1940s
Mars released M&Ms in 1941 and Bazooka bubble gum was introduced in 1947. Hershey created Almond Joysin 1948 and the company that made Smarties first opened in 1949.
1950s
Hot Tamales, the popular cinnamon-flavored candies, were introduced in 1950 and Pixy Stix were first sold in 1952.
1960s
Starburst – which was originally called Opal Fruits – was released in the U.K. in 1960 and came to the U.S. in 1967, according to Delish. Haribo Goldbears were also released in 1960 and in 1962, Lemonheads were released.
1970s
Skittleswere first produced in the U.K. in 1974. Though a similar form of ‘Carbonated Candy’ was invented in 1956, Pop Rocks weren’t invented and released as they are today the ‘70s. Reese’s Pieces also came out the same decade.
1980s
Nerds were invented in 1983 and Sour Patch Kids were introduced in 1985.
1990s
In the 1990s, Hershey’s Cookies ‘N’ Creme bars first hit store shelves in 1994.
2000s
Candy company Goelitz – which became Jelly Belly Candy Company in 2001 – released Bertie Bott’s Every Flavor Beans in 2000, inspired by the "Harry Potter" franchise.
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