candy of choice. The first blog post I ever wrote was about Reese's and their secret of the golden ratio; if you don't know what it is, go ahead and look at that blog post...
Have a Jolly (Rancher) Good Time on Trivia Tuesday!
A true American Candy Classic, Jolly Ranchers are a candy that never fails to please!
Let us know how you did and we would love to hear your favorite Jolly Rancher memories too!
Visit our NEW Illustrated History of Candy!
For over 96 years, been dedicated to delivering high-quality candy to our customers, and throwback candies are no exception. We believe that “the future of candy is rooted in the past,” With this, we strive to provide the best retro candies on the market and pay tribute to their history. To help in this venture to find some sweet nostalgia or learn more, we recently added our Illustrated History of Candy to our Candy University. With these graphics, you can learn some speedy history while getting to know your favorite sweet treats better. Of course, the more you know about...
Want To Win A Box Of Your FAVORITE Candy?
Share your favorite way to eat candy, and the best entry will win a box of their favorite sweets! When it comes to eating candy, there are various ways that people enjoy their favorite sweets. Many celebrities have their opinions on the issue. For example, Kourtney Kardashian views the proper way to eat a Kit Kat: to eat all the chocolate from the wafer and then eat the crispy wafer by itself. With almost any candy, you can choose to eat it in multiple different ways. The standard method is just taking a bite of the candy and throwing it...
Let's Learn About Rolos on Trivia Tuesday!
What's not to love about the bite-size milk chocolate and caramel combination known as Rolo?
A classic for quite some time, Rolos remain a staple at any well-appointed candy counter!
Jon Prince of CandyFavorites.com Discussing 2023 Easter Candy Shortages on WTAE Pittsburgh
Learn about how supply chain issues are causing candy shortages on popular Easter candy in this featured interview on WTAE-TV Pittsburgh. Don't worry though, we are still able to source hard to find Easter candy as well as other highly sought-after sweets.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WgrtVOm3E0M
A Guide for making the PERFECT Easter Basket.
Making Easter baskets isn't always easy, but we are here to make that job more manageable.
Here are the eight essential steps that we have put together to create the perfect easter basket that any candy lover would enjoy.
To shop our incredible Easter Candy Selection, please click HERE.
Why we LOVE Marshmallow Peeps Pops
Marshmallow Peeps come in two flavors - Rainbow and Mike & Ike Flavored 5 Reasons Why Peeps Pops are Just Better Although we love all marshmallow peeps, Peeps Pops are the superior candy choice for your Easter baskets this spring for many reasons, but if you don't believe us, here are five reasons! 1. YOU GET MORE THAN ONE COLOR PEEP. When you get only one colored Peep, it can get a little old while enjoying them. Even though all Peeps taste the same unless specially flavored, that doesn't change the fact that Peeps are always better in various colors. ...
Test your Pez Candy Knowledge on Trivia Tuesday!
It's hard to believe that McKeesport Candy Co., was one of the first Pez Distributors in the nation. and that the candy was invented - hint, hint - around the same time as our wholesale company was founded
Over the years some truly unique dispensers have come through our doors - we should have kept a few of them as some are quite valuable!
We still have a large selection of Pez Dispensers and also have the Pez Refill Candy too!
If you have any fun Pez Trivia to share, we would love to see your comments below!
Let's learn about M&M's Chocolate Candies on Trivia Tuesday!
Few candies are as fabled as M&M's, and since 1941, they have been "melting in mouths and not in hands." Ironically, these were originally made as rations for soldiers allowing them to enjoy chocolate without it melting.
Test your knowledge about M&M's Chocolate Candies, and if you know any fun or unusual facts, please share them below!
Nips Hard Candy is Back!
We were thrilled that Brachs revitalized Nips Hard Candy - a classic since 1961 Within 96 years in our rearview mirror, at CandyFavorites.com, we believe that "the future of candy is rooted in the past," With this belief, we like to make old-school candy accessible to our customers. Nowadays, it can be hard to find your old favorite candies; that is a problem we are trying to solve! Nips, a classic old-school candy, are back in stock, and we couldn't be happier to bring them back to our customers. We suspect dentists are thrilled too. We offer Brach's Nips Hard...
Let's learn about Jelly Beans on Trivia Tuesday!
Due to the war in Ukraine, wheat is in short supply and it is an essential ingredient when making starch which is one of the main ingredients when manufacturing jelly beans, hence the nationwide shortage!
Jelly Beans may not be readily available in 2023 but there is no shortage of trivia about this beloved and colorful Easter candy.
Who doesn't want to learn more about Cadbury Easter Eggs on Trivia Tuesday?
Cadbury Eggs have been an Easter classic for as long as we have been selling Easter Candy, and that's been a long time!
Today's Trivia Tuesday is devoted to a Candy Lovers Favorite Holiday - VALENTINE'S DAY!
At CandyFavorites.com, we wish everyone a HAPPY, HEALTHY and SWEET Valentine's Day!
It's time to test your CandyFavorites knowledge on Trivia Tuesday!
At CandyFavorites.com, we love any candy-related history or trivia, even if it is about us!
As a valued customer, we thought you might have fun testing your knowledge about what you know about us!
And if you love candy history, check out our Retro Candy Timeline!
Make new friends but don't forget the old. One is SILVER but Brach's "Friends" Conversation Hearts are GOLD!
Brach's "Friends" Conversation Hearts A classic element of Valentine's Day is the love we share with those around us: family, significant others, or FRIENDS. Brach's has released conversation hearts to spread the love this Valentine's Day with sayings from a show loved by many, Friends, in honor of the show's 30th anniversary. Yes, we are all getting older... Although the show ended almost 19 years ago, the love for the show has stuck around through its loyal fan base because of what it stands for, love and friendship. With relationship and friendship drama on the show, Friends shows us all different forms...
Let's learn about Marshmallow Peeps on Candy Trivia Tuesday!
Whether you like them hard or soft, there is no denying that Marshmallow Peeps are one of the most iconic candies still produced in America!
If you love Peeps, you will surely love this trivia quiz devoted to everyone's favorite edible marshmallow treats!
Let us know how you did and we would love to know if you like your Peeps hard or soft!
It's Time for Tuesday Candy Trivia!
CALLING ALL SELF-PROCLAIMED CANDY EXPERTS!
We love anything retro, so we thought a fun trivia game would be to match some of America's favorite candy bars with the year they were introduced!
Over the years, our wholesale company, McKeesport Candy Co., was among the first candy companies to offer all of these products!
SHARE YOUR COMMENTS OR MEMORIES AND LET US KNOW HOW YOU DID ON THE QUIZ!
Is there a Jelly Bean Shortage in 2023?
It would be hard to imagine Easter without Jelly Beans....but it is possible! Each candy has a time in the year when it's "in season," almost like fruit. Instead of growing conditions, we have taste bud conditions. While every candy can be eaten in any season and still be delicious, there are certain times of the year when the candy tastes even better. For example, it might feel odd to eat a candy cane in the summer unless you are celebrating Christmas in July, and while eating jelly beans in any other season than spring wouldn't feel wrong, it just...
Brachs and Sweetheart Conversation Hearts are true "Old School" candies.
Conversation Hearts are a sweet way to express your feelings! Conversation Hearts have long been a beloved Valentine's treat, and we have been offering them for over ninety years in various flavors, shapes, and sizes. As old-school candies go, these deserve a place close to the top of the list! These hard, sugary sweets come in an array of fun colors and usually have an endearing phrase or saying stamped into the hard candy exterior. Although we lament the loss of the original NECCO Conversation Hearts - Necco went bankrupt in 2018 after a 171-year run - the Sweethearts brand...
Kidsmania Dino Doo, Llama Doo, and Unicorn Doo are truly unique!
CandyFavorites is proud to present three fun and whimsical products from Kidsmania, one of our favorite novelty candy manufacturers - Llama Doo, Unicorn Doo, and Dino Doo. These three candy "poopers" are perfect for a conversation starter or for someone who is looking for a good laugh, as the creatures are as adorable as the candy is delicious. They surely offer a new take on a candy dispenser! A Llama with a rainbow mane is a rarity, but that is just. one more reason why Llama Doo is a winner. Llama Doo is an adorable tan llama with a rainbow...
Our Candy Blogger Hannah's Unique Take on Candy
My Controversial Takes on Candy As a candy blogger and self-professed lover of almost all things sweet, I have my takes on what candy bars are "good" and which are "bad." Still, of course, these opinions are my own, as candy is very subjective! People can be chocolate lovers, gummi fanatics, or just love a mix of everything. I am a chocolate lover, but not exclusively. Of course, occasionally, I enjoy an excellent gummy or sour treat. My favorite candy is Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, precisely their Big Cup. Throughout my life, I have learned that some of my takes...
A Look Back at Our Year + A Thank You
As we close out this year with the holidays, we wanted to thank our customers and members of the Candy Favorites family. It is no secret that this year has had its challenges with candy shortages, but there has also been so much sweet joy that has come with this year. We could not have had a successful year without your support. We started the year in January by extending our bagged candy selection opinions and getting Old Dominion Peanut Blocks and Reese's popcorn in stock. Unfortunately, in February, we had a shortage of Valentine's Day candies, but we unveiled...
Holiday Candy Cookies Treats Recipes
My favorite part of the holidays is baking. I love sharing my treats and also getting to try them myself. A particular aspect of holiday baking is that it includes lots of candy. So if you need any last-minute baking recipes and want to sweeten them with candy, we've got your back! The three recipes here for you today have snippet videos of them up on our tik tok. If you want extra help or want to see some satisfying videos, head over there, our username is @candy.favorites. Some of my favorite memories from the holidays include baking, and it's when I...
A Quick Guide to Gingerbread Houses!
Explore your inner architect and make an Amazing Gingerbread House this holiday season!
No one ever said that a Gingerbread House has to be a HOUSE! Be Creative!
December 6th is the day Licorice Snaps Lovers have been patiently waiting for!
Psst, American Licorice Original Licorice Snaps will be available for purchase on CandyFavorites.com on December 6th! On December 6th, Licorice Snaps Will Be Back In Stock! It's the moment you have all been waiting for … Licorice Snaps are soon to be back in stock, and you don't want to miss the the opportunity to stock up on one of the most beloved and elusive candies of all time! Production was limited in 2022, and unfortunately, we will only have a llimited, very llimited, supply! Licorice Snaps are bite-sized bits of chewy licorice goodness, each coated with a candy shell...
It Isn't the Holidays Without a Sweet Gingerbread House!
One of my favorite parts of the holidays is gingerbread houses. I make at least one every year, and usually, my family participates in the annual Pittsburgh Gingerbread House competition. We use every candy known to man to construct a masterpiece, and it never turns out to be a classic gingerbread house or a house at all. Still, it doesn’t have to be for the competition. When we first started the competition, we built a giant Rubber Ducky out of Candy and Rice Krispy treats. A GIANT Rubber ducky made of Candy and Rice Krispies! The following year we created...
Help Us Celebrate the 94th Birthday of the Beloved Reese's Peanut Butter Cup!
Celebrate the 94th Birthday of one of the most popular candy flavor combinations of all time! With the most profound pleasure, I announce that today, November 15, 2022, is the 94th birthday of the beloved Reese's Peanut Butter Cup! Ninety-four years ago, on this very day, Harry Burnett Reese invented this peanut butter and chocolate delight in his basement. Reese was a former employee of The Hershey Company and left to start his own business, which eventually bought his candy in 1963 and sells it today. Although Mr.Reesesold the company back to Hershey, it's safe to say that his candy...
The Great Candy Cane Shortage Continues!
Candy Canes are still in short supply so we encourage you to order early! We see many elements of the holiday season as vital—for example, ice skating, decorating, baking, cooking, spreading kindness, and candy canes. Candy Canes symbolize the holiday season; seeing them in any other season is strange, but ironically, they sell year-round. They are used to decorate trees in baking and add flavor to our holiday season, and some even crush them to use as garnish for a cocktail or topping for baked goods. Candy Canes being such a crucial element to the holidays also means they hold...
New Candy & Snacks - November 2022
It is hard to believe that 2022 has two months left. It seems like yesterday that we were enjoying summer and, blink, now it is November! Halloween was the closest it has been to "normal" in the past few years, and supply chain issues seem to be resolving, albeit slowly. We have a vast selection of Christmas Candy, including an ample supply of Candy Canes in high demand due to a nationwide shortage of Peppermint Oil. This list features nonseasonal items, and we will be adding to it weekly. As always, if you need custom packaging or are looking for...
2022 Christmas Candy Catalog
We are excited that our 2022 Holiday Candy Selection is the largest it has been in several years! Our selection will allow you to stock up on all of your stocking stuffers, whether the recipient is naughty or nice! We have a healthy supply of candy canes. Still, we encourage you to order early as supplies are limited, especially for miniature candy canes, due to an ongoing nationwide shortage of Peppermint Oil. It never ends... There are several fun bulk items and lots of cute novelty candies too! If you are interested in custom packaging or large quantities or would...
Candy Canes are in VERY short supply in 2022?
It is hard to believe that there will be a candy cane shortage in 2022! Can you imagine a holiday season without candy canes? That's like asking if you could imagine Halloween without Pumpkins, Thanksgiving without Turkey - unless you are a vegetarian or vegan - the 4th of July without Fireworks, or Easter without Jelly Beans! It may sound improbable, even impossible, but the shortage of Peppermint Oil continues, and Candy Canes are almost impossible to find, especially the beloved miniature ones! According to industry insiders, production is down by over 25 percent! YIKES! After searching high and low,...
October 13th is National M&M's Day!
Celebrate with us through October 14th with a special discount on all M&M's products on CandyFavorites.com Happy National M&M's Day! Yes, you read the title correctly! October 13th is National M&M's Day, a sure day to celebrate! Being an M&M's lover, I knew I had to celebrate as soon as I discovered that there was a specific day set aside to celebrate one of the most famous candies ever created! In anticipation, I took a trip to the M&M's store in New York City. I won't lie, I was already going to New York City, and this seemed like a...
Want to learn about a 100-year-old snack called Moon Pies?
Learn more about the fascinating history of this retro classic treat here and save on Moon Pies today!
New Candy & Snacks - October 2022
Believe it or not, candy is still challenging to find as supply chain issues persist. As a result, Halloween Candy is still in short supply, and new products are few and far between! If you will be needing large quantities for custom or seasonal applications, we encourage you to order as early as possible. Enjoy Snow Cones year-round without worrying about them melting! 40161 - Alberts "Snow Cones" 6.77 oz. Mallow Cones - 48 ct. Perfect year-round whether it's hot or cold, our Alberts "Snow Cones" Mallow Cones are a retro candy classic! Each unit is individually wrapped and the...
Three New Fruit Flavored Efrutti Gummi Candies!
Efrutti offers three new fruit-flavored gummi candies! As a kid, I went to my brother's baseball games. I remember more of the concession stand than I do of the actual games themself. I would buy sunflower seeds and, of course, Efrutti Gummi "meals ."They are a core memory from my childhood, just looking at a pack of them in a candy store sends me back. All of them were sweet and about 25 times smaller than the actual foods. It's been years since these delicious little gummi treats entered my mouth, but now I've...
New Candy & Snacks - August 2022
As the Oldest Wholesale Candy Company in the nation - we celebrated our 95th Birthday this summer - we may have made our name selling nostalgic and retro candy, but that doesn't mean we don't have a soft spot for new treats! Supply Chain issues persist, especially for novelty candies, but the good news is that our inventory is slowly returning to pre-pandemic levels! We are also proud to announce our new Candy Concierge Program, designed to improve order fill rates and offer you a level of customer service seldom found. Bee Sour Carnival Lollipops are colorful, delicious, and fun!...
CandyFavorites Feature Interview on Alison Stewart's Award-Winning Podcast, "All of It," on WNYC!
Click above to listen to the interview with Alison Stewarts, an award-winning podcast, "All of It."
Jon H.Prince, President of CandyFavorites.com, was honored to be interviewed by Alison Stewart on WNYC, New York's Public Radio Station, on her award-winning podcast "All of It."
He enjoyed a scintillating conversation and discussed the reported demise of the beloved Choco Taco and how sweets are embedded in our memory of times past!
Click on the picture above to enjoy our discussion!
Introducing our NEW Candy Concierge Service!
For 95 years, we have offered the BEST Customer Service in the Wholesale Candy industry. Everyone loves being made to feel special, and ordering candy should be a joy and not a chore. Unfortunately, customer service isn't what it used to be, and receiving an order from a company and finding out that half the products are missing is nothing short of maddening. From our humble beginnings in 1927, we have built our company on the foundation of providing the best customer service with equally good products to match. Instead of scaling back on customer interaction as all of our...
Happy 95th Birthday To Us!
This summer marks our 95th year and third generation of ownership. This landmark is something our founder might not have envisioned when the company was founded in 1927. We are proud to be the OLDEST wholesale candy company in the nation and were the FIRST candy company to offer products for purchase online. We have long believed that "the future of candy is rooted in the past."To learn more about our storied history, please click here.While we are quite proud of our accomplishments and longevity, this would not be possible without our loyal customers. This is something that we remind ourselves of...
A Review of America's Favorites Candies from CandyFavorites.com
In honor of America's birthday month, which happens to coincide with ours - McKeesport Candy Co. is 95 years young this July and holds the distinction of being the OLDEST Wholesale Candy Company in the nation - I thought I would write about some of our favorite candies and how I feel about them. This holiday got me thinking about our country, and of course, my sweet connections made me think about what candies best represent our country. To determine which candies represent America, I researched a list of the most sold candies in the United States. To no surprise, I knew...
Frick Park Market, one of Mac Miller's favorite places in Pittsburgh, PA
Frick Park Market pays tribute to its storied past! "ANYTHING YOU NEED, YOU CAN FIND IT AT THE MARKET" A line from Mac Miller's song called "Frick Park Market" An essential part of who we are at Candy Favorites is where we are from, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Pittsburgh is known for its bridges, rivers, some of its sports teams, and local talent, including the late musician/rapper Mac Miller. Mac Miller's debut album, Blue Slide Park, gives a sense of him and his life growing up in Pittsburgh. He named a song after one place in Pittsburgh, Frick Park Market, located within...
Top 10 Candies for the Summer That You Need to Have!
Dubble Bubble Bubble Gum is America's Best Selling Bubble Gum! Dubble Bubble Bubble Gum Something about bright pink bubbles and the popping sounds just transports me to summer. Maybe it's their sweet flavor, or it's the act of blowing the bubble itself, but bubble gum is the perfect summer treat. Mint gum reminds me more of winter and the cold breezes that come with it, but classic pink bubble gum reminds me of all the sweetness that summer offers. These delightful chewy pink squares are America's Best Selling Bubble Gum for a reason, the pure joy it brings to people....
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We are all about (trying to) keep up with technology and we are proud to announce our new TEXT BASED service allowing you to be the first to know new products, industry news and to take advantage of special promotions! A perfect way to stay in the loop while "on the go", we hope you will join us in our latest technological venture designed to make our customer service second to none! Text CANDYFAV to (833) 676-4217 for 5% off your next order and other exclusive offers! By signing up via text, you agree to receive recurring automated promotional and personalized marketing text messages...
Introducing Hannah Brelsford, our Sweetest Blogger Yet!
Meet Hannah, our sweetest blogger yet! Hi, I am Hannah Brelsford, and I am a writer for Candy Favorites* I love to be creative, write, and eat candy, so this job seemed like the perfect fit for me. My goal is to add variety to the blog through a mix of product reviews, musings, and articles about the History of Candy which is a focus of the website! A love for sweets I have had ever since I was young. Stockings filled with candy surprises to the brim, rewatching Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, wishing so badly that I too...
Time to Get Smarter about Smarties, One of the Smartest Sweets!
If you thought there was only one flavor variation of the ever-so-popular Smarties Candy, you are wrong, and so am I. A few weeks ago, when I stepped into our Candy Favorites warehouse, I was shocked to see that there was more than one flavor of Smarties. I guess it makes sense; most candies have some flavor variation. Still, I have never heard of one for Smarties and never even thought of it possible. Today I bring you the taste test of the century, at least for me, it is. This will be a showdown of three flavors of Smarties:...
We have some BIG news! LIME SKITTLES are back!
LIME is finally back! To get your hands on some new Skittles, please click HERE
Consumers asked and Mars Wrigley listened.
To learn more about this momentous decision, please click HERE!
A Sweet Starry Night at the 2022 Winchester Thurston High School Prom
As a senior in high school, one thing I have been most looking forward to is my prom, something I didn't get to participate in last year because of the pandemic. Last year when I wasn't able to go, it broke my heart since it is a staple part of the high school experience, so this year I decided to make it extra sweet with some help from CandyFavorites. This event seemed like it was just the thing that needed to be sweetened up with a bit of our candy. So when I talked to Jon Prince, the company President,...
Sizzle, Snap, Pop - The Exciting World of Pop Rocks Popping Candy
It's been years since I have had Pop Rocks. They have always seemed like a candy to have for fun, like a Ring Pop, and less of a candy you have purely for the flavor like Reeses. However, today I will put these fun little candies to the test by trying four flavors and diving into what Pop Rocks are. To give some background to this taste test, I decided to dive a little into the world of pop rocks. What is this candy? How did it come to be? Pop Rocks are a hype of hard candy that contain...
Our Blogger Hannah sets out to create her own Candy World Record!
Our Blogger Hannah sets out to create her own Candy World Records! Celebrating its 95th year, CandyFavorites holds the distinction of being the Oldest Wholesale Company in the Nation. It may not be a world record per se but as the owner conveyed to me, " In the past few years, a year felt like a decade," making this distinction feel like a personal world record. When I started writing for the company, they told me that as much as they like articles about new candy, the History of Candy and related trivia interest them most. So I guess after...
Mini Mini Fruity Crunchy Coated Gum Pays Tribute to a Bygone Classic!
Introducing Mini Mini Chicles Fruity Crunchy Coated Gum! Have you heard of chiclets? Before writing this post, I hadn’t heard about them; maybe we are in the same boat, or perhaps this was your favorite gum as a child. Either way, thanks to the creative folks at Verburg, a tribute to this historical gum is back! Unfortunately, Chiclets were discontinued in 2016, but now you can get a real taste of one of the most popular chewing gums by introducing our new Mini Mini Chicles Fruity Crunchy Coated Gum! Everyone has their preference for gum. They want a fruity burst...
Introducing our NEW Pre-Made CandyFavorites Bag Candy Assortments!
Candy is what we sell, and service is what we deliver, so we figured by providing a premade assortment of our top-selling Bag Candy items, we could help take the guesswork out of what to choose to create an outstanding candy display. Perfect when sold alone and even better when mixed, these assortments offer tried and tested candies that we have been offering for decades. All of the candy is unpriced, allowing you a profit margin of your choice. 45139 - CandyFavorites Bag Candy RETRO "Decades" Assortment 6 Each of the Following Hang Bags (60 bags total) Atomic Fireballs Jawbusters ...
Lots o' Novelty Candy In Stock!
Supply chain issues still exist but our selection of Novelty Candy is stronger than it has been in the past few years. Supplies are still limited - yes, we agree that this is maddening but there does seem to be light on the horizon - and there is enough to go around for all. THE FOLLOWING NOVELTY CANDIES ARE IN STOCK AS OF APRIL 19, 2022 40089 Astro Pop Lollipops 40102 Big League "Slammin' Strawberry" Chew 4059 Bubble Gum Tape - Original 42131 Clackers Candy & Toy Combo 42119 Dino Skins 42154 Face Twisters "Apple" Bubble Gum 42161 Face Twisters...
A Taste of Easter Candy in 2022!
Some people say that holiday candy is the best candy, I would have to agree. Holiday candy tastes extra sweet, especially when it comes from the inside of a plastic egg or the contents of your easter baskets. However, something about holiday cheer adds to its delicious taste and makes it unique. I'm sure that it's already on your calendars, but the next candy-centric holiday is Easter! Easter for me has been filled with eggs, no, not the eggs that you hard boil or scramble. Instead, I'm talking about the superior version of eggs, CANDY EGGS! Just like regular eggs,...
Happy 100th Anniversary Gummi Bear and a Contest too....
Share your favorite Haribo memory and you might win an assortment of these Limited Edition Haribo Goldbears! To be honest, I don't know the first time I learned about Haribo Goldbears; they have just always been around. Growing up and now, Haribo is my family's gummi bear of choice, especially my father's. Even though this sweet treat has always been around, I can't believe they have been around for 100 years. Hans Riegel created the first gummy candy in 1922 in the form of bears in a small kitchen in Bonn, Germany. The name Haribo came from an acronym made...
New Candy Offerings for April 2022
It's not an April Fool's Day Joke, manufacturers are starting to ship new products! New candies have started to arrive, and we have been receiving regular shipments of old favorites! Of course, issues with supply chains still exist, but there is light at the end of the tunnel. 11070 - Assorted Gumballs Bulk Mix: Based on the success of our latest bag candy offering, we are offering this assortment in a larger quantity. The combination of different colors, shapes, and sizes makes this perfect for table decorations or party favors or blowing large bubbles. 40014 - AfterShocks Blue Raspberry Popping...
Guess what's back? An update on in-stock Novelty Candies!
Novelty Candy is returning to our shelves...and hopefully yours! Out with the old and with the new may have been the battle cry of the candy industry a few years ago. Still, after two-plus years of supply chain issues, most of us would be satisfied with a combination of both! Although new candies are trickling slowly ( stay tuned, as we have a new product listing going up in a matter of days), we are happy to announce that the following novelty candies have returned to our shelves. However, as supplies are still limited, we are unsure how long the...
When Toxic (Slime Lickers) Turns Trendy!
Curious about the hype? Learn more about why Toxic Waste Slime Lickers are the hottest candy you can't easily buy. When I think of "toxic," I don't think of a delicious sensation hitting my tongue, but with the Tik Tok famous Toxic Waste Slime Lickers, that's the first thing that comes to mind. This liquid candy has swept the internet, and it is doing it again through its Tik Tok stardom. Tik Tok has taken society by storm with its short videos and captivating content, even for people who aren't on the app. A prominent feature is its "For You"...
Temporarily Out Of Stock Bag Candy - March 2022
Supply chain issues persist, but the good news is that we are getting inventory regularly, especially in categories such as Candy Bars and Novelty Candy Our CandyFavorites Bag Candy is stronger than ever, but a few favorites are temporarily out of stock. As of March 17th, the following candies in our bag candy, tie-top and flat bag line are not available, but we have not been notified that they were discontinued, so hopefully, they will be back in stock sooner rather than later. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding! CANDYFAVORITES BLUE & RED LABEL HANG BAGS 45012 Bulls Eyes...
Astro Pops and HerSHEy Bars - Candy for Dreamers
Candy is for Dreamers Did you know that Astro Pops pays tribute to the Golden Age of Space Exploration? Recently I wrote a history post about Astro Pops, a lollipop based on rockets and children's dreams for space. This got me thinking about all the cosmic candies we have in this universe. The world's curiosity for space has always been around. After all, there is so much left to discover beyond what we can see. This fascination for space is shown through candy! Candy helps kids dream. As a kid, I loved candy and dreamed of candy stores like the...
Easter Candy Catalog - Updated March 8,2022
Easter Candy is in very short supply and we have sold out of many items. This list represents current inventory sold on a "first-come, first-serve" basis. We will not be able to reorder from the manufacturers and we encourage everyone to order early to ensure availability.
The Many Marshmallow Candy Manifestations
Marshmallows are "flexible" and "non-flexible" candy. Learn more! When people think about marshmallows they think small, they think they’re just small puffy balls of sugar. I think big, marshmallows can be part of every meal. Breakfast in your bowl of Lucky Charms. Lunch can be peanut butter and marshmallow fluff sandwich, Elvis Presley's favorite. Dinner can have a side of sweet potato casserole. Dessert is s'mores, the marshmallow classic. Oh, and if you ever get thirsty during the day, you can have hot chocolate with marshmallows. People underestimate marshmallows and their capacity. This post was inspired by a box that...
Ferrara Pan's Little Bombs of Flavor - Atomic Fireballs, Jawbreakers, or Lemonheads!
The inventors of three truly iconic candies - AtomicFireballs, Jaebreakers, and Lemonheads Recently I wrote about the history of the Ferrara Candy Company and how their candies came to be. When I wrote this article, my mouth watered the whole time. Honestly, it was torture not to have them in my mouth, but I waited for this very moment. It is time for me to taste these Ferrara Candy Company delicacies, and I cannot wait. First is the Jaw Buster (Jawbreakers); I established so much respect for this candy while writing Ferrara Pan's history section. It was the first of...
Welcome To The Gummi Ring Olympics!
Here we have a battle of the rings, not quite the competitions you watched on the television with the Olympics. But they do represent the three latest additions to our CandyFavorites Bag Candy Line. The five Olympic Rings represent the union of the five continents and their athletes in one event. These rings represent their own meeting for a competition. Oh, did I mention this is a gummi ring taste testing? These new gummi ring flavors are going for Gold! Today, our contestants are Andrea Apple, Berry Blue Raspberry, and Wanda Watermelon. Each gummi ring will be reviewed with the...
Just Went You Thought You Could Enjoy Your Favorite Haribo Gummi Candy...
Few will deny that Haribo is the Gold Standard by which all Gummi Candies are measured, so to those of you that agree, we offer our sympathy. However, to those of you who have yet to decide who makes the best gummi candy, you may just have to wait. Just when you thought your candy aisle would be overflowing, we received notice from the manufacturer that Haribo Bulk Gummy Candies are the latest victim of supply chain issues. The following Haribo products will not be available in bulk format until 2023. Haribo Bulk Gold Gummi Bears 3 lb. Haribo Bulk...
Introducing Hannah, our Sweetest Blogger Yet!
Meet Hannah, a Girl with a Serious Sweet Tooth! Hi, I am Hannah Brelsford, a senior in high school at Winchester Thurston School in Pittsburgh, PA who loves sugar. I have always been the girl to eat sugary sweet icing until I feel sick in my stomach, the girl to always pick chocolate over gummies, and to always suggest stopping for dessert on the way home. So I guess it’s safe to say I LOVE SWEETS. Would I self-diagnose myself as a sweet connoisseur? That’s a hard question to answer. I would say I am a sweet connoisseur in...
The Golden Secret of Reese’s that Keeps You Coming Back
My favorite candy is Reese’s. I can’t resist the glorious cups that melt into my mouth and always have me reaching for another one to unwrap. Each time a new Reese's candy is released I run to the store and clear off the shelves. With the most recent release, the Big Cup with Potato Chips, I had my eyes peeled everywhere I searched until I finally found them. My quest for that new cup was well worth it. The perfect balance between the saltiness, sweetness and the nice crunch of the potato chip filled my mouth with edible joy. Each...
American Licorice Company Announces a Price Increase Effective March 1, 2022
January 28th, 2022 To American Licorice Company Customers From American Licorice Marketing and Sales Leadership Team Subject: Price Adjustments The American Licorice Company is committed to partnering with the trade to deliver happy experiences to shoppers and consumers. We continually review and change our manufacturing processes to improve efficiencies in all aspects of our candy production and work with our suppliers to get the best possible costs on our ingredients and packaging. With continued cost pressures we are announcing a list price increase. Effective March 1, 2022, we will be implementing a price increase on our everyday products. See the...
CandyFavorites Bag Candy Offerings - 2022
While some old favorites such as Bulls Eyes, Cow Tails, Red Licorice Laces, Sour Patch Kids, and Watermelons have been "temporarily discontinued" by the manufacturer, we have added new candies at a record pace. In addition, in January, we switched away from a two-tier pricing system and increased the weights of many of our bags although we maintained the Blue & Red labels as they offer a nostalgic feel to any display. This new price point offers a better opportunity for retailers and a better value for consumers. We will soon be adding a Select Label featuring high-end chocolates and...
New Winter Favorites - Old Dominion Peanut Bars and Reese's Popcorn
If you are located on the East Coast, this time of the year tends to be cold and dreary. Of course, if you are on the West Coast, it's a different story, but wherever you are, it is the perfect time to indulge in some new sweets. Although our focus is mainly on Valentine's and Easter Candy, we received two new products that we can't stop raving about, which might be a subtle way of saying that we actually can't stop eating. Old Dominion Peanut Blocks have been a retro candy staple since 1943 We have offered Planters and Lance...
2022 Valentine's Day Candy Offerings
As the Christmas holiday, seasonal candies are in short supply due to supply chain issues. In addition, a majority of the Valentine Candy pre-ordered did not arrive due to export issues and our holiday offerings are a bit leaner than they were in previous years.
The list above highlights candies in stock as of January 7, 2022. There is a possibility that more items will arrive, and all seasonal candies are sold on a first-come, first-serve basis.
If you have questions or are interested in special orders, please reach out, as we will do our best to help.
Some GOOD NEWS about our Bag Candy Selection....
New Bag Candies are coming soon! THE NOT-SO-GOOD NEWS... The past year has seen many of our best-selling bag candy items disappear. Some, like Caramel Creams, will be back in the near future while others such as Chocolate Licorice may be gone for good. It is frustrating to consumers, retailers, and wholesalers alike! THE GOOD NEWS... We did a poll and asked consumers what their favorite candies were. After tallying the results, we will be adding 15 new items with a focus on nostalgic candies (Atomic Fireballs, Hot Tamales, Jawbreakers, Jelly Beans, Lemonheads, Mike & Ikes, and Pixy Stix) and...
