Skittles facts for kids
Skittles are a popular type of chewy candy, famous for their bright colors and fruity flavors. Each small, round candy has a hard shell with the letter "S" printed on it, and a soft, chewy inside. Skittles were first made in England in 1974 by a company called the Wrigley Company.
The Story of Skittles
Skittles candies first arrived in the United States in 1979, five years after they were created in England. Their famous slogan, "Taste the Rainbow," was created in New York by an advertising company. This catchy phrase helps people remember the many different fruit flavors and bright colors of Skittles.
What Are Skittles Like?
Skittles are known for their unique texture. They have a crunchy, colorful outer shell and a soft, chewy center. On one side of each candy, you'll find a small "S" printed, which stands for Skittles!
Skittles come in many different flavors. The very first flavors were lime, lemon, grape, orange, and cherry. Over the years, many new and exciting flavor mixes have been added.
Skittles Through the Years
- 1974: Skittles candies are first created in Britain.
- 1979: Skittles arrive in the United States.
- 1989: New flavors like Tropical Skittles and Wild Berry Skittles are introduced.
- 2000: Sour Skittles, with a tangy kick, hit the market.
- 2004: Skittles launches its first bubble gum product.
- 2005: Skittles Smoothie Mix flavors become available.
- 2006: X-treme Fruit Skittles Gum is released as a special, limited edition.
- 2009: Skittles Crazy Cores, with two flavors in one candy, are introduced.
- 2010: Skittles Fizzl'd Fruits™ bring a fizzy sensation.
- 2012: Skittles Riddles, where you don't know the flavor until you taste it, are released.
- 2013: Darkside Skittles, featuring mysterious, darker fruit flavors, appear.
- 2014: Skittles Desserts, inspired by popular sweet treats, are launched.
- 2015: Skittles Orchards, with flavors like apple and peach, join the lineup.
