Riesen facts for kids
Riesen Candy
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| Type | Confectionery |
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| Owner | August Storck |
| Country | Germany |
| Introduced | 1934 |
| Markets | Worldwide |
Riesen (pronounced "REE-zen") is a yummy candy made of chewy chocolate caramel covered in rich dark chocolate. The name "Riesen" means "Giants" in German! This popular treat comes from Germany and is made by a company called August Storck. They also make another famous candy called Werther's Original. You can find Riesen candies individually wrapped in bags in many places around the world.
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The Story of Riesen Candy
Early Days: The 1930s
Back in the 1930s, most candy in Germany was sold loose from big jars in small shops. But Storck, the company that makes Riesen, did something new! They introduced the very first wrapped caramel candy. It was called the Storck 1 Pfennig Riesen. People loved its tasty caramel flavor and how chewy it was.
Growing Up: The 1940s
The 1 Pfennig Riesen candy changed over time. It became the 2 Pfennig RIESEN, and then just Storck RIESEN. You could find it in several different flavors, including a chocolate caramel one.
A New Look: The 1980s
In the 1980s, the chocolate-caramel candy got a special upgrade. It was covered in dark chocolate and became known as the "Chocolate Riesen." This new version was sold in bags, with each piece individually wrapped.
Going Global: The 1990s
The Riesen brand became very popular and started to spread around the world. In 1991, it was introduced to the United States. Today, Riesen is well-known in many countries, including Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
New Flavors and Beyond: The 2000s
In 2001, a new flavor called Peanut Riesen was introduced. It had chopped peanuts mixed into the caramel, all covered in chocolate. However, it was stopped in 2002 because not many people bought it.
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