Changes to the CandyFavorites Bag Candy Line in 2022
January 4, 2022 Dear Valued Customers, With commodity, labor, and transportation costs rising as never before, we have decided it was time to give our over fifty-year-old bag candy a new look! To maintain the quality these bags have come to represent; we decided it was better not to make the packs smaller but rather to sell them all at one price point and add new products and offer more generous bags. Effective January 10, all bag candy - blue and red labels - will be the same price. This change will allow for a much higher profit margin for...
A Few Hard To Find Hershey's Holiday Candy Favorites....and some Twizzlers too!
At CandyFavorites, we are all about hard-to-find and Limited Edition candies. But, there is something fun, especially around the holidays, to give – or receive – an item that few others have, all the more so when it is candy. 2021 has had its supply chain challenges even in the candy world, where even everyday favorites such as Snickers have become hard to find. But that only makes our candy buyers work harder. So, you may be asking yourself, what have we found that is unusual and sweet for the holiday season? Here are a few hard-to-find items from Hershey's...
Want to win a CASE of Original Licorice Snaps?
Who wouldn't want to win an entire case of Licorice Snaps! It seems as if since time eternal, or at least since we opened our doors on January 5th, 1927, we have waxed eloquent about the virtues of Licorice Snaps. They are, perhaps, the most sought after and most requested candy of all times, surpassing sweets such as the Marathon Bar! As retro candy is all about connecting people with a time when life was easier and sweeter, we thought it might be fun to give one lucky winner an entire CASE, yes 12 bags, of Original Formula Licorice Snaps....
Who could imagine a holiday without Brach's Milk Chocolate Stars?
Now might be your last chance to enjoy Brach's Milk Chocolate Stars! It would be hard to imagine the holidays without a guiding star or, for that matter, Brach’s Milk Chocolate Stars. Their iconic shape is expected on holiday peanut butter cookies, and real milk chocolate taste has been imitated but never surpassed. Perhaps the best-selling chocolate holiday candy we have offered for several decades, we couldn’t imagine that this product would not be available. And then it wasn’t….. In the past few years, Brach’s has discontinued many of their beloved and iconic candies. It started a few years ago...
(Snickers) Cinnamon Buns aren't just for breakfast anymore!
Who said that you couldn’t enjoy the taste of a deliciously warm and sticky Cinnamon Bun anytime? A pastry that was once relegated to breakfast is now available as a candy bar—introducing Snickers Cinnamon Buns. As tasty as the colorful packaging is beautiful, these VERY Limited Editions are a luscious combination of flavors, including crisp, freshly roasted peanuts, cinnamon-flavored chewy nougat, buttery caramel topped off with the delicious milk chocolate that Snickers lovers have come to expect and love. It’s a flavor explosion second to none! While these candy bars are delicious as a stand-alone snack, they go equally well...
Mike & Ike (Candy) are going on vacation and we are not sure when they are coming back....
Who would have imagined that Mike and Ike Fruit Chews won't be available shortly? Two of our favorite friends, Mike & Ike, are going on a sabbatical. We are not sure where they are going – perhaps a tropical island or a sojourn around the world – but the good news is that they will be back, but when remains unknown, which is in keeping with their overall mystique. Believe it or not, no one knows exactly who they were named after, even after over 80 years! So let’s consider them the "Unofficial Candy Men of Mystery." As you can...
Cereal is not just for breakfast anymore once you try Kit Kat Fruity Cereal Candy Bars!
Who said you can't enjoy the taste of fruity cereal all day long? I want to say I have a PSA ( in case you are wondering, it is an abbreviation for a public service announcement) that everyone in life should live by. Okay… here it goes: cereal is not just breakfast food. There. I said it and am feeling much relieved! I prefer my cereal at night before bed, and I know people who will eat their cereal for breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, second dessert, midnight snack, whenever! So the point is, why to take such a delicious and...
2021 Christmas & Holiday Candy Selection from CandyFavorites.com
Hard to believe but the holidays are just around the corner and our holiday candy selection is amongst our best in decades. That's the good news! The not-so-good news is that supplies are VERY limited this year and we are not able to reorder seasonal merchandise once we sell out. With that said, we encourage you to order as early as possible, and if in doubt about how much you need, we would encourage you to order a bit more if only to make sure that have enough candy to fit your needs. Of course, we are always here to...
Did you know that the FIRST Private Label Bag Candy originated in Pittsburgh?
For over 60 years, McKeesport Candy Co. has been offering a wide range of wrapped and unwrapped candy under their own private label. They were the first wholesale candy company in the nation to offer a prepacked option and it went on to become a mainstay in high-end gift shops and stores throughout the country, especially in Western Pennsylvania. The original label was called "Todd's Kiddee Favorites." The name was changed in the 1970s to "Todd's Candy" and, later, to Candy Favorites to reflect the brand of our wholesale supplier. To view a catalog of our current product offerings, please...
Halloween Candy Almost Gone!
Reese's Franken-Cups are a unique way to enhance any Halloween Candy Selection. 2021 has been a challenging year as supply chain issues have made sourcing seasonal candy difficult. Unlike other years, once a product is sold out, we are not able to reorder. This has caused many old-time favorites to sell out earlier than usual. We have a limited amount of the following Halloween Candies available but please note that they are sold on a first-come, first-serve basis. 1951 Halloween Chocolate Pretzels – Bulk 4688 Halloween Chocolate Pretzels – 10 oz. Tie Top Bags 1952 Halloween Yogurt Pretzels- Bulk 4689...
Guess What's Back - CREME SAVERS HARD CANDY!
A classic saying goes along the lines of "we all want what we can't have" or something of that nature (sorry, I admit I don't know the exact wording). Well, there was one specific candy that I used to have all the time growing up. One specific candy that my grandmother would somehow magically pull out of her purse and don't even get me started on my excitement seeing this special candy in my Easter basket. So what was this beyond delicious candy that had an iron grip on my 9-year-old self… CREME SAVERS HARD CANDY! Whether it was Orange...
It's Time for Peanut Butter & Chocolate Star Cookies!
With the holidays approaching and summer fading into a distant memory, cookie season is well upon us, and everyone loves to bite into the soft, chewy texture of a fresh-baked cookie. But what is the best cookie to indulge in this time of year? There has to be one that is universally loved by the cookie community. A cookie that is so delightful on the tip of your tongue that you will never turn one down. Well, I think I know of just the one. Chocolatey, peanut butter star cookies are a great fall treat to enjoy. These are the...
Haribo we go again....
As loyal candy lovers and merchants know, the past few months have seen unprecedented issues with the supply chain. It seems as if products are being discontinued or are temporarily out of stock on a daily basis. Yes, it is frustrating! We just got notice that Haribo, aka the product of the world's best gummy candies, is going to be making a few of their best-selling items temporarily unavailable. The good news is that this interruption is due to Haribo creating a NEW warehouse - their third US distribution center - as well as their FIRST North American factory. Let's...
Wholesale Candy Supply Chain Update - September 2021
Dear Valued Customer, On your recent order, there may have been items marked “out of stock.” These shortages are as frustrating to us as they must be to you, and I want to explain. In the past year, we have experienced unprecedented issues with our supply chain. This has been especially hard on the candy industry, especially with novelty candy, which comes from other counties, and, surprisingly, everyday items such as Caramel Creams and Swedish Fish, to name but a few. We also suspect seasonal products will be in short supply as there will be no opportunity to reorder from...
New Bulk Candy Alert - Coconut Caramel Wheels and Chocolate Caramel Wheels!
As we all know, candy has become increasingly difficult to find. Many old-time favorites such as Caramel Creams and Swedish Fish have been temporarily discontinued - yikes - and finding a substitution is more challenging than finding a needle in a haystack. Last week, we stumbled upon a delicious substitute for Caramel Creams. Of course, it is not the same product, nor is it supposed to be, but it is a delicious caramel that is sure to please in a combination of flavors. The first variety is the Caramel Coconut Rolls. Individually wrapped and with an unusual flavor pairing, these...
Temporarily Say Goodbye to Caramel Creams and Cowtales? Sadly, this is not a typo!
We didn't believe this either but we were just notified by the manufacturer that bulk Caramel Creams, Brownie Caramel Creams, and Mini Cow Tales are being "temporarily suspended" until further notice. You might ask yourself what exactly does this means. Smaller unit sales such as count goods will still be available, but anything sold by weight or repackaged will not be available. Below is a copy of the August 9th notification received from Goetze's "As a result of the current employment environment around the country and specifically in the state of Maryland, we continue to face staffing shortages that are...
Top 5 Candies to End the Summer by the Pool
This Summer has treated me pretty darn good, and I hope all of you are reading this can say the same. Now, August is in full swing, and I can’t help but feel like August is the Sunday of summer. June is the Friday, where everyone goes super hard because they are excited the weekend is beginning. Then July comes, and it’s time for sitting outside in the sun all day, relaxing and then taking the night by storm. So now here we are in August, where you enjoy your day, but there are still those “Sunday scaries” in the...
New Candy Alert - July 2021
WHAT’S NEW IN JULY As life returns to the “new normal,” and now is the perfect time to expand your candy selection. Our CandyFavorites Bag Candy Line Up has never been more robust. We are proud to reintroduce a few classics, including several from our original lineup in the 1950’s sure to add a retro vibe to your display. NEW CANDYFAVORITES BAG CANDY 45075 ANDES CRÈME DE MENTHE THINS 4 oz. BAGS – 6 ct. **Perishable 45116 ATOMIC FIREBALLS 5 oz. BAGS – 6 ct. 45119 FRUIT JELLY BEANS 7 oz. BAGS – 6 ct. 44076 MALLO CUPS “BITE-SIZE” 4...
Summer is all about Salt Water Taffy!
Beaches, boardwalks, blue skies, and hot temperatures are only some of the things we think about when we reach the summer. When I think of summer, I’ll admit all of these great things come to mind, but what else comes to mind? Salt Water Taffy. My family visits Ocean City, New Jersey, almost every summer ("down the shore" is the official New Jersey slang), and each year we pick up a huge bag of the chewy, fruity, salty stuff. But is Salt Water Taffy the ultimate summer candy? I would say "yes" just based on its history, but I will...
New Candies - June 2021
NEW CANDYFAVORITES BAG CANDY The fastest-growing segment of our business, and hopefully yours, our CandyFavorites Bag Candy Line Up has never been more robust. We are proud to reintroduce a few classics, including several from our original lineup in the 1950's - Andes Creme de Menthe Thins, Fruit Jelly Beans, Wax Bottles - sure to add a retro vibe to your display. 45075 ANDES CRÈME DE MENTHE THINS 4 oz. BAGS – 6 ct. **Perishable 45116 ATOMIC FIREBALLS 5 oz. BAGS – 6 ct. 45119 FRUIT JELLY BEANS 7 oz. BAGS – 6 ct. 44076 MALLO CUPS “BITE-SIZE” 4 oz....
Hershey's Smore's Kits are MUST for any Summer Event!
One would have to go far and wide to find someone who doesn't love the delectable combination of melted chocolate covering an oozing marshmallow sandwiched between two crisp graham crackers. Much like finding out who accidentally dipped their chocolate bar in a jar of peanut butter, the history of this combination remains a mystery. Few would dispute that the combination of flavors and textures rivals - or perhaps surpasses - some of the greatest candy bars. Leave it to Hershey' to create a combo pack that pays tribute to the "the Great American Chocolate Bar" and provides all the necessary...
Toxic Waste Slime Licker Sour Rolling Liquid Candy is back....BUT NOT FOR LONG.
Every so often, there is a candy that becomes the "Holy Grail." Many moons ago, it was Pop Rocks; then it was Blue Raz Charms Blow Pops. Thanks to social media, especially Tik Tok, Toxic Waste Slime Licker Sour Rolling Liquid Candy - try saying that fast a few times - have become the most requested and HARDEST TO FIND candy in 2020 / 2021! As with almost everything in this post-pandemic world, demand has far outpaced supply. The prices on eBay have been crazy, and if, yes, IF, you could get your hands on a few individual pieces, consider...
Meet the newest members of our CandyFavorites Bag Candy family
First launched in the 1950s, our private label bag candy program has become a staple at many of the best candy stores in the nation. These new items are a perfect way to expand your offerings with a decidedly retro twist. Andes Creme De Menthe Mints have been around since the 1950s and were amongst the first chocolate items that we offered. In one of those odd twists of fates, we stopped bagging them in the 1980s, and it wasn’t until doing a little research that we realized that these were one of the best-selling items of yesteryear. If only...
Two New Flavors of Claeys Old Fashioned Hard Candies!
Call us set in in our ways, or, perhaps, more kindly “nostalgic,” but we have always taken a liking to products that withstand the test of time. There is something about products that resist the sirens call of change that makes our job much easier. With this disclosure, you can imagine how happy we were to receive two new flavors of Claeys Old Fashion Hard Candies – Green Apple & Peppermint. Founded in 1919 in a small garage in South Bend, Indiana, Claeys has withstood the test of time. 102 years later, much like McKeesport Candy Co., it is in...
Big League Chew "Slammin' Strawberry" Bubble Gum and a Brief History of Female Athletes Too!
Bubble Gum has been a big part of the game of baseball for decades. Nothing like chomping on a big chunk of gum and taking part in one of America’s favorite past times. Baseball has been one of this country's oldest and most beloved sports and no one is denying that. But when it comes to baseball and major league sports all around, there is a lack of representation for one particular group: women. But leave it to the good folks at Ford Gum to make sure that their products would not lack female representation. In 2019, Big League Chew...
America's Favorite Marshmallow Ice Cream Cone aka "Marpo Cones" is Coming Soon!
Warm weather is here, and I really, honestly can’t believe it’s already May. With that being said, April showers bring May flowers, but what does May bring. I’ll tell you what it brings, hotter sun, greener trees, and ice cream cones. But with the warmer weather comes messier ice cream. I have war flashbacks of soft-serve ice cream melting completely down my arm and me being sticky for the rest of the day. Well, ladies and gents, this doesn’t have to be a problem this time around. After a long hiatus and three, yes three, ownership changes, the beloved Marpo...
If you are LUCKY, you will buy these CHARMING Marshmallow Candies.
This week we are thinking differently and outside the box, no pun intended Everyone loves a good bowl of cereal, and let’s not lie here, when you crave a bowl of cereal, it isn’t the cardboard squares or flavorless flakes. No. You want a big bowl of sugary, crunchy cereal with ice-cold milk. Now personally, I’m a massive fan of the cereals with the little colorful marshmallows. But when I eat this cereal, I always wish that I could just have the marshmallows to switch things up. You may be thinking, just pick them out. Well, I’ll be honest, that...
This week's favorite candy is..... LICORICE LACES!
There are many iconic questions that most people will come by in life. What’s your favorite color? Sparkling or still? Does pineapple belong on pizza? But the one I’m thinking of is, around the loop or bunny ears? If you are wondering what the question refers to, then I may be thinking that you live under a rock or have never seen the shoelace episode of Spongebob, but I don’t want to be rude. When it comes to tying your shoelaces there are two ways to go, either around the big loop and pull, or two bunny ear loops tied...
Paul Lehman, The Founder of Eda's Sugarfree Candy Has Passed Away at 100 Years Old.
For many years, we have proudly offered EDA's Sugarfree Candy which we feel is amongst the best available. While the taste and quality of the candy speak for themselves, the amazing story of the founders often goes unmentioned.
Be Rewarded For Buying Your Favorite Candies!
It’s no secret that we love our customers here at Candyfavorites.com. After 93 years, we might even go out on a limb and say we are like a big, happy candy family (it’s hard to be unhappy when there is candy involved). So with that in mind, we wanted to create something that benefits you, the customer, while also helping us out. I know the suspense is killing you, so please allow me to introduce… REWARDS, REWARDS, REWARDS..... Candyfavorites.com now offers a sweet new REWARDS PROGRAM so that every piece of candy you buy, every Dum Dum Lollipop, every 100...
Toxic Waste Slime Lickers and the Latest Tik Tok Craze!
Let me admit to something here; I am addicted to Tik Tok. Wow, does it feel good to get that off my chest! Now I may be a bit dramatic… but my Tik Tok addition has led me to a crazy candy showing up on everyone’s “for you” page. Curious? Read on. Slime Lickers are the latest internet fad sweeping the globe! This liquid candy gives your tastebuds a sour explosion as you roll your tongue across the sphere-shaped top. It’s kind of like licking a lollipop, but different. These candies pack the sour punch and will leave you puckered up...
Martin's Potato Chips - Fresh from the FARM!
The warm weather has officially arrived and we are ready to get outside and enjoy all the sun has to offer. For those of you on the East coast, it was a long, cold winter. After being stuck inside most of the winter months, there seems to be some hope that we can go outside, sit back in the yard and hey, maybe even enjoy some Martin’s Potato Chips. Now, I don’t know about you but when the weather warms up and the trees are green again, I want to be outside all the time. I think of playing games...
New Candies to Consider
WE CAN'T PRONOUNCE IT EITHER…. You may be asking yourself what exactly is a Whozeewhatzit or, for that matter, how do I pronounce it. Released in March, this is the FIRST candy bar that Hershey has released in over a decade! A contest decided the name, and many think of it as the Whatchamacallit Bar's "younger sibling." However you look at it, this is as much a conversation starter as it is a great candy bar, and it is new! Who could ask for more? Our experience is that they sell best when paired with one another. Think of it...
LEARN more about the history of the "space-age" lollipops known as ASTRO POPS.
Astro Pops are back!
3, 2, 1… blastoff! Astro Pops are delicious, and if you haven't tried them, then you need to get on that now (by ordering some from Candyfavorites.com, of course), but have you ever wondered how these astronomically delicious, out-of-this-world candies came to be?
Astro Pops - A classic since its launch in 1963
To learn more about the history of this out-of-this-world, iconic lollipop, please CLICK HERE.
Albanese Confectionery Group has Discontinued many Gummi Candy Products.
Sweet News from America's Oldest Wholesale Candy Company We have received many inquiries from consumers looking for specific candy products such as Individually Colored Gummi Bears or large Sour Neon Worms In February 2021, Albanese Confectionery announced that they would be discontinuing many products and focusing more on core offerings such as classic 12 Flavor Gummi Bears or Gummi Peach Rings. The discontinued products are no longer available and while we are searching for replacements, no has yet been forthcoming. Yes, this is as frustrating to us as a wholesaler as it must be to the consumer. Below is the...
Food for Thought or Thought for Food?
Here at Candyfavorites.com, we love the classics. We love the original, go-to candies that everyone recognizes... really, we do. But, we also love creative sweets, and maybe ones that are a little bit out of the ordinary, aka weird. That has never stopped us from enjoying something because candy is candy, no matter how different. And that is why we want to spotlight two of our more unique products, Koko’s Fast Fries Candy Spray and Koko’s Dip-N-Lik Fast Burger. Now stay with me here, Fast Fries Candy Spray and a Dip-N-Lik Fast Burger? These might sound a little too different...
New Candies On The Horizon! Whozeewhatzit, Snickers White and Haribo "Summer Edition" Gold-Bears and more....
In this, every day feels like Monday, a world in which we are currently living, we are all looking for something new and amusing to add variety to our days. Need something new to satisfy your sweet tooth? Lucky for you, you came to the right place. Many new and unique products will be heading in our direction in the next few months, so we thought you might enjoy a preview of sweet things to come. Feel free to sign up for an Out of Stock notification, which can be found on every product page, and be the first amongst...
Finally, a catalog featuring almost all of our candies!
A needlepoint candy jar made by Myrna Prince As the oldest wholesale candy company in the nation and the first internet candy store, we have seen many candies come and go. What we haven't done in quite some time is compile a catalog, allowing you to browse most of the items we sell. While it is not as impressive as the needlepoint candy jar above, it was a daunting task, and with new products arriving weekly - and other favorites sadly disappearing - we will be updating this regularly. Consider it a labor of love or, on this end, a...
Teaberry, the Original "Easy Chewing" Gum is making its debut!
A Teaberry Gum Ad from the 1950s Usually, when people reminisce on the D.L. Clark Company (created back in the late 1800s), they associate the Clark Bar's name and good ol’ Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (our home field ). But there is another star that has to share the spotlight with the sought after candy bar, Teaberry Gum. Think of a refreshing mint gum that isn’t too harsh on the taste buds, and that is what you get with Clark’s Teaberry Gum, or, at least, that is what you got before it disappeared from well-stocked retro candy counters a few years ago....
Limited Edition Lady Gaga Oreo Sandwich Cookies! Need we say more?
Limited Edition Lady Gaga Oreo Sandwich Cookies Coming Soon! Welcome to Chromatica ladies and gentlemen, where no one thing is greater than the other. Now, to some of you, this may mean absolutely nothing, but to others, it may be their world. Chromatica is the title of Lady Gaga’s most recent album released last May and is also the name of the planet she created to go with the concept of this album. The overall message of this album is following the pursuit of self-healing and also exploring the idea of unwavering happiness. And what better way to heal the...
Coronavirus & Candy? Perhaps Not Such An Unlikely Combination...
Picture this. You are visiting with Grandma (socially distanced, of course). Right there beside you is the glass bowl of Werther’s Originals, Lemon Drops, and Starlight Mints. What may seem like the usual candy favored by your parents or grandparents could now possibly be used to help scientists and researchers during this pandemic. Plus, I know some of us don’t like to admit it, but Werther’s Originals are delicious, you know it, I know it… come on. THE Ohio State University scientists (as an OU graduate, I hated writing that) are testing a possible tool that could be used to...
Easter Candy Offerings - 2021
We have a great selection of Easter Candy with many old classics such as Cadbury Eggs and Marshmallow Peeps and new things such as Easter Nerds Ropes and Easter Hubba Bubba Tape.
We also have many different unwrapped bulk candy options. For more information or for custom packaging options, please contact us at support@candyfavorites.com
As with almost everything in 2020 - 2021, supplies are limited and we will not be able to reorder so please plan accordingly.
New Sweets to Savor...
TAKE A WALK DOWN MEMORY LANES…. Suppose you have fond memories of the '70s or enjoy products that are out of the ordinary. In that case, you will love our new nostalgic offerings from Leaf Confections. Same as they ever were and a perfect way to connect to a time when life was simpler and sweeter! 40089 ASTRO POP ORIGINAL 1 oz. – 24 / Box 40090 TART N TINY 1.5 oz. – 24 / Box 40124 WACKY WAFERS 1.2 oz. - 24 / Box THE DEFINITION OF SYNERGY IS 1 + 1 = 3 Kit Kat Bars are one...
2021 Valentine's Day Candy Selection from CandyFavorites.com
Valentine's Day Candy is in very limited supply this year and we encourage you to order early.
Please do not hesitate to contact us at support@candyfavorites.com or if you have inquiries about private labeling or packaging!
A Sweet New Year's Resolution
The grace period is over, ladies and gentlemen. The hangovers from New Year's Eve are long gone, and I hate to inform you, but 2021 is here, and now is the time to get motivated and be your best self. Now you might think, new year, new diet. You might think now is the time to cut out sugar, fat, carbs, and everything under the sun considered "bad" for you. But this isn't what this means at all, and you know what is fun to enjoy when you are your best self...candy. So now that February is almost here, it's...
Thanksgiving wishes from all of us at CandyFavorites.com
Dear Valued Customers,
In our 93 years of business, I can comfortably say that 2020 was like
none other.
The past few months has had its challenges for all of us, and that makes Thanksgiving more special this year.
Without you, we would not be the OLDEST wholesale candy company in the nation and the FIRST internet candy store, and for this, I am immensely appreciative.
Even the darkest cloud often has a silver lining and we all have many
reasons to give thanks.
Here’s wishing you and yours a happy and healthy Thanksgiving.
Sincerely,
Jon H.PRINCE
NEW: Limited Edition Kit Kat Duos Mocha Chocolate Bar!
New Kit Kat Mocha Duos combine chocolate and mocha creme with coffee bits, creating a candy bar experience second to none. Throw in the famous Kit Kat wafer center, and it is the equivalent of a visit to your local coffee shop all in one!Supplies are extremely limited, so don't miss out on your new favorite coffee break treat.
Jon Prince, President of CandyFavorites, was recently featured on Dell's Technology Powers X Podcast
Learn how the candy industry has gone through a digital transformation and a little bit about the history of candy too!
To listen to the podcast, please CLICK HERE.
Updated Christmas & Holiday Candy Selection - November 6th, 2020
This list highlights holiday candy availability as of November 6th. Certain candy such as candy canes, popcorn balls, and novelties are in short supply and once gone, will not be available for reorder. Please order early as supplies are sold on a "first-come, first-serve" basis.
For more information or to place an order, please call (412) 678-8851 or support@candyfavorites.com
Tis' the season to stock up on Candy Canes EARLY!
As with many products this holiday season, the bad news is that candy canes are in very short supply. Unlike other years, we will not be able to get more should we sell out, which we always do. The good news is that we have a large inventory of candy canes in many different shapes, sizes, and unusual flavors available for immediate delivery. Yes, these are actually Bacon flavored candy canes! If you need a specific amount or want delivery at a later date closer to the holidays, please contact us as we will put your candy canes aside. As...
2020 Thanksgiving Wholesale Delivery Update
McKeesport Candy Co. will be closed on Thursday, November 26th,
and Friday, November 27th, so that our employees can enjoy Thanksgiving with
their families.
If we typically deliver your order on THURSDAY or FRIDAY, please place your order by MONDAY, November 23rd.
Please contact Roger at Extension 100 or Denise at Extension
103 should concerns or questions arise.
We all have much to give thanks for this year, and we are grateful for our loyal and valued customers.
Wishing you a joyous Thanksgiving filled with happiness and
good health,
Jon H.PRINCE
President
Learn about our 2020 Christmas Candy Favorites!
Holiday Dizzy Pops Do you feel the chill in the air? Can you smell the cinnamon apple scent lingering in the distance? Do you pass a pine tree and instantly get a rush of excitement. Well, it’s time to start thinking about decking the halls because the holiday season is here, and Candyfavorites.com can fill all your holiday candy needs. Whether you are looking for chocolate, gummy candy, hard candy, or something a little different, don’t even worry because we have you covered. Holiday Candy Buttons Let’s think of some of our favorite holiday past times and winter activities. We...
2020 Christmas & Holiday Candy Selection from CandyFavorites.com
Please order early as supplies are limited and sold on a "first-come, first-serve" basis. For more details, please contact us at support@candyfavorites.com or (412) 678-8851
1908 Candy Co., is helping to Make America GRAPE Again!
After a 30 year hiatus, 1908 Candy Co. is finally bringing four iconic candy flavors back to life with a sense of fun, a wild imagination, and a dedication to quality in each and every product. We are proud to be an online distributor of these retro candy favorites, so don't wait any longer to take a bite out of history while you still can! These candies are a modern take on a retro classic and are sure to sell as well as they taste! Learn about the unique history of 1908 Candy Co., and purchase your favorite flavors here. 1908 Candy Co., is...
An Early Thanksgiving Dinner Sure To Make Willy Wonka Proud...
We want to give credit to Willy Wonka, the patron saint of candy, but credit is due to the oh so creative minds at Brach’s and Hershey for creating two of the most unique candies that we have encountered in our close to 100-year run. These candies are a real conversation starter, and the flavors are very realistic! Sold out and impossible to find, now is your chance to acquire our Thanksgiving Dinner Candy Combo consisting of one bag of Brach’s Turkey Dinner Candy Corn and Hershey’s Apple Pie Kit Kats. Supplies are VERY LIMITED so order now while supplies...
Let's Learn about Lemonheads on Trivia Tuesday!
Here's another piece of sad trivia - Lemonheads were invented by the same company that brought us Atomic Fireballs and Jawbusters. Unfortunately, Atomic Fireballs and Jawbreakers were recently discontinued.
Your wish is coming true! "Original" American Licorice Snaps are coming back!
Black licorice is one candy that has a pretty bad rep, but also a die-hard fanbase. Now, you may be thinking the only people who are hardcore licorice fans are your grandpa and the old lady across the street with one too many cats. But licorice fans are everywhere, they just may be the silent majority. If you think about it though, it would be nice to enjoy black licorice that is covered in something sweet, like a colorful candy outer-shell. Now, with the return of Licorice Snaps, you can. Introduced in the 1930s, by the American Licorice Company, The...
No, Brach's Turkey Dinner Candy Corn is not a typo....
Brach's Turkey Dinner Candy Corn pays tribute to holidays past! Quantities are extremely limited! B Well, folks, fall has almost fallen. As temperatures drop, people are beginning to pay more attention to their favorite fall items and foods. Whether it be that pumpkin spice latte or your most worn pair of boots, there is something everyone is excited for during the fall. But I want to talk about something a bit controversial in the candy world. Some believe this item to be the epitome of the fall season, but some also believe it to be an insult to the candy...
Delivery Schedule for Labor Day 2020
You can place your orders online or by email, but our warehouse will be closed on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day.
We will not be shipping on the 7th so please get your orders in as early as possible the week prior so we can plan our delivery schedule accordingly.
Should any questions arise, please send us an email at support@candyfavorites.com
Wishing you and yours a restful end to the summer and a Happy Labor Day!
We will not be making local deliveries or shipping via UPS on September 7th.
A sweet review of Limited Edition Candies including Caramel Apple Pops, Chocolate Tootsie Pops, and Vanilla Tootsie Rolls!
Alert the media and get your shopping baskets ready. Tootsie has released its LIMITED EDITION candies for the fall season. Every candy lover is going to want to get their sticky paws on these, so get them while they last. The lineup is filled with many key players, but also a few benchwarmers for my particular taste. But hey, you may think differently. First up we have the basic caramel-flavored tootsie pop. This tootsie pop is like a warm hug from grandma, and I mean that. You eat one of these and it will really get you in the fall...
2020 - Halloween Candy Catalog
Halloween is one holiday that is practically synonymous with candy although 2020 may be a bit different because of the pandemic. We are doing our best to keep the holiday sweet but please take into consideration that quantities may be limited due to supply chain issues so order early and understand that reorders may not be possible. We will certainly try our best and with that said..... For over 9 decades - hard to believe but this is our 93rd Halloween - we have offered the best wholesale Halloween candy on the market. If you have any questions during your...
Meet Murphy Patterson , the new voice of Sweet News
Meet Murphy Patterson, our new blog writer! Ladies and gentlemen, now introducing… yeah let’s not do that, let me try again... Hi, I’m Murphy Patterson, recent Ohio University graduate, former horse girl, rocker chick at heart, and an occasional bartender when the pockets are nearing empty. I grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and still live here today. Do I want to live here my entire life? Not too sure about that one, but I will always be rooting for the black and gold, and love to let everyone know. It’s the city of champions baby! In my spare time, if...
New Wholesale Candy Products - July 2020
FINALLY AVAILABLE After a 2 year hiatus, Spangler Candy Co. purchased the formula for Original Necco Wafers! The colors and formula remain the same and, as always, they are in short supply. Please note that we are limiting purchases to 3 units per customer. Zagnut Bars are back too. Same great taste and packaging and just as hard to find. 4444 - Original Assorted NECCO WAFERS - 24 ct. 7662 – Zagnut Candy Bars – 24 ct. NEW & UNUSUAL Available in limited quantities, these are two of the most unique candy bars that we have encountered. The Kit Kat...
Halloween @ Home in 2020? A unique year for candy and trick or treating!
Halloween @ Home offers a safer way to enjoy Halloween in 2020 As this whirlwind of summer is coming to a close, we are still trying to adapt during these uncertain times and there is a HUGE elephant in the room that people aren’t really talking about. What are we going to do about Halloween? Personally, I started thinking about my costume the day after last Halloween, and I’m stuck between Stevie Nicks and Captain Jack Sparrow. But these are costumes that need a spotlight, and I don’t know if this Halloween will be the year to really shine. But...
NECCO WAFERS are making a comeback! Pre-Order for shipment in late July!
Necco Wafers are making a comeback in 2020 Over our ninety-three years, many beloved candies have come and gone. Some disappear below the radar, others not. In recent years, the list of discontinued candies has included favorites such as Brach's Ice Blue Mints, Clark Bars, Sky Bars, and all products made by what was once America's oldest and most fabled candy company, New England Confectionary Company. To learn about the illustrious history of the world's most famous pressed dextrose candy, please click here. A vintage NECCO Wafers Advertisement Circa. 1950's We thought it was a mistake when we heard in...
A possible cure for the summertime (melted chocolate) blues...
An ounce of prevention beats a pound of (melted chocolate) cure... Well, it’s finally summer, and while it may be different than summers’ past, it looks like it is going to be a HOT ONE. As much as we love hot weather, chocolate and gummy candy don’t, and we encourage you to STOCK UP on perishable products as we will not be able to safely ship certain items as the thermometer rises! Business and supply chains are gradually returning to normal, and we would greatly appreciate flexibility regarding delivery dates. We will make every effort to deliver your order within...
Wholesale Shipping Notes for the 4th of July Holiday
Shipping Information for McKeesport Candy Co., for the 4th of July Holiday. and a word of caution about safely shipping chocolates. Welcome to the "almost" post-pandemic world. We are working hard to adapt to the "new" normal and are glad to have you back. As business and supply chains gradually return to normal, we would greatly appreciate flexibility regarding delivery dates and will make every effort to deliver your order within a week of receiving it. There may be times when this is not possible, and if you need our order for an exact date, please let us know, and...
More Sweet New that’s fit to print…and then some!
New Candy and other information about our Wholesale Candy program for the month of June 2020 June 10th Edition CANDY NEWS: NECCO Wafers will be back in stock in late June as they are being manufactured by Spangler Candy Co. Stay tuned! Clark Bars are gradually returning to the market although they still remain hard to find. We are hoping that the supply will be steady by late summer. As June has been unseasonably warm, NOW is the time to stock up on highly perishable chocolate items as shipping becomes difficult as temperatures rise. If you are ordering chocolate items...
