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1980s Candy

You can find a more detailed list of candy from the 1980s here

AirHeads Candy (History, Flavors & Commercials)

by Jason Kane

If you love taffy-style sweets, you will love Airheads candy. Most people have tried these delicious, tart and chewy candies before but if you have not you need to make sure that you put this on your list of candies to try. AirHeads candy are available at the theater in some places and can be … Read more

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80s Candy: History And Candy Facts

by Jason Kane

Who counts how many feelings and memories come up in our minds when we read or hear the word “candy”? 80s candy felt like a sweet paradise, right? It does not matter how old you are or where you are from, the love for sweet treats unites us all. Don’t say that you have not … Read more

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Space Food Sticks (History, Pictures & Commercials)

by Jason Kane

Space food sticks are linked indelibly with the first trips to space and they were very popular in the space race era due to this connection. If you have not heard of these snacks, that is because they were discontinued in the 1980s when the original space race craze officially ended. This being said, they … Read more

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Dubble Bubble Gum (History, Pictures & Commercials)

by Jason Kane

Dubble Bubble gum has been popular for generations, particularly in the US and the UK, and there are many varieties of gum on the market these days. Many of these gums are made to freshen your breath but at the beginning of the history of chewing gum, gum was made for the purpose of blowing … Read more

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Mamba Candy (History, Flavors & Pictures)

by Jason Kane

Fruity, juicy, chewy, delicious – all of these words have been used to describe Mamba candy and they are all absolutely right. Originally launched in the German market, this candy has been popular since the day it debuted.  Mamba Candy History Mamba has a long, steady history behind it. This candy was originally produced in … Read more

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Caramello (History, Pictures & Commercials)

by Jason Kane

Caramello bars have been around for a long time and they are sold under different names in the UK and Australia. The general name for the candy confection is actually Cadbury Caramilk, but in the US, this candy bar is more familiarly known as Caramello. The entire styling of the bar is different depending on … Read more

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Double Dip Candy (History, Flavors, FAQ & Pictures)

by Jason Kane

Have you ever heard of Double Dip Candy? This confectionary candy was introduced by Swizzles Matlow and became exceptionally popular for a short time frame. This powdery, sweet candy had a dipping stick and will closely remind you of the popular Fun Dip candy on the market today.  Let’s take a closer look!  Double Dip … Read more

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Fruit String Thing (History, Pictures & Commercials)

by Jason Kane

This unique snack was a mainstay of snack favorites for kids in the 90s and this classic treat is remembered with fondness by many people. These strange little fruit snacks were a big hit for kids who loved being given permission to play with their food and they offer a model for snacking that has … Read more

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Smartfood Popcorn (History, Varieties & Commercials)

by Jason Kane

When people talk about popcorn that can be eaten on the go, they always talk about Smartfood popcorn. This tells you how completely the company has met its original goal of sweeping away the low-quality and tasteless cheesy popcorns that were sold prior to the creation of the Smartfood brand. Smartfood has become the standard … Read more

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Bar None (History, Pictures & Commercials)

by Jason Kane

Many people are well aware of the existence of Hershey’s and its products. People know about the Hershey’s bar and other products that are made by this company that is quite famous by now. However, there have been some products that the candy giant has made that have not been as popular or as well … Read more

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