Confectioner articles from June 2003

Confectioner archives from June 2003

Watching Wal-Mart. (Upfront).
June 1, 2003... When Wal-Mart makes a move, people take note. Or at least they ought to. For more than a year now, I've been hearing good things about Wal-Mart's front-end, store-within-a-store prototype, Kid Connection. So we're pleased to present a profile...

Fresh from the show floor: a look at products, trends and news from the ALL CANDY EXPO. (News).
June 1, 2003... Once again the candy industry is doing its best to offer something for everyone. Products shown at this year's ALL CANDY EXPO ran the gamut from smaller and sugar-free to oversized and ultra-decadent. Here's a look at some of the trends we...

Clarification.(Correction Notice)
June 1, 2003... Several important dates were inadvertently omitted form the listing of vintage confectionery brands that appeared in the May issue of Confectioner. They are as follows: 1842 - Whitman's launched 1912 - Whitman's Sampler introduced...

NECCO's Antonellis wins Kettle Award. (News).(New England Confectionery Co.; Domenic Antonellis)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Domenic Antonellis, president/ chief executive officer of the New England Confectionery Co. (NECCO), was honored last month as the winner of Candy Industry magazine's 58th annual Kettle Award. He was recognized at a reception held in Chicago...

Wal-Mart makes the Kid Connection: trust the world's leading retailer to get it right when it comes to selling candy to kids. (In the Store).
June 1, 2003... Lively decor and lots of sweet variety greet the visitor to Kid Connection, Wad-Mart's candy boutique prototype now located in an estimated 100 stores scattered around the country. A trip last month to a Kid Connection in a Holland,...

Mentos NewCharge Gum. (Candy Product Update).(from Perfetti Van Melle USA Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Perfetti Van Melle USA Inc. (859) 283-1234 Consumers can choose their own level of fresh breath control by chewing from one to five pieces of this new "microgum" at a time. Mentos NewCharge Gum comes in a 45-piece flip-top box...

Nestle Toll House candy bars. (Candy Product Update).(from Nestle Confections and Snacks)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Nestle Confections & Snacks, a division of Nestle USA (818) 549-6000 These rich, chewy candy bars-- made with Nestle Toll House Morsels, Nestle Milk Chocolate and caramel--combine baked goods and candy in a single confection....

Love Mints. (Candy Product Update).(from Big Sky Brands Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Big Sky Brands Inc. (416) 599-5415 Designed as a fun alternative for the power-mint shopper as well as a stylish Valentine's Day gift item, Love Mints are the first heart-shaped, tinned power mints, according to Big Sky. Each tin...

Guylian praline candy bar. (Candy Product Update).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Guylian USA Inc. (800) 803-4123 Guylian enters a new segment of the self-consumption category with its Belgian Chocolate Candy Bar. For the first time, Guylian's popular Belgian chocolate with hazelnut praline filling is available in...

Jumble Fruit Chews. (Candy Product Update).(from Fantazzmo fun stuff! LLC)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Fantazzmo fun stuff! LLC (630) 860-2222 Billed as "the candy that will have people of all ages eating their words," Jumble Fruit Chews are encased in wrappers printed with letters and can be used to play the "Jumble" word game on...

Lik-m-Aid Sour Fun Dip. (Candy Product Update).(from Willie Wonka Candy Factory division of Nestle USA)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... The Willie Wonka Candy Factory, a division of Nestle USA (818) 549-6000 Wonka introduces Lik-m-Aid Sour Fun Dip with three new flavors and progressively sour strengths -- Watermelon (sour), Green Apple (super sour) and Lemonade...

Sweet Stripes packaging. (Candy Product Update).(from Bobs Candies Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Bobs Candies Inc. (800) 841-3602 Bobs updates its Sweet Stripes packaging with a contemporary graphic treatment of the company logo and a colorful, easy-to-read Sweet Stripes branding signature. The new look is part of an overall...

Individually wrapped my Hawaii candies. (Candy Product Update).(from Hawaiian Host Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Hawaiian Host Inc. (310) 532-0543 Hawaiian Host introduces individually wrapped Macadamia Chocolates and Caramel Macadamia Clusters in bags. This is the first time the chocolate covered macadamia category is presented individually...

Fruit Snacks. (Candy Product Update).(from Arcor USA )(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Arcor USA (800) 57-ARCOR Fat-free Fruit Snacks, targeted to children ages 3 to 17, respond to consumer desires for lighter, healthier snacks, according to Arcor. The 2.5-ounce gummi candy snacks are fortified with Vitamins C and E...

