What is the history behind gummy bears?

From actual bears to every kid's favorite Halloween get, the sweet, chewy history of the gummy bear. read more

Whether you call them"gummy" or"gummi," whether you prefer bears or worms, whether your loyalty lies with Haribo or Black Forest, there’s no denying that the gelatinous, rainbow-colored candies most of us first came to know and love simply as “gummy bears” are one of the world’s most popular confections. read more

The original bear was a bit taller and more svelte than the gummy bear (or, in German, gummibär) we all know and love, but it was an instant hit with children in Bonn. By 1930, the two-man family operation had evolved into factory of 160. read more