Whether you’re preparing for Valentine’s Day or Easter, Candymail can shower you with all kinds of treats from over the pond.
Whether you’re buying for a US expat who’s missing home, or you and your partner want to sample new treats, Candymail delivers American goodies from our warehouse in the UK. From thirst-quenching Prime drinks by Logan Paul to Hershey’s chocolate and Lucky Charms cereal, you’ll find a wealth of treasures on our online store.
Here are just a few of our most iconic US sweets, cookies and cakes:
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Jolly Ranchers. First created in 1949 by Bill and Dorothy Harmsen in Colorado, the Jolly Rancher Company was initially an ice cream and candy business. They later focused on candies, as they were easier to sell year-round. The name "Jolly Rancher" was chosen to evoke a friendly, western, and inviting image, reflecting the company’s Colorado roots.
The original flavours included grape, apple, and fire stix (a cinnamon flavour). Over the years, other flavours like cherry, watermelon, and blue raspberry became iconic staples.
Some discontinued flavours include lemon, peach, and sour flavours. Blue raspberry, introduced later, became one of the most popular. Nowadays, watermelon, green apple, and cherry remain fan favorites.
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Twinkies. Twinkies were created in 1930 by James Dewar, a baker for the Continental Baking Company. He originally invented them as a way to use shortcake pans that were sitting idle during the offseason.
Did you know, the original Twinkies were filled with banana cream? During World War II, bananas were rationed, so the filling was changed to vanilla. It was clearly a good decision, since it remains the most popular flavour today. Contrary to the myth, Twinkies do not last forever. While they have a relatively long shelf life for baked goods, they typically last about 45 days when fresh. Don’t worry, when you order our American sweets you can be assured they’re fresh and in excellent condition.
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Moon Pie. This treat famously appears in The Simpsons, when Jasper traps himself in Apu’s ice cream freezer in the hope of reaching the future. On emerging, he utters the immoral lines, ‘Moon pie! What a time to be alive’ when he mistakenly thinks he’s awoken years later. Although it might sound futuristic, Moon Pies were created in 1917 by the Chattanooga Bakery in Tennessee. A traveling salesman inspired the idea when he asked for a portable snack that could fit in a miner's lunch pail.
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Razzles. A unique type of candy, Razzles double as a type of chewing gum! They start off as a fruit-flavored, powdery candy that you chew, and as you chew them, they transform into gum. This makes them a fun treat for people who enjoy both candy and gum in one experience.
First introduced in the 1960s, their slogan famously highlights their dual nature: "First it's a candy, then it's a gum!" They come in a variety of fruity flavors, such as raspberry, orange, lemon, and grape, often sold in mixed packs. They're popular for their nostalgic appeal, and their quirky candy-to-gum transformation has kept them a classic treat for decades!
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Hershey’s Bars. Hershey's Milk Chocolate Bar was introduced in 1900 by Milton S. Hershey, who was inspired to make high-quality, affordable milk chocolate for the masses. Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bar was one of the first mass-produced chocolate bars in the United States, making it accessible to average Americans for the first time. It is distinct from British chocolate: Hershey's has a slightly tangy taste, which is due to a process called controlled lipolysis. During production, milk is partially fermented, creating butyric acid, which gives the chocolate its signature taste.
Build a Box of your Favourites
Want to have a specific mixture of treats? Candymail makes it easy to make your own treasure trove. We enable you to choose from a cornucopia of candies. Whether you’re ordering for Valentine’s Day, Easter or someone’s birthday, it couldn’t be simpler.
Check out our New Selection of Treats
Want to find something unique for Valentine’s Day or Easter? Here are a few ideas to get you started.
Among our latest collection is this Peeps Giant Pink Bunny which is ideal if you’re seeking edible Easter decorations. What better way to celebrate the beginning of spring than with a cute, delicious marshmallow?
We also have this Strawberries and Cream White Hot Chocolate Bomb that’s ideal for Valentine’s Day. All you have to do is put the chocolate bomb in a mug and pour in some hot milk. Give it a stir and watch the marshmallows float to the top: heaven! This chocolate bomb will get anyone in the mood for romance. At only £3.99, it’s also a highly affordable treat for you and your partner.
If you’re looking to buy American sweets, check out our latest collections today.
