Ferrara Candy Company is a powerhouse in the U.S. candy industry, known for producing some of the most beloved gummy, chewy, sweet, and sour brands in the country. Originally founded in Chicago in 1908, Ferrara has grown into a leading name in confectionery with a fun, flavor-packed portfolio that includes both nostalgic favorites and modern classics.

With a strong presence in convenience stores, movie theaters, and supermarkets, Ferrara’s brands are top sellers across the board—perfect for any retailer looking to move high-demand candy with built-in brand recognition and crave-worthy flavor.

Ferrara is especially known for its themed gummies, sour candies, chewy fruit snacks, and seasonal novelty items, all designed to pop off shelves with bold colors and bold taste.

Top brands under Ferrara include:

• Trolli® – Sour Brite Crawlers, Octopus, and Eggs

• Laffy Taffy® – Stretchy, fruity taffy with jokes on every wrapper

• Nerds® – Original, Gummy Clusters, Ropes, and Big Chewy

• Lemonhead® – Tart lemon and fruit-flavored hard candies

• Now and Later® – Chewy, long-lasting fruit chews

• Sweetarts® – Tangy pressed candy and chewy ropes

• Red Hots®, Atomic Fireballs®, and Brach’s® for seasonal and classic assortments

Fun fact: Ferrara produces over 1 million pounds of candy every day, making it one of the largest non-chocolate candy manufacturers in North America.

York Snack Food Distribution Inc. proudly carries Ferrara’s best-known brands—perfect for candy aisles, seasonal displays, and impulse-buy zones where flavor and fun meet.