Single-serve Stock Car Gummies. (Candy Product Update).(from Haribo of America Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Haribo of America Inc. (800) 638-BEAR Based on the success of its Gummi Stock Cars, Haribo is extending the Official Gummi Candy of NASCAR winner Rusty Wallace to count-good bags, according to the company. Shaped to resemble Winston...

New watermelon Sour Jacks. (Candy Product Update).(from Promotion In Motion Companies Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... The Promotion In Motion Companies Inc. (201) 784-5800 Vibrantly colored Sour Jacks in the shapes of tiny watermelon slices are being introduced in a 3.5-ounce concession-size box and will retail for $1.25 to $3.50. A variety of...

Chargers. (Candy Product Update).(from Melate Confections)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Melate Confections (858) 453-5488 Chargers are naturally caffeinated, dark chocolate-covered espresso beans packaged in a tin replica of a size D battery. Containers hold approximately 12 to 15 pieces of candy packed loosely with a...

Candy pencil box. (Candy Product Update).(from Ralphco Inc. )(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Ralphco Inc. (800) 477-2574 This candy-filled, premium quality pencil holder has a removable lid containing a multifunction calculator and ruler measured off in inches and centimeters. Once the candy is gone, it can be used to store...

Slinky Sports series. (Candy Product Update).(CandyRific LLC licensing agreement with Poof Products )(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... CandyRific LLC (314) 567-1112 Through a licensing agreement with Poof Products for Slinky, one of the all-time top classic toy brands, CandyRific introduces the Slinky Sports series to its lineup. Each adjustable mini ring features a...

Cereal and Milk Snack Bars. (Candy Product Update).(from Kellogg Co.'s Snack Division)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Kellogg's Snack Division (800) 55-ERNIE Kellogg's Frosted Flakes and Kellogg's Froot Loops Cereal and Milk Snack Bars offer a quick, convenient breakfast or snacking alternative to the busy consumer. Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal...

Rush Rox. (Candy Product Update).(from Chupa Chups USA)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Chupa Chups USA (800) 843-1858 "Be a Loudmouth!" is the tagline on packages of this crackling, carbonated candy. Rush Rox is available in popular soda pop flavors Dr. Pepper and Cherry 7-UP.

Lollilights by 2 dream confections. (Candy Product Update).(from McJak Candy Company LLC)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... McJak Candy Company LLC (800) 424-2942 These attention-grabbing lollipops feature patent pending technology that illuminates the pop from within. The 1.1-ounce pops, which feature multifunctional lighting effects and a refillable...

Juicee jellee orange slices. (Candy Product Update).(from Dayhoff LLC)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Dayhoff LLC (727) 443-5544 These brand-new orange and fruit slices are made with real fruit juices. Both orange and mixed fruit varieties come in a 20-ounce bag. The fruit flavor includes apple, cherry, orange, lemon and grape. Gases...

Sweet images/photopops. (Candy Product Update).(from Mom 'n Pops Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Mom 'n Pops Inc. (845) 567-0640 These 100 percent edible images on chocolate can be imposed onto business cards or lollipops to promote a company or celebrate a special occasion. Product is available both singly and in a gift box...

Scookies. (Candy Product Update).(from Marich Confectionery)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Marich Confectionery (800) 624-7055 This new line of chocolate cookie-candy confections is designed to be enjoyed with a glass of ice-cold milk. Scookies are soft-baked, chewy cookie bites coated in milk or dark chocolate and are...

Kiddie pops. (Candy Product Update).(from Yost Candy Co. Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Yost Candy Co. Inc. (330) 828-2777 These classic lollipops are available in cherry, grape, lemon, sour apple, root beer, watermelon, blue raspberry, butterscotch and orange flavors. They are bagged in 10-, 15-, 18- and 20-ounce...

Spy candy binoculars. (Candy Product Update).(from Raiphec Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Raiphec Inc. (800) 477-2574 Working toy binoculars are filled with candy. Available in bright red, yellow, blue and green, Spy Candy Binoculars come in 12-piece displays. Displays can be shipped in master cartons of six or...

Allrite. (Candy Product Update).(sugar-free hard candies from Pop Rocks Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Pop Rocks Inc. (866) 570-8800 The Allrite brand of sugar-free hard candies made by Pop Rocks' Adults Division is available in Classic Toffee and Strawberry-Cream flavors in 2.75-ounce bags. Allrite is available in displays of 12...

NASCAR heart box. (Candy Product Update).(from R.M. Palmer Co.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... R.M. Palmer Co. (610) 372-8971 R.M. Palmer's exclusive Double Crisp foiled NASCAR cars are packed into one of three heart-shaped window boxes. Each colorful box contains its own numbered cars.

