Riesen

Riesen (German, giants) is a chocolate and chocolate caramel confectionery produced and distributed by August Storck KG, a German confectionery that also produces Werther's Original. In the US the candy is individually wrapped and sold in medium, large, and club-sized bags. In the UK they come loose in packs of 5. It consists of bite-sized pieces of chewy chocolate caramel covered in chocolate.

1930s

While small corner shops in Germany still sell loose candy out of big jars, Storck introduces the first wrapped and branded caramel - the Storck 1 Pfennig Riesen (IPA [rizṇ]). It quickly becomes a popular candy due to its delicious caramel taste and exceptional chewiness.

1940s

The 1 Pfennig Riesen evolves into the 2 Pfennig RIESEN and later into Storck RIESEN. It is available in several different flavors, including chocolate-caramel.

1980s

Riesen responds to this trend when the caramel covers the chocolate. The Storck Chocolate Riesen is born and becomes available as individually wrapped pieces, sold in bags.

1990s

The Riesen brand is successfully expanded internationally. Today, Riesen is well established in many important European and North American markets, such as Germany, Scandinavia, the UK, the USA and Canada.

2000 and beyond

"Riesen for the Post-Season Hot Chocolate" was first brewed in Boston, Massachusetts during the winter of 2007 as a way to stay warm and celebrate the AFC champion New England Patriots. The drink is prepared by melting the candies over medium heat in a small saucepan, adding one cup of milk per candy. Sprinkle cinnamon or nutmeg to taste.

In some parts of the United States, it has become popular to eat frozen Riesens. A frozen Riesen is often called a "freezin' Riesen."

External links

• Brand home page