Candy’s always been a consumer favorite and an ever-popular c-store staple. But the candy industry, like many others, is rapidly evolving to meet consumers’ expectations and keep them coming back for more — or to try something new. So, what are some top candy trends from this past year to consider as we enter 2022?…
Valentine’s Day-Themed Candy Fans and Gummies
CandyRific will soon be offering Valentine’s Day products. The Sweet Squad Candy Fans are colorful Kittycorn Mermaid, Unicorn, Llama and Mermaid Fans. Each comes with 0.53 ounces of assorted fruit-flavored dextrose candies. The suggested retail price (SRP) is $5.99, and they come in three six-count displays per case. The M&M’S Valentine’s Day-Themed Tube Fans come […]
How Can C-Stores Upsell Candy?
Upselling — the sales technique by which a retail establishment convinces a customer to purchase more expensive items, upgrades or add-ons to generate additional revenue — can bolster a bottom line. So how can convenience stores upsell candy? The answer lies in employee education and motivation, strong promotional offers and effective marketing and merchandising. Two…
Holiday Candy Sales Outpace Last Year’s
Americans are enthusiastic about the winter holiday season and the important role chocolate and candy play in their traditions and celebrations, according to data released by the National Confectioners Association (NCA) and IRI. Total seasonal confectionery sales are up by 20% over last year, the NCA said in a statement, with winter holiday chocolate sales…
Snowflake-Shaped Peppermint Patties
Hershey revealed a new holiday innovation for the season: York Peppermint Pattie Snowflakes — now available in a bag all by themselves — are snowflake-shaped treats that deliver a minty filling wrapped in dark chocolate. They are available for a limited time only nationwide in a 7.8-ounce bag with a suggested retail price (SRP) of […]
Reese’s Four-Pack Trees
Hershey released its new Reese’s innovations for the holiday season, one of which is Reese’s Snack Size Trees in a four-pack. The treat is 2.4-ounces per pack with a suggested retail price of $1.00. This four-pack of snack-sized treats can be an ideal stocking stuffer this season. The four-pack of Reese’s Snack Size Trees are […]
Jurassic World-Themed Candy Fan
CandyRific has expanded its line of candy fans to include a Jurassic World-themed everyday fan for 2022. The candy fan will be available prior to the June 10, 2022, release of the newest film in the blockbuster franchise, Jurassic World Dominion. This novelty light-up fan has a Tyrannosaurus Rex reaching up to a helicopter. It […]
Wintertime Licorice Packaging
Red Vines and Sour Punch recently launched seasonal innovations, including Red Vines Original Red Winter Twists. This soft and chewy licorice now comes in wintertime packaging and can be a mood-boosting treat for the chilly months. The suggested retail price is $1.39-$1.79 for a four-ounce tray. American Licorice Co. www.americanlicorice.com
How Did COVID-19 Impact Candy Sales at C-Stores?
Between dire news reports, lockdowns, mask mandates, vaccine injections, glass partitions, social distancing, working from home, shuttered schools, and friends and relatives actually contracting COVID-19, it’s not hard to see why consumers needed to reach for something sweet during the pandemic. And they did. As the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) pointed out, “Americans…
Sugar Cookie Chocolate Bar
The Hershey Co. released its new candy innovations for the holiday season, including Hershey’s Sugar Cookie Flavored Bar. Following the success of Hershey’s Kisses Sugar Cookie Flavored Candies, this new version of the classic Hershey’s bar features sugar cookie-flavored white creme and cookie pieces. With this sweet, sugar cookie treat, no baking is required. The […]