Junior Mints

Junior Mints are a popular brand of confectionery products, specifically chocolate-covered mint candies. They were introduced in the United States in 1949 by the James O. Welch Company and are currently produced by Tootsie Roll Industries.

History

The Junior Mints were first produced in 1949 by the James O. Welch Company. The name "Junior Mints" is a tribute to a popular Broadway show at the time, "Junior Miss". In 1993, the brand was acquired by Tootsie Roll Industries, a company known for its wide range of confectionery products.

Description

Junior Mints are small, round candies consisting of a mint filling, or center, covered in dark chocolate. The mint filling is soft and creamy, providing a contrast to the harder chocolate shell. The combination of mint and chocolate gives Junior Mints their distinctive and popular flavor.

Popularity

Junior Mints have remained a popular candy choice in the United States for over seven decades. They are often associated with movie theater concessions, but are also widely available in grocery stores and online. The brand has also been featured in popular culture, most notably in an episode of the television show Seinfeld.

Varieties

Over the years, several variations of Junior Mints have been introduced. These include "Junior Mints Deluxe", a larger version of the original candy, and "Junior Mints Peppermint Crunch", a holiday edition with crunchy peppermint bits in the filling. There is also a "Junior Mints Hot Cocoa" flavor, which is a blend of mint and chocolate flavors.

See also

• Tootsie Roll
• Mint chocolate
• Confectionery