Necco Wafers are making a comeback this summer!

The good news: Necco Wafers are making a comeback after their former maker closed up shop abruptly in 2018.

The brand was eventually purchased out of bankruptcy by Spangler Candy Company, which is launching the candy’s comeback. 

Spangler also brought back Sweethearts this past Valentine’s Day, albeit it was more of a beta test trial run.

Originally created in 1847, Necco candy wafers name is an acronym for the New England Confectionery Company, the company that created it and the wafer disk-shaped candies will continue to be wrapped in the wax paper packaging that is instantly recognizable to candy aficionados.

“Just when comfort food is experiencing a resurgence, Necco Wafers is back with that very kind of familiar, comfortable feeling we all seem to be craving,” said Spangler Candy Company CEO Kirk Vashaw.  “We are delighted to bring Necco Wafers back into production and to share in their sweet return with fans old and new.”

The original formula remains unchanged for seven of the eight original flavors. Lemon (yellow), lime (green), orange (orange), clove (light purple), cinnamon (white), wintergreen (pink) and licorice (dark grey) will taste the same, but there were minor improvements made to chocolate (brown) to add a richer cocoa flavor.

“We know fans have been waiting anxiously for the return of Necco Wafers and anticipate high demand,” Vashaw said.  “Our production lines will continue to run as fast as possible to keep stores in-stock.”

The wafers will begin to hit the shelves of major drugstores and pharmacies in early June, followed by shipments to other major retailers.

Source: Necco Wafers Are Making A Comeback This Summer

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