Statewide—One of the top holidays for giving candy is quickly approaching, Valentine’s Day. Saint Valentine’s Day wouldn’t be complete without chocolates, pies, and sweets of any kind. Visit Indiana’s fourth The 20 IN 20 list features sweet shops, just in time for this holiday.
“Our Hoosier shops and businesses are the true heart of the Midwest and they play an important role in the big business of chocolate confectionery,” said Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch. “Nearly $16 billion in chocolate confectionery products and over $11 billion in non-chocolate products are shipped by manufacturers each year across the United States.”
Sometimes you just need some sugar in your life! These 20 Sweets and Candy Shops have just what you are looking for. From chocolates and candy canes to pies and gummy bears, this group of Indiana confectioneries will satisfy any sweet tooth! Begin your decade with a true adventure in 2020 by completing at least 20 of our 400 must-see, must-do Indiana experiences! Find out more about The 20 IN 20 here.
Many Indiana chocolatiers and candy makers have been around for decades delivering products across the state and for some, around the country.
“These family-owned businesses are expanding the footprint of Indiana by gaining national recognition,” said Misty Weisensteiner, director of Indiana Office of Tourism Development. “The accolades are quite impressive and help to put the Hoosier State on the map.”
DeBrand Fine Chocolates is based in Fort Wayne and has five retail shops, including one in Indianapolis. The company says it only uses the highest quality ingredients, from imported Belgian, Swiss and other chocolates to fresh local ingredients. DeBrand has been featured in USA Today, Oprah Magazine and Midwest Living.
Schimpff’s Confectionery in Jeffersonville is one of the oldest, continuously operated, family-owned candy businesses in the United States. Visit before Valentine’s Day and enjoy a fantastic display of sweet Valentine goodies including Schimpff’s famous Cinnamon Red Hot Hearts. You can also watch them hand dip chocolate treats in the front window. Schimpff’s Confectionery has gained national media attention on The Food Network, The History Channel/”Modern Marvels” and by Paula Deen.
