Trolli Sour Electric Crawlers to bring playful sourness to the candy aisle The Crawlers will make their initial debut at 7-Eleven stores in November, and will expand to additional retailers in December. Liz Parker Kuhn October 24, 2023 Trolli Sour Electric Crawlers debut this November, featuring two sour flavors zapped together, neon brite colors, and three flavor combinations.Read More
Airheads announces first-ever AI horror genre film festival Candymaker taps AI filmmakers for A.I.RHEADS SCAREFEST. Liz Parker Kuhn October 24, 2023 Airheads fans have the ability to create spooky AI films of their own and win a year’s worth of free Airheads and $2,000.Read More
See's Candies launches 2023 Advent Calendar earlier than ever before The Advent Calendar is an immersive experience with 24 numbered doors. Liz Parker Kuhn October 23, 2023 To celebrate the magic of the season, the brand has unveiled its 2023 Advent Calendar, complete with new and festive artwork.Read More
PODCAST: Nassau Candy on gummy trends The brand talks about what's trending in the gummy category right now. Liz Parker Kuhn October 23, 2023 We recently talked to Dana Rodio, director of brand strategy, at Nassau Candy, about what’s trending in the gummy category right now, and how the brand adapts to current trends.Read More
Halloween 2023: Spooktacular flavor trends this season from ofi The reconfiguration of nostalgic customer favorites has become more commonplace, with a rise in limited-edition ranges. Liz Parker Kuhn October 23, 2023 olam food ingredients’ (ofi’s) flavor experts recently shared their top chocolate, confectionery, and bakery trends for the 2023 Halloween season.Read More
Sour Patch Kids asks fans to face the ghosts of their past this Halloween Fans can win a grand prize of $5,000 and Sour Patch Kids candy. Liz Parker Kuhn October 20, 2023 Those soured by cringy photos from their past are challenged to win sweet rewards in new campaign.Read More
RED Delight introduces orange and almond oat milk chocolate bar The chocolate is 100% vegan and is also keto-friendly. Liz Parker Kuhn October 20, 2023 The bar is European-crafted, with no added sugar, and is also gluten-free, non-GMO, Kosher, and palm oil-free. Read More
Incredible Group brings Jelly Belly jelly bean flavors to life with new toy line The squishy toys are scented to replicate Jelly Belly flavors. Liz Parker Kuhn October 19, 2023 Incredible Group redefines sweet sensations with a squishy and scented assortment of Jelly Belly toys.Read More
How America's Halloween candies face the test of rising costs One in two consumers use cost-saving strategies when buying Halloween candy. Liz Parker Kuhn October 19, 2023 With sugar prices soaring by 42%, there's a possible threat of candy shortages and inflated prices this year. Read More
NCA seeks nominations to honor confectionery industry leaders All awards will be presented on March 10 during a recognition ceremony at NCA's 2024 State of the Industry Conference. Liz Parker Kuhn October 19, 2023 The National Confectioners Association (NCA) is currently seeking nominations of outstanding industry leaders across several disciplines for awards.Read More