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Jellybeans are a delight no matter what time of year! And why wouldn’t they be? Jelly Beans are all about fun, flavor, and delightful colors…and have been since the mid-1800s. Part of our 1800s candy collection, the traditional Jelly Beans were larger than the well-known Jelly Belly, with a thicker body, and most of the flavor in the shell. These days, confectioners are getting wise to the importance of flavor and infusing flavor into the entire jellybean. As for the taste: old-time traditional fruit flavors with a crunchy-ish shell and decidedly soft interior. Uncomplicated. Delightful. A perfect civil war era candyto find in a civil war candy box. Great for sharing and gift-giving.
Product Details
Size: 4 ounces in a 3x6" bag
Sugar, Corn Syrup, Modified Corn Starch, Modified Food Starch, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Dextrin, Pectin, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Confectionery Glaze (Shellac), Natural And Artificial Flavors, Polishing Wax (Carnauba Wax, White Mineral Oil, Beeswax), Artificial Colors (Fd&C Red #40, Red #3, Yellow #6, Yellow #5, Blue #1).
Allergen Disclaimer: Please note that our products are made in a facility that processes peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, soy, and wheat. While we take precautions to prevent cross-contamination, we cannot guarantee that our products are allergen-free.
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100% Authentic Historic Candy The ONLY research-based historic candy company in the U.S., proudly offering genuine historical candies with the story of each
The Unexpected Origins of Jelly Beans
Most people don’t consider jelly beans an ancient candy and, indeed, they belong in a time period unto themselves. Their history dates back a few thousand years to the venerable candy we call Turkish Delight. Flash forward and the Colonists were eating the Turkish delight and, at last, in the 1800s, a Bostonian put a sugar shell on the delight to make…the Jelly Bean. What happened next is a treat in itself!
True Treats is the only historically accurate candy store in the world, bringing the past to life through researched sweets, teas, syrups, and more. Every product is rooted in history, telling the story of how people from all walks of life enjoyed treats through time. Leading this effort is Susan, a nationally recognized candy historian, researcher, and author who appears regularly on TV, radio, and in major publications. With over 40 years of experience, she has written ten books and founded True Treats to share the fascinating history of candy in a fun and delicious way. Susan’s work uncovers the surprising origins of America’s favorite sweets, from ancient uses of sugar to the candies of the 1900s. Through True Treats, Susan makes history an interactive experience, allowing customers to taste the past while learning the stories behind every bite.
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