All the Sweet New that's fit to print...and then some!
CANDY NOTES: Clark Bars are still on the horizon. Originally released on Valentine’s Day, production is still very limited. The candy is just as delicious as the original so it is worth the wait. Stay tuned for more details.Just Born is limiting production on several items including Mike & Ikes and Marshmallow Peeps. We still have several of the unusual flavored Peeps as well as Mike & Ike Large Boxes available. Stock up while you can!If you are looking for Snyder of Berlin Potato Chips, please let us know as we are distributing their full line.It is early to think...
THANK YOU TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS!
FRESH CANDY, SHIPPED SAFELY Dear Valued Customers,We hope that you and your families are staying safe and doing everything you can to be well during this challenging time. The ongoing effects of COVID-19 have undoubtedly affected us all.At CandyFavorites.com, we are doing everything possible to provide a healthy working environment and to process orders promptly in the safest and most sanitary way. Our valued employees are doing everything they can to continue the high level of customer support that has been our hallmark since 1927.I am grateful to you, our loyal customers, for continuing to stay with us during these...
Free Delivery on April 7th for Pittsburgh Candy Lovers.
We have been getting a TON of requests for candy from our Pittsburgh friends and neighbors and this is our opportunity to thank our local customers, many of whom we have worked with for decades, for their loyalty and patience through these trying times. If you are located in the East End of Pittsburgh and would like to order anything on CandyFavorites.com, please give us a call at 412-678-8851 (M-F, 8 am-4 pm) as we will be offering free local delivery on Tuesday April 7th for orders of $50 or more. For home deliveries, our driver will leave the order on...
Ways to order from CandyFavorites.com & McKeesport Candy Co.
To Our Loyal Customers, I want to personally THANK YOU for your support during these unprecedented times when each day often feels like a week. Below is an overview of ways to order your favorite candies in time for Easter. INTERNET ORDERS: Operations are normal and we are dispatching orders as usual. There may be delays due to manufacturer supply chain issues and we will notify you if this affects your order. We are doing all possible to ensure timely delivery but please note that Fed Ex, UPS, and USPS are extending delivery times. If the date of delivery is...
WE ARE TRYING OUR BEST BUT…..
In these unprecedented times, change and flexibility have become the norm. We are working hard to process orders as safely and quickly as possible but cannot guarantee that your order arrives when it is should. Let me explain…. Smaller orders ship via UPS Sure Post which is an efficient way to have candy delivered to a residence. More often than not, there is not an issue with time in transit. As of March 26, 2020, if you opt for Expedited Services such as UPS 3 DAY or faster, there is a strong chance your order will arrive when scheduled BUT...
A few old friends are back! The return of Peppermint & wintergreen Lozenges!
We were thrilled to learn that a few of the ol’ Necco candy favorites will soon be back. NECCO won’t make them - alas, one of America’s most beloved candy companies shuttered its doors in 2019 – but the replacements certainly fill a void in the ever-shrinking retro candy offerings. One of the oldest candies offered was the NECCO Wintergreen and Peppermint Lozenges. These were the stuff of lore as they were considered “indestructible calories” and purportedly accompanied intrepid explorers such as Admiral Byrd on his Antarctic expeditions. They were also used in the Second World War as they were...
New Candies (and other things that are good to know...)
SWEET NEWS and NEW PRODUCTS too...... The temporary disappearance of Zagnut Bars remains one of the great mysteries of the candy world, but fortunately, it's OVER! We just received a shipment, and they are as popular as ever! CANDIES WE LOVE: 40069J - Razzles Candy Coated Berry Mix 1.4 oz Bags - 24 / Box* COUGH DROPS 40066J - Honees Honey Lemon Menthols Eucalyptus Drops 3.5 oz Bags - 12 / Box* 40068J - Vicks Cherry Cough Vapo Cough Drops - 20 / Box* 40069J - Vicks Menthol Flavor Vapo Cough Drops – 20 / Box* 7666J - Ricola Cherry...
New Candies (and other things that are good to know...)
Since 1927, Candy is what we sell but service is what we deliver…. 13 March 2020 WHAT’S NEW (and what we love) 40060J - Kit Kat Duos – Who can resist Dark Chocolate and Mint? 40061J – Nutella & Go 1.8 oz. Snack Pack 40063 - M&M's Caramel Chocolate Candies 1.41 oz. Bags 40064 - Twix Cookie & Cream 1.36 oz. Candy Bar 40065J - 3 Musketeers Birthday Cake 2.14 oz. King Size Share Size Bar 11052 - Wrapped Orange Jellies Bulk 11053 - Wrapped Cherry Jellies Bulk 11055 – Jumbo Spice Jelly Beans Bulk 11056 – Saltwater Taffy Bulk...
A message about Coronavirus and our commitment to safety
Dear Valued Customers, As the Coronavirus is now impacting us globally, I wanted to reach out personally and outline some of the extra precautions that we are taking to keep you as safe and comfortable as possible. We realize these are tenuous times and are committed to providing for the safety of our customers and employees and are taking ALL necessary steps to ensure the well-being of both. Jon H.PrincePresident We are closely monitoring the situation in our packaging facility and warehouse and following the guidelines of the CDC which advises cleaning and disinfecting of frequently touched surfaces as well...
Is this truly the end of Brach's Butterscotch Disks?
Some things are hard to believe and disbelief was the first thing that crossed our minds when we read that Brach’s Butterscotch Disks are being discontinued. We thought it might be a typographical error and then checked the prescription in our reading glasses. After a few phone calls and emails, we realized this was not “fake news,” and that this beloved candy was soon to enter the realm of memory. Being one, if not THE oldest wholesale candy distributors of Brach’s Candy, we were heartbroken but, sadly, have seen this happen all too many times before. Is this...
Your New Favorite Chocolate Covered Confections Are Here!
We love chocolate covered just about anything and are always looking to push the envelope when it comes to new taste sensations. Not everything works but, when it does, you can rest assured that it ends up in our office candy jar. Old classics such as Bridge Mix and Malt Balls prevail, but we have a few new favorites worthy of introduction. OK, we were going to introduce these chocolate covered delights as healthy snacks, which might be a stretch – after all, they are drenched in creamy milk chocolate – but let's put that aside for now. Chocolate Covered...
Candy Cane Marshmallow Peeps - A New Holiday Favorite
Inspiration comes in many packages, shapes, and sizes, and it is not often that we encounter a candy manufacturer that takes a tried and true product and makes it better. We review hundreds of different candies yearly, and while our focus is on old school retro candy, we love when something new and whimsical AND DELICIOUS crosses our path and Candy Cane Marshmallow Peeps surely fit the bill. Peeps have a storied history as they were introduced in 1953 and have been a holiday staple ever since. Many a debate has centered around whether they are better fresh or slightly hard –...
A SNAPPY Contest: What Do "Original Formula" Licorice SNAPS Really Taste Like?
Throughout history, there have been many unanswered questions running the gamut from silly to serious? Some are curious if there is life on other planets, others wonder if Big Foot exists but we have a far more pressing issue Licorice Snaps have long been considered the Holy Grail – talk about another unanswered question in history! And we are proud to offer a limited supply of the Original Formula. That’s good news! The bad news is that despite our best efforts, we can’t figure out exactly what they taste like, and few candy lovers can agree. Everyone knows they love...
FOUND: Snyder of Berlin Chips and Snacks!
Snyder's of Berlin Original Potato Chips are the "ne plus ultra" of snacks! We love products with a unique history all the more so when the hail from our neck of the woods. Located in Pittsburgh since 1927, we have seen the birth of many unique candies such as Clark Bars and Mallo Cups, but it would be an oversight to overlook one of America’s favorite potato chip brands which was founded by the Snyder Family in the 1920s around the time our wholesale company was founded! The company was located in Hanover, Pennsylvania which is why many of the...
Go Beyond Cotton Candy with Funky Punky Floss Sugar!
Funky Punky Floss Sugar is the perfect blend of sugar, flavor, and color! Made with pure cane sugar, fused with tongue shocking flavors never seen before in the world of cotton candy, that create eye popping vibrant colors sure to brighten up any event! These flavored sugars are not just for cotton candy production, flavored floss sugar can be used in countless implementations. With our wide selection of colors and flavors just think of all the beautiful, fun and tasty ways you can vivify and sweeten up your own creations. Funky Punky Floss Sugar is the flawless finish on the...
The Coffee Tree Roasters and CandyFavorites.com are proud to announce their Partnership!
Taking a twist on our slogan, “ Candy is what we deliver, but service is what we sell,” we are proud to announce that our focus remains on candy and service, but we will also be offering an assortment of some of the finest coffees available. Candy is dandy, but coffee is the perfect way to start the work day and keep it going. Partnering with one of the nation’s premier roasters, Coffee Tree Roasters, based in Pittsburgh, PA, CandyFavorites.com will offer a full selection of small batch, hand-roasted coffees growers around the world. Coffee Tree Roasters and CandyFavorites are proud to...
The Resurrection of Red Hot Juju Dollars!
Red Hot Dollars have a sacred place in the history of candy and were one of the first bulk “novelty” candies that our wholesale division offered. No one knows the exact date of their invention, it is somewhere between 2015 or 2016, but records show that our wholesale division was purchasing them as far back as 1927! Did you know that Heide Red Hot Dollars were originally Rapberry flavored? Initially made by the now long gone Henry Heide Company, who also made Black Licorice Dollars and Chocolate Babies to name but a few, Red Hot Dollars was one of the most...
About the Goose that laid the Golden (Brach’s Marshmallow Easter Hunt) Egg
It may not be laid by a mythical Golden Goose, but Brach’s Marshmallow Easter Hunt Eggs are pretty much the proverbial “golden egg” when it comes to Easter candy even if they only come in soft pastel shades. They are also among the hardest to find. So, why are these eggs so special? Brach's Marshmallow Hunt Eggs have longer been a must in any well stocked basket. For over 50 years, our wholesale division has been selling these colorful oversized sugar laden eggs, and they have changed little over the years. The size has gotten smaller – name us a...
Boyer Clark Cups are "Back in the 'Burgh"
A childhood song goes, “make a new friend but don’t forget the old. One is silver, and the other is gold.” It’s sage advice and inevitably comes to mind when enjoying the delicious new taste of Boyer Clark Cups. They may not be the exact taste, nor look, of Clark Bars from yesteryear, but they are a delightful tribute to one of the most famous candy bars first invented in McKeesport, PA., only blocks from our warehouse on the outskirts of Pittsburgh. Note to the reader; they weren’t exactly “born in the Burgh” as the label reads, but pretty darn close...
Employee Appreciation Day Giveaway
Anyone who has been in the workforce has a special memory of a favorite employee or employer who had a cache of candy ready for good times or bad. Perhaps it was a secretary whose candy supply seemed leftover from when the company was founded or maybe it was a boss who, despite a sometimes cranky demeanor,had a ready amount of Hershey’s Kisses on hand. Perhaps it was a candy bowl in the lunchroom in which the chocolates mysteriously disappeared or a colleague who chewed gum a little too loudly. Whatever your story may be, let us know! March 1st...
Why does my favorite candy taste different?
We all know how exciting it can be to find a long-lost candy favorite after years of thinking you might never be able to enjoy it again. And yet, sometimes, my favorite candy tatses different than you may have remembered. When this happens, it can be disconcerting. We understand as we have been “selling retro candy long before it was considered retro,” and have many candies change, or worse, disappear, over our 90 plus year history! The tricky thing about taste is that it is highly subjective. Many candies, especially those that have been around for decades, are susceptible to...
M&M's Introduce 3 International Candy Flavors - English Toffee, Mexican Peanut, and Thai Coconut!
We love candy, and as most candy lovers would attest, M&M’s Chocolate Candies are tried and true. Few sweets replicate the delicious taste of a thin candy shell encasing rich milk chocolate or chocolate covered peanut. It is one of those elusive products that exemplify the maxim, “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” M&M's Thai Coconut Chocolate Candies We admit that we are skeptical when a new flavor or limited edition cross our path. More often than not, the new flavors are a "flash in the pan" novelty that won’t withstand the test of time. This skepticism occurred when...
Ode to the Conversation Heart
For generations, Valentine’s Day has not been complete without at least one box of Conversation Hearts. You know them when you see them. Also known as Sweethearts, they’re the super sweet, heart-shaped treats with phrases like, ‘Be Mine’ and ‘Kiss Me’ emblazoned on the front. A staple of school parties and a beloved addition to candy drawers everywhere, Conversation Hearts have truly been a cornerstone of the sweetest holiday of the year for generations. Unfortunately, all those days spent loving (or loving to hate) Conversation Hearts will soon become just a memory. NECCO, the original manufacturer of Conversation Hearts went...
CandyFavorites.com Partners with Arnold’s Candies for Wholesale
Here at CandyFavorites.com, we believe that candy is better when eaten together. We also strive to support small businesses at every opportunity. We’ve kept things largely in the family here, and we know what it takes to be successful in this industry! As a result, we enjoy partnering with companies who align with our values. One such company is Arnold’s Candies. For the past 65 years, Arnold’s Candies has manufactured all of their candies, by hand, in Akron, Ohio--just a stone’s throw away from our home base in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. You could say we’re practically neighbors. Before we became CandyFavorites.com,...
Cotton Candy Flavors for Every Occasion
Remember when cotton candy was a treat reserved for carnivals and trips to the ballpark? As adults, it’s easy to see why our parents may have been less than enthusiastic about this sugary treat being more than an occasional indulgence (read: sugar rush + sugar crash), but in some ways, that made the rare cotton candy event even more fulfilling! The good news is that as an adult, you can eat cotton candy whenever you want, and the better news is that you don’t have to wait for an annual outing to get your fix. So to help you with...
Popular Pickle Flavored Treats + A Pickle-Inspired Contest
When you think of fun and interesting candy flavors, you know, the kind you love and can’t seem to resist, which flavors come to mind? Maybe it’s chocolate, or something more exotic and fruity? While we don’t know exactly what you thought of, we’re willing to guess it wasn’t pickle! For most of us at least, pickles are a briny, crunchy, not-at-all-remotely-related-to-candy item, best enjoyed in a moment of savory snacking. But what if pickle flavors could transcend the sweet versus savory binary, to become something more wonderful, more delicious than you ever thought possible? The truth is, it can!...
Smith Brothers Cough Drops Are Back!
Your favorite childhood cough drops are back! We all know how comforting it can be to soothe a sore throat with a cough drop. But, did you know the history of everyone’s favorite sick day remedy? A Humble Beginning Legend has it that the first cough drop in America came from a small-batch, family-owned candy store in 1847 and continued to comfort sore throats and coughs with a classic, soothing relief, for generations to come. As you probably guessed, the family name was Smith and the store was owned by two brothers hence how Smith Brothers Cough Drops got their...
Black Jack, Beemans and Clove Gum: A Story of Revival
Black Jack, Beemans and Clove Gum Set to Return This Fall The lifespan of a candy is never known. What seems like a classic could be gone in an instant, leaving candy lovers wondering how to satisfy their sweet tooth cravings, and feeling that the candy world will never be the same again. However, for some candies, there is a miraculous comeback story, a happy redemption that reminds us all just how unexpected and beautiful the industry can be. Today, we are glad to report that, long-time favorites Black Jack, Beemans and Clove Chewing Gum will be back on the...
Giveaway: Enter to Win Our Last Bag of Licorice Snaps!
Black licorice. When it comes to candy, this may be one of the most polarizing topics out there. Licorice haters may always hate, but licorice lovers are some of the most die-hard fans we know. So if you love licorice, then you already know that Licorice Snaps were a household name for generations. Licorice Snaps: The Holy Grail of Licorice In 1914, Martin Kretchmer founded the American Licorice Company in Chicago, Illinois. Back then, Black Licorice Twists were the focus, and when those caught on, the company began to expand their offerings. It wasn’t until the 1930’s, however, when The...
Laffy Taffy and Snickers: Something Funny Going on Here
I have always said that laughter is the key to anyone’s heart, but is it the key to their stomachs as well? The Willy Wonka Candy Company and Mars Incorporated may have something to say when it comes to that topic. With the creations of Laffy Taffy and Snickers bars, their candies are sure to keep their consumers happy. Although the two candies are completely different, they both offer unique twists on classic candies. So let’s dig in to some flavorful facts. Taffy or Toffee, depending on where you live, was first brought into light in 1817 when the word...
The Wall Street Journal Speaks to CandyFavorites on the Possible End of NECCO
There are few things in life that gain enough attention to warrant a place on the front page of the Wall Street Journal. While politics, business, stocks and the economy are frequent flyers, changes in the candy world are not. That is, not unless it’s NECCO Wafer. That’s right. This morning, the NECCO Wafer and CandyFavorites are featured on the front page of the Wall Street Journal. Jon Prince of CandyFavorites.com fielded hundreds of hectic calls over a recent weekend, with some buyers pleading to purchase his entire inventory of NECCO wafers. CandyFavorites: A NECCO Authority The article, which details...
A Brach's Easter Candy Taste Test
As we all know, Easter is a holiday full of religious symbolism, but it is also a holiday full of candy! After Halloween of course, Easter is the second most popular holiday to indulge in all of your favorite sweets-- especially ones that you may not have access to year round. So I decided to check out some of Brach’s Easter candies and see how they compare to the better known Peeps and Cadbury Eggs. I got to delve into some White and Pastel Malt Eggs, Chicks and Rabbits, and Hunt Eggs, none of which I had previously tried. Easter...
Mars Bar and Forever Yours: Perennial Favorites Making A Comeback
Have you ever heard someone lament the fact that life just “isn’t like it used to be?” We know we’ve heard it many times before, but when it comes to candy, this sentiment seems to be especially true! It’s a common practice for candy manufacturers to change formulas over the years. So, even if a treat has been around for decades, it may not taste exactly the way it did when it first hit shelves. Mars Bar -- Back And Better Than Ever If you’re a fan of Mars candy, then you may well know the famed history of the...
Is It Really Goodbye? NECCO May Close Its Doors
If you were asked to think of a few of your favorite classic candies, what would come to mind Well, if you are like many, then Banana Splits, Canada Mints, Candy Buttons, Conversation Hearts, Clark Bars, Coconut Crunch Peanut Butter Logs, Malted Milk Balls, Mary Janes, Mint Juleps, Peach Blossoms, Sky Bars, Slapstix, NECCO Wafers and Wintergreen Lozenges may be some of your initial thoughts. But can you guess what all of these candies have in common? As it turns out, they’re all made by New England Confectionery Company, better known as NECCO. A Company that Has Stood the Test...
Talking Candy History On the Airways
These days, the candy industry is a noisy place to be. With new products competing against perennial favorites, cult classics making a comeback and old favorites getting the final cut, it can be a challenge to separate fact from fiction and trust that you are getting your candy insights from a trusted source. At CandyFavorites, we’re proud to stand out from the noise, providing our customers with high quality candy from yesterday and today, while also offering an experienced perspective on the pulse of the industry. Since 1927, we have led the way with our customer service, attention to detail...
Here Come Kinder Joy Eggs, Hoppin’ Down the Candy Trail
“A day without laughter, is a day wasted.” -- Charlie Chaplin Don’t touch that dial, errr . . . I mean that remote. “It’s time for the Family Feud. Oh wait a minute, I mean the Candy Feud! Today we are going to have some fun with an old favorite game show that was first hosted by Richard Dawson back in 1976 and since 2010 is hosted by Steve Harvey. Ready people? OK, here we go! What’s the top answer to this question: Finish this phrase ________ basket. Bread basket? Waste basket? Laundry basket? Picnic basket? And the number one...
How Many Licks Does it REALLY Take to Get to the Center of a Tootsie Pop?
How many licks does it REALLY take to get to the center of a tootsie pop? The world may never know. Right? Who remembers seeing that commercial, the one with the little boy and Mr. Owl? I know I do. Did you know that the commercial is actually a lot longer than the one we know and love today? The original commercial has the little boy first talking to a cow, then a fox, a turtle, and finally Mr. Owl. After this campaign came out, different groups of people decided to test how many licks it really took. Purdue University,...
Valentine's Day Is For Candy Lovers
As Valentine’s Day is a day of love and candy, I decided to do a little research as to why. We all know that the big Hallmark holidays like Halloween and Valentine’s Day are all about candy, but have you ever thought about why you are stuffing chocolates into your mouth? Ancient Romans were the first ones to start the Valentine’s Day tradition. There were two different Saint Valentines that the holiday was named after. Every year around mid February, the Romans held an enormous festival called Lupercalia. This contained a feast in which the single young adults ate treats,...
Love 'em or Hate 'em: America's Controversial Candies
What comes to mind when you think of the most controversial candies? Do you think of Circus Peanuts, Mary Janes, or Candy Corn? After much research, I have learned that the top three most controversial candies in America are those three. People think of circus peanuts as confections, not even candy, candy corn is one of those candies that you either love or hate, and as for Mary Janes, people say that peanut butter shouldn’t be chewy. But I think there are some really great aspects of these candies that consumers should stop overlooking, so let’s take a deeper look....
Candy Canes Are Coming to Town
“Then the Grinch thought of something he hadn't before! What if Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a store. What if Christmas . . . perhaps . . . means a little bit more!” ― Dr. Seuss, How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Last week I ran to our local supermarket to pick up milk, orange juice, lettuce, and whatever I can whip up for dinner on very short notice. On my way to the check out I noticed the stock boy opening a mountain of boxes in the front of the checkout lanes. Isn’t this the spot where all the...
Sweet Love: A Race Around the World and a Very Special Button
I have always been a sweet tooth. I was the girl who licked the icing off of cupcakes at friend’s birthday parties and ditched the cake below. I always picked the custard filled donuts, I trick or treated until I graduated high school and I would eat all the bread out of the lucky charms first, just so that I could have a few bites of pure marshmallow. Jon Prince and his family of Js moved into the house next door when I was finishing up high school. I had no idea that my fantasy job moved in with them!...
Pittsburgh Honey is Buzzing at CandyFavorites.com!
Pittsburgh Honey® is a family owned and operated "honey farm". What began in the Fine family’s backyard in 1985 with only 6 beehives has grown to nearly 200 hives at the Monongahela homestead and several out-yards throughout southwestern Pennsylvania. They strive to provide pure and local honey varietals under the Pittsburgh Honey® label, as well as top quality beeswax and comb products straight from the hive to thousands of dedicated customers. Al Fine's interest in beekeeping began when he was just a young boy. One summer, a swarm of honey bees landed on a tree branch in the family's back...
It's All About the Halloween Candy
“When witches go riding, and black cats are seen. The moon laughs and whispers, ‘tis near Halloween.” -- 19th century postcard. BOOOOOO! Halloween! It’s my absolute favorite holiday. Yes, even more than Christmas! Now I know I’m no Morticia (from the Addams Family), or Endora, (from Bewitched) or even close to Glinda,(from The Wizard of Oz) but I just may have some tricks left up my sleeve this Halloween for our Trick or Treaters and a whole lot of delicious candy they’ll howl about! You see I’m a child of the 60’s and lots of my childhood memories are tied...
Lights, Camera . . . Candy!
“There’s an electrical thing about movies.” -- Oliver Stone Grab your tub of buttered popcorn and your ice cold pop because we’re going to see what candy debuted in some famous movies and TV shows. So “Here’s looking at you kid,” as you find your seat, sit back and relax as the curtain opens to some blockbuster candy treats that made their name on the silver as well as the small screen. E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial “E.T. phone home” for some delicious Reese’s Pieces. You all remember the scene when Elliott lures E.T. with this orange, brown and yellow coated peanut...
It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like . . . Christmas (Candy)!!
“He who has not Christmas in his heart will never find it under a tree.” --Roy L. Smith Oh you better watch out, you better not cry, better not pout I’m telling you why -Christmas candy is coming to town in July. Ok, ok, don’t get your mistletoe in a twist! I haven’t lost all my marbles yet, but with Christmas just 6 months away I thought it would be jolly to think about the season in this sweltering heat. Red, Green and silver Hershey's Kisses are a Yuletide favorite! Oh what fun it is to imagine red and white...
But There Is a Sweet Candy Cure for the Summertime Blues
“Cause a little bit of summer is what the whole year is about.” --John Mayer “I’m melting, melting, melting . . .” No it’s not the bad witch from the Wizard of Oz. It’s we chocolate bars! Come summer everyone is ready to ditch us because we melt in the heat. Hey, we get it! We do get gooey, lose our shape, stick to your fingers and aren’t too much fun when you find us flattened in your pocket or squished at the bottom of your purse. We’re not happily packed in your beach bag, included on your summer picnic...
Why Not Propose a Candy Buffet for Your Special Day
“Life is the best party I’ve ever been invited to.” -- Arlene Francis Dearly beloved . . . we are gathered here at the most popular month for weddings! Finally it’s your day. A day you’ve been dreaming about for so long. All the planning and preparation is over. Now it’s time to celebrate with family and friends. White dresses and black tuxedos. Beautiful flowers and great music. Delicious food, delectable cookies and you even remembered to include an eye-catching, colorful, candy buffet. But hold the rice! Don’t toss your bouquet just yet! Because candy buffets aren’t just for weddings...
Claeys Old Fashioned Hard Candies, Nostalgic at it's Finest
There are some times when you come across a candy that has been pleasing sweet tooth cravings for generations, and you have to pause for a moment to realize just how amazing it is that you are enjoying the same candy that people have enjoyed for decades and decades before you were born. At CandyFavorites.com, we love this feeling. In fact, it’s one of the main reasons we are so passionate about retro candies! Having access to the same treats that our grandparents had is a small way of staying connected to the past and honoring the traditions that came...
LifeSavers – “A Hole Lot of Fun”
“Sometimes memories sneak out of my eyes and roll down my cheeks.” Did you ever wish you could have just one special day back from your childhood? A day where you could be in a certain place, with a specific person, at a particular time? A day you could freeze and thaw anytime you wanted? I think memories work like that. I have many ”wish days” but there’s one that I’d love to relive. That certain place would be at our family store, Davidek’s Market, the specific person would be my dad, and that particular time would be after school....
Patriotic Hershey’s Kisses and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup
When summer rolls around, most people assume that themed candy is no longer relevant. After all, what could you need from May to September? Most of the major holidays that are associated with candy are in the winter months, after all. Halloween, Christmas, Valentine’s Day--oh my! There really is a lot of sweet tooth satisfying going on. But if you’ve been thinking in that way, you’ve been overlooking the fact that summer, with its patriotic Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day, is a prime time for red, white, and blue candies! Unfortunately, because this time of the year...
Lik-m-aid, Candy Necklaces and Tootsie Pops – Oh My!
“Candy is childhood, the best and bright moments you wish could have lasted forever.” --Dylan Lauren The sun teases me as I sit in my fourth grade classroom. I’d squirm at my desk and anxiously wait for that 3:30 dismissal bell to ring. 3:25, 3:26, 3:27. Come on bell. Gees! Can’t that minute hand move any faster? Oh man, I hope Mrs. Daugherty doesn’t give us math homework today. Doesn’t she know it’s a beautiful spring day? Doesn’t she know children need to get outside and play after school? You know, jump rope. Play dodge ball. Roller skate up and...
It's a Marshmallow "Peep" World
“Memory is a way of holding onto the things you love, the things you are, the things you never want to lose.” ~From the television show The Wonder Years With a Peep Peep here, and a Peep Peep there, here a Peep, there a Peep, everywhere a Peep Peep! Easter baskets loaded with all kinds of goodies. Jelly beans, chocolate bunnies and lambs and of course yellow Peeps peeking out of the plastic green and pink straw that lined my brother’s and my Easter basket! Mmmmmm. . . Delicious memories. I remember my dad searching for that big plastic bag...
Just a Small Town Girl Sharing Her Sweet Memories...
“We write to taste life twice, in the moment and in retrospect.” Anais Nin First of all, let me tell you that I am honored to be a blogger. My name is Mary Lynn Davidek Alpino. When I broke the news to my 20 year old daughter, Ashley, she was pleasantly surprised that her mom even had an inkling of an idea just what a blogger is and my 25 year old son, Ryan said quite simply, “That’s cool mom!” And since this is a blog for CandyFavorites, it is my intention “to taste life twice.” Did you know...
Welcome to the Future of CandyFavorites.com!
At CandyFavorites.com, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional customer service to everyone who visits our site. A key part of this means having a website that people actually enjoy using. After all, there is nothing more discouraging than visiting a website, only to find that it doesn’t offer you what you’re after. Especially in this day and age, a smart, well-designed and functional website is a necessity for anyone who is serious about having an impactful web presence. As one of the leading online candy companies in the industry, we realize the importance of providing customers with the technology they...
Skinnygirl Chocolates: A 100 Calorie Guiltless Indulgence
When it comes to sweet treats, many people find themselves in a conundrum. While there are countless delicious options to choose from, they’re not always the most figure-friendly. So what’s a person to do? In the past, your choices have been limited. You can either go with the candy that tastes good for you, but may not be good for you, or you can go with the candy that tastes just okay, but is probably better on your body. Not a great place to be, right? Well, we’re happy to say that those very limited days of candy choices are...
Introducing Limited Edition Haribo Gold Gummi Bears
Get Them Before They’re Gone! When you’re in the mood for a gummi bear, you have plenty of options to choose from. But, in order to really satisfy your sweet tooth, you don’t want to settle for any sub par treats, do you? You deserve only the highest quality, first-rate gummies. You deserve candies that have been pleasing sweet tooth cravings for almost a century! You deserve Haribo. If we’re on the same page with this Haribo appreciation, then there’s a chance you’re always on the lookout for the latest and greatest invention from one of the greatest candy companies...
It's Time to Sip Some Candy Flavored Coffee and Hot Chocolate
Heads Up, Candy Lovers! Candy Flavored Coffee and Hot Chocolate Is Coming To You When you think of CandyFavorites, we’re willing to bet that you probably think of us as straight up candy people. And, it makes sense. After all, we were founded on the principle of great, accessible candy. However, nothing maintains greatness like innovation. So, it should come as no surprise that, in this new year, we’ve got a few new tricks up our sleeves. One such development involves candy flavored coffee and hot chocolate! You read that correctly. We’re excited to announce that we now carry a...
Christmas Candies In Your Kitchen
Christmas is on its way! And if you’re like many people, that means holiday baking is in full swing. There is something so magical about baking during the most wonderful time of the year. The sights and smells are just too good! And the temptation to eat everything before it gets out the door to your nearest and dearest is challenging, indeed. While candy may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of holiday baking, it very well could be! After all, nothing takes a treat from good to great quite like the addition of...
A Gingerbread Home For the Holidays
When Christmas time rolls around, there’s one major food-related item that’s always on our minds. Have any guesses? We’ll give you some hints. It’s spicy, sweet, and although it is completely edible, we don’t usually end up eating it. Have a hunch? Well, if you thought ‘gingerbread houses’ then you’re entirely correct! This time of year, families and friends come together to decorate adorable and tantalizing gingerbread homes for the holidays. Whether they’re big or small, they’re always a fun way to occupy a few hours and fill the house with lots of holiday cheer. But this tradition didn’t just...
How to Celebrate Thanksgiving With Your Favorite Retro Candy
When Thanksgiving comes around, there’s bound to be plenty of discussion about food. Especially if you’re the one tasked with hosting the event, we’re willing to bet that you are already up to your ears with ingredient lists and potential food ideas that will please the many varied taste buds that you’ll be welcoming around the dinner table. While most people tend to stop their checklists at dessert, we feel that isn’t quite fair to the most important food group: candy, of course. Sure, pumpkin pie and turkey are Thanksgiving staples, but has anyone ever complained about a little bit...
Halloween Costumes Inspired By Our Favorite Retro Candies
Nothing says “it’s time to eat candy” quite like Halloween. While we tend to think that any time of year is a good time for a sweet treat, the celebration of Halloween practically requires it! After all, the night would just not be as fun if it didn’t end with a sugar high! But before you can even begin the trick-or-treating, you’ll have to decide on a costume, right? That is definitely the most important part. And, as a result, there’s a chance you may be at a loss for what to do. Around here, when we have a question...
CandyFavorites #CFTrickOrTreat Contest - Official Rules
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. DATES OF PROMOTION: Candy Favorites (“Sponsors”) #CFTrickOrTreat the “Promotion” begins at 12:00pm Eastern Time on Friday, September 23, 2016 and ends at 11:59 am Eastern Time on Sunday October 23, 2016 (the “Promotion Period”). ELIGIBILITY: The Promotion is open to any legal U.S. residents residing in any of the 50 United States, who are 18 years of age or older. Employees and their immediate family members (parents, children, siblings or spouse, regardless of where they live, or persons living in the same household, whether related or not) of Candy Favorites, its divisions, affiliates,...
Candies from the 80's That Are Still Going Strong
It’s that time of year again. The days are getting shorter and cooler, the leaves are beginning to fall, and football season is back! And if there’s one thing that goes hand-in-hand with football season, it’s tailgating. From a food perspective, some of the greatest tailgating took place in the 80's, when sloppy joes and pasta salad reigned supreme. But, of course, no sports-watching experience would be complete without a sweet treat to finish things off. Luckily, the 80's were full of great candy debuts that we still love today! So while Waldorf Salad and dips in bread bowls may...
