Unwrapping the Sweet Legacy of Logan's Candies: 90 Years of Handmade Magic!

red same strip pattern we've been using here for 90 years and in 90 years we have never miscounted yet the world's largest 100% handmade candy can hey y' it's finally Christmas time and when we think of the holiday season one of the most classic symbols that comes to mind is the peppermint candy cane this iconic treat makes Christmas Even merrier for kids and Sweet Tooth s light and that's also why it's no surprise that Logan's candy peppermint candy canes trust the process video went viral recently on Tik Tok this video shows the the fun and satisfying process of making candy canes from start to finish the candy man's very informative narration and light-hearted jokes make the candy demo that much more entertaining well would you like to know more about this shop you're in for a treat because this video is your golden ticket to Logan's candies today we'll discover what makes this shop buzzworthy on Tik Tok so what's actually happening here is we have a breakdown of the molecules the molecules combined with the oxygen together they become I have no idea I pull it and it turns white but it works every time we'll also learn what kept this family business thriving for a whopping 90 years Logan's candies is a small familyowned candy store located in downtown Ontario California although it might not have the grandor and extravagance of willly Wonka's chocolate factory it still captured people's hearts in Southern California and worldwide Logan's candies gain popularity online by producing content that appeals to both candy lovers and those appreciate visually stimulating content it has been satisfying candy lovers craving since 1933 long before the rise of social media and the popularity of ASMR and candy making videos the shop has always been crowded with people eager to experience the annual candy making process it's become a local tradition for families to visit the shop and purchase the best treats for Christmas and other special occasions Logan's candies has become very popular after its videos went viral on Tik Tok one fascinating thing about the shop is the number of young people who work with a senior shop owner the Candyman Jerry rowy The Perfect Blend of Jerry Row's fun Candyman theatrics and the young employees internet Savvy ways has definitely created a sweet concoction that's gone viral across Generations both online and offline Logan's candies is not only one of the oldest businesses in Ontario it's also the oldest candy shop in the area same strip pattern we've been using here for 90 years and in 90 years we have never miscounted yet when it started in 1933 the Logan Family the original business owners began their sweet Legacy with a small store in downtown Ontario California next to the iconic Granada Theater on uket Avenue despite opening during the challenging period of the Great Depression in the USA the candy shop succeeded against all odd While most businesses were forced to close those Logan's candies Pro that survival was actually possible during these trying times then in the early 1940s a wealthy jewelry owner offered Logan to buy his Shop Logan accepted the offer and advertised a close out sale for the original location after the sale he took down the Shop's original sign and relocated to their present location on B Street Jerry rowy the current owner of Logan's candies started his candy making Journey when he was only 12 he learned and perfected the art of kneading pulling and twisting syrup into candy canes under the guidance of the Shop's three previous owners Jerry worked at Logan's while he was studying business in college using the shop as a reference for school papers and he soon realized that the candy business might just be his calling in 1982 Jerry's Dream came true and he and his wife Susie rally bought the shop since then the rallies have been sharing the magic of traditional candy making from behind the glass of their shop in the modern era of mass production it's rare to come across hand made candies crafted with precision and care and Logan's candies is one of the few places that preserve the art of traditional candy making for almost a century each of their sweet treats is crafted by hand ensuring that every piece is unique and of the highest quality from the selection of the finest ingredients the meticulous process of shaping and molding the candies this shop takes great pride in every step of the candy making process their sweets are made using high quality ingredients and time tested recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation whether you have a sweet tooth or simply appreciate the art of candy making this shop is a must visit destination for anyone looking to indulge in a Timeless treat if you want to sweeten your holiday season or any other celebration Logan's candies got you covered they offer a huge variety of treats from traditional candy canes and peanut brittles to ribbon candy and Taffy sweet tooths who visit their shop can indulge in over 600 delightful treats ranging from Vint vintage candy bars to Tangy gummies this shop has something special that sets it apart from others over 200 of their sweet treats are made by hand and inh house including Handmade Chocolates fudges pillow mints caramel apples and so much more the candy shop has gained immense popularity among not just kids but adults too it's particularly a go-to place during the Christmas season as visitors flock to the shop to win is the annual candy making demo and get their hands on freshly made treats not only is it a tremendously large candy cane it is actually the world's largest 100% handmade candy cane Logan's candies is not only famous for its traditional handmade candies but also for being home to the world's