Bazooka Candy Brands Introduces All New Ring Pop® Gummy Gems Candy

NEW YORK, Nov. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Bazooka Candy Brands, a division of The Topps Company, Inc., launched Ring Pop® Gummy Gems this week. Inspired by the brand's signature gem shape, this new candy with a sweet gummy outside and a drop of sour gel on the inside, is a unique 2-in-1 candy experience. Ring Pop® Gummy Gems are now available chain-wide at Walmart®, and nationally at other major retailers in January 2019.

Ring Pop® Gummy Gems are sold in a 3.7 oz share-pack filled with a mix of mouth-watering 2-in-1, sweet and sour flavor combinations: Cherry Apple, Blue Raspberry Watermelon, Lime Blue Raspberry and Tropical Pineapple Orange.

"We are thrilled to introduce Ring Pop® Gummy Gems. Generations of Ring Pop® consumers know and love the Ring Pop® iconic gem shape. That's why we're so excited to use all new 3D technology to create an eye catching gem-shaped gummy that's unlike any other," said Becky Sotsky, Senior Brand Manager for Bazooka Candy Brands. "The combination of the sweet gummy and sour gel, plus the one-of-a-kind gem shape make this product a must try for candy lovers!"

Ring Pop® is a pop culture icon and favorite among lollipop consumers. With the release of its latest product, Ring Pop ® Gummy Gems, the powerhouse brand of 40 years continues to make consumers smile by tapping into the gummy market – the second largest and fastest growing non-chocolate segment.¹

About Bazooka Candy Brands:
Bazooka Candy Brands is a division of The Topps Company, Inc. and produces such iconic, high-quality candy products as Ring Pop®, Push Pop®, Baby Bottle Pop®, Juicy Drop® Pop, Match-Ems® and of course, Bazooka® bubble gum. For additional information, visit www.candymania.com.

Social Handles:
Facebook: @RingPop
Twitter: @RingPopOfficial
Instagram: @RingPopOfficial

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¹ Source: IRI 3-year Compounded Annual Growth Rate, w/e 12/31/2017

SOURCE Bazooka Candy Brands