You can find a more detailed list of candy from the 1960s here
Pop Rocks are one of the most well-known and popular candies in the US and this is for good reason. There are few candies that are this much fun to eat and you have been missing out if you have never tried this tasty and fun candy snack. Pop Rocks are an eating experience as … Read more
Small candies that can be eaten by the handful are some of the most enjoyable candies on the market. There are many candies that are made using this format, but Sixlets are one of the most well-known of these candies. You will find that there are many versions of candy that have been made to … Read more
Have you ever wondered were the Beatles’ favorite candy from the 1960s? Or what did the Rolling Stones have in their pockets while performing on the stage? Or what would James Bond enjoy if he did not have to go through all the adventures? The 1960s was the era of peace, love, and, of course, … Read more
Astro Pops came onto the snack food market following the rise of interest in space due to the race to the moon in the 60s. These are classic candies that have a lot to say about what was important and exciting to adults and kids alike during the 1960s. Not everyone will remember these classic … Read more
The General Mills Company has been a leader in the cereal industry for a reason. They’ve turned out some really incredible cereals over the years and Kaboom is just one of those. This cereal was fun, delicious, and even loaded with vitamins. Does it really get much better than that? Kaboom History Kaboom was released … Read more
Now and Later candy is a classic candy that has always been a winner. It’s this hard square of candy that reminds you of a starburst but isn’t as juicy. It’s sweet and flavorful and most certainly a one-of-a-kind candy when you compare it to other options out there. Let’s take a walk through memory … Read more
Some people aren’t big fans but many of us remember growing up with Swedish Fish and still turn to these fun chewy candies to enjoy when we want that little something sweet. Swedish Fish have been around forever, it seems. One of the interesting things about this unique candy is that they are labeled as … Read more
Shockers candy was not always known by this name. You might know them as SweeTarts. These sweet and sour candies were originally created in the 60s under the moniker which was later changed to Shockers when the stronger and more sour version was made. This was owing to the surprisingly sweet and sour notes of … Read more
Starburst is a soft fruit-flavored candy in the form of a type of taffy. They come as rectangular or “box” shaped pieces of individually wrapped candy in a variety of colors and flavors. Starburst themselves are chewy, interesting to look at, and generally are fruit-flavored. Starburst is advertised as being made with real fruit juice, … Read more
Sprite is a clear soda with a lemon-lime flavor and is known for its green color branding. Sprite is caffeine-free, crisp tasting, and has had a wide fan base since its introduction in 1961. Sprite is often thought to be a close competitor to 7Up, another caffeine-free lemon-lime flavored soft drink. Sprite has a wide … Read more