Best candy shops in Orlando

Where did candy come from?

Candy can be traced back to the early Egyptians who were known to have combined nuts, fruits, and honey to make sweet treats. Early Greeks also made use of fruits to produce candied flowers and fruits. The first modern candies were not produced until the 16th century. And before the 19th century, manufacturing sweets had developed speedily into a large industry.

Candy is produced by making a mixture of milk, water, and sugar to form a thick syrup. What determines the final texture of the candy is the temperature used during heating and the concentration of the sugar. Hard candy is a product of hot temperatures, a medium temperature produces soft candy while a cool temperature gives birth to chewy candy. The English word Candy has been in use since the 13th century. The word candy comes from an Arabic word “qandi”, which referred to boiled sugar cane.

Honey has remained a favorite sweetener all throughout history. Even the Bible made mention of honey as a sweetener. The early Chinese, Egyptians, and Arabians candied nuts and fruits in honey, which was the earliest known form of candy.

One of the earliest versions of candies is known as barley sugar which was produced from barley grains. The Aztecs and Mayans both cherished the cocoa bean more than any other seed, and were the very first humans to taste chocolate. Sugar candy was first boiled in America and England in the 17th century.

Hard candies, such as lemon drops and peppermints didn’t gain popularity until the 19th century. The first ever chocolate candy bars were produced in 1847 by Joseph Fry with the use of bittersweet chocolate. In 1875, milk chocolate was introduced by Daniel Peter and Henry Nestle. Now let’s see some great spots you can check out in Orlando for the nice candies they offer:

1. M & M’s World

8001 S Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL 32809

What makes M & M’s popular all over the world goes beyond the colorful and tasty candies they offer. If you wish to shop for your children’s clothing while they enjoy their favorite candies, M & M’s world is your best bet. They offer almost every fun thing you could imagine to meet your children’s cravings ranging from toys to candies to clothes and several other items. The store is a must visit whether you love the classic M & M’s or just want to walk in and smell the chocolate filled air.

Read Pam H.‘s review of M&M’s World on Yelp

2. La Zucre Cake Boutique

1502 N Semoran Blvd. #112 Orlando, FL 32807

One thing that will strike you as a first time visitor to the La Zucre is the clean and inviting nature of the baking shop. Their helpful and warm workers will help you decide what you wish to pick up before you leave. If you have kids who are in love with cupcakes, you can take them along for a special cupcake treat. The different variety of the flavors of their candies and cupcakes gives you a wide variety of tasty options to choose from.

Read Liz G.‘s review of La Zucre Cake Boutique on Yelp

3. Rocket Fizz

520 S Park Ave. Winter Park, FL 32789

This Soda Pop and Candy shop is your one-stop shop for all your candy shop needs. Rocket fizz has a collection of thousands of different candy and soda pops from different parts of the world. A visit to Rocket fizz will bring back all your childhood memories.

Rocket Fizz founders are fond of giving away free candies and soda pops occasionally. You may be lucky to visit when they are in the mood of giving out freebies. So, next time you think candy, think Rocket Fizz.

Read Christina C.‘s review of Rocket Fizz on Yelp

4. Sugarplum’s Sweet Shop

6000 Universal Blvd. Orlando, FL 32819

Sugarplum’s sweet shop opened its doors for business in 2016 and have not looked back ever since. They sell some exotic candies that were inspired by the treats found in the Harry Potter films and books. They also sell bakery and candy items such as Cauldron Cakes, Pasties, and Butterbeer Fudge.

Read Samantha B.‘s review of Sugarplum’s Sweet Shop on Yelp

5. Natalie’s Candy Jar

6000 Universal Blvd. Orlando, FL 32819

Natalie’s Candy Jar feature a wide variety of bulk selection of sours, chocolates, gummies, jellys,  in addition to their variety of sugar-free treats, healthy trail mixes, and nuts. The high quality boxed chocolates they offer domestic and international travelers and other such gift items are among the reasons why they are always well sought-after.
Whether you are looking for an excellent sugar-free selection of candies, an incredible collection of sweet chocolates or a gift box of confections, Natalie’s Candy Jar is all you need to have all your candy needs met. This is the ideal candy option for you if you are planning on embarking on a journey.
Natalie’s Candy jar appeals to everyone of age. If you take your kids to Natalie, you will cherish the unmistakable excitement and anticipation on your kids’ faces as they step into the colorful environment with every kind of bright candy on display on every side.

Read Samantha B.‘s review of Sugarplum’s Sweet Shop on Yelp