Hershey, PA - Ice Breakers Ice Cube Glitter Gum Summer Snow Cone features a cherry flavor and edible glitter dusting, a first for the segment, according to The Hershey Co.
The candymaker notes some trend experts have declared 2018 "the year of glitter" for new food products. "Consumers are looking for extra sparkle in everyday items - whether it's what they're eating. . . Read More
Sanders Candy is expanding its Mini Bites Collection with Milk Chocolate Honey Almond Caramels, made with real honey and no corn syrup, the candymaker reports.
This release comes on the heels of the January introduction of Dark Chocolate Blueberry Caramel, Milk Chocolate Covered Fudge and Milk Chocolate Cherry Almond Caramel to the range. Noting the bite-size collection has quickly gained popularity with . . . Read More
Kick'n Mango and Kick'n Pineapple are spiced dried fruit snacks featuring a sweet and sour combination with an added "kick of flavor," according to Laughing Giraffe Organics.
Made with dehydrated organic fruit, the mango variety has a hint of lime and jalapeño, while the pineapple item features cinnamon and sweet potato, according to the company. "We were inspired by global flavors and wanted to infuse . . . Read More
Extra Chewy Mints Hit The Market
Mars Wrigley Confectionery U.S., LLC's Extra chewing gum brand is migrating into the breath freshener segment with the launch of Extra Chewy Mints. Each mint has two layers - thin crispy outer shells and chewy freshening centers - and items come in the brand's two best-selling . . . Read More
With 70 percent of consumers worldwide reporting a preference for chocolate products featuring nuts, according to a Sterling Rice Group survey, it is no surprise chocolate-covered nuts are ubiquitous in sets around the world.
Further, during 2017 snacks featuring chocolate outpaced the overall market, which is not surprising given that consumers rate salty and sweet as a favorite
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