Candy Industry Magazine

June 2019

The June 2019 issue features an interview with a natural candy color specialist, a look at how chocolate bar makers can stand out from the crowd, our global state of the candy industry, and more.

The state of the global candy industry in 2019

Candy Industry Magazine examines trends, sales data for confectionery categories.

Crystal Lindell

Alyse Thompson

June 10, 2019

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An in-depth look at the trends shaping various confectionery categories, from chocolate bars to gummies and novelty.

Sugar & Spun offers cotton candy with a twist

San Francisco-based company develops cotton candy with unique flavors.

June 14, 2019

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Gone are the days of boring and overly sweet blue or pink cotton candy. Sugar & Spun’s new standard includes unique flavors.

How to navigate the natural colors market

Sandy Golden-Dukes of IFC Solutions talks latest trends in natural colors.

Crystal Lindell

June 14, 2019

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Sandy Golden-Dukes, director of business development, IFC Solutions, offers his advice on natural alternatives, the FDA and the future of the sector.

Défoncé Chocolatier sets a 'high' bar with low-dose, high quality edibles

How Apple veteran Eric Eslao combines his passion for chocolate and cannabis.

Alyse Thompson

June 15, 2019

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Eric Eslao founded Défoncé Chocolatier, which now calls a 41,000-sq.-ft., Oakland- based edibles manufacturing facility home.

How chocolate bar makers can stand out from the crowd

Choice of ingredients, flavor combinations, packaging and price help differentiate chocolate bar brands.

Alyse Thompson

June 14, 2019

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While the amount of options may be daunting, it works in the consumer’s favor, since it pushes chocolate bar manufacturers to find their niche through choice of ingredients, flavor combinations, packaging and price.

SmartSweets Peach Rings

SmartSweets, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Alyse Thompson

May 28, 2019

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SmartSweets is adding Peach Rings to its lineup of plant-based gummies.

Plotz! Honey Nutters

Yuks Import Export, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.

Alyse Thompson

June 14, 2019

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These simple, delicious nut clusters are made with clean ingredients.

CandyRific Batman, Wonder Woman fans

CandyRific, Louisville, Ky.

Alyse Thompson

June 13, 2019

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Batman and Wonder Woman, two beloved DC Comics characters, are sure to be a hit with every age group.

IT'SUGAR Beary Buzzed gummy bears

IT'SUGAR, Deerfield Beach, Fla.

Alyse Thompson

June 13, 2019

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These cocktail-inspired gummy bears are available in a variety of flavors.

Flipz Mix

pladis North America, White Plains, N.Y.

Alyse Thompson

June 14, 2019

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Flipz Mix is a deliciously fun assortment of sweet, salty and crunchy snacks.

Mastika Gold Edition

Master Chewing Gum & Candies SAL

Alyse Thompson

June 13, 2019

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Mastika, a mastic-fl avored gum, is now available with edible gold on each piece.

Squire Boone Village rock candy crystals

Squire Boone Village, New Albany, Ind. E14

Alyse Thompson

June 13, 2019

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These crystals are rock candy without the stick.

Sour Big Chewy Nerds

Ferrara Candy Co., Oakbrook Terrace, Ill.

Alyse Thompson

June 14, 2019

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Featuring a sour chewy center covered in a sweet, crunchy Nerds candy shell, this product contains a variety of sour flavors.

New SMASHMALLOW flavors

SMASHMALLOW, Sonoma, Calif.

Alyse Thompson

June 14, 2019

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SMASHMALLOW is adding several new products to its line of premium, snackable marshmallow treats.

Candy Industry Magazine

June 2019

The June 2019 issue features an interview with a natural candy color specialist, a look at how chocolate bar makers can stand out from the crowd, our global state of the candy industry, and more.

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Candy Industry Magazine

June 2019

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The state of the global candy industry in 2019

Departments

Sugar & Spun offers cotton candy with a twist

How to navigate the natural colors market

Défoncé Chocolatier sets a 'high' bar with low-dose, high quality edibles

How chocolate bar makers can stand out from the crowd

Products

SmartSweets Peach Rings

Plotz! Honey Nutters

CandyRific Batman, Wonder Woman fans

IT'SUGAR Beary Buzzed gummy bears

Flipz Mix

Mastika Gold Edition

Squire Boone Village rock candy crystals

Sour Big Chewy Nerds

New SMASHMALLOW flavors

Candy Industry Magazine

June 2019