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# Patriotic Candy Mixes
Sour Patch Kids Red, Blue & White Mix is Here in Time for July 4th

By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2020-05-04 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-blue-white-mix
References: [delish](https://www.delish.com/food-news/a32352013/sour-patch-kids-red-white-and-blue-candy/) & [sourpatchkids](https://sourpatchkids.com/blue-raspberry-redberry-pineapple-candy-bulk-5lb)

While July 4th may seem like its a long ways away, Sour Patch Kids wants to help consumers prepare for the biggest party of the summer with its patriotic Red, Blue [& White](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seeded-bun) Mix. As the brand puts it, this tri-colored mix of "Sour Patch Kids can turn everyday into a tailgate party.

The Sour Patch Kids Red, Blue & White Mix is a festive blend of Sour Patch Kids candies. Each bag contains a mix of Redberry, Pineapple, and Blue Raspberry flavors in the same colors as the American flag. Though most consumers will be familiar with the Redberry and Blue Raspberry flavors, the newer Pinapple variety will take your taste buds on a tropical journey.

Image Credit: *Sour Patch Kits.*

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.0/10
- Popularity: 19% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 9%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Patriotic Food Products:** Companies are combining traditional flavors and colors with national holidays or events to create new food products for consumers.
- **Novelty Candy Mixes:** Candy brands are creating unique and unusual flavor combinations to appeal to consumers looking for something new.
- **Seasonal Food Offerings:** Food companies are introducing limited edition products tied to holidays or seasons to capitalize on consumer interest in timely and festive products.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can use the popularity of holidays and events to create limited edition or themed products.
- **Candy and Confectionery:** Candy and confectionery manufacturers can experiment with new flavor combinations and colors to create unique candy offerings.
- **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing and advertising firms can use timely events and holidays to create campaigns around limited edition or themed products.

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