Confectionery Ingredients Bridge Indulgence with Health

When attending the 2002 All Candy Expo, held June 4–6, in Chicago, I have to confess I felt a little old. Sort of like a parent listening to his kid’s music. I mean I grew up with product names such as Snickers and Circus Peanuts and let’s not forget one of my personal favorites Pez.

Now I come across names like Atomic Fizzzion, Toxic Waste Hazardously Sour Candy, Butt Ugly Martians, Stinky Feet, X-Tra Sour Goo, Sweet and Sour Worms, FizzUrps, and, yes, even “vomit” jelly beans (in homage, I hope…