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KOHLER introduces Sugar Free Chocolate

Each sugar-free ganache center is coated in 65% sugar-free chocolate.

July 19, 2021

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Sugar Free Chocolate is a testament to the brand's dedication to flavor, quality and attention to detail.

State of the Industry

State of the Candy Industry 2021: Better-for-you, reduced-sugar treats gain momentum

Healthier chocolates are seeing strong sales, while non-chocolate diet candy reflects complicated impact of pandemic.

Crystal Lindell

July 14, 2021

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Healthier chocolates are seeing strong sales, while non-chocolate diet candy reflects the complicated impact of pandemic.

Russell Stover introduces Joy Bites

Chocolate bars are made without added sugar.

June 9, 2021

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Russell Stover Chocolates has launched Joy Bites, a collection of Fairtrade chocolate bars with non-GMO and organic ingredients and no added sugar.

COVID, new products, and the LID: The most interesting insights from Hershey’s recent earnings call

Hershey’s Michele Buck and Steve Voskuil addressed a wide range of topics, offering a candid look at how the company is doing.

Crystal Lindell

February 16, 2021

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How were Hershey’s seasonal candy sales? What’s going on with the company’s expansion into the snacking category? Why are they releasing a revamped sugar-free candy line?

Cocomels introduces Sugar Free Caramels

Coconut milk caramels are sweetened with allulose, monk fruit.

December 21, 2020

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Naturally sweetened with allulose and monk fruit, Sugar Free Cocomels Caramels are keto friendly and contain no sugar alcohols.

De Villiers Chocolate introduces sugar-free, dairy-free chocolate

Range also includes varieties made with nut butters.

December 16, 2020

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With a unique palate and texture, De Villiers Chocolate's range includes a number of flavors.

State of the Industry

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Better-for-you, sugar-free entice consumers amid COVID-19

Shoppers are looking to healthy options as they are constantly forced to focus on health throughout the day.

Crystal Lindell

July 23, 2020

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Health is on everyone’s mind these days. And many consumers have channeled their focus on health into their food choices.

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Hard candy sales dip

Dollar sales dropped by 2.6 percent in year ending June 14, IRI says.

Alyse Thompson

July 20, 2020

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While the chewy candy category continues to grow, U.S. sales for hard candy — driven by lollipops and sugar-free options — are seeing declines.

Thinking outside the candy box

Trends in the evolving and vibrant non-chocolate confectionery market

May 6, 2020

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The message is coming through loud and clear: consumers are keeping an eye on sugar.

How Ted Cohen shaped the sugar-free candy sector we know today

Recent Kettle Award recipient Ted Cohen helped launch the sugar-free hard candy category with Hillside Candy.

Crystal Lindell

October 1, 2019

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Ted Cohen, former ceo and owner of Hillside Candy, recently received the 74th Annual Kettle Award for his work in the industry — including his vital role in advancing sugar-free hard candy.

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KOHLER introduces Sugar Free Chocolate

State of the Candy Industry 2021: Better-for-you, reduced-sugar treats gain momentum

Russell Stover introduces Joy Bites

COVID, new products, and the LID: The most interesting insights from Hershey’s recent earnings call

Cocomels introduces Sugar Free Caramels

De Villiers Chocolate introduces sugar-free, dairy-free chocolate

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Better-for-you, sugar-free entice consumers amid COVID-19

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Hard candy sales dip

Thinking outside the candy box

How Ted Cohen shaped the sugar-free candy sector we know today

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