Reese’s Gives You the Best of Both Worlds
Enjoy Reese's Peanut Butter Cups and Pieces Together! It’s that time of the summer, when the days are long and hot, and all you want to do is park yourself by the nearest fan or air conditioner. Sound about right? We know how it is! There’s something about the summer heat that really makes us want to do, well, nothing at all! Staying cool and comfortable is usually our main focus. But sometimes we just aren’t satisfied with staying in the house. So what’s the best alternative? Well, when the parks and swimming pools are just too hot to be...
Celebrate National Peach Month with Gummi Peaches
A Peachy Treat to Beat the Summer Heat! It’s that time of year again that is so fondly referred to as the ‘dog days of summer.’ With temperatures rising and the sun hanging high in the sky well into the night, it’s a great time to be outside. Whether you’re spending time with your family or with your friends, this is the time of year that calls for late-night get-togethers and summer soirees. And if you’re anything like us, then chances are that your garden parties are not complete without a little bit of sweetness. We understand. After all of...
Emojeez Gummies are the Best Thing Since Emojis
Emojeez Let You Chew on the Hottest Worldwide Trend These days, it seems that everyone is texting. Admittedly, texting is one of the simplest and quickest ways to get in touch with another person, so we can’t really blame the world for latching on to this easier way of doing things. Communicating with texts has brought a whole new language into being, one of extreme abbreviations and hundreds of pictures to convey our emotions. There’s never a text that cannot be sped up by using an abbreviation or enhanced by using a smiley or frowny face. Emojis, as these...
Candy Favorites for Your Favorite Dad
Dad's Deserve Something Sweet! When Father’s Day rolls around, do you find yourself running into the same old situation? You ask Dad what he wants, only for him to tell you that he has everything he needs, or that his children are the best gift he could ask for? We hear ya. As nice as it is for Dad to not want to burden us with finding a gift, it seems that this inability to decide leaves us with the task of making even more decisions than before! Do you buy another tie? Another shirt for his favorite sports team?...
Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth This Memorial Day!
No matter where you are in the country, Memorial Day always feels like the start of summer. There’s usually nice weather, great food, and good times spent with friends and family. What could be better than that, right? Around here, we think quality time with your favorite people is one of the most important things in life. After all, you spend all day working—maybe with people you’d rather not be working with! When you do have the down time, you’ve really got to make the most of it and surround yourselves with the ones you love. Especially on Memorial Day,...
Decking The Halls: 6 Candy Buffet Ideas For Your Holiday Party
Tis the season to "Deck the Halls" and show your employees how much you appreciate all the hard work they bring into the office everyday. What better way to celebrate hard work, the successes of the past year, and get ready for challenges ahead than by throwing a memorable event for all the members of your staff? Take your end of the year celebration to the next level by building a fun and tasty candy buffet to share with the members of your staff. The theme of your holiday party will dictate the color scheme and candy selection, so you’ll...
CandyFavorites #SweetHolidayMemory - Official Rules
Official Rules NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. DATES OF PROMOTION: CandyFavorites.com (“Sponsors”) #SweetHolidayMemories the “Promotion” begins at 12:00pm Eastern Time on Thursday, December 03, 2015 and ends at 11:59 am Eastern Time on Wednesday December 30, 2015 (the “Promotion Period”). ELIGIBILITY: The Promotion is open to any legal U.S. residents residing in any of the 50 United States, who are 18 years of age or older. Employees and their immediate family members (parents, children, siblings or spouse, regardless of where they live, or persons living in the same household, whether related or not) of CandyFavorites.com, its divisions, affiliates,...
Down. Set. Bite! Prepping Candy Snacks For Game Day
From football themed birthday parties to the once-a-year Super Bowl Bash you throw, football season offers a variety of ways to celebrate your favorite team’s triumphs and mourn their losses. No matter the outcome of the game, CandyFavorites.com is here to join in the celebration! We’re here to help you score a touchdown with your game day candy snacks, so step away from the chips and dip and prepare to make your house game day headquarters with a few of these fun and fast ideas! Chocolate Footballs The perfect candy snack for any armchair quarterback, the rich chocolate in these...
Unforgettable Fall Candy And Turkey Day Treats
With October winding down, we’re already thinking ahead to the next major holiday, Thanksgiving! The traditions, the focus on the good things in life, and of course the delicious food are some of our favorite things about this Fall holiday. Nothing brings families together quite like Thanksgiving does, and if you’re hosting guests this year, the pressure is on to impress them with terrific food and a fun atmosphere. Check out these delightful fall candy ideas that will make your Thanksgiving gathering one to remember for years to come - but make sure there’s not too much sweet snacking that...
Take Your Candy Colors Beyond Orange & Black
When you think of Halloween, chances are the first colors that pop into your mind are orange and black. After all, orange is the color of pumpkins, bonfires, and changing leaves, and black represents death, darkness, bats, black cats, and cauldrons – all of which are popular Halloween themes and symbols. However, your Halloween candy color options are not limited to just orange and black. Blood red, deep purple, lime green, and ghostly white are a few of our favorite underrated Halloween colors. Combining bulk candy in these colors can take the ghoulish theme of your Halloween decorations, and Halloween...
Halloween Candy Tricks To Spook Your Trick-Or-Treaters
You know the drill. On or before the night of October 31st you’ll have gaggles of children in costumes knocking on your door shrieking the old adage “Trick-or-Treat” expecting candy in return. Besides offering phenomenal candy, (and with the great Halloween selection from CandyFavorites.com, how could you offer anything less?) are there ways to make your Halloween candy stand out from the crowd this year? We believe the answer is a resounding, “yes!”. Simply follow a few of these tips to keep your candy bowl the spookiest, and the most fun this Halloween. And if you have creepy, goopy or...
America's Favorite Halloween Candies
Though it may be a bit soon to start decorating, we're sure there are more than a few of you who have already started planning your Halloween costumes for this year. But are you prepared to impress the little ghouls that come knocking on your door looking for their favorite Halloween Candies?? For most children, the best part about trick-or-treating is coming home and dumping their candy on the floor to evaluate the night's haul. This ritual often involves dividing the best candy from the worst to decide which to devour and which to trade. In 2013, Chicago-based market research...
Want To Learn Why We Give Out Halloween Candy?
Colorful and imaginative costumes, ringing doorbells and little hands grabbing handfuls of candy out of a brimming candy dish - we think it’s safe to say that there’s no holiday quite like Halloween. But where did our traditions originate? After all, you have to admit that dressing up as your favorite character and asking virtual strangers for Halloween Candy is a bit strange. Though many believe that trick-or-treating is just another one of those traditions cooked up by candy companies in order to generate revenue, the truth is that these traditions are rooted in history. The exact forerunners of today’s...
Sweeten Your Star Wars Viewing Party
Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the seventh installment in the main Star Wars film series set approximately 30 years after the events of Return of the Jedi, doesn’t open in theaters until December 18th. That might seem like a long time to wait for the next installment of this epic space saga, but it also means you have plenty of time to enjoy all six previous Star Wars movies before ‘The Force Awakens’ hits theaters! Sounds like the perfect opportunity to invite your fellow Star Wars fans over for a viewing party complete with themed Star Wars snacks, decorations, and...
#RetroCandyCostume Photo Contest
Official Rules For #RetroCandyCostume Photo Contest NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. DATES OF PROMOTION: CandyFavorites.com (“Sponsors”) #RetroCandyCostume Photo Contest the “Promotion” begins at 12:00pm Eastern Time on Tuesday, September 8, 2015 and ends at 11:59 am Eastern Time on Monday September 14, 2015 (the “Promotion Period”). ELIGIBILITY: The Promotion is open to any legal U.S. residents residing in any of the 50 United States, who are 18 years of age or older. Employees and their immediate family members (parents, children, siblings or spouse, regardless of where they live, or persons living in the same household, whether related or...
Special Delivery: Halloween Savings
Halloween Pez Dispensers, Scary Skeletons, Candy Fangs, Reese’s Pumpkins — we’ve got it all! CandyFavorites.com is proud to kick off the Halloween season with an amazing selection of Halloween Candy perfect for trick-or-treaters or even for seasonal snacking. Add to that selection our NEW lower shipping rates and improved time-in-transit and you have the perfect one-stop shop for all your Halloween Treat needs. Long-term customers may be familiar with our previous shipping policy. Unlike other online stores who focus on shipping as a profit center, CandyFavorites.com has always been committed to providing customers with the fastest possible delivery at the...
Candy Corn Craze
It’s that time of the year again -- kids are headed back to school and the start of the football season is on the horizon. This means that Fall is officially upon us. With the cool air and changing leaves comes a classic seasonal candy -- Candy Corn! Every fall, party-hosts, party-goers, and trick-or-treaters alike seek out this iconic tri-colored treat. With a legacy that goes back more than a century, Candy Corn has established itself as a Fall staple. In the 1880s, George Renninger, a candymaker at the Wunderlee Candy Company in Philadelphia, invented Candy Corn. However, it wasn’t...
Creative Ways for using Candy to decorate Cupcakes
It’s no secret that cupcakes are a party favorite - who doesn’t love bite-sized cake, after all? In a sea of plain cupcakes, set yours apart from the pack by adding fun candy decorations. Check out some of the ideas below for inspiration and then let your imagination run wild - the possibilities are endless! Image courtesy of jamieanne at Flicker Over the Rainbow Perfect for fun kids’ parties, these rainbow cupcakes are sure to brighten anyone’s day. To start, create blue skies by stirring a few drops of blue food coloring into your favorite frosting until it reaches your...
When Do Those Halloween Treats Turn Into Tricks?
We’ve all been there. Searching through the cupboards, looking for just the thing to satisfy that chocolate craving. Finally after minutes of intense searching, you find it - a leftover treat that’s been hiding since the last time trick-or-treaters came knocking on your door. That candy bar you found shoved in the back of the pantry was in the wrapper. It should be fine...right? Situations like these raise the question, “Can my candy go bad?” Some of us may even be thinking of the candy-themed months ahead. Halloween is just around the corner, after all, and Christmas is right on...
Novelty Candy from Kidsmania to Play with and Eat
The best thing about summer fun and candy is when you combine the two; which is what Kidsmania Novelty Candy has done in the most delicious way! Their mouthwatering novelty candy includes a keepsake toy or action filled game and with so many to choose you may not be able to pick a favorite. But never fear, our multi-count boxes makes it easy for candy lovers to collect them all. Topping the list of our new Kidsmania novelty candy line is the Cut the Rope Feed Om Nom Candy. You will get lost in time trying to feed Om Nom;...
New Candy Products for National Candy Month
CANDY MONTH is still going strong and we have a super sweet line-up of new products! Shake up your Star Wars memories with the new Star Wars Jelly Belly Bean Machine ~ and create new memories with the LIMITED EDITION Milky Way Marshmallow (with caramel) candy bars! Got the Monday blues? Well, we have a cure for that! Reconnect with the comforts of home and Saturday morning breakfast with Jelly Belly Pancake and Maple Syrup Jelly Beans! We have 3 amazing offers for kids to celebrate Candy Month with us! The classic Smarties candy now comes filled in a squeeze...
Top 10 Candy Blog Launch!
May is a great month for Candy Favorites because we have just launched our very first Top 10 Candy Category blog! Every week (Tuesdays to be exact) we will feature our (soon-to-be-famous) Top 10 List! Ever wondered about the history of your favorite candy? Or wanted fun party ideas for gumballs and licorice? Well, we have the sweetest candy news this side of the internet! Be sure to check back each week for the Candy Favorites Top 10 Tuesday Blog – featuring me (Charlotte Hopkins), the newest member of the Candy Favorites family!
Gumballs Top 10 List
1) Bubble Gum Necklaces: Put a twist on the cherished candy necklace by creating a Gumball necklace! Poke a hole on both sides of the gumball (a fork prong is good for that) and lace your necklace with a ribbon or string of black cord. Fun to make – and just as fun to bite off – piece by piece! 2) Decorate a Snowman: Gumballs are great for the winter to decorate your snowman! When it’s time to bring down your snowman, break the gumball into pieces and make a bowl of snow ice cream (mixed with your tasty gumball...
Your Favorite Candy...Now Available in a Jar!
Everyone knows that the secret to success is a jar full of candy. Oh, you didn’t know that? Well, now you do! We like to think we speak from experience when we say that candy jars make everything ten times better. That’s why we’re so excited about our new Filled Candy Jars section! Imagine with us for a minute that you have a party to go to, or a friend to bestow a gift upon. What will you buy? Around here, we tend to think that a jar of candy is always a good option, and we have a lot...
New Springtime Candies Have Sprung!
Spring is here and so are many new candies! We know that spring weather can be unpredictable—just about as unpredictable as your sugar cravings! So lucky for you, we have a little bit of everything to make your snack time satisfying. Our Juicy Drop Gummies are perfect for people who want a little bit of gummie and a little splash of juice! These chewy gummies have a fun, gel center, and come in a number of fruity flavors. They’re a great way to welcome your sweet tooth into spring! For more fruity fun, you don’t want to miss these Chewy...
Variety is the Spice of Life
They say that variety is the spice of life. And while we feel like many sayings like this can be a bit overrated, we know that this one is accurate. Especially when it comes to sweets, why have to choose one when you can choose them all? The more the merrier, in our opinion! So you can imagine how excited we are to share our many new variety packs with you! For the people who like a little bit of sweet and savory, the Austin Cookie & Cracker Variety Pack is exactly what you need. This is perfect for when...
New Lollipops to Put a Spring in Your Step
Spring is in the air, and you know what that means: there’s no better time to pull out your favorite springtime treats! And while different people may prefer different flavors for this time of year, at CandyFavorites, spring has us craving lollipops! A fun, sugary treat that is both easy to transport and easy to eat, lollipops are a great way to usher in the new season. So if your sweet tooth is telling you to stop, drop, and give it some sugar, then you’re in the right place. Our Chupa Chups Creamy Lollipops Case is perfect for people who...
Help! The Gummies Have Taken Over!
This communication is being sent from our warehouse basement storeroom, where all employees are being held hostage by rebel Gummi candies. They have overtaken us with Sweet Squirter Guns and tied us up with Licorice Laces, but I've managed to chew through them. The Gummies won't relinquish control until all candies are liberated from our warehouse so they may roam free in the world. For the sake of all the hard working employees at CandyFavorites.com, I implore you to fill your shopping carts with loads of sweet treats before they...
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Soda Can Fizzing Candy Experiment
by Loralee Here’s an experiment that uses Soda Can Fizzy Candy: Fizzing Soda Candy Does Soda Can Fizzy Candy really fizz like soda pop? Materials Needed: Soda Can Fizzy Candy Clear bowl Water What to do: Pour some water into the bowl. Put in some Soda Can Fizzy Candy. What happens? What’s happening: Soda Can Fizzy Candy fizzes, but not like soda pop. This kind of candy doesn’t contain carbon dioxide bubbles. On the label you’ll see what really makes the bubbles: citric acid and sodium bicarbonate (baking soda). When these ingredients get wet and mix together, the reaction creates...
Candy Movie Night Redux
By Susan Amerikaner We recently celebrated our 35th Wedding Anniversary. We are not big entertainers: not party-goers or party-givers. But my husband felt we ought to somehow mark this milestone in style. And thanks to CandyFavorites—and my own planning--our party was a wild success. People have been asking me how I did it. So I decided to write and share. This was a decidedly adult affair, but you can easily adapt for children’s birthdays. We used candy, creativity and the film Casablanca. For children, you could easily use a film such as Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory! (I prefer...
Happy Sweet New Year!
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Candy Blogs Holiday Edition: The ‘Stache Bash
Trolli Santa & Elves Mustaches Gummi Candy Classroom/movie Munchability: 5 (the fun is in the dress-up play!) Melt Measure: 0 Novelty: 9 Sharability: 10 Trust me, it is as much a surprise to me as it is to you that the elves of Santa’s toy shop have the same type of mustaches that Santa has! I always imagined the elves as baby faced little characters running around childishly as they assembled toys for the undersides of all the Christmas trees of children. (Despite growing up Jewish, I have still had many daydream about Santa and his elves). Perhaps the elves...
Mentos: The fresh (and fruity) maker
Allow me to go ahead and answer your first question: What is the difference between Mentos Rainbow and Mentos Fruit? The newer product, Mentos Rainbow, features seven flavors, five of which are distinct from the original fruit flavors: pineapple, raspberry, apple, watermelon, grape and the old school orange and strawberry. Mentos fruit keeps it simple with the trio of flavors: strawberry, orange and lemon. Either way, you’ll find 14 pieces of fruity chew balls in each package. My favorite Mentos flavor has always been the pink strawberry. I used to buy rolls of Mentos, pick out all of the pink...
Candy Bucket Challenge
Take the #CandyBucketChallenge to help fight ALS. For the next 24 hours, $3 will be donated for every order placed at CandyFavorites.com. You can also win the Bucket of Candy by making the best guess for the number of candy pieces dumped in the video! Please share with your friends to make this fundraising effort a sweet success! Place your order NOW! Watch the Candy Bucket Challenge Video
Krackel: The old school crunch in a new school size
“Krackel is dope, it has an old school kind of crunch.” Classroom/Movie Munchability: 8 Melt Measure: 8 Novelty: 6 Sharability: 7 It might not be the simplest candy to spell correctly, but this Hershey’s bar shows simplicity with style. It is the classic milk chocolate bar with a little crisped rice crunch to keep you paying attention. When Krackels was originally introduced in 1938 as a full size candy bar, it had almonds and crisped rice in the formula. Soon after, peanuts were added to the party. In 1941, while war was at large on the other side of...
What resides in the center of your Milky Way? Simply Caramel
A Milky Way bar for those who can't get enough caramel! Classroom/Movie Munchability: 8 Melt Measure: 8 Novelty: 7 Sharability: 3 “I’m not a huge caramel fan, so my experience is jaded, but honestly it’s good” “It’s like a Caramello log!” It’s no surprise that Mars created the MilkyWay candy; this candy bar is out of this world! If you really try, you might even be able to find a resemblance between the evolution of the MilkyWay bar from the nougat-caramel combo to caramel-solo and the dynamic Milky Way galaxy. Milk Way Galaxy Between 100 and 400 billion...
Resident Candy Blog Aficionado Update
After reading the “a bit about Becca our resident candy blogger” bio for the first time in five years, I felt a little embarrassed that that’s what is informing the current candy lovers about their resident blogger. Allow me to quickly catch you up on what I was doing during the five years that I was not writing candy blogs. Last you heard, I was a sophomore at the University of Colorado in Boulder, beginning to discover myself. Since then, I took two years off of school. I lived in an intentionally community on a small farm in Israel,...
Hear them Shqueep: Peeps Minis: Chocolate Crème
Peeps Minis Chocolate Creme These peeps are of an unfamiliar sort. All cramped up inside the bag, 24 to a room, it’s the factory farming of peeps. They took them out of their bag free, free-range boxes and stuck them into a bag. After yesterday’s “Peepa” march against bagged peeps, I decided to get a bag to see what the disturbance was about. I rip off the seal and unzip the dark cave where the peeps reside. My hand reaches down and the bag crinkles. It’s warm and soft, I just grab something because I’m not sure where each one...
Becca’s Brilliant Candy Blogs, Round 2: Begin
The world of candy blogging has called me back. Maybe it is the expanded appreciation I have now for sweets; working in wilderness therapy, a treat of sugar at night, when all the students are zipped into their sleeping bags, brings a moment of absolute solitude and bliss. Nothing can interrupt the sweet serenity of a well-earned bit of melting chocolate on the tongue. Maybe I am back because it would be selfish and rude to pass up the candy blogging opportunity that every child dreams of... The reasoning is less important than the result, which is that Becca is...
Discontinued Candy Therapy Blog
If you have reached this page, chances are, you searched for a candy that has been discontinued... Discovering that a favorite candy is being discontinued is akin to loosing someone close to you. You've shared lots of very special memories that will always be cherished. It has comforted you in times of need, or helped celebrate a special occasion. At CandyFavorites.com, we feel your pain and would like to assist in your candy therapy. It is never easy to let go, but we hope that by sharing your memories on our blog, you can memorialize that sweet treat with the...
Another Candy Case Giveaway!
Join our delicious email list! A few months ago, we gave away a briefcase packed with candy. Now there’s another one up for grabs! We already know it holds almost 400 pieces of candy, so we’ll be doing this a little differently. This time, we’ll just draw a name from our mailing list. All you have to do for a chance to win is be on the list. If you’re already on the list, you’re already in the running. If not, sign up!Watch Full Movie Online Streaming Online and Download * indicates required Email Address * First Name Things we...
Bit-O-Honey - A Nostalgic Taffy History
Bit-O-History There’s something great about the sweet stick-to-your teeth Bit-O-Honey that everybody knows and loves. It’s a nostalgic treat that’s been around for what feels like an eternity. But did you know all the chewy details of its past? Bit-O-Honey first took the stage in 1924. In that year, Schutter-Johnson Company, based in Chicago, Illinois, created a new kind of candy bar. A bar made of almond bits in a honey-flavored taffy; Bit-O-Honey was a far cry from popular chocolate bars at the time. Made with egg white for extra chew, the six pieces of taffy wrapped in wax paper...
The History of Pez Iconic Candy Dispensers
Nothing says childhood quite like PEZ. There’s something nostalgic about these familiar little treats that bring back memories of yesteryear with each and every bite. But would you believe that your favorite PEZ didn’t start out as the fruity candy we know and love today? It's true! In fact, this is one candy that has a history that may surprise you. Pfefferminz to PEZ Eduard Haas III invented PEZ in 1927, in Vienna, Austria. The name of the candy originated from the German word for peppermint, which happens to be “pfeffermintz.” Haas took the ‘p,’ ‘e,’ and ‘z’ from the...
Remember Licorice Snaps?
Snap From The Past Black licorice. Some people love it. Some people hate it. But no matter where you stand on the licorice spectrum, wouldn’t licorice be better if it was coated in something sweet? Like candy? We think so, and apparently we’re not alone. You see, the good people at the American Licorice Company are one step ahead of you, and have been for quite a few decades. An Instant Classic The American Licorice Company started in 1914 in Chicago, Illinois. Back then, their very first candy was licorice twists. Next came licorice cigarettes and cigars, during the Great...
Candy History: Angel Mints
A Mint From The Past If you’ve eaten candy in the last almost 100 years, then chances are you’ve had Angel Mints. These minty masterpieces were first introduced in 1919 on the Atlantic City boardwalk. The boardwalk was the birthplace of many popular time-tested candies, such as Salt Water Taffy, as people are more apt to treat themselves to sugar on a day in the sun. Originally, each batch of Angel Mints was cooked in copper kettles over gas stoves, to maximize moisture content. After cooking, the candies were individually wrapped to ensure freshness. It’s that little extra effort that...
Candy History: Candy Canes
The Origins of the Candy Cane We’ve probably all heard the story of the German choirmaster who created white, sugary shepherd’s hooks to keep the children quiet during the services. But, there are almost as many candy cane creation stories as there are varieties of candy canes! What’s certain is that these popular Christmas treats were originally all white. Many have attached a religious connection to them, saying that the white candy cane represented the sinlessness of the life of Jesus. As for the shape, many also claim that it’s meant to look like a shepherd’s hook, to remind children...
Candy History: Brach's Chocolate Stars
Ask anyone on the street if they’ve ever heard of Brach’s candy and they’ll probably think of those infamous bulk bins in the grocery store. Or, they may sing you a little jingle, “Stop where you are, buy a Brach’s candy bar.” But do you know how it all began? As it turns out, Brach’s is almost 110 years old, as the first store was opened all the way back in 1904. Brach’s was created by a German immigrant by the name of Emil J. Brach. And, believe it or not, the store in 1904 was his second attempt at...
What's a Cordial Cherry, Anyway?
A Cordial Past Cordialed cherries have always been a huge hit around the holidays. They’re sweet and perfectly festive- a treat normally reserved for this time of year. But did you realize just how old the method of cordialing is? If not, let’s just say that it’s a little older than you may be expecting. Cordials for the Heart In fact, cordials started being made hundreds of years ago, during the Renaissance. They were originally made for medicinal purposes, as the strong flavor was thought to promote health. The meaning of the word itself betrays earlier thoughts that cordials were...
Candy History: Necco Peach Blossoms
A Peach Blossom A Day Peach Blossoms are a candy that tastes as sweet as it sounds. A truly American treat, they also happen to be made by an American company with a history that stretches far longer than you may have expected. It all started back in 1847. It was in this fateful year that a man by the name of Oliver Chase invented the lozenge cutter. Chase was a pharmacist, so he wasn’t necessarily in the candy-making business. But, as it turns out, the creation of this machine, which allowed long ropes of sugar to be cut into...
Candy History: Old Fashion Christmas Hard Candy
Special Occasion Candy Few things are sweeter at Christmas time than a handful of candy. Everyone has a favorite holiday treat that they look forward to all year round. There’s just something especially nice about savoring a candy that only comes by for special occasions. And while we can’t imagine ringing in the Yule-tide feelings without a sugary treat or two, it wasn’t always this way. Old Fashioned Sweetness While people have been enjoying sweets for centuries, the first mention of Christmas candy came in the form of candy canes. In 1672, the choirmaster of the Cologne Cathedral created white,...
Candy History: Christmas Candy in America
Announcing a new Christmas Candy favorite! Most of our top-10 bestselling candies year after year are Brach's candies like Butterscotch Disks, Villa Cherries, and Ice Blue Mint Coolers. But every year, there's one candy mix -- only sold at CandyFavorites.com -- that manages to rank among those established favorites. Penny Candy Americana Mix delivers joy to everyone who encounters it by bringing back the tastes of childhood for all ages. What better time for the wonderful magic of rediscovery than Christmas morning? This year, we're excited to introduce Christmas Candy Americana Mix! A Mixed History The history of Christmas candy...
CLAEYS CANDY - A History of a Sweet Old Fashioned Family Business
Claeys Candy was founded in 1919 by Jerome C. Claeys in his garage. Located in South Bend, Indiana, after 104 years, Claeys Candy proudly calls Indiana home. Much like McKeesport Candy Co., Claey's has remained a generation-family business. In case you still need to figure it out, we have a soft spot for family businesses, especially ones that are still surviving the test of time. Jerome C. Claey is the grandfather of the current president, Gregg Claeys. The company was initially located in a small building on Blaine Avenue in South Bend. However, as their sales increased because of their delicious candies, so did...
Candy History: Abba Zaba
The Early Days of a Retro Candy Bar The history of the Abba-Zaba bar goes way back, all the way to 1922, to be exact. It was a different time, then. The first radio had just arrived at the White House, Egypt received independence from Great Britain, and a little candy company called Colby and McDermott was manufacturing a new kind of candy bar in Los Angeles, California. What made this candy so special, you might ask? Well, it consisted of a white taffy exterior with a creamy peanut butter center. Known as the Abba-Zaba bar, this stick-to-your-teeth confection became...
Candy History: Cracker Jacks
A Man and His Popcorn Nothing screams Americana quite like the 7th inning stretch and a box of Cracker Jacks. But would you believe this time-tested snack was created by a German immigrant and debuted not at the ballpark, but at the World’s Fair? The story of this American candy classic is an interesting one, indeed. Frederick William Rueckheim had been selling popcorn on the streets of Chicago for years, when, in 1893, he came up with a new popcorn creation for the Chicago World’s Fair. When his brother Louis arrived from Germany, they established the F.W. Rueckheim & Bro....
Facebook Exclusive Giveaway
Help us reach 10,000 Fans! After over 85 years in the candy business, we finally have over 8,500 wonderful Facebook fans! We need you to help us pass the 10K mark! This is an exclusive event just for our Facebook Fans, so if you’re not one yet, get in on the action.Watch Full Movie Online Streaming Online and Download The Number of Prizes is Up to You! We want to get as many fans as possible by midnight on Halloween. As long as we pass 10,000 fans, we’ll give away 10 prizes to new Facebook fans and 10 prizes to...
Candy History: Zero Bars
A Candy By Another Name The history of the Zero bar is a cool one, indeed. In 1920, the Hollywood Brands Company introduced what was then called the Double Zero Bar. At that time, the Minnesota based company manufactured the candies at a factory in Centralia, Illinois. Made of caramel, peanut, almond, and nougat, and covered with a layer of white fudge, it wasn’t long before these Double Zero Bars were known for their distinctive white exterior. Back in the day, these sweet treats sold for only a penny each, boasting a label that promised kids a steam engine toy...
Candy History: Valomilk
The first Valomilk candy cup was created in Kansas by the Sifers company in 1931. The Sifers company had gotten its start by making hard penny candy and then moved on to boxed chocolates and 5-cent candy bars. Like most great inventions, the first Valomilk was the product of a happy accident (serendipity, you might say). Making a Marshmallow Mess At that time, the vanilla used to make marshmallows had a lot more alcohol in it than it does today. When a candy maker added too much vanilla, it would prevent the marshmallow from setting properly. Fortunately, when life handed...
Candy History: Oh Henry
The Oh Henry Bar is a straightforward, delicious candy bar with a somewhat complicated history. As opposed to Snickers that was named after Forrest Mars' beloved racehorse, no one is 100% certain where the name for Oh Henry came from. Theories abound but one thing that almost everyone agrees upon is that this is a delicious candy bar and has been for close to 100 years. And no, this candy bar is not named after the baseball great Hank Aaron. Spark your curiosity? Read on… Lore has it that the name was derived from that of a randy young man...
Candy History: Snickers
What could a horse and a candy bar possibly have in common? This is a question that candy lovers have pondered for 83 years. A New Kind of Candy Bar In 1930, Frank Mars, the father of Forrest Mars, named his candy bar after his beloved horse named Snickers. Ironically, the name of the family farm located in Tennessee was Milky Way. These candy bars stirred a bit of controversy upon their release as they were priced at 20 cents at a time when customers expected candy bars to cost a nickel. The inspiration for the bar wasn't a candy...
Candy History: Necco Wafers
NECCO WAFERS ARE OLD-SCHOOL COOL It's hard to believe these delicious pastel wafers will soon be celebrating their 167th birthday. (They look pretty good for their age, don't they?) Their longevity places them among the pantheon of great American candies. A Burst of Energy Right Out of the Gate One of the most interesting things about Necco Wafers is that these candies sided with the Union during the Civil War. They were invented by Oliver Chase who used them as a way to give troops an energy boost, making them the oldest energy candy that we know of. It would...
Candy History: Clark Bars
Clark Bars are an American institution near and dear to our black-and-gold Pittsburgh Hearts. They were formulated right here in our hometown of McKeesport, PA at the turn of the century by a gentleman named David L. Clark. The candy bar was originally made just a few blocks from the warehouse where our candy company has resided since 1927! Since our founder Ernest Prince was friendly with Mr. Clark, we were probably the very FIRST candy wholesalers in the nation to offer this treat. The company later changed its name to "DL Clark Company" and moved to downtown Pittsburgh. It...
Licorice Snaps: The New Formula
Is the difference subtle or substantial? I love licorice snaps. You could say I acquired a taste for them. Black licorice is my absolute favorite candy, so I’m always up for a new licorice adventure. The first time I ate Snaps, I thought I hated them. I thought they tasted like paint. But they had a tough toothiness that made them kind of irresistible. By the time I finished my first box, I was hooked. I don’t know what that paint thing was about. I love them. A Troubling Tip At CandyFavorites, a customer recently brought it to our attention...
New Pop Rocks Candy Experiments
by Loralee Leavitt When you pop them in your mouth, Pop Rocks fizz, sizzle, and explode. These experiments show you why–and how to have fun with them. Bubbling Pop Rocks Why do Pop Rocks pop in your mouth? It’s because they have a secret ingredient. If you pour Pop Rocks into a glass of water, you’ll hear them cracking and popping, and see tiny air bubbles rising as the candy dissolves.Watch movie online The Transporter Refueled (2015) You’re looking at the secret ingredient — carbon dioxide that’s pumped into the candy when it’s still melted, trapping bubbles. Do Pop...
Candy Experiments The Book
About Candy Experiments – From Blog to Book We think Candy Experiments is one of the coolest blogs in the whole world. Blogger and author Loralee (with some help from her kids) comes up with so many crazy and interesting experiments that can be done with candy and common household items. When we heard that Candy Experiments was becoming a book, we knew it would be cool. What we didn’t expect was that we would learn so much! Candy Experiments uses the funnest sweet substances in the world to teach some serious scientific concepts. These kid-friendly lessons are sure to...
Candy Photo Contest Winners
The results are in! Thank you to everyone who submitted photos to the CandyFavorites.com Candy Photo Contest.
Grand Prize: Karen R. - $100 Sweet Certificate
First Runner Up: Kristi F. - $50 Sweet Certificate
2nd Runner Up: Joe C. - $50 Sweet Certificate
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4th Runner Up: Seiichi S. - $50 Sweet Certificate
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CandyFavorites.com Photo Contest
A new and improved CandyFavorites.com is on its way! We're working on a website redesign that will make your CandyFavorites.com experience easier and more fun than ever! CandyFavorites.com will be more fun than ever! Quickly find your favorite Candies Shop Retro Candy by Decade Learn about the history of candy Get help putting together a candy buffet Find out about new and limited-edition products Make secure online purchases Enter Contests Enjoy Free Shipping Submit Your Photo for a Chance to Win A new website needs fresh photos! We couldn't think of a better way to add fun and quirky...
New Products from Jelly Belly
In the market for some magic beans? You're in luck! Fee - Fi - Fo - Fum Beans have long outgrown the beanstalk fad and have even begun to take a stand against "bean bullying" tactics such as baking, refrying, slow-cooking, and buttering. They've moved on to new, exciting, and more diversified endeavors in the 21st century. At the forefront of innovation, Jelly Belly has long held the throne as champion of jelly-bean deliciousness. And as humble servants of jelly-filled royalty, CandyFavorites.com is here to champion the lastest thrilling new lines of Jelly Belly products. Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy Everyone...
