Hershey's has teamed up with the Harry Potter franchise to release new Butterbeer Kisses in 2025.
Designed for the 2025 Easter season, the new Hershey's Kisses Butterbeer Flavored Candies with Harry Potter Foils are a magical twist on Hershey's signature candy. The new flavor is named after the iconic Hogsmeade drink from the Harry Potter series, which is often interpreted to have a butterscotch and cream flavor. The new Butterbeer Kisses channel this flavor by taking gold-colored chocolate Kisses and filling them with a sweet Butterbeer-flavored creme. Each Kiss is then individually wrapped in Harry Potter-themed foils with symbols related to Harry Potter and magic.
The new Butterbeer Kisses will be available in nine-ounce bags and two-ounce tubs.
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Hershey's Has Released New Harry Potter Butterbeer Kisses
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