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DENVER - Ten million! That is how many candy canes the company, Hammond’s Candies, hand makes each year. In addition to that signature cane-shaped candy, the company also produces chocolate bars, rainbow lollipops, and lemon drops. Take a free, 30-minute tour to see how this company that’s one of the oldest candy manufacturers in the U.S. makes its sweet treats.

Hammond’s Candies was founded by Carl T. Hammond, Sr. who quit high school in 1913 and got a job as a candy maker apprentice. After serving in World War I, Hammond returned to Denver and picked up where he left off in a candy factory. With several years of experience under his belt, he ventured out on his own. Early on, Hammond did everything. He developed the recipes, made the candy, sold it, and handled all the tasks required of a fledging business. Today, the company sells its handmade candies worldwide.

Andrew Schuman purchased Hammond’s Candies in 2007 and moved to the Mile High City with his wife and children. His specialty retail experience and entrepreneurial zeal, very similar to Carl T. Hammond, Sr. himself, was exactly what Hammond’s needed to rise to the next level of success. Within four short years after Andy took over, Hammond’s Candies doubled in size and the company continues to thrive under his leadership today.

In the U.S., Hammond Candy treats can be found in Whole Foods, Nordstrom’s, Dean & Deluca, Cracker Barrel and specialty shops.

Tours run every 30 minutes and online reservations are required to ensure availability.

For more information, visit online at https://www.hamondscandies. com