Mars Wrigley is introducing new innovations across its brand portfolio, which bring exciting, relevant products to surprise and delight consumers as well as meet their changing needs for the category. New Skittles Gummies are an exciting pop-able gummy candy sure to satisfy cravings with a burst of fruit flavor. Available in the Original Five Fruity Flavors and Wild […]
Mars Wrigley Plans Spring Release of Skittles Gummies
While disruption remains the overarching effect of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the confection market is growing in the convenience channel and the folks at Mars Wrigley are keeping busy with new product innovations. The candy giant introduced a fresh angle into its industry-leader Skittles – new Skittles Gummies, destined for store shelves in spring of…
Peanut Brownie Squares
Snickers has unveiled the brand’s biggest innovation to date, combining two beloved treats — Snickers bars and brownies — to create Snickers Peanut Brownie. The new Snickers Peanut Brownie features two individual squares, coated in the classic Snickers chocolate, with a layer of caramel and a chewy peanut-brownie filling. Snickers Peanut Brownie will be available nationwide beginning […]
Has COVID-19 Burst Candy’s Bubble?
Not only has the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted daily life for customers, and with it their shopping habits and needs, but it’s also affecting their priorities when it comes to candy selection. “It’s interesting, the moment mask-wearing became part of everyday life, the need and demand for fresh breath declines,” said Joe Bortner, category manager for…
Halloween Popping Candy
Hilco Halloween treats include KOOL-AID GHOUL-AID branded, three-pack Popping Candy peg bag and KOOL-AID brand 40 count Popping Candy laydown bag with triangular pouches. Each KOOL-AID GHOUL-AID branded peg bag contains three pouches of popping candy with a bang in Scary Berry flavor for Halloween. Candy weight is 0.72 ounces. The suggested retail price is $1.29 to […]
Hershey Develops New Virtual Network for Retail Partners
The Hershey Co. has developed a new capability for its retail partners that will help them stay ahead of the retail landscape during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. Hershey has announced a new virtual meeting opportunity called Hershey Insights Network (HIN) that is providing solutions for its retail partners to engage shoppers and enhance their…
Mickey and Friends Novelty Fans
CandyRific is rolling out its new Disney Mickey & Friends Fanimation Fan. Each Mickey & Friends Fanimation Fan includes 0.28 oz. of assorted fruit flavored dextrose candies (natural flavors and colors). Mickey & Friends joins the Fanimation line with additional popular characters including Entertainment One, Nick Jr’s Peppa Pig, DreamWorks’ Trolls, Disney’s Frozen 2, Marvel’s […]
Candy Mashup
Tic Tac is expanding its Adventure Line with the debut of Big Berry Adventure. The brand’s newest fruit innovation features a mashup of two rich raspberry and juicy blueberry flavors that come together with a playful shake. Created to inspire fun and adventurous moments for consumers, Big Berry Adventure is beginning to roll out on […]
Day of the Dead Halloween Fans
CandyRific has teamed up with several licenses for entertaining and safe Halloween fun. New Day of the Dead light up expression fans, along with character items from Ghostbusters, Scooby-Doo and M&M’S Brand are some of CandyRific’s Halloween treats. The Day of the Dead themed fans have a light up hub and the foam fan blades […]
Peanut Butter Cup With Pretzels
Available in November, new Reese’s Big Cups with Pretzels are a twist on the classic cup that’s bigger, saltier and packed with delicious pretzels. Reese’s Big Cups with Pretzels will be available in a 1.3-ounce standard size/single cup, suggested retail price (SRP) $1.49, and a 2.6-ounce king size/two cup (SRP $2.09). Additionally, Reese’s Peanut Butter […]