OGeez! launches sugar-free gummies in Arizona The gummies are available in Mellow Indica and Sunny Sativa varieties. Candy Industry Staff December 10, 2024 The product, which launched exclusively at Trulieve's 21 Arizona dispensaries in November, is now hitting dispensary shelves across the state.Read More
State of the Industry 2022: Hard candy sales up nearly 20 percent Health claims, flavor innovations, and nostalgia help drive growth, while price per unit increases contribute to higher dollar sales. Crystal Lindell July 12, 2022 Health claims, flavor innovations and nostalgia help drive growth, while price per unit increases contribute to higher dollar sales of hard candy.Read More
Liquid CORE Gum Co. debuts SMILE Gum Chewing gum after meals improves oral health, provides cognitive boost. June 23, 2022 Liquid Core Gum Co.'s newest release is sugar-free and can be used after meals or coffee when brushing is not an option.Read More
State of the Industry State of the Candy Industry 2021: Better-for-you, reduced-sugar treats gain momentum Healthier chocolates are seeing strong sales, while non-chocolate diet candy reflects complicated impact of pandemic. Crystal Lindell July 14, 2021 Healthier chocolates are seeing strong sales, while non-chocolate diet candy reflects the complicated impact of pandemic.Read More
Cocomels introduces Sugar Free Caramels Coconut milk caramels are sweetened with allulose, monk fruit. December 21, 2020 Naturally sweetened with allulose and monk fruit, Sugar Free Cocomels Caramels are keto friendly and contain no sugar alcohols.Read More
2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Hard candy sales dip Dollar sales dropped by 2.6 percent in year ending June 14, IRI says. Alyse Thompson July 20, 2020 While the chewy candy category continues to grow, U.S. sales for hard candy — driven by lollipops and sugar-free options — are seeing declines.Read More
Do consumers prefer reduced sugar over sweeteners? Innova Market Insights shares research on sugar-related claims in new product launches. Alyse Thompson November 13, 2019 Innova Market Insights says sugar-related claims continue to grow, and they’re increasingly taking more prominent on-pack positions.Read More
How Ted Cohen shaped the sugar-free candy sector we know today Recent Kettle Award recipient Ted Cohen helped launch the sugar-free hard candy category with Hillside Candy. Crystal Lindell October 1, 2019 Ted Cohen, former ceo and owner of Hillside Candy, recently received the 74th Annual Kettle Award for his work in the industry — including his vital role in advancing sugar-free hard candy.Read More
Report: Consumers don’t actually want less sugar — especially in candy FMCG Gurus research shows that consumers have negative perceptions about sugar, but they don’t actually change their diets. Mike Hughes July 8, 2019 Ultimately, consumers will prioritize indulgence over health when it comes to moments of enjoyment.Read More
Maker of Dr. John’s sugar-free sweets opens Michigan factory Investment in 22,000-sq.-ft. facility totaled $2.3 million. May 10, 2019 Sugar Free Specialties LLC, maker of Dr. John’s Healthy Sweets, has opened its $2.3 million manufacturing facility in Plainfield Township, Michigan. Read More