How are JOLLY RANCHER candies made?

JOLLY RANCHER candies are manufactured by creating a solution of corn syrup, sucrose, glucose, or fructose syrup that is boiled to a temperature of 160 °C/320F and cooled to create a supersaturated mixture that is roughly 2.5 percent water.

What is the most popular JOLLY RANCHER flavor?

All JOLLY RANCHER candy flavors are yummy but watermelon is the most popular JOLLY RANCHER flavor! Among the more popular current JOLLY RANCHER flavors are cherry, blue raspberry, grape, and green apple.

Are JOLLY RANCHER candies vegan?

JOLLY RANCHER candies are not vegan.

Are JOLLY RANCHER candies gluten free?

JOLLY RANCHER products do not contain gluten ingredients. Always refer to each package for current ingredients and allergen statements to make an informed decision about Hershey products. If you have additional questions, contact Customer Service or explore our gluten free labeled Hershey products .

JOLLY RANCHER

Whether you want to savor the taste of our hard candy or bite into chewy goodness, each pack of JOLLY RANCHER Candy is filled with infinite fruit flavor (and then some).

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Freeze Dried Fun!

These airy, fruity JOLLY RANCHER Freeze Dried treats are bursting with bold blue raspberry, green apple and watermelon flavors for a totally sweet snack time.

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JOLLY RANCHER Ropes

Rope in fruity fun with JOLLY RANCHER Ropes! These deliciously chewy treats are bursting with the bold flavors of juicy watermelon, tart green apple, tangy blue raspberry and sweet cherry.

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Did You Know?

JOLLY RANCHER Candy got its start in 1949 at the JOLLY RANCHER Company, founded  by Bill and Dorothy Harmsen of Golden, Colorado. The hard candies joined The Hershey  Company in 1996, and since then we’ve added lollipops, gummies and more!

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JOLLY RANCHER Gummies Original Flavors

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JOLLY RANCHER Original Flavors Hard Candy, 7 oz bag

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JOLLY RANCHER Gummies Sour Awesome Reds, 6.5 oz bag

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JOLLY RANCHER Chewy Poppers Original Flavors Candy, 12 oz bag

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JOLLY RANCHER Gummies Very Berry

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JOLLY RANCHER Gummies Sour Original Flavors

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JOLLY RANCHER Zero Sugar Original Flavors Hard Candy, 3.6 oz bag

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JOLLY RANCHER Tropical Hard Candy, 13 oz bag

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What's in a Name?

The name ‘JOLLY RANCHER’ was chosen to let consumers know they were a friendly,  western company.

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Watermelon is the most popular JOLLY RANCHER flavor. Set up your own taste test with all 14 flavors and let us know which is the winner in your house!

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JOLLY RANCHER Frequently Asked Questions

: JOLLY RANCHER candies are manufactured by creating a solution of corn syrup, sucrose, glucose, or fructose syrup that is boiled to a temperature of 160 °C/320F and cooled to create a supersaturated mixture that is roughly 2.5 percent water.
: All JOLLY RANCHER candy flavors are yummy but watermelon is the most popular JOLLY RANCHER flavor! Among the more popular current JOLLY RANCHER flavors are cherry, blue raspberry, grape, and green apple.
: JOLLY RANCHER candies are not vegan.
: JOLLY RANCHER products do not contain gluten ingredients. Always refer to each package for current ingredients and allergen statements to make an informed decision about Hershey products. If you have additional questions, contact Customer Service or explore our gluten free labeled Hershey products.

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