Top 7 Candies to Eat at the Beach, Ranked

Candy is important part of Summer fun...including beach trips! 🏖🌊

What's your favorite candy to eat at the beach?

Here are our top 7...ranked from good, to great, to the absolute best! 

7. Skittles

Skittles are the perfect beach candy. These small, colorful candies come in a convenient bag that’s easy to pack and share. The fruity flavors are refreshing and a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without being overly heavy. Plus, Skittles don't melt in the sun, making them an ideal choice for a hot day by the sea.

6. Twizzlers

Twizzlers are a beach bag staple. Especially for kids! They're fun to eat...and perfect for munching on in between seashell hunting and sand castle building. The strawberry flavor is a crowd-pleaser, and they don’t get sticky or melty, making them perfect for sandy fingers.

5. Peach Rings

Who doesn't love peach rings? They just make us think of summer! Fruity, colorful...and you can use them as floaties for your gummy bears!

4. Gummy Bears

Gummy Bears are a timeless candy...and they're perfect for the beach. They’re portable, fun to eat, and won’t leave a sticky mess behind. Pack a small container of Gummy Bears, and you’ll have a sweet treat that’s easy to share with friends. 

3. Wax Bottles 

Remember these? Wax Bottles, also known as Nik-L-Nips are a favorite of many kids...and nostalgic adults! These little wax bottles are filled with sweet, fruity syrup. Simply bite off the top, drink the syrup, and chew the wax. The perfect way to add nostalgia to your beach day! 

2.  Swedish Fish

Swedish Fish are another excellent choice for beach candy. They’re easy to eat, won’t melt in the sun, and are perfect for sharing. Their bright red color makes them easy to spot in your beach bag, so you’ll always know where your sweet treat is. And, come on...they're shaped like fish! 

1. Saltwater Taffy

You know we had to put this one in first place! No beach trip is complete without saltwater taffy. Visiting the candy store, choosing your flavors, and enjoying your favorites in the sea breeze... it just doesn't get better than that! 

What is your go-to candy to eat at the beach? Let us know in the comments. 

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