Sweets Candy Company is a family-owned and operated business that produces gourmet candy using high-quality ingredients, traditional techniques and modern equipment. They offer a wide range of candies including caramels, toffees, nut clusters, brittle, chocolate covered pretzels, and more.
Founded in 1892 by an Italian immigrant named Salvatore Ferrara in Chicago, Illinois
Originally named Salvatore Ferrara Confectionery and began by selling candy-coated almonds, which were popular at weddings
In 1908, the company created the now-famous Lemonhead candy
In 2004, the Ferrara family sold the company to American Licorice Company, but it was later bought back by the Ferrara family in 2017
Today, Sweets Candy Company continues to be run by the Ferrara family, and has expanded its product line beyond Lemonheads, to include other popular candies.
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Small, fruit-flavored candies with a sour outer coating and sweet center.
Soft, chewy candies made with butter, cream and sugar.
Buttery toffee with pieces of pecans throughout.
Salty pretzels covered in chocolate.
Crunchy candy made with nuts and caramelized sugar.
No, Sweets Candy Company is not Halal certified.
Some of Sweets Candy Company's candies are gluten-free, but not all of them. It's best to check the ingredients list for each specific product.
Sweets Candy Company products can be found at many retailers across the United States, as well as on their online store.
Most of Sweets Candy Company's products are not suitable for vegans, as they contain either dairy or gelatin.
The shelf life of Sweets Candy Company's candies varies depending on the product, but most have a shelf life of several months to a year when stored in a cool, dry place.
