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Boyer Brothers
Industry Food processing
Founded 1936
Founders Bill and Bob Boyer
Headquarters ,
USA
Products Chocolate products

Boyer Brothers, Inc. is a famous candy company located in Altoona, Pennsylvania, USA. For many years, this company has been making delicious chocolate treats that people of all ages enjoy. Their factory is right in the heart of downtown Altoona, where the sweet smell of chocolate often fills the air!

Boyer Brothers: A Sweet History

Boyer Brothers is a company that makes yummy candies. It's known for its special chocolate treats. The company's factory is in Altoona, Pennsylvania, a city in the United States. This factory is a busy place where many different kinds of candies are made every day.

How It All Started

The Boyer Brothers company was started in 1936 by two brothers, Bill and Bob Boyer. They began making candies in their own kitchen! They wanted to create new and exciting treats for people to enjoy. Their first big idea was a candy called the Mallo Cup. It was so popular that they soon needed a bigger place to make all their candies.

Famous Candies: Mallo Cup and Clark Bar

The Mallo Cup is one of Boyer Brothers' most famous candies. It's a chocolate cup filled with a soft, creamy marshmallow center. It also has tasty coconut flakes sprinkled on top. People love its unique flavor and texture.

Mallo-Cup-Split
The Boyer Brothers made mallo cups similar to this one.

In 2018, Boyer Brothers also started making another classic candy called the Clark Bar. This candy has a crunchy peanut butter taffy center covered in milk chocolate. It's a favorite for many who enjoy a mix of sweet and nutty flavors.

Where the Magic Happens

The Boyer Brothers factory is located in the downtown area of Altoona, Pennsylvania. This is where all the candy-making magic happens! Inside the factory, machines mix ingredients, shape the candies, and cover them in chocolate. Then, the candies are wrapped and packed, ready to be sent to stores all over the country.

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