Sweet on Mad Men
This Sunday, Mad Men is coming back for season six. Whether you’re gathering with friends for the big show or snuggling up solo to view your guilty pleasure, there are preparations to be made. You’ve acquired a snazzy vest and equally dapper fedora. You’ve printed out all of the appropriate cocktail or mocktail recipes. You’ve listened to some Billy Page, Dusty Springfield, or Nancy Sinatra. And you’ve got the candy. You did get all the right 1960’s retro candy, didn’t you? Well, if you have not yet set yourself up with yummy, relevant, retro candy, then we have some treats...
Roses are Red...
Lots of things are red! Roses are also expensive and short lived, and they don't taste very good. Let's tackle these issues one at a time, shall we? Price (Reality) Check It's common knowledge that the price of flowers skyrockets around Valentine's Day... especially red roses. It doesn't seem fair to take advantage of those who are trying to express some love to one another. Talk about hypocrisy! Candy doesn't play dirty like that. Our prices are the same every day, no matter what time of the year you want candy or what color you're looking for. Life Expectency When...
Tonight You’ll Stuff Some Stockings Like It’s 2012
The holidays are coming. Budgets are tight. The members of our gift lists who are the most difficult to buy for tend to be the ones we spend the most money on. Then, those same people are the ones who are least likely to like what you got them! This year, don’t spend so much time, energy, and money on uncertain gifts that make you resent your loved ones. There’s a simple solution that allows you to give a little of everything. Who can't help but appreciate a creative gift? (People who deserve to be on your naughty list and...
Who can give away free candy?
Candy Favorites can! Experience the Joy of This... Big, unruly mobs aren't for everyone. But sometimes they're impossible to avoid when it comes to holiday gift shopping. And nothing predicates pandemonium like when a candy company neatly tucks mysterious “yellow vouchers” inside of the carefully packed candies of unsuspecting (but oh-so-hopeful) consumers! Combine both of those situations and you run the risk of absolute mahem. So what happens when you love gift-giving, candy contests, and the holidays, but don't enjoy mahem? Are you out of luck? Of course not! We have a solution for that... We’ve devised the perfect...
Weekend Contest Winners
Hello, friends! A big THANK YOU goes out to everyone who submitted stories about holiday traditions that revolve around their favorite seasonal candies. It's amazing what an important role Ribbon Candy plays in American Christmas celebrations! Brach's products feature prominently as well (of course). But though we received enough submissions to adorn quite a handsome tree, there are just two winners. The winners of this particular contest are: Dabean and Pam B. A $25 Sweet Certificate will be delivered to each winner. If you're a winner, you'll also be notified by email. Thanks again to everyone for sharing your...
Have a Sweet Cyber Monday!
If you've been browsing deals online all day today, I'll bet you wish you'd ordered some sweets in the time leading up to this shopping smorgasbord. Favorite candies (especially the seasonal ones) can brighten any day, but especially those filled with multitasking and hiding your non-work browser windows. If you've waited for Cyber Monday to order hard-to-find traditional candies, we've got something sweet in our online candy store for you. Get FREE CANDY, too! TODAY ONLY (11/26/2012) use these coupon codes to get dollars off your order, FREE shipping, and FREE Arnold's old-fashioned Peppermint Puffs. These nostalgic retro candies will...
The Surprising History of Candy Corn
This candy history blog post is brought to you courtesy of guest blogger Esther of Why’d You Eat That? These days, candy corn is a given when it comes to Halloween. You see it at every party, in every store window display, and eat it by the handful while driving home from a really depressing day at the office only to discover stray kernels months later. What I’m saying is candy corn has become kind of commonplace. It’s become expected, really. But that hasn’t always been the case. Candy corn used to be an exciting innovation. I know, right? Candy...
The Top 20 Worst Halloween Treats
As candy specialists, we know a lot of things about a lot of candies, and Halloween candy is one of our specific specialties. There’s a lot you can do right when it comes to pleasing trick-or-treaters. Unique treats, popping candies, sour powders, and candy-toy novelties are all a good bet. When in doubt, stick to the classic candy bars that are just plain yummy. Despite good intentions, some treat-givers still manage to raise the ire of oodles of little ghouls each year. And take it from the experts – you best not mess with a gaggle of ghastly ghosts To...
The Best Trick-Avoiding Halloween Treats
When costumed critters are creeping about creating a multitude of midnight mischief, the best defense is a good offense. Send the naughtiest neighborhood knuckleheads smiling through the streets, shouting your praises. The best way to keep the TP off your house, the post-its off your car, and your pumpkins in one piece is to earn a reputation for great treats. Sure, every Halloween brings new kinds of candy, and some of them are great. But we’ve compiled for you a list of always awesome, not-to-be-missed, change-your-costume-and-come-back-for-more candies that are tried, tested, and been proven to pass the test. Full Size...
Our Vegan Candy Inspiration
Being in the online candy business means that we get to connect with all sorts of interesting people around the world. But sometimes the best connections happen right in our own neighborhood. In constantly striving to make our site better and easier to shop, we found ourselves in need of some dietary expertise. Enter Rebecca Gilbert… a former competitive figure skater, founder of Yummy Plants, and advocate of a whole, plant-based diet with a self-admitted sweet tooth. Rebecca was a featured speaker at the 2012 New York City Vegetarian Festival and the 2012 Vegetarian Summerfest in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. She’s helped...
Sweet Tooth Contest: Winners Announced
Teaming up with author and blogger Kate Hopkins has been a sweet experience indeed. We received some of the greatest candy stories ever as part of this contest. It's amazing -- candy really does tug at the heartstrings and preserve memories for a great many of us. Thank you for all of your anecdotes about what candy means to you. Another thing that creates great memories is winning! So let's get to it. The winners of our Sweet Tooth Contest and their prizes are: Signed Copy of Sweet Tooth: The Bittersweet History of Candy Donna Huff Natalie J Vandenberghe Marianne...
Red, White & Blue Candy
It's easy to overlook amongst the sweet corn, watermelon, and barbecue of summer, but Patriotic Candy is an integral part of the American tradition. As July 4th approaches, make sure to stick a pin in all your colorful ideas for later this year. Executive Jelly Beans One of the most incredible stories in American candy history is that of the Blueberry Jelly Belly. When he was governor of California, Ronald Reagan developed quite a love for pectin jelly beans. Around the time of Reagan's inauguration, Jelly Bellies only came in red, yellow, white, orange, and black. The Blueberry Jelly Belly...
Margarita's, Bassett Licorice Allsorts Story
Licorice Allsorts have been a classic for many generations! We stumbled across this charming review on CandyFavorites.com and had to include it on the blog. Being surrounded by candy, I often forget just how much joy our products can bring! Here's wishing candy lovers around the globe a happy, healthy holiday! Cheers, Jon H.PRINCE President AND NOW THE STORY ABOUT LICORICE ALLSORTS SHARED WITH US BY ONE OF OUR LOYAL CUSTOMERS... I was a child refugee in England in 1937 from the revolution going on in Spain At that time I was six years of age. Two years later in...
Vote for Us in the Pittsburgh Social Madness Contest!
Hello, all you fans of retro candy and sugary sweets! We need your help! CandyFavorites.com is one of just 100 Pittsburgh area companies to be accepted into the local round of Social Madness. Let’s cut to the chase – we want your votes! This nationwide social media competition pits companies all over the U.S. against each other to hash out who has the most social media prowess. The contest will take place in 3 rounds. Each time we advance to the next round, we’ll deliver an amazing special sale to all our social media fans, followers, and readers. At the...
Meet The Radz and other fun candy characters!
Radz is all about making candy fun, and a big part of that is our collection of colorful Radz characters. Meet Twig, Scorch, Antic, Max and Bubbs! They’ve each got their own personalities. We like to think of them as your typical group of friends, each with their own passions and quirks. We’ve got Twig, the outdoorsman. And Scorch, the extreme sports loving “bro.” There’s Antic, the prankster of the group. Max is the traveler, ever on the go. And finally, there’s Bubbs, the loyal buddy always ready to lend a hand. We’ve taken a lot of care getting to...
Farewell to Brach's Neapolitan Sundaes
Brach's Neapolitan Coconut Sundaes are classic candies that imitate a Neapolitan ice cream sundae. They were among the original candies offered by Brach's, and have always been made from real coconut. We're sad to report that Brach's Neapolitan Coconut Sundaes will be discontinued in June of 2012. We've got them in stock (and on sale!) so if these are your kryptonite, it's time to place your order, warm up your time machine, and send some to your future self. Outsmart Those Neapolitan Nabbers Sure, some people just like coconut. But others among us have more important reasons for loving Brach's...
Sweet Tooth by Kate Hopkins
Our latest guest writer deserves a grander-than-usual introduction. Kate Hopkins is the celebrated author of the book Sweet Tooth: The Bittersweet History of Candy, released this year by St. Martin’s Press. A few weeks back, we asked her to write a bit about her new book, as well as share her perspective on candy. Never one to miss a chance to talk about candy, she took us up on the offer. There is a "thing" about candy which most of us fans are aware of, but to which we rarely put words. In the course of my travels in writing...
Brach's Around the Clock
Every once in a while, we get the opportunity to share something especially great with our customers. Sure, we hook people up with their favorite candies and help them relive childhood moments of sugary bliss. And we get to surprise both kids and adults with prizes in our candy contests. But none of that compares with our one-of-a-kind promotions. Passing on the Savings This week (the first week of May, 2012), we get to extend something really special to our loyal customers and all the Brach's enthusiasts out there -- a Brach's event. We've received a huge shipment of Brach's...
Earth Day Nostalgic Candy Winners
Thanks to everyone for sharing your memories! Since nostalgic retro candy is one of our favorite topics, this was a particularly fun contest. We hope that you'll share your candy anecdotes with us any time they cross your mind. But now that the deadline for submissions has passed, it's time to announce some winners. So without further ado... The winners of the Earth Day Candy Giveaway are: Nicole (who misses Peanut Butter Bars) Katherine (who loves tiny Chiclets) Winners will be notified by email or personal Facebook message, depending on how they submitted their entries. (Nicole and Katherine, watch for...
Earth Day Candy Giveaway
Earth Day is all about saving, and we think it's important to save your favorite candies from extinction. Over the years, so many delicious, ingenious candies have gone the way of the dinosaurs. We can't take our favorite candy for granted, or we may never see it again. In the spirit of conservation, we're giving away some great nostalgic candy prizes. It's our way of spreading the love of retro candies and making sure that future generations get to enjoy the same flavors we savor today. To enter, share your favorite memory of an already extinct candy. Or tell us...
Mike and Ike are Splitting Up!
Mike and Ike Pursue Solo Careers It's summer in March, the Mayan calendar is ending, and the most famous duo in the history of candy is parting ways. Get ready for an interesting ride from the people who brought you Peeps. Just Born is about to take Mike and Ike (you know, the Mike & Ike) on an outrageous adventure. And you'll get to learn a lot more about who they are and what they're all about! Enough with the chocolate mascots, already. Mike and Ike are real...well...we don't know what they are. But we do know that they're real...
Trident & Stride Contest Winners
Hello to all you candy lovers out there! This weekend we hosted a giveaway featuring prizes from Trident and Stride. The entries, which now appear on product listings throughout our site, were entertaining and interesting as usual.
We’re happy to announce the winners of the $25 Visa gift cards and Trident & Stride gift packs. (Contest winners will also be notified by email.)
And the winners are:
Melanie (taunton…)
Marcy (marcyatro…)
Watch out for more contests on the way.
Perhaps a springtime scavenger hunt is in order…
Vintage Gourmet Easter Chocolates
When I was growing up, the one thing that outlasted anything else from my Easter basket was that one bunny. It was always the biggest, most solid bunny, and it always had round, sugary eyes. Most of the time, there was even an element of colored chocolate. Weeks after Easter, I’d finally start pulling that guy out of the freezer. First I’d break off the ears (and the eyes, of course). Next time, I’d hit it on the counter or drop it on the floor, hoping the base would break off. Then the middle part would provide two or three...
Candy Review Contest Winners
Who wouldn't want to win free candy? We've heard that a lot over the last few days. We don't have an answer to that one, but we did hear from some people who REALLY DO want to win. We heard some seriously funny stories about candy, and learned that some candies are more "favorited" than others. Thanks to everyone who entered for submitting such great reviews. The two reviewers who are each entitled to a $25 Sweet Certificate are: Jaynestampsalot/BJStamper Warren W. Keep Trying! To everyone else, the chances to win don't end here. We'll be giving away a $10...
$50 Candy Contest Winner
This has been our best contest ever. Reading the reasons we should choose each of you to win had us laughing and crying. There were so many great responses that we eventually had to just narrow down the finalists and pick a name at random.Watch movie online The Transporter Refueled (2015) And so, without further ado, the winner is: Mary Ann Wentzel We’ve learned a lot about our customers over the past few days. Many of you feel really sentimental about Brach’s candy. Some are fueled by sweets every single day (and nobody’d better get between you and your candy)....
Win $50 Worth of Free Candy
Why should you win a $50 Sweet Certificate from CandyFavorites.com?
Are you our biggest fan? A candy fanatic? Does someone you love deserve a treat? Maybe you can tell the funniest candy story ever.
Just comment on this post telling us why you should be the one to win. One lucky winner will receive a $50 Sweet Certificate absolutely FREE! We'll announce the winner on Monday, February 27th.
King Size Candy Bars: Is Less More?
This week, it's big news that Mars, Inc. will be limiting the portion size of its products to 250 calories or less. The world has begun mourning the death of the King Size Snickers. If you need to stock up before your favorites disappear forever, check out our King Size Candy Bar section. Controlling Portions Some candy bars will get smaller. But this doesn't necessarily mean only small packs will be available. The word "portion" seems to be important here. Take a King Size Snickers. There are actually three portions in there, but eating them that way isn't so realistic,...
A History of Cherry Cordials for Valentine's Day
When we think of cherry cordials now, we think of chocolate-covered cherries filled with a sweet syrup. However, the cordial reaches a bit farther back than the tasty treats we associate with the holiday season. The word “cordial” contains the word “cor,” which means “heart” in Latin. As a noun, cordial can mean medicine or medicinal food or drink and the cordial was originally used as a type of medical tonic. Cordials were believed to stimulate the heart and therefore improve circulation. The medicinal use of the cordial continued until the 1400’s when it arrived in England. They were “taken”...
Candy Contest Winners: Conversation Hearts
Over the weekend, we announced a Free Candy Contest on our email list. Now it's time to pick some winners.
Chocolate Conversation Hearts go to: Susan Bucolic
Dazzled Tart Conversation Hearts go to: Ryan Errico
Conversation Hearts en Español go to: We don't know yet!
Second Chance Drawing!
Check it out! Believe it or not, no one submitted an entry for our case of Spanish Conversation Hearts. They're still up for grabs. For your chance to win, visit our Candy Contests Facebook Tab and submit the entry form.
Brach's Puts the Happy in Your Easter
We know. It's early. But we have the most interesting and scrumptious-looking array of Easter Candy, and we figured you might as well have dibs on it! I keep walking past the stack of Reese's Peanut Butter Bunnies and thinking, "Who wouldn't want one of those?!" But there's some specific candy in particular that I want you to know about. What would Easter be without Brach's? After all they're the ones who taught the world about the circle of chocolatey-marshmallow life. You know the story. In magical springtime moments, marshmallow chickens sometimes fall into chocolate puddles. Then they lay chocolate-covered...
Candy Giveaway Winner: 5-lb. Hershey Bar
This weekend in our CandyFavorites Newsletter, we gave customers the chance to win the World's Largest Hershey Bar. It's a 2-foot-long, 5-pound plank of Hershey's Original Milk Chocolate.
And the winner is:
Pamela Pollock of Slippery Rock, PA
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Get Creative with Candy this Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is kind of a polarizing holiday. Young lovers love it, and lonely curmudgeons hate it. And so do a lot of normal people. The legendary stories that inspired the celebration vary widely, and the only really clear thing is that people have been getting romantic once a year for centuries. But a holiday about love in the middle of winter makes sense. Celebrating loved ones might be the best thing to do when you've been stuck inside with them for months. Just imagine what it would be like if you shared a hovel with them. Or a Conestoga...
Keep Your New Year's Resolution
Well, we're two weeks into 2012. Those lifestyle-change commitments should still be fresh in your mind. And we want to help make them happen. A candy company might be the last place you'd look for ways to make your New Year's resolution a reality. But we're here to help you with everything candy related, and this is no exception. Sure, if you treat it the wrong way, candy can be the reason behind your New Year's resolution. But when respected as the perfect motivator kids around the world know it to be, candy can drive you to do just about...
A Candy Christmas Wish Come True
Being in the candy business is a lot of fun. We often get to connect people with candies they've loved and lost. Each holiday brings a wave of exhilaration at being part of something joyful. But every once in a while, we're fortunate that our work allows us to do something really cool. Just before Christmas this year, an email from a drowsy dad gave us just that kind of opportunity. Nearly every young child has their favorite thing -- some item they hold on to for comfort throughout their early years. For one boy, it was a soft yellow...
A Sweet Candy Store with Free Shipping
Thanks to social media, we've been connecting with lots of new friends and followers lately. It's nice to meet you! Since those new to us might not know what we're all about, we'd like to fill you in on how things work around here. Nostalgic Candy Our company has been around (and in the family) for over 80 years. We're more than a little bit sentimental about candy. After all, we think about it all the time. To us, the value of candy lies in a simpler time, when things moved more slowly and moments were meaningful. The old-fashioned candies...
Candy: Making Christmas More Cheerful
Entertaining guests is an integral part of the holiday season. Whether you plan elaborate get-togethers or get caught off guard by spontaneous drop-ins, your unused chairs and "nice" dishes are bound to get some play before the end of the year. I recently discovered a time-tested strategy for making all this visiting easier -- one that seems to have been forgotten along the way by generation X. Pam Knows What's Up It's very simple. Put candy all over your house. I'm not kidding. As an eater of salad in lieu of dessert, I am the last person who ever expected...
Belsnickel or There's Candy in My Shoes
Interested in celebrating yet another holiday between Thanksgiving and Christmas? Need a distraction from your kids' constant countdown? Belsnickel Day is the perfect opportunity to practice your early-morning home-videography skills and encourage children to keep the pre-holiday tantrums to a minimum. Christmas...Before Christmas A few of us graced with the good fortune of growing up in rural German Pennsylvania towns know the joy of a little early Christmas visit. On the evening of December 6th, we put our shoes (one pair apiece, of course) next to the front door. In the morning, they'd most likely be full of candy treats...
2011 Christmas Candy Stocking Stuffers
It's 2011, folks, and preparing for the holidays isn't what it used to be. Black Friday is starting on Thursday, and stores explode into Christmas mode as they take down their Halloween decor. Thankfully, online shopping has become much simpler and more secure, so you don't even have to set foot in a mall. (Speaking of which, you can sign up for our email newsletter to make sure you receive our Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals!) Each year, stocking stuffer options get more interesting and impressive. Stockings provide a great opportunity to impress your loved ones when they least...
Candy Canes - 2011 Edition
I know that I'm about to give everyone whiplash, but it's true. The moment you finish off your Halloween candy, you run smack into the Christmas season. Well, Halloween has come and gone, and we're seeing far fewer hours of daylight. It's time to think about hibernation. There's one little Christmas detail you can take care of now to brighten the holidays. As you stock up for the next snowpocalypse, take a moment and order your Candy Canes. A Candy Cane Craze Each year, the holidays creep in earlier and earlier. Before I worked at a candy company, I did...
Brach's Christmas Nougats
They say that variety is the spice of life. Well, Brach's is delivering a variety of spices with its new lineup of holiday nougats. Okay...so they're mostly mints. But you get the idea. You might remember Christmas Nougats from going "treeing" at other people's houses. They have these tiny little trees in the middle, and you can't help but try and bite around the candy just so, in an effort to free the tree from a forest of nougat. And then, when you fail, you can't help but try again. Over the years, I wiled away many hours this way,...
Candy 1 to 20 Contest - The Winners
We want to send a big "Thank You" out to everyone who submitted their candy stories during our Candy 1 to 20 Contest. We received stories that were funny, touching, nostalgic, and creative, all about learning with candy. It's clear that candy certainly is a great motivator, and that the ways to use it are endless. Check out the stories on the original post. And the Winners Are... Owen Brelsford Candace Retka P. Chatwin Matthew Keller Kasee Johnson Each winner will win a signed copy of the book "Candy 1 to 20" from Chronicle Books. Watch out in the...
Our blogger Hannah's Take on the Top Ten Halloween Candies
Trick-or-treating was one of my favorite things when I was younger. Even better, I loved returning and trading all my favorite candies with my friends. I would always trade certain candies for others, trying to create the best bag of candy. However, I’m unsure if my taste aligns with the most popular Halloween candies, as reported by Thrillist. Candy is highly subjective as everyone has their own personal preferences but, as you will see, my allegiance always lies with Reese's and their beloved, fabled combination of Peanut Butter and Milk Chocolate Reese’s Cups I give this ranking a 10/10. Reese's...
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Harry Potter Chocolate Frogs
I had the unexpected pleasure of meeting some reps from Jelly Belly a few days ago. What wonderful people! And they left behind a single Harry Potter Chocolate Frog for my own personal enjoyment. It's the Crispy One, Not the Giant One I've of course been incredibly curious about these. The giant version available at Honeydukes at Universal Studios has gotten a lot of coverage. But those reviews have been mixed -- raving about the packaging and size of the frog, but mostly meh on the flavor and quality of the chocolate. Well, I don't know who makes those, but...
Candy 1 to 20 Contest
Candy Favorites is delighted to be partnering with Chronicle Books to announce the release of Candy 1 to 20. This colorful new board book, published by Chronicle Books, uses vibrant photos of classic candies to teach basic counting skills. To celebrate Candy 1 to 20, we'll be giving away 5 copies of the book. Each of them is signed by the author! To enter, just share your experience of candy as a teaching tool. Did you learn probability through the colors of M&M's? Are you a teacher who uses the squares of Hershey Bars to teach fractions? Or was your...
Why Atkinson's Peanut Butter Bars?
Do you crave peanut butter? Do you hoard peanut-butter-filled wonders in your freezer? Do you keep some in the fridge to ensure suitable textures for all nature of cravings? Have the mothers of children screamed at you for the trail of allergen-rife wrappers you leave in your wake? I understand. Peanut Butter Candy is not the most socially approved preoccupation. You can't just go around eating most candies filled with peanut butter all the time. It's rude to steal them from your co-workers. It's greasy and melty and will do terrible things to your body. So the only real options...
Arrrr! It's Talk Like a Pirate Day!
Avast there, matey! It be International Talk Like a Pirate Day! Nay better way t' celebrate than wi' The Mariner's Revenge Song (The video! Press Play!). By command of Ye Olde Gangsta Name Generator, Candy Favorites be answerin' to the name Cap'n Pete Bluebeard fer a day. If ye' be lookin' fer pirate booty on these high seas, ye be weildin' yer keyboard smartly! Cap'n Pete's got no rum to spare fer yellow-bellied bilge-rats like you. We pick our crew by the cut of their jib! The decks need swabbin', so start loadin' up this loot befittin' of a pox-faced...
It's Candy-Corn Season!
It's amazing that, at the same time, we're enjoying the final luscious corn cobs of summer and gearing up for Halloween. We know -- you don't want to talk about the end of summer. But Halloween is a guilty pleasure of a holiday that marks the kickoff of celebration season. And to better prepare you for stocking up on the "fruitcake of Halloween," we offer our guide to classic and contemporary candy corns. Traditional Brach's Candy Corn Brach's is the only classic candy-corn flavor that's true to tradition. This is the kind of corn you remember from your childhood (you...
Top Halloween Candies 2011
The task of collecting the annual “Halloween Stash” is a tough one, we know. You want to be the best on the block – the most popular house, the one the kids change their masks and come back to, the one they talk about the next day. We at Candy Favorites know how it feels to achieve that honor (after all, we do have access to about 3,000 kinds of candy). So we’ve compiled a list of our favorites to help you achieve similar glory. We invite you to share your success (or horror) stories in the comments. After all,...
How to Buy Happiness with Brachs Mellowcreme Pumpkins
It's Mellowcreme Pumpkin season. The stampede commenceth! Not since the (now long past) beginning of Cadbury Mini Egg Season have specific-seasonal-candy fanatics been faced with such great opportunity. But with great potential for joy comes the threat of another year of strife! The time for Brachs Mellowcreme Pumpkin aficionados to act is now. Thanks to CandyFavorites, you can stock up on Brachs Mellowcreme Pumpkins now. You can have them delivered to your door or directly to the person who hides secret deliveries for you. And you can receive them in a rare and profoundly satisfying 5-lb shipment. Don't count on...
Share your SWEETEST MEMORY and enter our contest to win $150 worth of FREE CANDY!
Share with us your SWEETEST memory and you can win a $150 SWEETCERTIFICATE Candy is as much a part of our American culture as hamburgers, jazz, and baseball. Since so many of our sweet memories include candy, we decided to pitch a contest to see to who has the best one to tell. Do you remember the first time you had Pop Rocks? Did your grandmother make a bad day better with caramel creams? Did your toddler stash all the Marshmallow Peeps in her diaper to keep her siblings from getting any? We know you’ve got something worth sharing....
Shopping by DECADES is a NEW way to shop for RETRO CANDY
Shopping by DECADES is a NEW way to shop for Old Fashioned Retro Candy and our Confectionary Timeline is a great place to learn about the history of candy! There's something about old fashioned candy that immediately transports everyone with a demanding sweet tooth back to the days of picking out their favorite treat at the corner store. CandyFavorites.com specializes in reviving sweet memories with the internet’s largest selection of retro candy. In fact, browsing through our site is much like taking a quick lesson in the history of candy. Most candy connoisseurs have a definite product in mind...
How to safely ship your favorite candies in hot weather!
It's beastly hot and below are a few tips for how you can enjoy candy in hot weather! The past week has seen record hot temperatures throughout the United States and while few things are better than warm sunny weather, it can pose a challenge when shipping perishable candies. We suggest that you purchase at least one ice pack for each candy purchased and you may want to invest in a protective thermo case to further safeguard and insulate your purchase. Please note that the thermocase will not cool your product unless you add ice packs... Ice packs will...
National Lollipop Day is July 20th!
National Lollipop Day is July 20th! The 4th of July, President’s Day and Labor Day fills the calendar and provides an extra day off for most workers but for sheer fun and entertainment, the favorite has to be National Lollipop Day which occurs yearly on the 20th of July. Why not have a Lollipop Party and treat all the kids to their choice of cool and fun lollipops. Start them out with Charms Blow Pops in the amazing Black Cherry flavor then introduce them to the sweet treat of heart shaped lollipops. Provide goody bags filled with nothing but...
A Trail of Candy
I love this photo. Other than being appealing simply because it is delicious fruity jelly candy, it has a shallow depth of field and enough in the foreground to give context to the main image.It also uses the rule of thirds, just like last week's photo. In addition, the human element is what makes this photo great. It gives us a sense of what it might be like to eat a long trail of candy like the guy in the picture is doing.
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A Taste of Home in Every Bite
For those of you who are keeping up, researching the new guy here, and cyber stalking me, you already know that I once took a trip to Thailand to become a Buddhist monk. It was a heck of an exciting trip to take for many reasons. However, it was not all fun and games, not that you likely expect a lot of fun and games in a Buddhist monastery. I experienced a good bit of loneliness and culture shock there, even though I was among friends and knew a good bit about the culture I was in. Something that helped...
Photo Friday: The Beauty of Candy
Candy sure can be pretty! When I was a kid I always wanted to get one of these giant lollipops. It seemed like it might last me all week, and possibly into the next. What I like about this photo most, other than it shows someone obviously enjoying candy, is the composition. The photographer uses the rule of thirds, placing the subject off-center. In addition, the subject is looking into the empty two thirds of the photo. The angle of her body creates some diagonal lines, which go counter to the lines created by the direction of her eyes. This...
Peeps: The Taste of Springtime
I don't know if it's just me, but Springtime tastes a bit like marshmallow Peeps, at least in my mind. It's hard to separate the two, since my childhood Easter memories are permanently intertwined with these little bits of deliciousness. I love this photo because of the off-center placement of the Peeps, in addition to the combination of colors. Yellow and blue go together when set off by green, at least in this picture. Beautiful Girlfriend would tell me that they complement each other or supplement or something. She's a real artist and knows this stuff. Plus she brings a...
History of the Chocolate Bunny and Where to Start Eating
According to Gourmet Live, the first American chocolate bunny was made in the mid-1840s by Whitman, but the fad did not catch on until they were mass-produced and marketed in 1916 by Bortz. The tradition of chocolate bunnies started in Germany in the early 1800s, though. Probably they were more like sinewy, gangly hares than soft cute bunnies, though. Whatever the history, you can't deny that they are an Easter classic. How do you eat them? Ears first or feet first? Back in the day when I worked at NCA we had quite a lively office debate on the topic....
Photo Friday: Gum Drops
I love gum drops and love how they look.This was a staple flavor of my childhood - gumdrops and other jelly candies, since my father had a special affinity for them. Even today I can count on a candy jar filled with spice drops or gum drops when I make the trek to Pennsylvania for a visit. What I really like about this picture is the shallow depth of field, including the very intense magnification of the sugar crystals, showing a crust of sweetness - a crystalline exoskeleton - above the soft jelly interior. This photographer really nailed it in...
For the Love of Candy
I recently shared a mango drink with a coworker and we got on the subject of sweet treats, talking about what we like as an occasional snack. She said her favorite was Snickers, one of my favorites as well. One thing I loved about working in the candy industry was the passion people have for their favorite sweets. It's not just a preference, but a real love. My friend who was talking about Snickers rolled her eyes up as she talked about it, as if she were looking into the gates of heaven itself. Her joy, even from the discussion,...
Candy for my Easter Party
Yes, I am thinking about having an Easter party this year. In the past that would have been a no-go, but this year I am open to change and thinking that maybe I will give it a whirl. After all, my seersucker suit and red bow tie missed a whole season of use last year, as I whiled away the time with other matters. I like this photo because it shows a neat way to incorporate Easter candy into a party favor arrangement. I like the little jars with pink ribbon. I don't know if I would do that myself,...
Easter Chocolates: Not Just for Easter Breakfast
When I was a kid my brother and I ate almost nothing but candy, especially the yummy Easter chocolates probably until about mid-afternoon when our mother made us put down the sweet stuff in exchange for a plate of ham or something. Really? Trade chocolate for ham? Who wants to do that? One thing I always wanted to see in my Easter basket was one of those giant chocolate bunnies like the woman in the photo has. I practically dreamt of devouring one of those, eating it feet first so it couldn't hop away. That would have been awesome. Maybe...
Photo Friday: Easter Candy and Shoes
I saw this photo in the Candy Favorites Flickr Group and was captivated by the colors. Beautiful job! I am a sucker for colors like this, as well as Easter candy. It all makes me wonder whether the shoes are as good as the jelly beans, marshmallow rope and candy-coated chocolates.
Is it lunch time yet? I am ready for a daily dose of sweet stuff!
Candy Prehistoric Egg with Gummi Dinosaur Center by Jelly Belly
I can't believe this is real. The Candy Favorites site is a great visual meal but nowhere near as good as actually having the candy in hand, or rather in mouth. I was excited to see this - a chocolate egg (perfect Easter theme, right?) with a gummi dinosaur center. I already knew Jelly Belly to be a leader in creativity in flavoring but didn't know they made things like this, which combine two great candies into one package, yet keep them separate enough to be enjoyed independently of each other. I think it's brilliant. Are these making their way...
Forget Pallet Cleanser with Jelly Mints
Forget Pallet Cleanser with these delicious Richardson's Jelly Mints Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 7 Convenience: 4 Novelty: 7 Overall: 9 “It tastes like what those valentines hearts should taste like, the perfect amount of chalkyness and sweetness and crumbles so perfectly with the slightest bite.” I couldn’t have said it better myself, my friend Conrad has a wonderful way with words. Each mint has a chewy flavored center with green ones tasting like peppermint candy canes, black ones with anise flavor, and other fruity minty blends. This is a simple yet extremely satisfying after dinner mint. It might not serve...
The Caffex Mallows Family is Creating a Buzz
The Mallows Family is Creating a Buzz Sharability: 4 Denture Danger: 7 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 9 Overall: 7 Coffee, Mocca, and Java make a marvelous mallow trio. These squares may look like brownies, but don’t let looks fool you that easily, these are cubes of gooey coffee flavored marshmallows. Substitute your morning coffee with morning candy with the same amount of caffeine, and choose between three mallow flavors; the Java which is energized with a double shot of espresso, coffee which is a double coffee boost and the mocca which is a real espresso and cocoa blast! The mocca is...
My stomach must be bigger than my eyes for the Big Tex Jumbo Jelly Bean
My stomach must be bigger than my eyes for the Big Tex Jumbo Jelly Bean Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 10 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 10 Overall: 8 Imagine a world where Jelly Beans were so big that you could not only not eat a handful at a time, but you could to take multiple satisfying bites of one jellybean. Well, as they say, if there is a will, there is a way, and the jellybeans must have eaten a bite of Alice’s cake because they have grown exponentially in size. Limey green, grapey purple, sweet vanilla white (not to be confused...
