Bdi Marketing/candy Dynamics Introducing Road Warrior, a new energy gum designed specifically for those on the go wanting energy that will last for the long haul. This new gum provides not only a blast of cinnamon to freshen breath, but it also boosts energy levels with caffeine and taurine, which are two of the key [...]
Masterfoods USA The great taste of Snickers Original and Snickers Almond will be available with the rich taste of dark chocolate for a limited time only. The new variety will be available beginning November 2006. The brand will also introduce a Miniature variety pack combining new Snickers Dark and Snickers Almond Dark with Snickers Original. [...]
The Hershey Co. The Hershey Co. introduces Cacao Reserve by Hershey’s, a new, premium line of all-natural chocolates and drinking cocoa. The Cacao Reserve by Hershey’s line will offer a variety of superior flavors, pleasing textures and exotic aromas unlike any other chocolate. Available in single-serve and take-home bars, and drinking cocoa, the initial line [...]
Impact Confections Impact Confections Inc. introduces Warheads Super Sour Spray with Lollipop. The top-selling Warheads Super Sour Spray now comes with a sweet lollipop. Spray the lollipop for a sweet and sour sensation, or enjoy them separately. Compact and convenient design will appeal to kids of all ages. Warheads Super Sour Spray with Lollipop comes [...]
MASTERFOODSERVICES MasterFoodServices introduces a full line of leading brands and hardworking candy displays. Increase impulse candy sales with a confectionary rack, available in a variety of sizes. These countertop displays are perfect for merchandising America’s favorite candy brands, including M&M’s, Snickers, Skittles, Starburst, Twix, 3 Musketeers and Milky Way. MasterFoodServices800-432-2331www.masterfoodservices.com
Having a tough time deciding which gums and mints to carry? You’re not alone. The amazing number and diversity of new entries in this important category have most convenience store retailers second-guessing the wisdom of their choices. From energy boosts to dietary supplements, gum and mints are now available in a wide variety of formats [...]
» The first patent for chewing gum was issued in 1869 to Ohio dentist William F. Semple. » In the early 1900s, William Wrigley Jr. was one of the first people to promote a brand to consumers through advertising. His spearmint gum quickly became a best seller. » During World War II, U.S. military personnel [...]
Three industry associations are partnering on a groundbreaking research effort to identify more effective and profitable opportunities in confections. Details of the study, which was spearheaded by The Hershey Co. and Eby-Brown, were announced at the All Candy Expo in Chicago. The study is intended to help generate increased sales and profits of confectionery products [...]
The U.S. retail confectionery category generated approximately $29 billion in sales in 2007 and the profit margin for the category was approximately 35%, according to the National Confectioners Association’s (NCA) U.S. Confectionery Market report. Convenience stores accounted for 15%, or $4.5 billion, of overall candy sales in 2007, surpassing drug stores and dollar stores, but [...]
Caffeine-infused potato chips. Ginseng-infused coffee. Guarana-infused gum. No matter the combination, functional food manufacturers are probably trying it. Add this one to the list: Sedative-infused chocolates. The confectionary world is on its way to proving the salability of health and energy products doesn’t have to end at the threshold of the candy aisle. In the [...]
Chocolate may be bringing up the rear of America’s upscale revolution, but consumers and a growing number of c-store operators aren’t complaining. Higher-priced, better quality chocolates are finding acceptance on more store shelves all the time–great for consumers and great for operators’ bottom lines. Resistance to the higher price points will fade in time as [...]
While single packs of gum and candy get the most attention in the candy aisle, retailers often report strong margins from bulk packages and multi packs, which carry a higher price and typically offer a greater value for consumers. But will that greater value translate into consistently stronger sales? The answer appears to be yes…sometimes, [...]
Three industry associations are partnering on a groundbreaking research effort to identify more effective and profitable opportunities in confections. Details of the study, which was spearheaded by The Hershey Co. and Eby-Brown, were announced at a press conference at the All Candy Expo Wednesday in Chicago. The study is intended to help generate increased sales [...]