It all began with the Ring Pop, that jewel-shaped piece of candy placed on a plastic ring that resembles a pacifier.

The novelty candy category has that name for a reason. Manufacturers must keep tabs on what's new -- from flavor and ingredient trends to technology, and in many cases, the hottest movies and shows to come down the pike.

The incredibly popular Juicy Drop brand is expanding to now include Juicy Drop Gummies.

For the first time in five years, Bazooka Candy Brands is introducing a new Juicy Drop flavor — Blue Razz Watermelon Blast.