While the gummies are infused with Truly tropical flavors, the alcohol itself is cooked off in the production process, making the gummies themselves nonalcoholic.

Maxwell Debbas, managing partner, new product development specialist and chocolatier, recently spoke to Candy Industry about Debbas Gourmet’s wholesale opportunities, the inspiration behind the A’cappella line and its chocolate subscription services.

Portland, Oregon-based Moonstruck Chocolate Co. has collaborated with 2 Towns Ciderhouse, a Corvallis-based cider company, to develop the Craft Cider Collection.

DuClaw Brewing Co. and  104-year-old Baltimore-based Wockenfuss Candies have collaborated on a Carmallow beer, slated to release in late March.

Moonstruck Chocolate Co., a gourmet chocolate maker based in Portland, Oregon, is launching a product collaboration with Breakside Brewery, Pike Brewing Company and Sierra Nevada Brewing.

Moonstruck Chocolate Co., a gourmet chocolate maker headquartered in Portland, Oregon, has introduced a product collaboration with four of the Willamette Valley's top wineries.

These limited-edition chocolate bars are made in collaboration with acclaimed Boston-based brands, George Howell and Boston Harbor Distillery.

Another Sweets & Snacks Expo is in the books, which means the Candy Industry Magazine staff has learned all about the confectionery and snack products set to hit shelves in the next year. We've identified a few patterns in ingredients, flavors and themes.