CandyRific has introduced a new display panel for its Marvel’s Avengers character fans. Thor-, Loki- and Black Panther-themed character fans are highlighted in this display panel that stands 41.75 inches tall, is 14.5 inches wide and 5.5 inches deep. The display panel holds up to 24 character fans. Each fan comes with 0.53 ounces of […]
Grinch and Hershey’s Kisses Featured in Holiday Giveaway
The Hershey’s Kisses brand and Dr. Seuss‘s The Grinch have joined forces to create a partnership that “reflects all that the holidays have to offer.” “Naughty or nice, everyone — including the Grinch — deserves a little holiday cheer,” said Joe Gibilisco, manager of Holiday for Hershey’s, “and that’s where the Hershey’s Kisses Milk Chocolates…
Kool-Aid Fruity Chews
With Hilco and Kraft Heinz’s latest partnered innovation, Hilco is expanding its line of Kool-Aid brand candy with the new Kool-Aid brand Fruity Chews, in the three most popular flavors. Kool-Aid brand Fruity Chews are fruity panned chew candies that come in the Tropical Punch, Cherry and Grape flavors, with the Kool-Aid Man’s likeness featured […]
‘Tis the Season: Gingerbread Red Vines, Sugar Cookie Chocolate and More
CStore Decisions is back with some seasonal, holiday-themed candy products from Hershey, American Licorice Co. and CandyRific.
Gingerbread Licorice Twists
Red Vines is launching a new holiday innovation: Red Vines Gingerbread Twists. This candy joins many new Red Vines and Sour Punch products this season. The twists are a festive, limited-edition candy complete with a gingerbread flavor. They can be added into gingerbread house-building activities or other holiday art, as well as inside stockings. Red […]
Ferrero Unveils Seasonal Products to Celebrate the Holidays
With the holidays upon us, Ferrero is introducing seasonal products, from gifts to last minute stocking stuffers, table décor and everything in between. For families who want to countdown to Christmas, Kinder is unveiling the brand new Kinder Holiday Countdown Kalendar, allowing customers to enjoy a Kinder chocolate each day leading up to Dec. 25.…
How Is Bubble Gum Faring at C-Stores?
While overall gum sales have struggled at c-stores during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, bubble gum is proving to be a bright spot for gum sales at convenience stores. At convenience stores, total sugar bubble gum enjoyed dollar sales growth of 7.7% for the 52 weeks ending Aug. 8, 2021, per IRI. Compare that to overall…
Funfetti and Wintergreen Candy Canes
Ferrara announced new Brach’s candy cane flavors to join the Red & White Candy Canes, Cherry Rainbow Candy Canes and Sweetarts Candy Canes: Funfetti Candy Canes and Wintergreen Candy Canes. Funfetti Candy Canes: Nestled inside wrappers accented with the vibrant Funfetti dots fans know and love, these treats feature actual rainbow sprinkles inside each cane. […]
Striped Gummy Candies
Building off the growth and heritage of Fruit Stripe Gum, Fruit Stripe is launching its first-ever Gummy candy with three flavors swirled into a striped gummy candy version of the Fruit Stripe Mascot, Yipes the Zebra. Flavors include Tangerine, Lemon and Cherry. The candy is available in March 2022 in 3.25-ounce peg bags. The suggested […]
Hershey Expands Snack Offering With Purchase of Dot’s Pretzels
The Hershey Co. announced it will acquire Dot’s Pretzels LLC, the owner of Dot’s Homestyle Pretzels as well as its partner manufacturer and distributor, Pretzels Inc. Dot’s Pretzels are a perfect complement to Hershey’s growing salty snacking portfolio and would create an opportunity to reach new consumers in new occasions, advancing Hershey’s snacking powerhouse vision.…