Millar McCowan facts for kids
| Private | |
| Industry | Confectionery |
| Founded | 2006 |
| Founder | Andrew McCowan, John Millar |
| Headquarters | Stenhousemuir, Falkirk, Scotland |
Millar McCowan was a company from Scotland that made many popular sweets and candies. It was known for famous brands like McCowan's and John Millar & Sons. The company was owned by Andrew Walsh, who also ran Thornycroft, a business that helped deliver sweets to shops.
About Millar McCowan
Millar McCowan was once the biggest independent sweet maker in Scotland. This means it was a large company that wasn't part of a bigger group. They had factories in two different places: Broxburn and Stenhousemuir, which is close to Falkirk.
Sweet Treats They Made
Millar McCowan created many tasty treats that people loved. Some of their most famous sweets included:
- Wham Bars: These are chewy, fizzy bars known for their bright colours.
- Highland Toffee: A classic Scottish sweet, famous for its rich, chewy caramel flavour.
They also made traditional Scottish candies that have been enjoyed for a long time. These included:
- Pan Drops: Small, round mints with a crisp sugar shell.
- Bonbons: Chewy sweets often covered in a dusting of sugar, coming in different flavours.
What Happened to the Company?
In October 2011, Millar McCowan faced financial difficulties. This meant the company could no longer continue making sweets on its own. Because of this, the different sweet brands were sold to other companies.
The McCowan's brand was taken over by a company called Tangerine Confectionery. At the same time, the Millar brand was bought by Nisha Enterprises. Both Tangerine and Nisha already had their own factories. This meant they didn't need the Millar McCowan factories. Sadly, this led to the closure of the sweet-making plants in Stenhousemuir and Broxburn.
