Our Heritage

About Us

An American Original

Not every candy makes history. From the box office to the Oval Office, Jelly Belly jelly beans have brought flavor to the forefront.

When it comes to getting flavor right, we're light-years ahead of the competition.

Our roots stretch all the way back to the 19th century. In the 1960s, the company that would become Jelly Belly hit on a breakthrough — we were the first to infuse jelly bean centers as well as the shell with flavor.

Our roots stretch all the way back to the 19th century. In the 1960s, the company that would become Jelly Belly hit on a breakthrough — we were the first to infuse jelly bean centers as well as the shell with flavor.

Our Tasteful Timeline

A curated collection of flavorful milestones.

1976

The first eight flavors of Jelly Belly jelly beans are introduced.

1980

The world discovers Jelly Belly jelly beans are President-elect Ronald Reagan’s favorite treat.

1982

We go global, expanding beyond North America to the United Kingdom.

1986

We move to Fairfield, California, opening our doors to factory tours and inviting everyone to experience the joy of jelly bean making firsthand.

1989

Buttered Popcorn launches as the world’s first savory jelly bean flavor and becomes an instant sensation.

1993

Sours arrive, introducing a bold new expression of flavor.

1996

We begin stamping our name on every jelly bean, a mark of pride and quality.

 

The ultimate sign of good taste.

 

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2008

BeanBoozled launches, offering a playful flavor experience like no other.

2023

Ferrara Candy Company acquires Jelly Belly. With more than 250 years of combined history, this milestone brings Jelly Belly into Ferrara’s expansive portfolio of beloved confections, uniting it with some of the most iconic names in candy.

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