Welcome to the World of Jelly Belly:
A Rainbow of Flavors Awaits!
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Jelly belly beans
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Properties on each bean
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Facts on Jelly Belly
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Milestones in the Jelly Belly History
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Recipes
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a Little Bit of History ...
1869
At age 24, Gustav Goelitz opens a candy business in Belleville, Illinois, and sets the family on its sweet destiny.
1894
Gustav's sons continue the family candy making tradition.
1898
The second generation of the Goelitz candy-making family specializes in a new type of candy, mellocremes (also called butter creams), which include candy corn.
1940
In the midst of sugar rationing during World War II, which limited candy production, the company introduces Mint Wafers.
1960
The third- and fourth-generation descendants of Gustav Goelitz cook candies such as tangerine slices, spice drops, and jelly beans.
1965
A flavor breakthrough is made when the Goelitz Mini Jelly Beans are infused with flavor in the center as well as the shell.
1972
Chocolate Dutch Mints® debut. A creamy mint center is covered in dark chocolate and finished with a crisp, candy shell. It's a classic now and still one of the most popular confections we make.
1976
Building upon the flavor innovation of the Goelitz Mini Jelly Beans, the first eight flavors of Jelly Belly jelly beans, Root Beer, Green Apple, Licorice, Cream Soda, Lemon, Tangerine, Very Cherry, and Grape, are introduced.
1980
The world discovers President Ronald Reagan eats Jelly Belly jelly beans, and a star is born.
1981
About 3.5 tons of Jelly Belly jelly beans are shipped to Washington D.C. for President Ronald Reagan's inauguration celebrations.
Did You Know?
Did You Know?
The company has evolved from its original eight flavors in 1976 to more than 100 over the years. Current popular flavors include Buttered Popcorn, Very Cherry, Cotton Candy, Watermelon, and Green Apple.
Did You Know?
Jelly Belly have collaborated with brands like Dr. Pepper, A&W Root Beer, Snapple, Tabasco, Krispy Kreme, and Coldstone Creamery.
Popularity of Flavors
Very Cherry has been the most popular Jelly Belly flavor for many years, only briefly surpassed by Buttered Popcorn in 1998.
Caloric Content
Each bean contains only 4 calories, meaning that a handful of 25 beans amounts to 100 calories.
Company Origins
The company, initially known for producing candy corn, was established around 1898 as the Goelitz Confectionery Company.
Production Time
It takes 7 to 21 days to make a single jelly bean, involving a complex and multi-step process.
Early Connections
The founder of Jelly Belly, David Klein, was also notable for creating a new type of jelly bean with flavored insides and outer shells, using unconventional flavors like watermelon, licorice, and root beer.
Inspiration
The origin of jelly beans may be traced back to Turkish Delights from Turkey.
Unique Features
Jelly Belly beans are known for their flavored centers and shells, smaller size, more intense flavor, and exotic flavors.
Astronaut Snack
Jelly Belly beans were the first jelly beans in space, sent on the 1983 Challenger mission as a surprise for astronauts by President Reagan.
Historical Slang
The term 'jelly-bean' was used in the 1910s and 1920s as slang for a stylish but otherwise unremarkable man.
Explore More ...
BAKE-SALE PIES
Recipe for 24 cupcakes
Decorate these bake-sale cupcakes with Very Cherry or Blueberry Jelly Belly beans for a 'pie-rific' twist on a classic cupcake. These charming cupcakes mimic the look of little pies and are sure to be a hit at any bake sale or country-themed party.
Cherry Turnover
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