Give the gift of gourmet candy.
When you think of candy, the first thing that comes to mind might be an overstuffed bag of warehouse store treats held by a delirious trick-or-treating kid at Halloween, or something pedestrian that you grab on impulse at a supermarket checkout lane. A candy bar from the vending machine at work can brighten up your day as an ordinary treat, but for special occasions, give gourmet candy as a luxurious gift that sends the message that your recipient deserves nothing but the very best.
Chocolate
It's hard to go wrong with a package of fine gourmet chocolates as a gift. You can get pieces of plain milk chocolate or rich dark chocolate formed into squares, balls and other shapes, or chocolates stuffed with cream, nougat, caramel and other fillings. Chocolate is available as individual pieces wrapped separately, or multiple items arranged in a fancy box. Gourmet chocolate-covered fruit, such as cherries, apricots or blueberries, or chocolate-covered almonds or walnuts make for a rich gift for any holiday or other special moment.
Candy Canes
Make the Christmas holiday season more luxurious with a gift of gourmet candy canes. You can get them in classic peppermint flavor, as well as cherry and cinnamon. Stuff gourmet candy canes into stockings or put them out as place settings at the dinner table.
Jelly Beans
Jelly beans may appear humble because they are so small, but they were elevated in public stature when president Ronald Reagan revealed his fondness for the sweet treats. The gourmet candy maker Jelly Belly created blueberry jelly beans for the president so he could serve red, white and blue jelly beans as patriotic gifts for visiting dignitaries at the White House.
Caramel Apples
If your recipient is fond of apples, he might really enjoy a gourmet caramel apple, such as a red delicious or a granny smith hand-dipped in caramel, rolled in pecans or walnuts and smothered in melted milk or dark chocolate.
Lollipops
Lollipops are typically simple candies on a stick, but you can give gifts of organic gourmet lollipops made with fruit extracts, available in sour, strawberry and hot chili flavors. They are available with gluten-free ingredients and get their coloring from vegetables such as carrots and pumpkins.
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