Baltimore-based caramel manufacturer maintains nostalgic treats for generations
Goetze’s Candy Company, Inc., a sixth-generation, family-owned confectionary company based in Baltimore, is proud to celebrate its 130th anniversary on April 5, 2025 – National Caramel Day. Since its founding in 1895, Goetze’s has been delighting generations with its caramel treats, Cow Tales® and Caramel Creams®. As one of the most iconic, beloved names in the candy industry, Goetze’s continues to be known for its commitment to quality, tradition and sweetness.
To mark this milestone, the company is releasing limited-edition 130th anniversary packaging for Caramel Creams® later this year. They are celebrating National Caramel Day on April 5, 2025, with an exciting giveaway on social media where they will send 130 Caramel Creams® to five lucky fans. To enter, followers can share their favorite memories and experiences with Goetze’s using the hashtag #Goetze130. In addition, Goetze’s launched two special-edition Cow Tales® packs earlier this year, Bake Shoppe and Sweet Shoppe, which pay tribute to the old-school candy ‘shoppes’ and bring together some of the brand’s most delectable flavors.
“As we ring in our 130th year, we are honored to continue the legacy of Goetze’s Candy Co. as a proud family-owned and Baltimore-based candy company,” said Mitchell Goetze, CEO of Goetze’s Candy Co., Inc. “We’re honored to maintain the family tradition with the same timeless flavors from more than a century ago, while also continuously innovating and bringing in new exciting flavors. We’re grateful for our dedicated team and beloved customers, whose continued support makes every day a little bit sweeter.”
Founded in 1895 in Baltimore, MD, as the Baltimore Chewing Gum Company, Goetze’s originally produced chewing gum. However, when the ingredients for gum, such as chicle, experienced a shortage during World War I, the company evolved into crafting its delicious, nut-free caramel-based treats. Caramel Creams® was introduced in 1918, followed by Cow Tales® in 1984. Today, Goetze’s continues to uphold its longstanding family tradition, using the same recipe that has delighted taste buds across generations, from great-grandparents to great-grandchildren. At the same time, the company remains committed to innovation and expanding its product offerings to meet the tastes and preferences of today’s consumers.