largest candy cane this huge candy cane is over 16 ft tall and weighs over 36 lb they hang it on their wall for customers to see during the Christmas season the shop produces an impressive 70 to 80,000 candy canes and we still haven't included the other old-fashioned candies in chocolates they make that's why they call the holiday candy cane season but the fire is so delightful the shop provides a unique experience that allows customers to watch as their candies made right before them the process is fascinating and a rare opportunity to see how cand is made from scratch it's not only entertaining but also educational as visitors can learn about the history and science of candy making we already know the Candyman Jerry rowy as well as his wife Suzie but now let's find out who else is running their family business their daughter Abby works at the candy store while also dancing with ala contemporary dance theater and to the point dance Productions their family has faced challenges too one of the most difficult being the heartbreaking loss of their beloved daughter Hannah in 2004 Hannah fought leukemia for nearly 5 years despite facing setbacks the rally family preserved and brought joy to Southern California and the rest of the US with their cheerful videos and delicious treats Abby rally is one of the creative minds behind Logan's Candy's entertaining videos their online content shows the world that they're more than just a candy store it's a place where Dreams Are Made many videos on their Tik Tok have amassed over a million views let's take a look at some of their most popular videos this one is an ASMR type video about rolling candy apples in different coating this video makes the whole process of making these sweets look so exciting and anyone like me who loves ASMR would definitely love this this particular video led a discussion regarding what a honeycomb really is Tik Tok users came to the rescue and solved the mystery by revealing that the sweet treat is actually a type of sponge toffee which is known as honeycomb in the UK and hokey pokei in New Zealand but this sped up video of honeycomb making has over 12 million views and a million likes this candy cutting video gained over 20 2 million views due to its oddly satisfying nature the kind of visually relaxing content that people just love to watch these days and I don't blame them this is the same as their trust the process video but it's still managed to gather over 27 million views in most of their videos Jerry rally and his crew are seen giving away free samples showcasing their generosity to the online world what is the secret recipe behind this shop's viral success some argue that their videos are popular on Tik Tok because they're easy to digest some say that Logan's candies achieve this because it is kept up with the latest Internet Trends not just in terms of format but also in regard to memes and image quality they've also embraced recent Trends in videos like how to make and let's make which form the basis of much of their content Abby rally and other promising young employees contributed to the quirky internet appeal in the videos and the ideas behind them which definitely helped to make the shop successful aside from the technical aspect some might argue their video content is marketing a dream and most of us if not all of us have had it's a nostalgic dream of candy making we've all had when we were younger this is kind of what gives these videos a comforting and familiar feeling the traditional approach they take along with Jerry's image as a classic candy maker similar to a workingclass Willie Wonka really sells the idea of traditionalism which contributes to a lot of their video you sentimental value and I absolutely love that Logan's candies videos effectively connect the Old and New Generation by combining traditional candy making methods and Aesthetics with the modern format and Spirits now let's take a look inside their store Once you walk in you'll notice apart from the candies and sweets they make they also offer a selection of commercially available sweets this is great cuz it adds more variety to their product also you can see where they work and the Candy Man stage if you know what I mean that's where people can watch Jerry rally and his crew do candy making demos here you'll also see the amazing hook they've been using since 1933 in the Next Room they also sell merch like baseball caps Shirts Mugs and hoodies additionally there's a chocolate here section with a range of sugar-free and sweetened chocolates customers are welcome with more treats in the third room of Logan's candies additionally there's a gift shop a surprisingly extensive area for more merch in one Corner you'll find nostalgic items related to Logan's candies and the traditional ways of candy making as we've seen the design of Logan's candy shop is pretty traditional at first glance the candy shop might appear to be pretty typical but how it's presented through its viral videos goes a long way in shaping The public's perception the combination of a seemingly ordinary store with these candid yet entertaining promo efforts works like magic elevating the status of this candy place to to one of famous luxury if you will well that's it for today's tour of Logan's candy candy shop I hope you enjoyed it but before you go can you please answer this question for me what was your favorite candy from your childhood or your favorite Christmas candy please leave your answers in the comments below by the way if this video has made you nostalgic about the sweet candies you love please don't forget to hit the like button subscribe and turn on those notifications I'm Cara don't forget to follow me on Instagram toat and I'll see you all in another video merry Christmas and happy holidays [Music] bye