Don’t Forget About Cadbury Caramel Eggs
Cadbury Caramel Eggs are a yummy addition to the Cadbury candy lineup... Sharability: 2 Denture Danger: 7 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 8 Overall: 10 The other breed of Cadbury’s Eggs; the egg filled with caramel. Caramel, thick yet stringy; smooth yet sticky; like all things in life, the caramel inside of this milk chocolate coating is paradoxical. It is almost as stringy as the caramel inside of a Caramelo, but is much gloopier and thus leaves teeth prints when you bite into it. For those of you who prefer the less intensely sweet taste, Cadbury’s Caramel Egg will probably be more...
The Extended Eating Possibilities of the Cadbury Mini Eggs
Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 9 Overall: 10 The Cadbury Mini Egg facebook page is filled with self-proclaimed addicts of this “solid milk chocolate with crisp sugar shell” novelty. Though I thought these eggs would be inadequate because of their solid nature, thus lacking the inner gloop that makes Cadbury’s Caramel Egg and Cadbury’s Crème Egg so fun, I was creating an unnecessary expectation. Don’t let the lack of filling let you think that the mini eggs have less possibilities of variable eatability; creativity is always an option if you allow it to be. You can suck on...
Imagine: Easter Baskets Filled with Cadbury Crème Eggs
An analysis of a great Easter Candy - Cadbury Creme Eggs Sharability: 2 Denture Danger: 3 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 10 Overall: 10 Well hello again candy blog readers! I have returned back to blogging in the United States after a wild and wonderful five months in Israel where I was living on a farm learning permaculture (sustainable living). But that story is not as enticing as the Cadbury Crème egg that you patiently anticipate all year. Well you don’t have to X off any more calendar days because the Cadbury crème egg has been laid on the storefront. Thick milk...
Spice Drops Are Even More Addicting Than Dots!
Spice Drops also known as Gum Drops are a long time favorite and one of the older candies still available. Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 9 Convenience: 4 Novelty: 6 Overall: 9 These minty little gumdrops covered in shards of sugar crystals do not hold the density of other spice drops I have eaten. These spice drops are one of those candies with that perfect soft, chewy consistency. The spice drop flavors are sweet and all carry a mild kick of spice depending on the color you choose. No fruity flavors in this batch, spice drops are names as they are...
Keepin’ it Sweet and Sophisticated With Natural Vines Strawberry Licorice
Natural Vines Strawberry Licorice is a natural twist on a licorice candy classic Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 7 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 7 Overall: 8 This candy claims to be made with all natural ingredients including wheat flour, cane syrup, sugar, brown rice syrup, palm oil, malic acid, natural strawberry flavor, beet juice (a natural color), glycerin and licorice extract. They contain no artificial flavors or preservatives. The American Licorice Company has “been dedicating ourselves to the pursuit of the preeminent licorice for five generations, since 1914.” The company now satisfies the taste buds of the most sophisticated candy connoisseurs....
Brach’s Classic Jelly Bird Eggs Make Every Day Feel Like Easter
Brach's Peacock Eggs and Jelly Bird Eggs have long been Easter Classics and are considered by many to be the best jelly beans available. Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 9 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 7 Overall: 7 The Jelly Bird lays the eggs, the humans collect the eggs by the millions and put them in colorful bags to sell to more humans to enjoy. The Brach’s depiction of the Jelly Bird is seen on the front of the bag of eggs and it isn’t what I would expect a Jelly Bird to look like. The elusive egg layer looks more like a...
CandyFavorites introduces a newly redesigned site!
CandyFavorites is proud to announce the launch of our newly designed, state of the art, website! Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) 11 January 2011 -- CandyFavorites.com, the Internet's oldest and largest online candy store, has launched a redesigned website incorporating advanced online ordering, live chat, a visual search engine and an enhanced retro design that pays tribute to American candy history. "We're creating an online experience for candy lovers that goes beyond commerce," says Jon H.Prince, President, "our goal is to provide a single destination for candy education, the purchase of everyone's favorite candies and to pay tribute to an industry that...
The Elusive Caramel Tootsie Roll Pop
Sharability: 1 Denture Danger: 9 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 9 Overall: 10 I predict that this Limited Edition Caramel Tootsie Roll Pop won’t be limited for long. The caramel flavor is perfect for the Tootsie Roll Pop and I am just wondering what took them so long to create this flavor.In my humble opinion the caramel flavor is the tastiest flavor of all Tootsie Roll Pops. I noticed that I don’t usually look at the Tootsie Roll Pop wrapper. Since I was treating this as a new candy I took a gander at the wrapper and there is a lot going...
Halloween Candy Radio Interview
Halloween is the biggest holiday in the candy world. And candy is a huge part of the celebration for millions of kids and adults. That kind of attention will create rumors, misconceptions, and curiosity about anything. No one knows more about candy than Jon Prince, the Founder of Candy Favorites. So to answer those burning Halloween candy questions, he popped in to the Warren Pierce Show on WJR Radio in Detroit. Just hit the Green Play Button below to listen in. [dewplayer:Listen to Halloween Candy Interview
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The Inconspicuous French Burnt Peanuts
The Inconspicuous French Burnt Peanuts Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 8 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 7 Overall: 7 Judging by the name of this candy combined with the aesthetics, I would say that the French have an odd peanut burning procedure. The peanuts in this candy seem to be more-so coated in a lumpy red sugary shell than burnt in any way, but the taste tells another story. I think that these peanuts have not only been disguised as some sort of geological unit from Mars, but the peanut inside definitely tastes burnt. The French must have found a way inside of...
Eat Cinnamon Bears and Chew Away Cares
Cinnamon Bears are one of our best selling unwrapped bulk candies and nothing beats their spicy flavor! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 10 Convenience: 7 Novelty: 6 Overall: 7 I have eaten cinnamon bears in the past and they have not been quite the same as these. To be honest, I thought I had already written a blog on the cinnamon bears that I had eaten in the past, but I guess that was one of those candies that I just ate without writing a blog… oops. Since this is the second kind of cinnamon bear that I’ve eaten, it’s virtually...
Zotz Shocks Lots
Zotz Candy are a retro favorite and their sour, fizzy center is sure to surprise and delight! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 2 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 9 Overall: 10 I had never heard of this Zotz candy before so I was a bit wary at first glance. The package looks quite generic, each individually wrapped piece of hard candy simply says “Zotz Grape” or lemon, cherry, apple, watermelon or orange. Upon looking it through the technological wizardry of the boundless internet I was surprised to find out that these Zotz weren’t the new school candy I expected, I was about to...
Sno Caps of Milk Chocolate Non Pareils are "without equal"!
Sno Caps or mini milk chocolate nonpareils are mini mountains of chocolate guaranteed to please! Sharability: 9 Denture Danger: 2 Convenience: 3 Novelty: 5 Overall: 7 This dark chocolate dome shaped candy with little white beads of sugar coating the top is known by many as, the snowcap. The snowflakes of sugar and starch are what are called non pareils, in French meaning, “Without Equal.” The Non Pareils really make this simple disc of chocolate into a marketable product. Just like every kid pumps adrenaline for sprinkles on his/her ice cream, people love sugar sprinkle beads on their chocolate. For...
All we are saying is Give Brachs Lemon Drops a chance
We offer many varieties of Lemon Drops including the hard to find ones made by Brachs. Whatever you choose, you are sure to find the tart flavor refreshing! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 8 (unless you can resist the chew) Convenience: 3 Novelty: 5 Overall: 7.5 I have had a strange experience with this Brach's Lemon Drop. When I first began tasting the sandpaper texture across my tongue I couldn’t wait to begin a rant about bashing that you will see in a later blog on a candy that deserves it. As I patiently gave the candy another chance, my opinion...
Hershey Kisses… A Yummy Collection created by Zoe Raucher!
It started in 2005 on Halloween night when I saw that my trick-or-treat bucket was mainly filled up with Hershey kisses. I only knew of one flavor… the original milk chocolate. Then I started thinking of all of the flavors of kisses that the Hershey Company could make. I discovered that there were Hershey's kisses with different wrappers as I dug deeper down into my bucket. I had gotten about four kisses with different wrappers. I soon found out that the different wrapper colors stood for different flavors. I decided to start collecting them, so I went down the candy...
Candy Blox: Build and Eat, it Can’t Be Beat
Candy Blox are ideal for any budding architect or for anyone who enjoys playing with Lego's! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 3 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 9 Overall: 7 I know that one of my favorite activities as a child was building with LEGOs. With a box of LEGOs the possibilities were endless. You could make any type of house or boat or spaceship and play with it and modify it in any way. Now you can not only stack your LEGO shaped blocks, but you can eat them too! The blocks come in different colors and thus different flavors and they...
Stretchy, Sticky, Sugary Sweet Sour Punch Straws
Stretchy, Sticky, Sugary Sweet Sour Punch Straws Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 7 Convenience: 4 Novelty: 6 Overall: 6 Sour Punch Straws have always caught my eye as a candy that I look forward to eating, but the actual act of eating the sour straws is never quite what my mind worked it up to be. When I bite into the jelly straws covered in sour sugar I feel it in my teeth. I don’t know if it is the abundance of sugar or the texture or what, but biting into the sour straws hurts my teeth. When a candy is...
Chill Out with Angel Mints
Chill Out With Angel Mints Sharability: 2 Denture Danger: 2 Convenience: 9 Novelty: 10 Overall: 10 These Angel Mints really do seem to come from heaven. Not only does the smooth peppermint taste complement the airy melt in your mouth consistency of this chalky cylinder, but it has also been categorized as providing palliative therapy. Palliative therapy is not a way to provide a cure for any diseases or disorders, but instead is used to enhance the quality of life and to provide comfort to patients. Other forms of palliative therapy are humor, massages, aromatherapy, and anything that helps to...
Peanut Butter M&M’s Melt More Magically Than Most M&M’s
Peanut Butter M&M's were designed with candy lovers in mind as who can resist the great taste of America's most beloevd chocolate candy combined with creamy peanut butter? It's a match made in candy heaven! Sharability: 7 Denture Danger: 1 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 7 Overall: 10 Peanut Butter M&M’s are a breed of their own. A small glob of peanut butter is covered in M&M’s melty milk chocolate and the hard candy shell allows it to keep its shape. This type of M&M is relatively new. It was introduced in 1990 about 50 years after the original M&M hit the...
Black Taffy Is the Black Jack Throwback
Black Taffy Is the Black Jack Throwback Sharability: 9 Denture Danger: 10 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 9 Overall: 9 Primrose Candy Company’s Black Taffy is not what you might expect. For starters, the candy itself has only an accent of black color. This is a salt water taffy type candy, but every pieces holds the unmistakable flavor of black licorice. The candy itself is aesthetically pleasing, a peach colored ring around a black center and dash of red coloring on the side. Some might see this black taffy and think, “Oh, Black Jack! I remember that classic candy!” The original Black...
These Tootsie Roll Vanilla Flavored Midgees Will Only Be Around For A Brief Moment of Existence
Vanilla Tootsie Rolls are a "Limited Edition" yet are one of the most sought after candies! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 9 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 8 Overall: 8 In a world where communities strive to represent diversity, candy companies seem to do the same. These Tootsie Rolls are what one might call the Caucasian candy of the community. This limited edition candy receives a thumbs up and a cheesy smile from me, as it succeeds in being sweet and vanillay. As in most situations, where there is chocolate, there is also vanilla, and Tootsie Roll wouldn’t be the one to put...
The Zero Bar is far from a Zero!
The Zero Bar is a candy with a long history as it was first introduced in the 1930's by Hollywood Candy Company but it now owned by Hershey Foods. This wrapper , circa early 1930's, is very rare as it shows a Polar Bear! The Zero Bar is not your average candy bar as it is a candy with a history spanning over 70 years! It was first introduced in the 1920's by the now defunct Hollywood Brands Candy Company and is now owned by Hershey Foods although this transition took place over many years and included many owners in...
Milky Way Simply Caramel offers a totally Caramel experience
In 1923, the first chocolate candy bar with a filled center was introduced and it was called Milky Way. In 2010, this iconic candy bar has a new relative called Milky Way Simply Caramel which is a great tasting candy bar aimed at lovers of Caramel Candies... Did you know that the first chocolate bar with a filled center was the beloved Milky Way bar, made by Mars, which was created by Frank Mars in 1923. However consistent this candy bar has remained for over 87 years, it is important to note that note all Milky Way bars are created...
Dark Chocolate Clark Bars - A history of a classic candy bar revisted!
Clark Bars have a unique place in Pittsburgh history and were invented in McKeesport where our candy warehouse has been located since 1927! The new Dark Chocolate Clark Bar is a truly delicious twist on an old classic! The former pride of Pittsburgh and McKeesport , the beloved Clark Bar, has just released a All Natural Dark Chocolate version which is truly a unique twist on one of the best tasting candy bars available In case you are not familiar with Clark Bars, they are a candy bar consisting of a honeycomb peanut butter crisp center with a rich milk...
I’m in Love With Mary Jane(s)
This is a paper cut out advertisement for Mary Janes and one of the oldest candy advertisements in our collection! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 10 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 10 Overall: 9 I'm in love with Mary Jane. She's my main thing. She makes me feel alright. She makes my heart sing. This Mary Jane I am referring to could be Spiderman’s woman or a certain plant, but instead it is NECCO’s classic peanut buttery, molasses flavored, chewy rectangle. It all began with Charles H. Miller and his three sons. The Millers started a small candy manufacturing business in Boston in...
Get Your Extra Energy Boost from McJak Caffeinated Suckas
If you are looking for a boost, why not try a new treat called McJak Caffeinated Suckas! Sharability: 0 Denture Danger: 0 (Unless you try to chew this dense ball of candy) Convenience: 9 Novelty: 9 Overall: 8 Sometimes you are looking for a caffeine energy boost but don’t want the coffee breath or don’t want to spend the six dollars for a cup of coffee. When this situation presents itself, the Caffeinated Suckas from the McJak Candy Company are a perfect substitute. This large ball of candy sits on the end of a heavy-duty plastic stick and leaves you...
Squirrel Nut Zippers Caramels’ Uniqueness Compels
Squirell Nut Zippers occupy a unique place in candy history as they are one of the older candies still available Sharability: 9 Denture Danger: 8 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 9 Overall: 7 Squirrel Brands Salted Nut Company began in 1899. It changed hands and it changed locations, but the squirreliness never diminished. The company supplied chewy candies and salted and roasted peanuts to not only the general public of candy lovers, but also to the armed forces. In 2004 the Squirrel Nut Company took it’s last ownership change as it fell into the hands of NECCO. The Squirrel Nut Caramel Candy...
B-O-N-O-M-O, O-O-O-Bonomo(BAHN-uh-moh) [not so] Turkish Taffy
A vintage Bonomo's Turkish Taffy Wrapper Sharability: 7 Denture Danger: 10 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 10 Overall: 10 Once upon a time in the land of Turkey lived a man named Albert J. Bonomo. Al emigrated to Coney Island, New York and founded the Bonomo candy company in 1897. This candy company made hard candies, but specialized in its saltwater taffy. As delicious as Al’s saltwater taffies must have been, it was not Al, but the son of Al who introduced the masterpiece of the Turkish Taffy that we have all known and loved since we learned to say the word...
Take A Moment to Enjoy Silky Smooth Dove Dark Chocolate
Take A Moment to Enjoy Dove Silky Smooth Dark Chocolate Sharability: 6 Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 6 Overall: 10 If you think of yourself as someone who just doesn’t do dark chocolate, one of those people who thinks dark chocolate is just too bitter or too sophisticated or not sweet enough or not smooth enough, think again. If you think that you fit at least slightly under that description then I would argue that you have not tried Dove’s smooth dark chocolate. This candy bar of Dove chocolate is! It melts smoothly in your mouth leaving you craving...
Spearmint Leaves and Anise Bears: Flavors Removed From Their Natural Habitat
Anise Bears and Spearmint Leaves are very popular chewy candies and this blog discusses the merits of each! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 8 Convenience: 6 Novelty: 5 Overall: 7 These two sugar coated gummy candies each have their own distinct personality. The spearmint leaves are as green as the newest summertime grass and have the mojito flavor while the anise bears are brown and have the pungent licorice type flavor. These two flavors are representatives of plants that grow from the ground. Anise, Pimpinella anisum, is a flowering plant that is native to the Southwest Asia and the Eastern Mediterranean...
For the Love of Mother Nature, We Bring You: Chocolate Earth Balls
Chocolate Earth Balls are a celebration of chocolate and the planet! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 5 Convenience: 9 Novelty: 9 Overall: 9 Although posted a bit late, in the spirit of Earth Day which falls in April, these earth chocolate balls are just perfect as they are for everyday snacking. But, you think to yourself, earth day has passed, thus so has my desire for these earth balls. And that is where you are wrong, my friend. I have recently realized that the celebration of the earth is not just one day, it is not just one week, or one...
Cows Dairy Butter Toffee and Assorted Flavors, Which One Do You Favor?
Sherwood Brands Jersey Butter Toffee Cows are a tasty treat! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 10 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 4 Overall: 6 Sherwood Brand Toffee straight from the dairy of a cow, or at least the name implies so, has the original butter toffee flavor, and an assorted mix of vanilla flavored filled butter toffee, coffee flavored filled butter toffee and chocolate mint butter toffee. The assorted flavors are indeed in a particular order, ranging from worst to best. My father has told me to try my best to not bash candies in my blogs because even if I think the...
Gourmet Mints, But Really Just Mints
Richardsons Gourmet Dinner Mints are a perfect chocolate candy Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 9 Novelty: 6 Overall: 7 Gourmet is a term that is represented as a cultural ideal in terms of a food or drink. It is a word that is associated with other words such as sophisticated and elaborate. On that note, I think that calling any food or drink “gourmet” is a bold statement to make and I think there should be some sort of qualifications that must be assessed in order to label a food with this elegant word. These gourmet mints may pass...
Break Toffee Norms With Brach’s Assorted Coffee Toffee Special Treasures
Brachs Assorted Coffee Toffee Special Treasures come in a myriad of unusual flavors! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 10 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 6 Overall: 8 Once again, Brach’s goes versatile with the flavors in the Assorted Coffee Special Treasures, hard toffees flavored with only the classiest of flavors including amaretto, Suisse mocha, French vanilla and Irish cream. Each flavor has a corresponding wrapper and color to do with the interesting and unique flavors. Resisting the temptation to chew these candies is impressive and unless you can be in that minority, you will have trouble avoiding large chunks of toffee from being...
An interview with Gary Duschl about the Worlds Longest Wrigleys Chewing Gum Wrapper Chain
The other day, I had the good fortune to communicate with Gary Duschl who holds the Guinness Book of World Records for the LONGEST chain made out of gum wrappers. I asked Gary if he would share his experience with the readers of our candy blog and below is an excerpt from his reply. I find project amazing on many levels, both physically and metaphorically, and it is one of the more interesting uses for recycling candy/gum wrappers - Jon H.Prince, President, CandyFavorites.com I started the gum wrapper chain on March 11, 1965 while a student in the ninth grade....
The Cool Kidz jam to Fruit Jelly Beans
The Cool Kidz Jam to Jelly Beans Hey Guys! This week we reviewed Jelly Beans Fruit. These were bright and intriguing and consisted of colors such as red, yellow, purple, and white. They are definitely addicting, especially if you sit down with a bag of them and watch a movie. Jelly Beans Fruit are definitely recommended, and great to have in bowls around the house to snack on. What do you guys think? “My love is strong now, you’ve really got a hold on me” – The Beatles; You really got a hold on me Peace & Love, The Cool...
Brach’s Butterscotch Raises the Beauty of Simplicity Bar a Notch
Brach's Butterscotch Disks are the standard by which all Butterscotch Disks are measured.... Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 8 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 8 Overall: 9 These simple little classic disc candies are one of the best. The butterscotch flavor just hits the spot no matter what mood you might be in. Butterscotch is a color, and a flavor, and yours truly, a candy. Butterscotch’s base ingredients are brown sugar and butter; corn syrup, vanilla, salt, and cream are usually added to the concoction to create the deliciousness that this candy so well exemplifies. It is made similarly to toffee, but the...
Brachs Milk Maid Royals: Pick a Flavor
Brachs Milk Maid Caramel Royals have been one of the most popular Brach's Candies for many years and their unique flavors continue to delight candy lovers to this very day! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 9 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 6 Overall: 7 Each one of these chewy caramel Milk Maid Royals is filled with a different flavor of sweetness. Fruity, pink raspberry, which is great considering I normally hate fruit flavored candies. Alcoholic, orangey butter rum, pumpin’ a kick into the candy. Orange orange, pulls the creamsicle into the caramel. Sweet maple makes the sweet even sweeter. Soothing white vanilla spins...
The Somewhat Healthy Side of Candy: Raisinets
Raisinets have been around for quite some time and this box of chocolate covered raisins is from the late 1960's when the brand was owned by Ward Candy Company Sharability: 8 Denture Danger: 6 Convenience: 7 Novelty: 9 Overall: 9 California raisins, Nestlé milk chocolate, melty, chewy, sweet, fruity, Raisinets are a classic concession candy. They are great for movies because you can make them last a long time by chewing and enjoying each one individually (and even letting some of your friends munch down a couple), and they are a silent candy and therefore won’t distract you from the...
The Cool Kidz like Licorice in all shapes and sizes...
The Cool Kidz share their opinions about different type of red licorice including licorice straws and licorice laces This week we tried red twists and red laces. These are both delicious licorice candies. The red licorice twists, often packaged as Twizlers, are very easy to be found and come in a variety of sizes. They are classics, and very addictive. In our opinion, they are best used as straws: if the top and bottom ends are bitten off the twist can be put into any drink you desire. Overall, these red chewy candies are satisfying. On the other hand, red...
Heath Bar, Not Quite a Health Bar
A rare vintage Heath Bar Wrapper from the 1960's when the candy was being distributed by the now defunct CB Heath & Sons in Illinois Sharability: 2 Denture Danger: 8 Convenience: 6 Novelty: 8 Overall: 9 Heath bar… a delightfully sweet and cruncharific candy bar. Super sweet English toffee with a hint of almonds coated in milk chocolate for the candy that will demand you to finish it. Toffee is toffee and toffee will get stuck in your teeth, but it won’t stop you from enjoying every sugary mouth watering bite of this thin candy bar. In 1914 L.S. Heath...
Munchin' on Military M&Ms and Peanut M&Ms
We stumbled upon this retro candy advertisement for M&M's from the 1970's. Sharability: 8 Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 7 Novelty: 9 Overall: 9 Mars company manufactures the M&M, which is milk chocolate, covered in a hard candy shell, but you know that. What you might not know is where the idea for M&Ms originated. During the Spanish Civil War in the 1930s Forrest Mars Sr. saw soldiers eating chocolate pellets surrounded by a hard shell as to prevent them from melting. Mars took this genius idea and patented his own version in 1941. During World War II M&Ms were sold...
CandyFavorites offers Shopping by Decades to better serve Retro Candy Lovers
CandyFavorites.com offers Shopping By Decades to better serve our Retro Candy customers Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) March 31, 2010 -- CandyFavorites.com, the Internet's oldest and largest candy site is proud to announce that customers now have the ability to purchase their favorite candies based on the decade when it was first offered. "People love retro candy and we get so many request for candies from a specific time period for anniversaries or birthdays ." said Jon H. Prince, President, "and with the recent emphasis on nostalgic candy, we thought it would be a great feature to allow shoppers to browse by...
Get That Vitamin C Serving In A Piece of Candy: Brach’s Orange Slices
Brach's Orange Slices are made with Real Fruit Juice and are a perfect way to add a bit of Vitamin C to your diet... Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 7 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 6 Overall: 6 Why go through the trouble of peeling an orange, getting that orange peel all up in your fingernails and making your fingers omit an orangey aroma/odor (depending on your opinion) for hours, when you can get an almost comparable satisfaction from Brach’s Orange Slices?! This premium jelly candy is made with real fruit juice and 100% of your daily serving of vitamin C. I think...
A bit about Chowards Candy and the new Guava Mints
C Howards (or, as some call it, Chowards) has just released a quiry new Guava Flavored Candy to compliment classics such as Violet Mints One of the older retro candy stalwarts, C. Howard Company Inc. was started by Charles Howard of New York City in the early 1930s . Mr. Howard, in search of a "uniqueand different flavored candy," concocted a delightful confectionery mint called "Choward's Violet" in a small industrial loft on Broadway. Howard's first retailing experience was selling "Choward's Violet" on the street corners of Manhattan, where the product's reputation grew. On the heels of "Choward's Violet" success,...
Generically Speaking, Zachary Makes Soft Fruit Discs
If you are looking for a Fruit Jel that is colorful, soft and tasty, look no further.... Sharability: 9 Denture Danger: 9 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 5 Overall: 8 Don’t get this candy confused with Sunkist fruit gems, because though the two soft sugarcoated gelatin cylinders look almost identical these discs have a much better flavor-consistency combination making the eating of them almost more enjoyable than throwing them. These fruit discs can be considered a generic version of the Sunkist Fruit Gems, so lucky for you, a cheaper and better tasting gelatin cylinder athoguh these are not marked as being Kosher....
Brach’s Chocolate Covered Raisins and Almonds, and Double Dipped Peanuts, Oh My
Brach's Chocolate Covered Candies are the benchmark by which great candies are measured! Sharability: 7 Denture Danger: 5 Convenience: 6 Novelty: 4 Overall: 9 Brach’s doesn’t dip their peanuts in chocolate once; they make sure you get the perfect ratio, the perfect chocolate smothered peanut. This little blob of chocolate sits flat on the table and does quite the job at hiding what might lie inside. It could be a raisin or a macadamia nut, or a pebble, but Brach’s chooses best and puts the peanut in its place. hence why it is hailed as the best Chocolate Covered Peanut!...
Brachs Special Treasures Butter Toffee and Chocolate Butter Toffee Aren’t as Similar as You Might Think
Brach’s Butter Toffee and Chocolate Butter Toffee Aren’t as Similar as You Might Think Sharability: 8 Denture Danger: 8 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 6 Overall: 7 Upon seeing these two candies all wrapped up in their metallic gold wrappers I assumed them to be virtually the same, one being chocolate and the other being the plain butter toffee. But you know what they say about assumptions… and I should have known. Though similar in name these candies have a longer list of differences than they do similarities. The pure Brach's Golden Treasures Butter Toffee candies are manufactured in a perfect, consistent...
Ce De Smarties: Eat, Share or Smoke them, Big, Sour, or Small
Smarties: Eat, Share or Smoke them, Big, Sour, of Small Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 2 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 9 Overall: 10 At this day and age people will find a way to smoke anything and believe it or not but Smarties candies are among the smokables. I could say that this feat is simple and clean, but it is a bit more trouble than it is worth. The goal is to crush up the Smarties inside the wrapper and then open both ends of the wrapper. This is when you can inhale through one end and have Smartie dust come...
Brach’s Neapolitan Coconut Sundaes , a Valiant Effort
We are sad to report that these delicious candies were permanently DISCONTINUED as of June 2012 Sharability: 8 Denture Danger: 7 Convenience: 9 Novelty: 5 Overall: 7 This one is for those who are coco for coconut. This sticky brick of candy incorporates the three colors and an attempt at the three classic sundae flavors, chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry. Striped brown, white, and pink this Sundae, though clever with the name, is not more than a colorful coconut block. I’m not complaining about it by any means, but I don’t want you to be misled into thinking that this was...
Sixlets: The Bold and the Beautiful
Although we tend to favor retro candy advertisements or wrappers, we couldn't resist this cute Sixlets candy logo from Sweetworks Sharability: 5 Denture Danger: 3 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 6 Overall: 8 Sixlets are, without a doubt, one of those childhood favorites. I used to love getting a tube and eating the little balls by putting the wrapper in my mouth and sliding the ball out with my teeth. These crunchy, colorful, candy coated, milk chocolate pieces are not only fun to eat but they offer something different than similar candies such as M&Ms. The different colored candy shells actually have...
Add a Little Color to Easter With Brach’s Pastel Fiesta Malted Milk Eggs
It would be hard to imagine Easter or an Easter Basket without Brach's Fiesta Malt Eggs Sharability: 8 Denture Danger: 5 Convenience: 7 Novelty: 8 Overall: 8 Sweet, almost too sweet, cruncharific, colorful, malty, chocolatey, candy covered, (but mostly malty); these Brach’s Pastel Fiesta Malted Milk Eggs are perfect for the Easter Fiesta. These eggs are a malted mouthful and they are made with “Real Milk Chocolate.” (I sure hope it’s real! I didn’t realize candy companies had to inform the consumer that we were purchasing real chocolate; I would only assume that a chocolate candy being made from real...
The Candy Blog Rating System Uncovered
Becca Droz shares with us the logic nd the ratings system on our Candy Blog So I have been using this self-created rating system for every candy I have blogged about and I realized I never really explained what each category really means. I apologize. Please, let me clear things up for you. Sharability refers to how easy the candy is to share. A low sharability is earned either by an extremely tasty candy that you wouldn’t want to share or a candy that is just difficult to share such as a lollypop. Denture Danger rates a candy on how...
Peeps: Milk Chocolate Covered Marshmallow, Not to Be Confused With Chocolate Covered Peeps
Chocolate Covered Peeps are available in Dark or Milk Chocolate and add a new twist to an old classic... Sharability: 1 Denture Danger: 5 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 8 Overall: 9 This is quite an interesting new twist on the classic Easter candy, Peeps. This individually wrapped peep is crunchy, this peep is gooey, this peep is a taste treat. Maybe it is just because of the contrasting crunchy chocolate, but the marshmallow inside the milk chocolate casing seems gooyer than that of a normal peep making it taste like a coconutless mallowcup. Ehem, allow me clarify, this is not a...
Go Nuts For Brach’s Jelly Nougats
Brach's Jelly Nougats were discontinued in 2011 Sharability: 6 Denture Danger: 8 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 4 Overall: 7 Jelly Nougats. They don’t have the most appealing name, but this white nougat with multicolored jelly pieces within it might surprise you in what’s most important, it’s taste. Each color of jelly candy adds a unique flavor and texture to the sweet base nougat flavor. I don’t understand how this chewy gummy candy can be called the same thing as the fluffy chocolate inside of a Milky Way, but I guess a nougat can be made more than one way. And indeed...
The Future of Soda: Brach’s Soda Poppers
Brachs Soda Poppers are a tasty alternative to soda Sharability: 9 Denture Danger: 7 (chewy center) Convenience: 10 Novelty: 5 Overall: 7 You’ve seen the root beer barrel but have you seen the Dr. Pepper barrel or the 7up barrel? I didn’t think so! Forget the full stomach of drinking a soda for the mere taste of the drink and grab a Brach Soda Popper instead. These candies are shaped like the can and are surprisingly accurate to the taste. This candy is advertised to include real fruit juice in the inside. It only confuses me because I was never...
Ju Ju Hearts Filled With Ju-Ju Love
Juju Hearts are a fun candy for Valentine's Day and may be infused with magical powers... Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 8 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 8 Overall: 7 Ju Ju Hearts are another great Valentine’s Day candy. Upon seeing the bag of red scrumptious squishy hearts I assumed they would be cinnamon flavored. Though these hearts would probably be better with the cinnamon spice tongue tingler, the cherry flavor that lies within the Ju Ju Heart is far from terrible. It has a similar flavor to the red jolly rancher, but it isn’t too sweet or medicinal tasting, which many cherry...
Valentine’s Day Chocolate: Switch it Up with Reese’s Cups, Hershey’s Hearts, and Nonpareils
Reese's Peanut Butter Hearts are a perfect gift for a loved one and the combination of Milk Choclate and Peanut Butter really can't be beat! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 6 Overall: 8 Valentine’s Day Mini Reese’s are adorned in gold and red foils, waiting to be undressed and enjoyed by the peanutbutter-chocolate lover. I offered a bag of chocolates to my friends and all of them reached for the Reese’s cups saying “When you see chocolates always go straight for the one shaped as a Reese’s cup.” Nonpareils are by definition the little color sugar balls...
3 Musketeers: ‘Whipped Up, Fluffy, Chocolate on Chocolate Taste’ and 75th Anniversary 3 Musketeers Mint
A 3 Musketeers Wrapper from the 1970's when candy bars were still $.20 Sharabilty: 6 Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 8 Overall: 9 There were a number of years in which I called 3 Musketeers my favorite candy and it isn’t a mystery why. The ‘whipped up’, fluffy chocolate in the center of the milk chocolate shell may look like wet cat food but the taste, consistency, and texture are in a league of their owns. In August 2007, 3 Musketeers came out with the 75th anniversary addition of the candy, The 3 Musketeers mint with dark chocolate. This...
Cruisin’ Down Crunchy 5th Avenue
Did you know that the Hershey 5th Bar was invented by William Luden who invented Ludens Cough Drops Sharability: 3 Denture Danger: 6 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 8 Overall: 9 NECCO created the Clark Bar, Nestlé created the Butterfinger, and Hershey’s didn’t want to be left out. Don’t fear because Hershey has its own chocolate covered crunchy peanut butter candy bar, the 5th Avenue bar. I can’t say it is better or worse than the Clark Bar or Butterfinger, because it is basically the same. It’s delicious, it’s flakey, it will get stuck in your teeth, and it will leave chocolate...