Getting more kid-conscious: confectionery marketers and merchants are learning how to speak the language of a more sophisticated foreign consumer: kids. (Special Report).
June 1, 2003... Quick: who's a better superhero--Spiderman or The Incredible Hulk? It's not a trick question, but if you were a kid, you'd know your response cold and have your reasons ready. For those who are curious, The Incredible Hulk is leading...

Premium chocolate moving into the mainstream: more and more consumers are treating themselves to upscale, gourmet products. (Category Insights).
June 1, 2003... For a variety of reasons, premium chocolate isn't just an occasional indulgence any more. A growing number of consumers are opting to purchase it for themselves and others. And they're making those purchases not only in upscale specialty...

The softer side of sours: the segment got a foothold with kids, but new offerings are geared to adults as well. (Category Insights).(sour candy)
June 1, 2003... With sour candy products hitting their stride, cynical trend watchers might be inclined to conclude that the product is merely a reflection of the times. The economy is in a funk, jobs are hard to find, and the war on terror continues--a...

Stackable Rabbit. (Seasonal Strategies: Easter).
June 1, 2003... Madelaine Chocolate Novelties (800) 322-1505 Topping Madelaine's line for Easter is a three-piece Stackable Rabbit filled with crispy chocolate eggs. When the chocolate is gone, the boxes can be used to stash other Easter loot or to...

Zours Easter Treats. (Seasonal Strategies: Easter).
June 1, 2003... Just Born (610) 867-7568 Zours Easter Treats are new for 2004. This new Zours line extension features an assorted mix of sour watermelon, sour fruit punch, sour grape and sour tangerine. Slated to ship late in 2003, the 5-ounce box...

Easter Baby Bottle Pop Workshop. (Seasonal Strategies: Easter).
June 1, 2003... The Topps Co. (212) 376-0300 The Baby Bottle Pop Workshop featuring strawberry bunny and blue raspberry baby chick candy tops allows kids to design their own candy With an enclosed funnel, kids may layer candy powder in various...

Panned line. (Seasonal Strategies: Easter).
June 1, 2003... Madelaine Chocolate Novelties (800) 322-1505 Brand new from Madelaine is a line of panned chocolates. It features chocolate-covered nuts, fruits and specialty chocolates.

Push Pop toppers. (Seasonal Strategies: Easter).
June 1, 2003... The Topps Co. (212) 376-0300 For Easter, each Push Pop lollipop features an Easter character on its top. The assortment includes Bunny with Egg, Cool Baby Chick, Hatching Chick, Mr. Egg and Miss Egg.

Rabbits revamped. (Seasonal Strategies: Easter).(Madelaine Chocolate Novelties)
June 1, 2003... Madelaine Chocolate Novelties (800) 322-1505 Madelaine's traditional sitting rabbits have undergone a facelift courtesy of the new foil wrappers that feature a buuny done in pastels to reflect the spring season.

Tracking Easter.(Easter candy sales)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Tracking Easter Sales of Candy Packaged for Easter Dollar Sales Unit Sales % Change % Change vs. Year Ago vs. Year Ago Chocolate -1.5% -3.9%...

Perfetti Van Melle thinks outside the roll. (Marketing and Merchandising).(Mentos Box, Mentos NewCharge Gum)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... When a mint has an iconic packaging format like Mentos, which has come in a paper-covered roll since the early 1960s, you don't rush headlong into making a packaging change. But after careful consideration and consumer research, Mentos...

Arcor, Penn pairing proves a winner. (Marketing and Merchandising).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Candy maker Arcor cemented its fruit snacks' reputation as a healthful snack compatible with an active lifestyle this spring when it paired the product with Penn tennis balls and made them available during the NASDAQ-100 Open tennis...

A new look for Hershey's bar. (Marketing and Merchandising).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... After 67 years of the same packaging, Hershey Foods has updated the look of its Hershey's milk chocolate bar and Hershey's milk chocolate bar with almonds. The new wrapper design incorporates a contemporary look along with what the...

Minute Fudge keeps its shippers flexible. (Marketing and Merchandising).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Flexible display shippers with a small footprint have helped Minute Fudge gain a foothold at retail over the course of the past year, reports Jeff Kreidenweis, director of sales for Minute Fudge maker Friesinger's Candy, Springboro, Ohio. ...

Getting a view of candy's true competitive set: often we are not competing just with other candy manufacturers for the attention of our consumers. (Publisher's Perspective).
June 1, 2003... One of the many challenges the candy category faces is intense cross-category competition. Candy category managers and candy manufacturers, I believe, must look at candy's competitive set in a more complete and creative manner to be able to...