Sparkling Sour Candy Refreshments

Candy Can and Toxic Waste® Partnered for Two New Drinks

Candy Can and Toxic Waste® have announced a new partnership that will see the sparkling refreshment brand transforming the candy brand's signature sour flavor into an effervescent series of beverages.

The new products will include the Toxic Waste Sour Appel and Toxic Waste Blue Razz flavors, which are each inspired by the classic candy flavors and will be permanent additions to the Candy Can lineup. The drinks balance out sour tasting notes with sweetness and are expected to be a hit with kids, but particularly with kids-at-heart. Consumers in Canada can find the drinks on store shelves now at Giant Tidier, Red Apple, Dollar Tree, Couche Card and Circle K.

Candy Can Founder Sander de Jonge spoke on the partnership with Toxic Waste® candy saying, "This collaboration with Toxic Waste® lets us tap into the thrill of sour candy culture while staying true to what Candy Can stands for; bold, nostalgic fun. The Toxic Waste flavours bring a whole new edge to our lineup and are designed for fans who love a flavour adventure.”

Image Credit: Candy Can

Sour-flavored Beverages
The transformation of sour candy flavors into beverages presents a novel way to capture both nostalgic and adventurous consumer palates.
Nostalgia-inspired Products
Brands are capitalizing on the nostalgia trend by reviving classic flavors, attracting consumers with memories of childhood treats.
Collaborative Innovation
Partnerships between distinct brands, like Candy Can and Toxic Waste®, yield creative product offerings that blend disparate market segments.

Sectors Adopting This

Beverage Industry
The intersection of candy flavors and beverages offers potential for a new product category, catering to those seeking unique taste experiences.
Confectionery Market
The adaptation of candy flavors into drinkable forms suggests a cross-industry shift that could redefine consumer expectations in sweets.
Retail Sector
Convenient retail channels are crucial for brands launching innovative products like sour-flavored drinks, allowing immediate consumer access and market testing.
SCORE
7.1 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 71%
Activity 73%
Freshness 69%

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