Candy Favorites launches a revised candy blog and a forum devoted exclusively to candy lovers
CandyFavorites has been Serving Candy Lovers Since 1927 CandyFavorites.com, the Internet's Oldest and Largest Online Candy Store, is Proud to Announce a New Blog and Forum devoted exclusively to candy lovers young and old. Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) February 4, 2010 -- CandyFavorites.com, the Internet's oldest and largest candy site is proud to announce the launch of a Sweet Forum which is an forum for candy lovers around the globe as well as a revised candy blog featuring reviews with an emphasis on history and trivia. “People love candy and I always wanted to launch a forum where people could go...
Take 5 With Hershey's Take 5 and Take Five
If you like the combination of chocolate and pretzels, you will love the taste of Hershey's Take 5 Candy Bar Sharability: 2 Denture Danger: 5 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 3 Overall: 9 Hershey’s Take 5 is one of the most ultimate candies out there. Pretzels and chocolate, peanut butter, caramel, and peanuts all combined into one delicious two-piece candy bar. Mmmm, salty, sweet, peanuty, crunchy, chewy, chocolatey, melty… wow, it’s amazing they can fit so much deliciousness into one candy bar. It took Hershey’s a while to come out with this genius idea. The Take 5 bar didn’t hit the market...
Conversation Hearts from Brach’s, from NECCO and from the Enlarging Machine
Whether you prefer Brachs or Necco, one thing that everyone can agree upon is that Valentine's day wouldn't be the same without Conversation Hearts Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 2-7 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 10 Overall: 5 The classic Valentines Day candy… these candy hearts are so popular that both The New England Confectionary Company (NECCO) and Brach’s manufacture them, and now they are even made in an enlarged size. The candies themselves are definitely more of a novelty item than a tasty candy. In fact, eating too many can induce side effects of nausea. Even though Brach’s and NECCO both make...
Rollin’ Rolos
This is a rare Rolo label from the 1970's and it shows the manufacturer as being Mackintosh which was the manufacturer in England Sharability: 3 Denture Danger: 8 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 10 Overall: 9 1937 isn’t just the year that U.S. Steel raised workers' wages to $5 a day, or just the year that the first quadruplets finished college, or just the year that China declared war on Japan. 1937 is the year that the Rolo candy was introduced. Nestlé Rowntree manufactured this delicious candy, and Nestlé continues to produce Rolos everywhere except in the United States. Here in America,...
The Mallo Cup Sets the Bar For Cup Candies
A retro Mallo Cup wrapper from the 1970's Sharability: 4 Denture Danger: 7 Convenience: 4 Novelty: 10 Overall: 8 The Reese’s Cup might taste better (and it might not, it’s all a matter of opinion), but it doesn’t have the novelty factor of being the first ever cup candy made in the United States. The Mallo Cup takes the trophy for this honor. The whipped cream center has the consistency of melty marshmallow and is covered in a chocolate coconuty cup shell. The taste is odd at first but quickly grows https://www.health-e-child.org/buy-modafinil-online/ on you and if you don’t like it,...
Junior Mints: It’s chocolate, It’s Peppermint—It’s Delicious!
A vintage Junior Mints box from the early 1970's when Junior Mints were still being produced by Nabisco Sharability: 1 Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 4 Novelty: 7 Overall: 10 The Junior Mint name originated from a collection of stories by Sally Benson that were published in the New York Times, titled Junior Miss. The Junior Miss stories influenced the idea for a play called Junior Miss and the play was featured on Broadway from 1941 to 1943. This play is where James Welch found the influence for the name of his candy that he first marketed in 1949. The Junior...
Goldenbergs Peanut Chews - an iconic classic since 1917
Goldenbergs Peanut Chews have been an iconic candy favorite since 1917 Sharability: 8 Denture Danger: 7 Convenience: 6 Novelty: 9 Overall: 8 Though the name of the candy is Peanut Chews, I couldn’t help but think it was lying based o the picture on the wrapper. To me, it looked like solid chocolate filled with peanuts and I couldn’t fathom how that was going to be chewy. The wrapper doesn’t say there is caramel in the inside; it just says “Bite-size chewy pieces loaded with peanuts!” So when I bit into the caramel-like substance that was filled with peanuts and...
A Pleasant Surprise From the Gummi Sombreros
Gummi Sombreros aka Mexican Hats Sharability: 9 Denture Danger: 9 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 7 Overall: 7 Looking at the sealed package of Gummi Sombreros, I had low expectations. I saw some gummies shaped like sombreros and I thought they were going to be typical gummies that are trying to be unique because of their shape, lacking anything beyond a mediocre taste. I saw the red, yellow, orange, and green, and expected cherry, lemon, orange, and lime, but I was pleasantly surprised when I opened the bag to be greeted with a welcoming whiff of a pepperminty cinnamon aroma. I apologized...
Choo Choo Charlie says Love my Good & Plenty!
Vintage Good and Plenty Advertisement Circa 1960's Sharability: 7 Denture Danger: 6 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 9 Overall: 9 The Quaker City Confectionary Company first produced the Good & Plenty candy in 1893 and believe it or not it is the oldest branded candy in the United States. Over the years the company has changed hands from Quaker City, to Warner-Lambert, to Leaf Candy Company, to Beatrice Foods, to the current manufacturer, Hershey. There was much controversy over the naming of this candy, but eventually the Quaker City Confectionary Company settled with Good & Plenty as the name instead of...
Wax Sticks Aren’t Among the Best Picks
Wax Syrup Sticks are a true retro classic....and can be a bit messy too! Sharability: 8 Denture Danger: 5 Convenience: 7 Novelty: 9 Overall: 6 This wax vial filled with a sugary liquid has an oddly popular appeal to little kids (at least they did to me when I was little). After all these years, when I attempted to transfer the liquid from the vile to my mouth, I had a small deal of trouble. I bit off the top and tried to drink it out like it was a straw, that didn’t work. I tried to pour it into...
One Twist, Two Twists, Red Licorice Twists, Chocolate Licorice Twists
Who doesn't love Twizzlers chocolate licorice? Sharability: 8 Denture Danger: 7 Convenience: 7 Novelty: 6 Overall: 9 You can’t deny that every drink tastes better through a licorice twist straw whether you are drinking juice out of a cup or slurping water from a water fountain. Just because you aren’t a kid anymore does not mean that you can’t bite off the ends and make a straw of your licorice. There is no law stating that once you have kids you aren’t allowed to act like kids. Chocolate Licorice straws are especially good for drinking milk and chocolate milk. When...
The Solo: Hershey’s Originial, The Duet: Hershey’s Almond, and the Orchestra: Hershey’s Symphony
Hershey's provides many options to create a true chocolate symphony Sharability: 4 Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 10 Overall: 10 Milton Hershey, Lancaster Pennsylvania, 1894. This is where it all went down. Originally, Milton Hershey wanted to create a sweet chocolate to cover his caramels, so he created the Hershey Chocolate Company. This was a time when only the wealthy could afford to enjoy the luxury of chocolate and Hershey wanted to change that. He set out to create a chocolate that everyone could afford. He had access to large amounts of fresh milk by locating his operation was...
Ice Ice Baby: Brach’s Ice Blue Mint Coolers vs. Brach’s Starbrite Peppermint
ICE BLUE MINTS HAVE BEEN DISCONTINUED BY BRACH'S Please leave a comment below so we can encourage Brach's to BRING THEM BACK!! Brach's Ice Blue Mints are DISCONTINUED! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 10 (unless you can resist the temptation to chew it) Convenience: 10 Novelty: 8 Overall: 8 Brach’s Ice Blue Mint Coolers are an enjoyable and effective candy mint. They are great for many reasons. Firstly, they are blue. It isn’t often that you get a peppermint candy in a translucent blue color, quite aesthetically pleasing. Secondly, they are individually wrapped. Forget the tic tacs that make it sound...
Warheads: For Extreme Candy Eaters Only
Warheads Super Sour Candy are for extreme candy lovers only! Sharability: 10 Extreme Danger: 9 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 7 Overall: 9 Warheads were definitely one of my favorite childhood candies and I’m sure I’m not the only one. When the little unsuspecting warhead first hits your tongue you think to yourself, “eh, this isn’t so bad.” Then as you rub you tongue against the thin sour layer of malic acid your face beings to turn to a similar expression Wally Warhead’s on the front package. Of all of the candies that are labeled “sour” warheads are the only candies I...
Wintergreen Lozenges May Not Sooth Your Throat, But They Do Sooth Your Soul
Necco Wintergreen Lozenges are refreshing and fun to eat Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 2 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 9 Overall: 8 Don’t be mislead by the name, these wintergreen lozenges won’t rid you of your sore throat or stop your cough, but they will tingle your taste buds. From the looks of it, this little plain calky pink cylinder doesn’t seem like it would possess the punch that it does. The wintergreen flavor comes on slow as its mild taste becomes a refreshing mintyness as you chew it up. When you swallow down those last pieces don’t hesitate to indulge again...
Everything is Better When It’s Covered in Chocolate: Brach’s Bridge Mix
Everything is better when covered in chocolate especially Brach's Chocolate Covered Bridge Mix Sharability: 9 Denture Danger: 7 Convenience: 9 Novelty: 6 Overall: 10 This isn’t your normal bag of chocolate covered peanuts. When you reach your hand into this bag of chocolate pieces you better anticipate a surprise. The chocolates come in different shapes, sizes, and shades of brown. Round pieces, oblong pieces, dark chocolate, milk chocolate, small pieces, and large clumps make up Brach's Bridge Mix What lies within the chocolate shell remains a mystery until you take the daring first bite. It might be a chocolate covered...
Baby Food or Chocolate Coated, Malted Milk Balls Are Delicious
Chocolate Malted Milk Balls are one of our favorite candies and we offer Brachs Malts as well as Whoppers to name but a few brands that we represent Sharability: 8 Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 3 Novelty: 6 Overall: 8 Obviously, (almost) anything covered in chocolate is a taste treat. Even though the malted milk ends up stuck in your teeth it is worth the crunch that it adds to the soft melty milk chocolate. These little generic malt balls are tasty, but they don’t come close to the satisfaction you find when you bite into a real gourmet malt ball...
Nuts for Nuts: Mr. Peanut's Planters Peanut Bar
If you feel like you are going "nuts", why not try Planters Original Peanut Bar... Sharability: 7 Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 6 Novelty: 7 Overall: 7 The Planters Peanut Bar is definitely not your typical candy bar. It is basically a bunch of peanuts all stuck together by hardened sugar, corn syrup, and salt. It creates for an extra crunchy candy with the simple taste of sweet peanuts. This candy is brittle and is bound to break into many pieces, which makes sharing easier. Amedeo Obici and his business partner (and future brother-in-law) Mario Peruzzi founded the Planters peanut company...
Q: War, What is it Good For? A: Gummi Army Guys
Gummi Army Men are fun for eating and playing! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 6 Convenience: 4 Novelty: 5 Overall: 5 Forget the plastic army guys that you can’t even eat and play with these bendy, squishy, stretchy gummi army men with guns. You’ve got four characters: the guy with the rifle shooting right, the guy with a bazooka shooting left, the guy throwing a cannon ball to the right, and the guy on his stomach, also with the bazooka. The guy on his stomach definitely works the best because he is the only one that really works in the third...
Nuts for Nuts: Payday Bar
Sweet Caramel + Tons of Peanuts = Payday! Sharability: 5 Denture Danger: 8 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 7 Overall: 8 It’s Payday! This peanut and caramel candy should be accompanied by every Friday’s payday check; it only seems appropriate. This candy bar doesn’t go beyond how it is described on the wrapper: Peanut Caramel Bar. Not to say that simplicity is bland. At first bite, the peanuts bring on an immediate salty flavor that fades away into sweetness as you bite into the chewy caramel. The consistency of the soft caramel mixed with that of the crunchy peanuts works really well...
Heaven Does Exist: Lindt Lindor Chocolate Balls
Lindt Milk Chocolate and Lindor Balls give you a true taste of chocolate heaven... Sharability: 8 (spread the love) Denture Danger: 2 Convenience: 6 Novelty: 7 Overall: 10 This is it. This is the candy that justifies chocolate obsessions and addictions. This is the chocolate that can actually make your mouth water at the sight of it, and the chocolate that defines creamy and defines milk chocolate. This is the chocolate that sets the bar for all chocolates. Please, if you find a chocolate that you think can give the Lindor Chocolate Balls some competition, let me know, because I...
With Peppermint Tootsie Pop Candy Cane Lollipops the Nostalgia Never Stops
Hard to find and a true Christmas favorite - Peppermint Tootsie Pop Candy Cane Lollipops Sharability: 2 Denture Danger: 9 Convenience: 8 Novelty: Seasonal Novelty: 10 Overall: 10 ‘Tis the season for the candy cane tootsie pop. The minty sweet peppermint to chill your breath and chewy tootsie roll chocolate to wash over your tastebuds with warmth. You can enjoy the solo peppermint taste as long as you want until you can’t resist the urge to bite into the lollypop any longer. Then the sweet chewy chocolate flavor blends into the peppermint for one of those favorite flavor combinations that...
Phish and Starburst FaveREDs, like Fish and Chips
Starburst Fruit Chews Sharability: 9 Denture Danger: 8 Convenience: 9 Novelty: 6 Overall: 9 Starbursts, as the name implies, are truly bursting with flavor. During candy’s favorite holiday (Halloween) I was in Indio, California at Phish Festival 8. For those of you that don’t know, this was three days of camping out and three days of listening to the band Phish. During the Halloween night set I made sure to fill my pockets with candy because there’s never a time when candy tastes better than on Halloween AND during a Phish show. During the set break I was lying down...
Skittles, Experience the Rainbow
Skittles - Taste the Rainbow Sharabilty: 8 Denture Danger: 5 Convenience: 6 Novelty: 7 Overall: 9 Skittles, taste the rainbow. The rainbow of chewy, fruity, sweet shelled candy pellets stamped with the letter ‘s.’ Skittles originated in Europe by an English company in 1974 and were first imported into the United States in 1979. The original flavors are grape, lemon, lime, orange, and strawberry. Skittles is also a lawn game played in Europe, a game similar to bowling. In the summer months I know we’ve all eagerly accepted a small handful of Skittles from our friend with the bag and...
Taste the Fresh and See the Glow With Wint-O-Green Lifesavers
Life Savers Wint-0-Green Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 9 (if you aren’t just using it as a breath mint) Convenience: 10 Novelty: 6 Overall: 9 Wint-O-Green Lifesavers are more than just a sweet wintergreen taste-bud-tingler, and they are more than just a breath mint, this candy is a science lesson. If you take these lifesavers into a pitch-black room (a bathroom usually works the best) you can watch science in action. I find it works best with a friend because then you can share the feeling of amazement, but it also works if you are by yourself and look in the...
Nick Nack Patty Wack Get Yourself a Kit Kat
A vintage t-shirt with the Kit Kat logo circa 1980 Sharability: 4 Denture Danger: 2 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 9 Overall: 9 “Give me a break, give me a break, break me off a piece of that Kit Kat bar!” When I was a kid I always replaced “bar” in that song with “cake,” I just thought the rhyme was necessary. The Kit Kat is a crispy wafer covered in milk chocolate. This is one of those candies that I always forget how good it is until I take a bite and then I just can’t stop munching. With the melty...
Nuts for Nuts: Baby Ruth
A vintage Baby Ruth Candy Bar advertisement from when the company was owned by Curtis Candy Company Sharability: 3 Denture Danger: 9 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 9 Overall: 8 As a kid, candies with nuts in them always detracted me. I don’t know if I thought nuts were too healthy to be in candy, or if I didn’t like crunch, but all I know now is that with my maturing taste buds I can’t complain about peanuts in my candy. As described on the wrapper, each Baby Ruth is “bursting with peanuts, rich caramel, and chewy nougat.” A bite of a...
Finally, Deluxe Americana Penny Candy Mix is available in CandyFavorites "Select" Bags!
It's been a long time coming, and we are proud to announce that our best-selling American Penny Candy mix is finally available in our new CandyFavorites" Select" Bags! Please hold your applause... A little back story: Many years ago, we were asked by a very high-end American clothing retailer to produce a mix of old fashion candies that they could put by the register in small silver bowls. We spent months designing a mix that featured branded candies emphasizing retro candy and a nostalgic appearance in keeping with the brand's "old-world" elegant feel. The combination was a huge success! The only...
Pittsburgh’s Very Own, Vintage Clark Bar and Zagnut Bar
Clark Bars are a true retro candy and hail from Pittsburgh which is home to CandyFavorites.com Sharability: 3 Denture Danger: 6 (It’s sure to get stuck in your teeth) Convenience: 5 Novelty: 10 Overall: 9 The Clark Bar is—as it says on the wrapper—“Chocoaltey Coated Peanut Butter Crunch.” I guess you could say this is Necco’s version of the Butterfinger. The filling is slightly different than the Butterfinger, however. The Clark bar has a little soft peanut butter snuck into the crunchy, flakey, filling which adds an extra bit of peanut buttery goodness. In second grade I had a teacher...
Addicted to Dots
This is a box of Mason Dots Circa 1970's prior to Mason being purchased by Tootsie Roll Industries Sharability: 8 Denture Danger: 9 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 7 Overall: 8 My first Dots memory took place around 1997. I was seven, my brother, Ben, was ten and we were at the CVS (drug store) near our house. Ben picked up a box of Dots and held it to his chest and said, “I’m addicted to Dots!” Naturally, I did the same exact thing; I picked up a box of Dots, held it to my chest and exclaimed, “I’m addicted to Dots!”...
Ferrara Pan’s Jaw Busters, the Original Jaw Breakers, Eat at Your Own Risk
A vintage box of Ferrara Pan Jawbreakers - the candy is now known as a Jawbuster! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 10 (if you try and chew it) Convenience: 8 Novelty: 8 Overall: 4 It puzzles me to think how a candy marketed as “Jaw Breakers” is and has been so successful. It seems like it would have gone out of business with the cigarette company called “death” and Chevy Nova car in Latin America, which translates to “it doesn’t go.” I think the brand name almost comes off as a challenge to kids. The kids who have managed to have...
Go Bananas for Circus Marshmallow Peanuts
Marshmallow Peanuts are one of the oldest candies and few people know that the flavor is banana! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 2 Convenience: 6 Novelty: 9 Overall: 5 Also known as a circus peanut, this orange peanut shaped marshmallow became one of the first penny candies after it was introduced in the mid 1800s. To be honest, I never understood why everyone liked these things so much. Yes they have a good texture, and yes they are a classic, but what I don’t understand is why the peanut shaped marshmallow taste like artificial banana. It just doesn’t make sense. If...
Creamy Chocolate, Chewy Caramel, Crunchy Cookie: Twix Bar - It’s All in the Mix and Twix PB
An advertisement for Twix Bars when they were first released! Sharability: 2 Denture Danger: 5 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 6 Overall: 9 Chocolate… mmmmm. Cookie… mmmmm. Caramel… mmmmm. All three together in one bar… MMMMMMM. If you say something you wish you hadn’t “Chew it over with a Twix” while you think of the right thing to say, and it probably isn’t “Two for me, none for you.” The crunchy, chewy Twix comes in a package with two bars. I’m sure there are a few super generous people out there who share one of the bars and keep only one for...
Craving the Creamy Caramel of the Cadbury Caramello Bar
Who doesn't love the taste of a creamy Cadbury Caramello Bar? Sharability: 2 Denture Danger: 3 Convenience: 4 Novelty: 6 Overall: 10 If you are one of those people that get a boosted ego from kids thinking you gave out the best candy on Halloween, then go out and buy a couple boxes of Caramellos. I don’t believe I’ve ever gotten a Caramello in my Halloween bag, but if I did I’m sure I was ecstatic. This candy seems to have sort of flown under the radar and hasn’t quite made it to the popularity level of the Snickers, Reese’s,...
Portable, Peanut-Buttery Reeses Peanut Butter Cup Miniatures
Reese's Miniature Peanut Butter Cups Sharability: 7 Convenience: 7 Denture Danger: 4 Novelty: 5 Overall: 9 When we have a full sized Reese’s Cup I know a lot of us eat it by poking the middle out first and eating the peanut-buttery goodness first and the crunchy chocolate ring second. This miniature peanut butter cup combines those two pieces of deliciousness into one crunchy chocolatey uber peanut-buttery bite. The miniature Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups come in a cute little cupcake-like wrapping. Plop a dollop of whipped cream on top and you’ve got your own little cupcake. The miniature is taller...
Reese’s Beloved Peanut Butter Cups and Crunchy ReeseSticks
However you look at it, there are few candies better than Reese's Peanut Butter Cups Sharability: 5 Denture Danger: 2 Convenience: 3 Novelty: 8 Overall: 9 “There’s no wrong way to eat a Reese’s” that was the slogan in all of the Reese’s commercials when I was growing up. My personal preference has always been poking out the center with my thumb to eat the extra peanut buttery center first and then the ring of milk chocolate with the residue of peanut butter second. Taking a bit out of it like a cookie works too, and so does plopping the...
Halloween: Candy's Favorite Holiday
Halloween is a holiday revered by candy lovers around the globe! Since Halloween is right around the corner, I have been focusing on blogging about the best candies to hand out on Halloween. There were the candies that my friends and I would to hoard and boast about who had more. As great as it is to give out the popular favorites, don’t forget that kids love variety. Don’t be afraid to switch it up and give something out that you aren’t sure kids will like, because if everyone gave out Reese’s… One thing I got most excited for as...
Milky Way and Formerly Forever Yours, Milky Way Midnight Dark
Milky Way Advertisement Circa 1930 Sharability: 3 Denture Danger: 6 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 8 Overall: 10 You may recall me mentioning in my 3 Musketeers blog that 3 Musketeers was once my favorite candy bar. That was true until I found 3 Musketeers with caramel, the Milky Way. Rich chocolate, creamy caramel, smooth nougat as it is described on the wrapper. (I find it amusing that every candy with caramel uses the adjective ‘creamy’ to describe it, I guess they like alliteration more than the truth). If I were to use a word to describe the caramel in the Milky...
Butterfingers: Flaky, Fun, and Crispety
A vintage advertisement for Baby Ruth and Butterfingers Candy Bar advertisement from the "Golden Age" of candy when candy bars only cost $.05 Sharability: 2 Denture Danger: 6 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 9 Overall: 9 Nestlé’s Butterfingers are at the top of my favorite candy bar list. A Butterfinger is a “crispety, crunchety, peanut-buttery” chocolate covered bar of a candy flaky peanut-butter flavored filling that resembles peanut brittle. You probably aren’t going to want to share much of this candy bar, which will leave you with a lap full of crumbs and chunks of the peanut butter filling stuck in your...
Mounds and Almond Joy, Sisters for Life
A vintage Almond Joy and Mounds Advertisement Sharability: 5 Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 8 Overall: 7 When New Years would come around and my bag of Halloween candy was at it’s end there would always be a couple Mounds and Almond Joy sitting at the bottom of my pillowcase bag. I don’t know why, because they really aren’t bad candies, but the coconut just didn’t satisfy my childhood taste buds the way Reese’s and Kit Kats did. My dad was always happy to put me out of my misery and eat the Mounds and Almond Joy for me....
The Diverse World of Snickers: Snickers Milk Chocolate, Snickers Dark, and Snickers Almond
A Vintage Snickers Wrapper Sharability: 3 Convenience: 5 Denture Danger: 6 Novelty: 8 Overall: 9 The original Snickers bar is peanut butter nougat topped with caramel and roasted peanuts all dipped in milk chocolate. The Snickers bar not only satisfies your taste buds, but it fills you up a bit too. I like to bring a Snickers bar with me when I go skiing because it fits in my pocket, tastes good frozen, and gives me the energy and filler that I need to keep my skiing in check. Every year in the U.S., sales of the Snickers bar reach...
Sugar Daddy and His Babies
At one point, Sugar Daddy Lollipops were the largest lollipop available! Sharability: 6 (you can share his babies) Denture Danger: 9 Convenience: 6 Novelty: 9 Overall: 7 The Sugar Daddy Lollipop was the largest lollipop of its time. Frank, a chemist at the James O. Welch Company invented the Sugar Daddy in 1925. It was called the Papa until 1932. The sugar babies were born three years later in 1935 and were soon adopted by what is now Tootsie Roll Industries. The Sugar Daddy is a large rectangular caramel pop. My great aunt told me about how she used to...
Reese’s Pieces, For You, For Me, and For E.T.
Reese's Pieces were one of the first examples of modern product placement when they were featured in ET - The Extraterrestrial! Sharability: 5 Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 8 I would take a Reese’s Pieces over an M&M any day, the way the peanut-flavored penuche filling melts in my mouth is just unbeatable and I’m not the only one who thinks so. The extra terrestrial, E.T. (from the movie that you all should have watched at least once by now) has a favorite candy, and that my friends is Reese’s pieces. The funny thing is that Mars actually declined...
Peanut Butter Logs can turn you into a candy hog!
Coconut Crunch Peanut Butter Logs from NECCO are an addictive treat! Sharability: 8 Denture Danger: 6 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 8 Overall: 9 Every little bit of the peanut butter log is delicious not matter how you eat it. The crunchy-peanut-buttery-baklava-looking inside is coated with a coconut sprinkled peanut butter. The coconut and peanut butter flavors balance each other out, but for those of you who don’t like coconut, realize that it is called a peanut butter log, not a coconut log. The peanut butter is definitely the base flavor and the coconut is merely the topping… not to undermine the...
CandyFavorites.com has a new look!
CandyFavorites.com - The Internet's Oldest and Largest Online Candy Store PITTSBURGH , PA (PRWEB) October 8, 2009 -- CandyFavorites.com, the Internet's oldest and largest online candy store, has launched a new website incorporating advanced online ordering, searching, live chat, a blog and a retro design that pays tribute to american candy history. "We're creating an online experience for candy lovers that goes beyond commerce," says Jon H.Prince, President, "our goal is to provide a single destination for candy education, the purchase of everyone's favorite candies and to pay tribute to an industry that has brought joy to candy lovers throughout...
Mix it Up and Chew it Up With Chiclets Chewing Gum
Chiclets Chewing Gum comes in many shapes and sizes Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 10 Convenience: 9 Novelty: 10 Overall: 10 When you are passing by a row of 25 cent machines you can almost always guarantee that Cadbury Adams’ Chiclets chewing gum will be among the candies that lie within them. When the decision of what candy to spend your sole quarter on proves difficult, don’t think twice before putting it in the little slot for the Chiclets. With Chiclets you get the flavor variety of any other candy with the long lasting duration of any gum. These classic, flavor...
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Red Licorice Laces make Happy Faces
Strawberry Licorice Laces are perfect for kids of all ages... Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 7 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 8 Overall: 7 Red laces, as the name implies, are a red licorice rope of hard chewy candy. The rope comes wrapped up in a big circle and it is hard to resist ripping off a huge string of it. Who doesn’t like chewing on the end of a piece of candy while the other end of it is dangling at your feet? The rope is also fun to play around with by making licorice bracelets and twirling it around your fingers...
One Pretzel, Two Pretzels, White Pretzels, Chocolate Pretzels
The sweet and salty combination of chocolate covered pretzels is one of the great taste combinations in candy history Sharability: 5 (too good to share too many) Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 4 (a little melty) Novelty: 5 Overall: 10 We’ve already established the fact that everything tastes good covered in chocolate. What we haven’t established is what tastes best covered in chocolate. That, my friends, is a pretzel. I’m sure we’ve all experienced the simple combination of the salty pretzel with the sweet milk chocolate, whether we are dipping pretzels in melted chocolate or nutella or eating the already chocolate...
Brachs Cherry Cordials Do Not Fail to Impress and they give Brachs Villa Cherries a run for their money
If you loved Brach's Villa Cherries, discontinued in 2003, you will love their new replacment! Sharability: 6 Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 4 Novelty: 5 Overall: 8 I have to admit I’m usually not a fan of fruit inside my chocolates. And when I say I’m not a fan, every time I bite into a chocolate with fruit flavored filling, it usually ends up in a gross, slobbery mess inside of a napkin. I tentatively took my first bite of the cherry cordial expecting the same sickly sweet fruity flavor of most fruit fillings, but I was quite pleasantly surprised. Within...
Ah, the Convenience of Individually Wrapped Twizzlers
Perfect for pocket, purse or gift, Individually Wrapped Twizzlers fit the bill Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 6 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 7 Overall: 10 We all know about Twizzlers, at least we all should. Young and Smylie (Y&S) Company manufactures this delicious strawberry licorice candy. Y&S was established in 1845 and was bought by Hershey Foods in 1977. Y&S originally introduced Twizzlers in 1845 as black licorice, but as of 1990 Twizzlers are produced in strawberry, chocolate, cherry, and watermelon in varying shapes and sizes. Now, you can find little nibs licorice, which are bite size pieces, you can find Pull...
Bean Boozled and Bean Disguzzled
Jelly Belly Bean Boozled Jelly Beans are for the truly daring... Sharability: 10 Eatability: 2 Denture Danger: 6 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 9 Overall: 7 “You want to be careful with those,” Ron warned Harry. When they say every flavor they mean every flavor – you know, you have [buttered popcorn, and licorice and peach] but then you can get [vomit, pencil shavings, and ear wax] George even reckons he had a booger-flavored one once.”* And George reckoned right, you may think you are biting into the green juicy pear jelly bean but don’t be too surprised when you the booger...
York Peppermint Patties and Pearson’s Foil Mint Patties
Vintage York Peppermint Patty Advertisement Circa 1950's Sharability: 6 Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 6 Novelty: 7 Overall: 9 Though you may think that these two different companies produce the exact same peppermint patty you might be surprised to find out that the York and Pearson make two very different patties. Beginning with the first impression, York’s peppermint patties are thicker and denser than Pearson’s smaller, wimpier patty. The layer of dark chocolate coating on Pearson’s patty is darker and thinner to go along with the thinner layer of peppermint cream. When you bite into you the York patty you can...
Sunkist Fruit Gems: Fun to Eat, More Fun to Throw
Sunkist Fruit Gems, manufactured by Jelly Belly Candy Co., are a candy classic and Kosher too. Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 6 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 8 Overall: 6 When I see these little individually wrapped gelatin candy blobs I think of only one thing, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs. During my childhood I went to a lot of Bar and Bat Mitzvahs (a Jewish ceremony for 12 and 13 year olds to represent a coming of age). The part I most looked forward to would be towards the end of the ceremony when the little cousin or little sister (which was me at my...
Share Your Lemonheads Amongst Friendlyheads
Did you know that over 500 Million - no, this is not a typo - Lemonheads are produced yearly! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 7 Convenience: 7 Novelty: 8 Overall: 9 Not to be confused with the 90’s rock band, lemonheads are a small ball of a hard candy coated in a soft sugary layer that adds the bang to the tang. The big lemon heads are good, I mean who doesn’t like one of their favorite candies in monster size, but they don’t have the same tang as the small original lemon heads that you get in the concessions box...
Claps for Licorice Snaps
Licorice Snaps, manufactured by American Licorice, are a beloved candy and are addictive to boot! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 7 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 10 Overall: 9 Each one of these hollow licorice cylinders is coated in a candy paint that gives each color a unique unidentifiable flavor. The colors green, orange, pink, and white all have a distinct flavor some of which are more enjoyable than others. The white is a nice sweet neutral taste that allows you to enjoy the licorice flavoring the most. The green, the pink, and the orange hit you with a strangely sweet flavor that...
Jordan, Almond, I now Pronounce you Man and Wife
Jordan Almonds are a wedding staple and have a truly unique place in candy history Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 8 Convenience: 9 Novelty: 5 Overall: 9 Jordan Almonds are one candy that I would never turn down. The hard and sweet candy shell packs such a crunch that when you make it to the almond in the center you are greeted with a soft bite. The almond adds a neutral almondy taste to the candy, which makes for a great balance of flavor leaving you craving more. The almond sits inside the candy egg for so long that it actually...
Forget Teddy Bears when you can have Gummi Bears
Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 6 Novelty: 6 Overall: 7 Aahhh what candy could be better known than the gummi bear? These cute little bear shaped gelatin candies are irresistible, even if you don’t like the taste. The smooth slimy texture is addicting and each color has its own corresponding flavor. The gummi bear was originated in Germany under the name Gummibär (rubber bear) or Gummibärchen (little rubber bear). Hans Reigel was the founder of the Haribo company in 1922 when he also invented bear-shaped sweets. Haribo first introduced its Gold-Bear product in the 1960s, and it has been...
Stop, Drop, Eat a Dum Dum Pop
A vintage advertisement for Dum Dum Lollipops, manufactured by Spangler Candy Company Denture Danger: 0 (10 if you try to bite it) Convenience: 10 Novelty: 10 Sharability: 10 Overall: 10 “I love candy! All candy! Chocolate, caramel, jawbreakers, suckers…”** One sucker that I think pretty much everyone knows and loves is the Dum Dum sucker. This little sucker is the perfect size for that sweet craving for anytime (if you remember to stuff a few in your pockets at the start of the day), and it can last as long as you allow it. A sales manager from the Akron...
Go Lollipop Licking Instead of Apple Picking with Tootsie Caramel Apple Orchard Pops
Why go Apple Picking when you can have a Tootsie Apple Orchard Lollipop in the comfort of your home.... Sharability: 0 (Unless you are one of those that like sharing lollipops) Denture Danger: 10 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 7 Overall: 9 With Tootsie’s Caramel Apple Orchard Pops you can have the most unique lollipop experience you’ve ever expected. Tootsie executed the idea of putting candy inside the lollipop, but it isn’t as often that you find candy coating the lollipop! With this candy apple pop you can get the sweet and sour caramel apple taste without getting caramel stickiness all over...
