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History

The History of Nerds

Discover how two distinct flavors came together to create the iconic candy that revolutionized the industry.

Science

Blue Raspberry's Secret

The fascinating story behind the electric blue flavor that defines childhood summers and why it isn't real.

History

The Sweet Irony

Why a dentist invented cotton candy: the true story behind the cavity-inducing cloud.

Science

Sour Science

Exploring the psychological and physiological reasons behind our craving for sour candies.

Trends

The Freeze-Dried Revolution

From Skittles to taffy, why everything is getting the astronaut treatment. Crunch time.

Trends

Global Gummies

Peelable fruits and liquid centers: how texture is becoming the new flavor frontier.

Flavor

Matcha Madness

The grassy, earthy tea that conquered the dessert world. Green is the new gold.

Flavor

Salt & Sweet

Biology explains why we can't stop eating salted caramel. The perfect marriage.

Science

Tempering Chocolate

The molecular engineering behind the perfect snap. Avoiding the dreaded bloom.

History

The Origins of Chocolate

From sacred Mesoamerican beverage to European luxury. The journey of the cacao bean through time.

Science

Why Mint Tastes Cold

A chemical illusion. How menthol hacks your biology to make room temperature feel freezing.

Trends

Spicy Sweets

The heat wave is here. From "swicy" chocolates to chili gummies, why we love the burn.

Flavor

Vanilla: More Than Plain

The orchid's secret. Why this complex, exotic flavor is anything but boring.

History

The Candy Cane Story

From a quiet tool for choirmasters to a holiday icon. The hooked history of the peppermint stick.