Company Category: Candy, Gum & Mints

Werner Gourmet Meat Snacks

Founded by Ken and Karla Werner in 1994, Werner Gourmet Meat Snacks started making beef jerky as a home-based operation on the Oregon Coast. Driven by a commitment to quality and a hands-on approach, the business steadily grew – moving to a full production facility in Tillamook, expanding product lines to include meat sticks and candy snacks. Through each phase of growth, the Werner brand has remained rooted in its values of authentic flavors, high standards and deep family involvement. | Founded by the Werners in 1994, Werner Gourmet Meat Snacks started making beef jerky as a home-based operation on the Oregon Coast. Driven by a commitment to quality and a hands-on approach, the business steadily grew – moving to a full production facility in Tillamook, expanding product lines to include meat sticks and candy snacks. Through each phase of growth, the Werner brand has remained rooted in its values of authentic flavors and high standards

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VISTAR

Vistar, a division of Performance Food Group, is a leading food, candy, snack, and beverage distributor with focus on the Theatre & Family Entertainment industry. Vistar partners with national suppliers to offer options in hot food and frozen food programs. In addition to candy & snacks, Vistar carries all items needed to supply your venue with pizza, popcorn, nachos, ice cream, bottled water & beverages, paper goods, straws, Jan/San programs, trash liners. We are your “One-Stop-Shop” partner. | With over half a century of experience in the candy, snack, and beverage industry, we are leaders in innovation, committed to shaping the future of our industry with integrity, excellence, and authenticity. We serve over 60,000 customers nationwide, offering a diverse selection of more than 30,000 products. Our dedication to excellence is evident in every facet of our operations as we tailor solutions to meet the unique needs of our customers. By fostering genuine relationships with suppliers, customers, and associates, we embrace diversity and collaboration, driving continuous growth and success in an ever-evolving market.

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UNREAL

Our story began when two kids who loved candy got tired of being told they couldn’t eat it. All their favorites were filled with artificial ingredients, excess sugar, and stuff they couldn’t pronounce. Why did something that tasted so good have to be so bad for them? OR DID IT? That question inspired our mission: to unjunk the world. Unreal was born, and it sparked a ripple of change. With real, simple ingredients, way less sugar, and unbelievable taste, those kids proved that better was possible (and, well, better). Today, we’re shaking up an old-school industry, winning over a devoted fanbase, and showing up on more and more shelves every day.

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Tru Fru

Trü Frü is a snack company that specializes in frozen & freeze-dried chocolate-covered fruits. Trü Frü uses real fruit immersed in premium chocolate, crafted without artificial additives. Trü Frü’s snacks strike a balance between indulgence and better-for-you ingredients, appealing to consumers who want to treat themselves and feel good about it too.

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Tony’s Chocolonely

Tony’s Chocolonely is an impact company that makes chocolate. Its vision is to end exploitation in the cocoa industry. Not just their own chocolate, but all chocolate worldwide. | Hi there, we’re Tony’s Chocolonely. We make incredibly tasty chocolate on a mission to end exploitation in the cocoa industry. Not just our chocolate, but all chocolate worldwide. The more people who join us and share our story, the sooner our vision can become the norm. Are you in?

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THE PUR COMPANY

PUR is a market leader in better-for-you chewing gum and mints. Our products are made with simple, high-quality ingredients and sweetened with 100% xylitol – never sugar or artificial sweeteners like aspartame – delivering great taste without compromise. PUR products are vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, and free from peanuts and tree nuts, making them an easy choice for those with dietary sensitivities or anyone seeking cleaner options. PUR Gum is Kosher and Non-GMO certified and delivers refreshing flavour with every chew. PUR Mints offer an intense burst of minty freshness in a convenient, resealable tin – perfect for freshening your breath anytime, anywhere. | PUR is a market leader in better-for-you chewing gum and mints. Our products are made with simple, high-quality ingredients and sweetened with 100% xylitol – never sugar or artificial sweeteners like aspartame – delivering great taste without compromise. PUR products are vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, and free from peanuts and tree nuts, making them an easy choice for those with dietary sensitivities or anyone seeking cleaner options. PUR Gum is Kosher and Non-GMO certified and delivers refreshing flavour with every chew. PUR Mints offer an intense burst of minty freshness in a convenient, resealable tin – perfect for freshening your breath anytime, anywhere. Chew Better Gum & Mints! Choose PUR!

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The Magnum Ice Cream Company

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is the turnkey solution for micromarket and vending operators looking to enhance their unattended retail experience with globally recognized ice cream brands including Good Humor, Ben & Jerry’s, Klondike, Popsicle, Magnum, Yasso, Breyers, and Talenti. As the convenience services industry continues to innovate across micro markets, vending, kiosks, pantry, and other self service formats, operators need dependable partners who can meet evolving consumer expectations. We offer compact and full size branded freezers along with vending compatible frozen solutions, ensuring seamless integration across both micro market and vending environments. Partners also receive high impact POS materials designed to drive impulse purchases and elevate the overall consumer experience, a priority across modern unattended retail. Enhance your micro market and vending offerings with a turnkey frozen program backed by iconic brands, operational reliability, and best in class support built for the future of unattended retail.

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Taste of Nature, Inc.

Founded in 1992, Taste of Nature, Inc. is a leading innovator in the candy and snack space, delivering fun, on-trend products that drive impulse sales and repeat purchases. Through CandyASAP, we bring a powerful lineup of licensed and proprietary brands straight to retailers, distributors, and consumers nationwide. Our portfolio includes fan-favorite hits like Cookie Dough Bites®, Mrs. Fields® Cookies, Muddy Bears®, and exciting novelty treats designed to stand out on shelf and perform at checkout. We focus on bold flavors, eye-catching packaging, and proven sellers that move quickly across multiple channels. With flexible distribution, reliable supply, and a commitment to innovation, Taste of Nature is your partner for products that don’t just sit on shelves—they sell.

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Snak Club

Quality, the Snak Club Way Our snacks are crafted in our SQF Level 3–certified facility in Commerce, California — the gold standard for food safety and quality. Every batch goes through rigorous checks (yep, even the microscopic ones) so you can tear open a bag and snack without second-guessing. We source bold ingredients from all over the world and hold our suppliers to the same high bar. Because rule-breaking flavor still deserves best-in-class quality.

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SmartSweets

SmartSweets is a Vancouver-based food company founded in 2016 by Tara Bosch with a mission to “Kick Sugar, Keep Candy”. They produce low-sugar, plant-based gummy and chewy candies with up to 92% less sugar than traditional brands, using natural ingredients instead of artificial sweeteners or sugar alcohols. | Think candy has to be mostly sugar? Think again. SmartSweets is the first candy you can feel good about with up to 92% less sugar per 50g versus the leading traditional candy equivalents. Bursting with juicy flavors and better-for-you ingredients, SmartSweets makes the nostalgic flavors you know and love, without all the sugar

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