Airheads for the Rightheads
Airheads are a unique candy similar to taffy....but not exactly... Sharability: 7 Denture Danger: 6 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 7 Overall: 8 Airheads of the Perfetti Van Melle candy company are one of the few candies that really bring me nostalgia from my childhood. I remember my mom would buy packs of air heads and my brothers and I would argue over who would get the special white mystery flavor. Sometimes it would come down to a rock paper scissors match. The two remaining would then have the same argument over the blue raspberry flavor. Maybe it was just the color...
Beware of the Aliens in the Mystery Satellite Wafers
Satellite Wafers Candy have been enjoyed by candy lovers for over fifty years! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 0 Convenience: 5 Novelty: 9 Overall: 7 Also known as UFO candy, this candy is back from the 50s. These wafers remind me of what the priest puts on everyone’s tongue at communion. These paperlike bubbles come in blue, orange, white and pink and are filled with multicolored beadlike sugar candy balls. As soon as you drop the UFO into your mouth you taste the plain styrophoam like disc immediately begin to dissolve. As soon is the seal is broken the alien inhabitants...
Sweet, Chewy, Dirty, Slimy, Trolli Gummi Worms
Gummi Worms are sweet and slimy and perfect for kids of all ages... Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 7 Convenience: 7 Novelty: 5 Overall: 8 Germany originiated gummi candy with the gummi bears. But Hans Reigel’s gummi bears soon evolved into Trolli’s gummi worms. The gummi worm making process begins with an artist sketching what he/she wants the candy to look like. That sketch is then turned into a small plaster mold. The gummi ingredients are poured into large boilers where they are heated and then colored and flavored. The mix is poured into the worm molds and left for up...
Licorice Records to Licorice Wheels
Red Licorice Wheels are an old time classic Sharability: 4 Denture Danger: 4 Convenience: 6 Novelty: 7 Overall: 9 My mom told me about how when she was a kid, every day at lunch time she would line up at Ben’s Market with her friends with a penny in her sweaty palm ready to buy her favorite candy, a licorice record. The licorice record was a rolled up licorice ribbon that even had the little ridges that a record would have, in the center was a small piece of hard candy. Unfortunately, the candy records as my mom knew them...
Breaking News: Mars Men Abducted by Sour Patch Kids
Sour Patch Kids Gummi Candy was one of the first sour candies! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 9 Convenience: 6 Novelty: 7 Overall: 10 Sour patch kids are one of my personal favorites. I love sour patch kids so much for a few reasons. Firstly, every flavor is distinctly different, unlike M & M s or something where you can barely even tell the flavor difference of the different colors. The yellow lemon, lime green, orange orange, and cherry red all satisfy the tastebuds with their sandy sour kick. Sour patch kids are a common concession candy and for good reason....
Prepare for Halloween With Pop Rocks Pumpkin Patch Orange
The Charlie Brown character Linus would love Pop Rocks Pumpkin Patch Candy Sharability: 1 (way too good to share) Denture Danger: 0 Convenience: 6 Novelty: 8 Overall: 10 It is the eve of October 31st and the witches, monsters, and princesses are going house to house trying to make their pillowcases as heavy as possible. One secret that we know is that quality is better than quantity. We make sure to get pop rocks pumpkin patch orange edition for our trick-or-treaters. What could be more perfect for Halloween? You just know that at the end of the night each kid...
Bring on the Root Beer Barrels, Bring on the Party
Brachs Root Beer Barrels will liven any party! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 0 (8 if you chew it) Convenience: 10 Novelty: 8 Overall: 8 You can’t confuse the root beer barrel candy for anything else of because its unmistakable barrel shape. Even if you were blind and couldn’t distinguish the shape of the candy, you would know as soon as you popped the candy into your mouth because that sweet root beer flavor doesn’t hesitate to jump right out at you. So forget the kegs for this party because we’ve got the barrels. Root beer barrels! There are two kinds...
Has Anyone Ever Given you 100 Grand?
Do you love 100 Grand Bars? That is the $64,000 question..... Sharability: 9 Denture Danger: 9 Convenience: 4 Novelty: 6 Overall: 9 “Has anyone ever given you 100 Grand before?” That is something my dad likes to ask with reckless abandon whether it be to hotel clerks, airport ticket sellers, or anyone he wants to flatter in order to get a better deal. You would be surprised how often it works. You don’t have to use it to your marketing advantage like my dad does, but it is still fun to ask people, “has anyone ever given you a 100...
SWEDISH FISH: The Journey From Sweden to the USA
Swedish Fish are an enduring retro candy favorite! Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 7 Convenience: 7 Novelty: 7 Overall: 7 The Swedish Fish, as the name implies originated in Sweden by the Malaco candy company. In 1958 the Malaco company began exporting some of their candy goods to North America starting with licorices. In the late 60s into the early 70s Malaco started exporting Swedish fish and Swedish berries (the same candy shaped as berries and, sadly, now discontinued) which were altered slightly to appeal to the North American market. The Swedish fish are now made by the Cadbury Adams Company...
Double your Bubbles with Dubble Bubble Bubble Gum
Dubble Bubble Gum was invented in 1928 Sharability: 10 Denture Danger: 10 (what can I say? It is gum) Convenience: 9 Novelty: 8 Overall: 7 Dubble Bubble was first invented in 1928 by a man named Walter E. Diemer, an accountant at Fleer chewing gum company. Diemer experimented with chewing gum recipes and one day accidentally created a less sticky, more stretchable gum, and best of all, it made bubbles! Beginning in 1930 the gum was wrapped up with a comic strip about twin brothers Dub and Bub. Dubble Bubble was even a part of military rations during World War...
Enjoy Gummy Peach Rings in moderation...
Trolli Peach Rings are the best! Sharability: 9 Denture Danger: 8 Convenience: 7 Novelty: 6 Overall: 9 As soon as you open the bag, a burst of the peachy sweetness aroma floats up your nose preparing your senses for the eating of peach ring. Manufactured by Farley & Sathers, under the brand name Trolli, these ring shaped gummies are fun to put on your fingers to admire your beautiful orange and yellow jewelry before ripping them off with your teeth. If you suck on the peach ring instead of chewing it up the sandpapery sugar melts...
Brach's Not-So-Salty Salt Water Taffy
Salt Water Taffy is a summer favorite! Sharability: 5 Denture Danger: 10 Convenience: 8 Novelty: 9 Overall: 10 Do not be disgusted by the name of this candy because salt water is only in the name and not in the list of ingredients. Though no one is sure where the name originated, the most popular story is of a man named David Bradley who had a store on the Atlantic City boardwalk in 1883. One day a tidal wave rushed over his store soaking everything he had with salt water. The next day a girl walked into his store asking...
Will the real Fun Dip please stand up
Did you know that Fun Dip was once called Lik-M-Aid Are you still searching for Lik-M-Aid? True candy lovers know that the classic “lick and dip” candy known as Lik-M-Aid was introduced in 1942 and disappeared in the late 1980’s only to reemerge as Fun Dip. The candy was always intended for dipping but the iconic “dipping stick” known affectionately as Lik-A-Stick was not added until the 1970’s. The actual flavor remains a mystery and a subject of debate. As for the powdered sugar ,different variations have been introduced throughout the years and they remain similar to what is found...
McCraws Taffy is back!
McCraws Giant Taffy Sticks are back! Mc Craws Taffy disappeared from the shelves of candy stores about two (2) years ago without explanation. The phone number for the original manufacturer was disconnected and rumors circulated as to whether this classic taffy would ever be available again. A few months ago, it was announced that the original owners were back in business and candy lovers rejoiced! Why the fuss you ask? Mc Craw’s Old Fashioned Taffy Sticks have been a cult item ever since their accidental discovery in 1900. They are colorful, great tasting and oh so retro. Originally, the company...
Welcome to the Pop Rocks Laboratory
Perform a unique Pop Rocks Science Experiment Pop Rocks Magic Potion Sharability: 2 (This one is almost too good to share) Denture Danger: 0 Convenience: 0 Novelty: 8 Overall: 9 Welcome to the Pop Rocks laboratory! This candy equally delicious and fun. The kit comes with a test tube, a small bag of pop rocks, and two secret ingredients. The directions laid out as pictures on the back of the package use the measuring unit “some” to simply explain the directions to the experiment. “1. Pour some water. 2. Add some pop rocks. 3. Add some secret Ingredient 1 and...
Laffy Taffy and Nerds are a changin'
News Flash Laffy Taffy Bulk Candy We all know that candy lovers can be a fickle lot and resistant to change especially when it affects a tried and true candy favorite We have been informed of the following , from the good folk's at Nestles, makers of many of America's favorite sweets that two of their best selling bulk candy items are changing their product mix. Nerds Bulk will be changing their mix to include Strawberry which will be replacing Apple - Coated Watermelon. The good news is that Lemonade Wild Cherry will continue Laffy Taffy will also be changing...
Now or Later? That is the Question.
Now & Laters Candy Sharability: 9 Denture danger: 9 Convenience: 10 Novelty: 7 Overall: 9 Now and Laters are quite the classic candy. Their old slogan, “Eat some now, Save some for Later” was replaced by the popular and true slogan, “Hard ‘N Fruity now and Soft ‘N Chewy Later”. This slogan describes the candy’s cycle that represents the main difference between the Now and Later and the Laffy Taffy. Compared to the Laffy Taffy, the “Soft’ N Chewy” Now and Later has a slightly denser consistency than the Laffy Taffy which has a greater 'denture danger' is softer and...
Why has the taste of Brach's Malts changed?
Brach's Malted Milk Balls aka Brach's Malts Brach's Malted Milk Balls aka Brach's Malts have been a favorite of candy lovers for many years. The candy was made with delicious rich milk chocolate and had a crunchy malt center. In recent months, the taste has changed and many think that it has not been for the better. We contacted Customer Service at Brach's Candy (a subsidiary of Farley's & Sathers) and they graciously replied as follows: "Farley's & Sathers made an adjustment to this product formula. We will be evaluating consumer reactions and responses to the changes in this product...
Welcome to Candy Land
Candy, it can be chewy or crunch, sour or sweet, gummy or hard, it can be any color, any shape, any thing. I’m Becca, I'm 19 and just like you, I’m a candy lover. I am going to eat, rate, research, and write blogs about candies from candyfavorites.com to help you decide what candies to buy. Before I start the candy munching there are a few things that I want to share with you about candy. Throughout my years of candy eating I have learned something that every candy lover should know. Candy is meant to be shared. Along with...
Baby Ruth Candy Bar
I Introduced in 1920 , the Baby Ruth candy bar has fueled one of the great candy mysteries with speculation as to where it got it's name Some say it was the great baseball slugger, while other's claim it was President Grover Cleveland's daughter. Here's another piece of candy trivia: The fabled Baby Ruth and Butterfinger candy bar were originally made by the now defunct Curtis Candy Company The company president, Otto Schnering, used a unique, albeit dangerous, marketing ploy of dropping these candy bars out of planes over major cities The candy is no longer manufactured by the...
Brachs Sugarfree Starbrite Mints & Sugar Free Caramels
We have been receiving many request for Brachs Starbrite Mints and Caramel Squares in Sugarfree and, sadly, it was reported to us by Brachs that the product has been "discontinued and the stock has been depleted"
Brachs has not announced whether they plan to reintroduce this product at a later date
Should it become available again, it will surely be added to the lineup on CandyFavorites.com
How Sweet It Is: Building the Candy Buffet of Your Dreams
(from Favor Ideas) So — you've caught the candy buffet bug. You're not alone. More and more brides want to see a tower of sweets at their reception. Motives differ: some like how buffets allow guests to hunt and pick according to their personal sweet tooth. Others like the fairytale flavor. Candyland, Babes in Toyland, Willy Wonka: some of our earliest dreams of abbondanza involve forests where gumdrops hang from trees, chocolate runs in rivers and pillars are peppermint sticks. But just as with Hansel and Gretel, there's a catch to the candy buffet. Namely? Pulling off a successful one...
Peep This! The Many Uses of the Famous Chicks
It seems that everywhere I go, I see Easter candy. I use this term loosely, for these days I classify anything wrapped in pastel colors as being “Easter.” These days M&M’s come in lavender and Reese Peanut Butter Cups are wrapped in green; and they’re everywhere. No matter how much pink, yellow, and light blue I see, the candy that represents this quintessential moment in spring the best are marshmallow chicks – Peeps. These colorful and squishy chicks have been around for decades. Ever since its debut in the 1920s, they have become an important part of Spring tradition. I...
Warning: Take Liquor Lickers in Moderation
I spent the past five days in utter bliss. I left the blizzards of Pittsburgh behind and baked poolside in 90 degree weather in Acapulco, Mexico. The best part of my trip? The open bar, where I was able to sip Strawberry Daiquiris and Bahama Mamas all day and all night long. You can only imagine my rude awakening when I walked out of the doors of Pittsburgh International Airport. Not only was it snowing, but the weather forecast warns us to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day indoors! I watched my golden tan fade away as I rotted indoors, and fervently...
Bubble Yum Welcomes Hershey's Chocolate to the Family
I am not a fan of big changes, especially when I’m comfortable with the current state of people, things, and situations. I’m wary when my favorite restaurant hands me a new menu. It even bothered me when Bazooka gum and Cracker Jacks both changed their original packaging. Sure they still taste the same, but why change something that’s been working for ages? Although I am resistant to change, one change in an existing product line both interested and enlightened me, so that even I have to admit this is an improvement of something that was already great. Let me introduce...
Обзор игрового автомата Green Slot от Endorphin
Введение Игровой автомат Green Slot от Endorphina предлагает уникальное сочетание простоты и возможностей для выигрыша. Этот слот привлекает игроков яркой графикой и интуитивно понятным интерфейсом. В нашем обзоре мы рассмотрим все особенности Green Slot, включая его разработчика, правила игры, символы, аналогичные слоты и лучшие казино для игры. О разработчике Green Slot был создан компанией Endorphina, одним из лидеров в сфере разработки игр для онлайн казино. Endorphina известна своими инновационными решениями и высоким качеством продукции. Игры от этого разработчика отличаются разнообразием тем и механик, что делает их популярными среди игроков по всему миру. Как играть в Green Slot Green Slot -...
A Life In Candy: Retro Gift Pack Brings It All Back
While surfing through the McKeesport Candy Co. website I found the Retro Candy Gift Pack, all of which comes straight and direct from the hazy days of my childhood. The late 80s and early 90s were, for this twenty-something, the pinnacle of sugary achievement. This pack includes it all, but I'm going to focus on a few particular items which deserve attention all on their own. 1. Candy Jewelry Is there a single girl out there who didn't love wearing candy jewelry? Heck, I'll still wear a candy necklace from time to time with a T-shirt, just as a fun...
Not Just One, but Allsorts of Licorice
For those of you who like licorice, there’s a great brand called Licorice Allsorts. Not only does it boast the same great taste you licorice-lovers come to expect and crave, its unique appearance adds to the fun of eating. One bag contains licorice shaped in pink, orange, blue and white cubes and sprinkled spheres. My very first experience with licorice was a bad one. I tried a string of black licorice when I was in kindergarten and it seemed as if I would never be able to wash that strong taste out of my mouth. That day, my teacher had...
Hail Black Day : A List of Candy for the Anti-Valentine
Valentine’s Day has become a commercial phenomenon. Since 1381, when Geoffrey Chaucer first recorded February 14 to be a day of recognition, this day of love has been celebrated around the globe. Its relatively unknown counterpart is Singles Awareness Day (SAD), also known as Black Day. It is a day for singles to celebrate, or un-celebrate, their independence. Just like the Emo psyche is misunderstood and overshadowed by the teen pop idols, Valentine’s Day has outshone Black Day, which is why I am taking if upon myself to list a few gift ideas for the celebrators of this day. Black...
Go (Swedish) Fish!
Valentine’s Day penny cards were an important part of my childhood, as were Swedish Fish. In the multicolored packs, I used to pick out only the red ones and throw out the other colors. Even as I grew out of playing with Barbies and driving plastic wheels and grew into driving real cars and taking college classes, my love for the chewy red fish didn’t wallow or wane. In fact, when I’m studying for an exam, I need such snacks like Swedish Fish within arm’s reach to get through the night. There’s no better distraction than the little red scraps...
Bazooka Bubble Gum: A Hard Knock Life
Long gone are the days of “Bazooka zooka bubblegum.” Remember how easy it was to recognize the small red, white, and blue in the bucket at the corner store? Remember how important it was to read about Bazooka Joe while chewing hard enough to blow bubbles? I collected so many of those wrappers that I could started pasting them in a scrapbook and read through them often. But Bazooka left those simple days behind. I ignored the strange expansion of the Bazooka line to include flavors like strawberry and grape. I even turned the other way when they decided to...
Peerless Quality Confection Since 1914 - RIP
It came as a complete shock but effective 15 February,2007, one of America's oldest candy manufacturers will be closing it's doors leaving a void in the domestically produced bulk candy industry. Truth be told, few saw this coming and below is an excerpt from their letter as to the reasons as to why they are ceasing production... January 12, 2007 TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS We regret to announce that Peerless Confectionary Company, manufacturer of quality hard candies in Chicago, Illinois, since 1924, will cease operations effective April 30, 2007. Declining consumption of hard candy and the increasing prevalence of imports...
Breast Cancer Awareness Candy Update
As most of the visitors to CandyFavorites.com know, we are offering the exclusive Hershey's Pink Candies in support of Young survival Coalition. The available candies are Hershey Kisses, Dark Chocolate Nuggets and, my personal favorite, York Peppermint Patties
We are donating $3 per every purchase of four (4) bags and supplies are running low....
Not only are these benefitting a great cause but it is a joy to sell a product that tastes good and, hopefully, helps make the world a better, sweeter place
Altoids make a break from their illustrious past
On CandyFavorites, our description for Altoids reads: "Altoids are one of the oldest breath mints and are still made from the same formula that dates back to the reign of England's King George". Unfortunately this is no long true as the formula was changed in April this year when they substituted 'corn syrup' with 'glucose syrup' and 'artificial flavor'...and as a result they don't taste quite the same, at least to us seasoned Altoids customers. I'm sure they have their reasons for making this change, just as Coca-Cola did at the end of the 1980's when they took the original...
Dark Chocolate M&M's
Few products have captured the imagination and tastebuds of candy lovers as Dark Choclate M&M's have...
Originally introduced as a Limited Edition, they soon grew to"cult" status and became harder and harder to find
At CandyFavorites.com, we are always looking for the latest product and we are proud to announce that we these in stock in several different packaging options as well as 5 pound bulk cases!
We are not sure how long supplies will last but we are sure that these are one of the best tasting candies to hit the market....
Everybody Loves Pez
Pez was probably my favorite candy growing up. There were so many cool dispensers and the pez just tasted so good. Plus it was pretty neat eating candy out of something's neck. My parents usually got me pez at each holiday. I always had a Santa or Rudolph dispenser at Christmas, and a bunny at Easter. Sometimes if my parents were feeling generous they would come home with a cool character for me and my sister. We used to trade different characters all the time. But pez isn't just for kids. Sure parents don't go around buying their own pez...
Bacherlorette Fun
At every bachelorette party, the gag gifts are inevitable. In fact, it's usually one of the best parts, besides that fireman stripper of course. Well I have found what is probably the most useful (not to mention yummy) gag gift. It's the penis candy necklace. It's pretty much the same as a regular candy necklace, but instead of the little circles, you get penises. Now of course there are usually some sort of penis gag gifts in the bags already. But normally they don't taste this good! Which is why they are the most useful gag gift. Of course...
Cadbury Creme Eggs Love
I knew there was a reason I loved March and April. It's not the promise of spring, or the knowledge that my classes are almost over. It's Cadbury Creme Eggs. I absolutely love them. During the months they are available everywhere I make sure to have at least two boxes in the house at all times. Now there are a lot of different Cadbury eggs. They have caramel and chocolate filled. But I love the original creme. Milk chocolate on the outside, and the white and yellow sugary creme on the inside. I think if I had to pick only...
Chocolate Covered Anything
As most of you can probably tell, I love chocolate. And by love I mean I would marry it if marriage to an edible object was ever made legal. There are just so manys kinds of chocolate. Dark chocolate, white chocolate, and my personal favorite, milk chocolate. But I try not to discriminate, as all chocolate is wonderful. So it has recently come to my attention that almost anything covered in chocolate is better than the thing itself. I mean pretzels are great, but so much better when chocolate covered. Raisons are ok, but put them in chocolate and...
My Favorite Flavor
One of my favorite things about candy in the whole world is something that goes on in your head, something that only works when you're eating candy. It has to do with perception of flavor. What's this you ask? Is the Candy Critic using big words? You better believe it. You see I love cherries; I could eat a hundred of them. I'll eat so many cherries that many parts of my body protests and violently disagree with the amount of cherries I've consumed and really let me know it. The thing is I love cherry flavored candies too. When...
Candy May Be Dandy...
I always feel like when I write a blog for the Candyblog that I'm complaining, maybe I just use this place to vent. Well today is really going to be no different. Whenever I tell people that I'm the Candy Critic they always ask if I do chocolate too. I think chocolate is candy so, yes I do. I tell them that I also do chips and the occasional cookie as well. Then most people tell me that those aren't candy at all. Well I'm here to tell you that these people are probably right, by definition. But I started...
Sugar Rush
There is nothing like a complete sugar rush. I'll admit, it's been a while. Getting a sugar rush usually relates with being a kid, but I think adults could so with a sugar rush every so often too! So what is the best candy for a sugar rush you ask? It's something that you probably ate as a kid. They aren't as popular now what with all the new fangled sugar candy around. But as they say, oldies are goodies! It's all about the Pixy Stix! There's nothing better than ripping off the top and pouring all that flavored sugar...
It's so sour it'll make me cry
One of the trends in the candy world that really came out of the 80s is the super sour. For years every candy company in the world has been looking for a way to make me cry. I have to say some have made it for me, I've cried more from eating some sour concoctions than I did at the end of old Yeller. It's a strange sensation too, that feeling that every muscle in your mouth is contracting in such a way that you can't move your tongue. The worst part of it is when your eyes start to...
Through the Hard Times
Hello candy lovers! I have to apologize for the lack of updates. I had some technical difficulties for the past week, and by technical difficulties I mean evil computer viruses. They left me internetless for a week! On average I spend about 75% of my day online. So this was a big blow for me. I needed some comfort. So what did I do? I turned to candy of course. An old friend that helped me make it through the tough times. Yes those miniature Reeses cups were there for me. With their sweet chocolate outer layer, and creamy peanut...
chocoalte-pretzels-are-a-Blast From My Past
Chocolate pretzels. How I have missed them! On my trip to the warehouse last week, they were one of the items I picked up. When I think about chocolate pretzels, I am immediately brought back to my years in middle school. Those awkward years where most of us had braces and hadn't yet grown into our bodies, were made better by chocolate pretzels. After a long day of school, I would always go straight to the vending machine for a bag of chocolate pretzels. It was my little reward for making it through the day. And of course the...
Candy Heaven: My Trip to the Warehouse
Yes candy lovers, that's right! I got to visit the warehouse where all the wonderful candy is received, stored, packaged, and then sent out into the world. It all started Monday morning. Since I didn't have any classes to attend, it was a good day to go. When I first walked in, I met all of the very lovely women who work there answering phones and putting data into the computers. Then we went into the first room. On the right were tables filled with packages ready to be sent out. To the left was the first of many larges...
The Reality of Candy
I just finished trying an interesting snack, I took a look at the package and it said contains real and artificial ingredients. Now I've talked about this about 100 times on Candy Critic, for the most part I don't mind the idea of artificial flavors in candy. In fact I'm a big fan of some of the artificial flavors out in the world. I'm able to make the distinction in my mind that when a package says cherry flavored it might not really taste like cherries. The part that gets me thought is those treats that say they have both....
The Reward System
This one is for all the college students out there. Well actually, anyone who has a lot of studying or reading to get through. So you've decided to tackle a few chapters of Organic Chemistry today, or perhaps some Shakespeare for your English Lit class. Whatever the case, you have a daunting task ahead of you. So you ask yourself, is there any way to make this more bearable?? Well sure, there is the popular solution of reading two pages and then giving up. But that really doesn't help you does it? Well I have found a solution! I've tried...
Remembering the Simple Things
I always loved Candy Buttons as a kid. The pink, yellow, and blue little drops of sugar on paper. They tasted great and always gave you energy! Plus they were small, so you could get away with eating a lot of them. But as time passed I was introduced to new and exciting candy, and I forgot about the Candy Buttons. They were old-fashioned. This Christmas my three year old cousin came to visit. Among her gifts of Disney Princesses and videos, my mom put in a package of Candy Buttons. My cousin was so excited! She had some before...
The Search Continues
One of the things people assume is that the Candy Critic knows all. Well maybe not all but they assume I know of every candy ever made and that's just not possible. Most people don't really get the chance to live in many places, or even shop in that many places. When you travel often you stay in resorts or tourist areas that cater to the idea that people like snacks from their own country. Rarely do people take the time to look into a local grocery store for snacks, nor do I blame them either. I mean if I'm...
New Year? New Candy....
Happy New Year candy lovers!! I'm sure everyone is out celebating, unfortunately I have a virus so I'm in bed thinking about resolutions. Every year people make the same resolutions. Go to the gym. Finish a book. Save more money. And every year people break this resolutions about a week into the new year. So I have come up with a new plan. I have found a resolution that I think is much easier to keep then anything listed above. Once a week (or month depending on your budget) try a new candy. It can be anything. Even if you...
The Ultimate Cookie
Merry Christmas and happy holidays candy lovers! Hopefully you all received some sweet treats this holiday season. I know I did. I spent the past few days baking dozens and dozens of cookies. And of course eating them as well! After making so many different kinds of cookies, I have decided which one is the ultimate holiday cookie. Before I tell you, I of course have to list all the competition. I made yummy chocolate chip cookies, oatmeal cookies, peanut butter cookies with a hershey kiss in the middle, and butter cookies in holiday shapes with sprinkles. Now ALL of...
Smores: Do It Right
My roommates and I have a weekly tradition. Every week when we go grocery shopping, we buy a bag of chocolate to eat for the week. Last week, my roommate got miniature Hershey Smores bars. None of us had ever tried them before, so we thought why not? They were pretty good. Milk chocolate, marshmellow, and graham cracker bits. But something was definitely missing. We finished the bag off in a week, and we of course enjoyed them thoroughly. But I decided that they just couldn't compare to REAL smores. You know, a graham cracker bottom, a piece of a...
Giving Candy The Business
So I've been at this whole "Candy Critic" thing for a few years now and I've put a whole lot into it. I've traveled around, harassed people that travel to buy me candy and eaten things I don't even want to talk about. One of my travels took me to the National Candy Expo in Chicago, don't even try and go because you have to be invited. But it does exist, a convention completelly dedicated to the love of candy, or so thought. You see the candy industry is a billion dollar machine; these fun little snacks we eat are...
Candy: Love and Addiction
I spent the summer after my senior year of high school in Africa. Everyone thought I was nuts. I was giving up my last summer of freedom to live in a tent without showers or bathrooms. I had to get multiple shots and take malaria pills for a total of three months. And of course the food situation was different. There were about 20 of us that went, and we each had to carry 30 pounds of food in our backpacks. There was no room for candy or chocolate. I spent the majority of the summer working with AIDS orphans....
HERSHEY'S KISSABLES
With the market flooded with new products, it is a pleasure to see a product that is new, unique and tastes great! Hehrshey's Kissables are bite size, candy coated mini Hershey Kisses with the only difference being that they are unwrapped. Truth be told, they taste great and would be perfect for baking, snacking or throwing at your kid sister... In a market filled with duplications of duplications, we would like to tip our hats to Hershey's for introducing the next "hot" candy.... Although it isn't available in an obscure flavor or color like many of the recent "Limited Editions",...
The Definition of Candy
One of the biggest complaints I get about candy critic is people calling something that I review not candy. Chips are the biggest complaint, people tell me all the time that I shouldn't review chips or salty snacks. I don't know about that, I think chips are candy; the national confectioners association has chips at their All Candy Expo. I say chips are candy, just because it's not sweet doesn't make it not candy. People have to open their minds a little and realize that just because it's not a lollypop or a mint, it's still candy. If you where...
The Lost Holiday
Candy is a staple of holidays. Of course Halloween being the biggest. But then there is also tons of candy around for Christmas, Easter and the 4th of July. So why is it that there isn't Thanksgiving candy? Everyone always talks about the turkey, the potatoes, the cranberry sauce, the stuffing, and the pumpkin pies. But what about candy? Thanksgiving is unfortunately stuck between Halloween and Christmas. I guess people thought the Halloween candy could hold them over until Christmas. But personally, I don't think its fair. Thanksgiving is a great holiday, and it should get attention from the candy...
What You Can Learn From Candy
At Rochester Institute of Technology you would assume all the learning happens in the confines of the classroom or the computer lab. But for Halloween, the Residence Life and Student Health Center staff decided to bring the education directly to the students in their residence hall rooms and apartments. We used candy and some catchy names to educate our students about Sexually Transmitted Infections (formally known as STD's or VD's). The staff dressed up in their costumes and went "reverse trick-or-treating" to each room and apartment delivering a bag of goodies. Each bag contained a statistics card with a picture...
What is the Candy Critic's Favorite Candy?
What's new? People always ask me what my favorite candy is. It makes sense, having tried hundreds of different treats from all over the world and written about them I can understand why that's the most common question. The thing that isn't common is my answer. Sure I've got a top ten list on Candy Critic number one being Kit Kat, but is that really my favorite treat? No, what I crave is something different, something I've never tried before, it doesn't even have to taste that great, I just need a change. That's kind of how Candy Critic started;...
Five Cents
Do you remember when candy used to cost 5 cents or less? I do, which actually makes me feel old. But nevertheless, its another good family memory. I think being home for a wedding this past weekend is what spawned my overabundance of childhood memories. But it's always good to remember happy times from the past. My grandma had a little shore house in Sea Isle. Once a year, my family would stay down there for a few days. I have a lot of memories from that shore house. But my favorite memory is the little convenience store that was...
I like your sister better....
Ok we've all had Butterfingers before. Maybe at Halloween, or from a store, or perhaps from a vending machine. But whatever the case, I know you've all had one. Unless you are allergic to peanut butter, in which case, don't eat one. Now I have always enjoyed Butterfingers. They are tasty! Chocolate and peanut butter~ yum! But I am here to tell you that I have discovered something better. *GASP* Yes, better than the Butterfinger. But it is still related to the Butterfinger. In fact, I would call them sisters! I saw it for the first time yesterday on my...
Holiday Spirit
In honor of this mornings snow flurries, I felt the need to post about my favorite Christmas holiday candy. Much like candy corn reminds me of Halloween, this candy always brings me into the Christmas spirit! What is white, red, and sticky all over? CANDY CANES!!! Christmas is without a doubt my favorite holiday. I love the spirit of it all. So much love all around (ok not counting the family get togethers!). But candy canes are what really capture the spirit of Christmas. When I think about Christmas, I think about little kids running around with candy canes in...
Birthdays and Chocolate
Today I went to the craziest first birthday party that I've ever seen. There were tons of people and food. And there were two birthday cakes. Yes, two! The first was a big cake that had a picture of beautiful baby Jordan on it. The second one was a smash cake, and it was all for Jordan. He sat in his high chair in front of this cake and dug in with his little fingers. Naturally, not all of the icing and cake made it into little Jordan's mouth. In fact, a lot of it was on his face, in...
Love/Hate Relationships
You've all been there. That person that you just want to kill sometimes, but you still love them. Ok well I'm applying this concept to candy. Not just any candy. I'm talking about THE candy. You see this candy and the first thought in your head is Halloween. With Halloween fast approaching, I thought this would be a good topic to discuss. So without further ado (drum roll please)... Candy Corn!!! Yes I'm talking about the tiny yellow, orange, and white candies. I love them, I really do. Not only are they yummy, but they really put you in the...
To Wax or Not to Wax
That is the question. And no I'm not talking about wax strips, I'm talking about wax lips and wax fangs. Always a favorite for kids around halloween. I, myself, have had both in the past. However, I'm not 100% sure how I feel about them. Yes of course they are always fun to wear and make faces with. I particularly enjoyed trying to kiss people with the big wax lips as a child. The fangs were even better in my opinion for halloween. The finishing touch on a nice vampire costume. Of course the trick was not to eat your...
An Affair to Remember
I was watching my favorite TV show, Lost, the other day. In the short version, a plane crashes on a mysterious island and strands about 48 survivors with no food. After more than a month on the island, the female lead finds an underground room that is filled with food. She goes straight for a chocolate bar. As I watched that I thought, I would totally do the same thing! What is it about chocolate that makes women go weak in the knees? I asked a few people what they thought. Here is what they had to say! "It makes...
Star Wars Dark Chocolate M&M's
What will they think of next.... Masterfoods USA just released M&M's in Dark Chocolate to coincide with the new episode of Star Wars... The M&M's come in dark chocolate peanut as well as plain and they are quite good ( I would be remiss if I didn't add that I have a weakness for dark chocolate) Although supposedly a limited edition, you can easily collect seventy two different collector's pack. They are unique and if you love dark chocolate and M&M's, my advice is to get your hands on as many as possible! To try the Dark Chocolate Plain M&M's,...
Juiceful no longer?
Good question and we hope not!
According to CandyBusiness magazine, "Ragolds will close it's doors at year's end... Best known in recent years for it's Juiceful's brand with liquid fruit juice centers....the closing is "unavoidable" as its long term financial outlook is poor..."
We have not been able to confirm this report but surely hope that this candy favorite is not discontinued...
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