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Twizzlers are a popular brand of candy in the United States, known for their distinctive twisted shape and chewy texture. They are manufactured by Y&S Candies, Inc., a subsidiary of The Hershey Company.

History

Twizzlers were first produced in 1929 by Young and Smylie, which later became Y&S Candies, Inc. The brand has grown significantly over the decades, becoming one of the most recognized licorice-type candies in the U.S. In 1977, Y&S Candies was acquired by The Hershey Company, which continues to produce Twizzlers today.

Varieties

Twizzlers are available in a variety of flavors and forms. The original flavor is strawberry, but other popular flavors include cherry, black licorice, and watermelon. Twizzlers also come in different shapes, such as Twists, Pull 'n' Peel, Bites, and Nibs.

Twists

Twizzlers Twists are the classic form of the candy, featuring a twisted rope shape. They are available in multiple flavors, with strawberry being the most iconic.

Pull 'n' Peel

Pull 'n' Peel Twizzlers are designed to be peeled apart into individual strands, offering a playful eating experience. They are available in a variety of flavor combinations.

Bites and Nibs

Twizzlers Bites and Nibs are smaller, bite-sized versions of the candy, making them convenient for snacking.

Production

Twizzlers are made primarily from corn syrup, wheat flour, sugar, and cornstarch. The production process involves mixing the ingredients into a dough, which is then extruded into the desired shape and baked. The candy is then cooled and packaged for distribution.

Cultural Impact

Twizzlers have become a staple in American cinema and snacking culture, often associated with movie theaters and road trips. They are frequently used in advertising and promotions by The Hershey Company.

Related pages

References

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-'''Twizzlers''' is a brand of candy in the United States and Canada. It is a product of [[The Hershey Company]], and is one of the most popular brands of licorice candy in North America. Twizzlers come in a variety of shapes and flavors, with the most common being the strawberry-flavored "Twists".
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-== History ==
+[[File:Twizzlers brand logo.png|thumb|right|Twizzlers brand logo]]
-Twizzlers were first produced in 1845 by [[Young & Smylie]], and the Twizzlers brand was established in 1929. In 1977, [[The Hershey Company]] acquired the Twizzlers brand from [[Y&S Candies, Inc.]], and has continued to manufacture them to this day.
+[[File:2019-11-16 00 55 13 A packet of Strawberry Twizzlers Twists in the Dulles section of Sterling, Loudoun County, Virginia.jpg|thumb|right|A packet of Strawberry Twizzlers Twists]]
+[[File:Twizzlers-Pile.jpg|thumb|right|A pile of Twizzlers]]
-== Production ==
+'''Twizzlers''' are a popular brand of [[candy]] in the [[United States]], known for their distinctive twisted shape and chewy texture. They are manufactured by [[Y&S Candies, Inc.]], a subsidiary of [[The Hershey Company]].
-Twizzlers are made primarily from [[corn syrup]], [[wheat flour]], [[sugar]], and [[flavorings]]. The process of making Twizzlers is a closely guarded secret, but it involves extruding the candy mixture through a die to give it its distinctive twist shape.
-== Varieties ==
+==History==
-There are several varieties of Twizzlers, including the original Twists, Pull 'n' Peel, Nibs, and Filled Twists. Each variety comes in several flavors, including strawberry, cherry, and black licorice.
+Twizzlers were first produced in 1929 by Young and Smylie, which later became Y&S Candies, Inc. The brand has grown significantly over the decades, becoming one of the most recognized licorice-type candies in the U.S. In 1977, Y&S Candies was acquired by The Hershey Company, which continues to produce Twizzlers today.
-== Popularity ==
+==Varieties==
-Twizzlers are a popular candy in North America, particularly in the United States and Canada. They are often associated with movie theater concessions, and are a common choice for snacking during films.
+Twizzlers are available in a variety of flavors and forms. The original flavor is [[strawberry]], but other popular flavors include [[cherry]], [[black licorice]], and [[watermelon]]. Twizzlers also come in different shapes, such as Twists, Pull 'n' Peel, Bites, and Nibs.
-== See also ==
+===Twists===
-* [[List of candies]]
+Twizzlers Twists are the classic form of the candy, featuring a twisted rope shape. They are available in multiple flavors, with strawberry being the most iconic.
+===Pull 'n' Peel===
+Pull 'n' Peel Twizzlers are designed to be peeled apart into individual strands, offering a playful eating experience. They are available in a variety of flavor combinations.
+===Bites and Nibs===
+Twizzlers Bites and Nibs are smaller, bite-sized versions of the candy, making them convenient for snacking.
+==Production==
+Twizzlers are made primarily from [[corn syrup]], [[wheat flour]], [[sugar]], and [[cornstarch]]. The production process involves mixing the ingredients into a dough, which is then extruded into the desired shape and baked. The candy is then cooled and packaged for distribution.
+==Cultural Impact==
+Twizzlers have become a staple in American [[cinema]] and [[snacking culture]], often associated with [[movie theaters]] and [[road trips]]. They are frequently used in [[advertising]] and [[promotions]] by The Hershey Company.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Licorice (confectionery)]]
 * [[The Hershey Company]]
-* [[Licorice candy]]
+* [[Candy]]
+==References==
+{{Reflist}}
-[[Category:Candy]]
+[[Category:Candy brands]]
-[[Category:Brand name confectionery]]
 [[Category:The Hershey Company brands]]
-{{food-stub}}
+[[Category:Products introduced in 1929]]