Gummy candies: The little desserts that leave you craving for more.

The origin and types of gummy candies:
Gummy candies can be traced back to 15th-century Turkey, where they were made from the sap of rubber trees and sugar, and had a relatively hard texture. Later, the French brought gummy candies to Europe and improved the production process, making them softer in texture.

Nowadays, gummy candies have become one of the globally popular small desserts, with a wide variety of types. Depending on the raw materials used, gummy candies can be classified into fruit-flavored gummy candies, milk gummy candies, alcohol-filled gummy candies, and pure sugar gummy candies. Among them, fruit-flavored gummy candies are made from fruits, offering a fresh taste and a soft texture; milk gummy candies are made from dairy products, providing a soft and sweet flavor; alcohol-filled gummy candies are made with alcohol as the main ingredient, featuring a strong aroma of alcohol; and pure sugar gummy candies are the traditional type, with a rich flavor and a soft texture.

Soft candy making method:

The making method of soft candy is relatively complex. First, the ingredients such as granulated sugar, glucose syrup, fruit juice, and gelatin need to be heated and stirred. Then, semi-curing and shaping are carried out, followed by packaging. Among them, pectin is an indispensable component in soft candy, which can play a role in solidifying and keeping the soft candy with a soft texture. During the making process of soft candy, skills such as controlling the heat and the intensity of stirring need to be mastered to ensure the quality of the soft candy.

Soft candy tasting tips:

Soft candies are different from ordinary candies and require some techniques to enjoy the best taste. First, soft candies should be stored at room temperature for the best taste. Secondly, when tasting soft candies, do not bite them directly. Instead, put them in your mouth and slowly savor them, allowing the soft candies to melt and release a rich flavor. Additionally, if you want to enhance the taste of the soft candies, you can pair them with some tea, coffee, or alcoholic beverages to add more layers of flavor.