Spooky Sour Candies

The Shriekers Limited-Edition Skittles Feature a Spooky Seasonal Twist

This fall season, candy lovers are being treated to a new limited-edition Skittles treat that is full of bold sour flavors. The Skittles Shriekers promise an "unpredictable punch of sour flavor" that puts a fresh new spin on favorite fruit flavors with Citrus Scream, Ghoulish Green Apple, Rattled Raspberry, Shocking Lime and Spine-Tingling Tangerine.

This seasonal product was created to surprise fans with a new flavor experience and help to inspire new memories, moments and smiles around the time of October, whether people are going to parties, trick-or-treating, baking, decorating or something else entirely.

These limited-edition Skittles treats can be found in several different sizes, including single packs, shareable sizes and 10-ounce Medium Funsize Laydown Bags, which promise to keep the sweet surprises coming up until Halloween and beyond.

Seasonal Limited-edition Candies
Creating new seasonal limited-edition candies with bold flavors and unexpected twists can inspire new memories and moments for consumers.
Unpredictable Punch of Flavor
Introducing new 'unpredictable' flavors to popular candy products can attract consumers who are looking for unique experiences.
Various Sizes Offerings
Offering candies in various sizes, including shareable and single packs, can cater to diverse consumer needs and preferences.

Industries Being Reshaped

Confectionery Industry
The confectionery industry can capitalize on creating seasonal limited-edition candies with bold and unique flavors to attract consumers.
Snack Foods Industry
The snack foods industry can explore incorporating unpredictable flavors to attract consumers who are looking for unique experiences.
Packaging Industry
The packaging industry can work with candy brands to create packaging designs that cater to various consumer needs and preferences, such as shareable and single packs.
SCORE
3.0 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen X
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Gen Alpha (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 19%
Activity 60%
Freshness 11%