Bebeto Super Sour Scary Skulls have been launched by the brand in the UK as a candy product perfect for helping to build on the popularity of the Halloween season this year.
The product consists of skull-shaped gummy candies in six flavors including Cola, Strawberry, Blackcurrant, Cherry and Raspberry that each have a fizzing profile along with sour tastes. The product is crafted without the use of artificial flavors or colors in the mix, while also being Halal certified. The low-cost treat comes in 150-gram bags priced at just £1.50.
Commercial Director at Kern Gida UK Phil Hulme spoke on the Bebeto Super Sour Scary Skulls saying, "Halloween remains a key focus for Bebeto, with our range consistently performing well year after year. We’re seeing a growing trend of consumers choosing sugar confectionery over chocolate, and we’re thrilled to expand our Halloween offering for 2024. By introducing the new Super Sour Scary Skulls, we are also tapping into the popular and growing sour confectionery trend, where we are seeing nearly a third of UK confectionery consumers (29%) keen to try sour flavours in a new product."
Fizzing Skull-Shaped Candy Products
Bebeto Super Sour Scary Skulls Come in Six Flavors
Trend Themes
1. Seasonal Candy Innovation - Candy products like Bebeto Super Sour Scary Skulls capitalize on seasonal themes such as Halloween to boost product appeal and sales.
2. Halal-certified Confections - Introducing Halal-certified candy products opens markets to diverse consumer groups seeking dietary-compliant sweets.
3. Sour Flavor Popularity - The rising interest in sour confectionery flavors presents opportunities for brands to develop new and exciting tangy treats.
Industry Implications
1. Confectionery Industry - The confectionery sector is expanding with diverse flavor profiles and seasonal themes catering to evolving consumer tastes.
2. Halal Food Market - The demand for Halal-certified products in the food market is increasing, offering growth potential for compliant and diverse product lines.
3. Seasonal Retail - Seasonal retail marketing, especially around holidays like Halloween, sees a surge with innovative themed products driving consumer engagement.