1. Chestnut quintons
2. Ferrero Rocher
3. Red Velvet
4. Guylian Opus Chest
5. Fritz Knipschildt
6. Royal Collection Gourmet
7. Swarovski-studded Chocolate
8. TM Amedei
9. Le Chocolate Box

Every sweet tooth has their own delicious boxed chocolates and other special treats. For some, they are associated with childhood, while for others they remind of some significant event in their lives. Which candies were rated by the largest number of sweet tooths?

Chestnut quintons

These creamy sweets, produced in Japan, are recognized as one of the most exquisite sweets in the world. At the same time, they have excellent taste. They are made on the basis of chestnut, hence the name. Additionally, they add sweet potatoes, sweet sauce, vinegar and, of course, sugar. The uniqueness of these sweets lies in the fact that only a variety of chestnut that is found exclusively in South Korea or Japan is suitable for their production. The taste of this delicacy has no analogues.

Ferrero Rocher

All sweets known as Ferrero Rocher are made in Italy. They are rightfully called one of the most delicious. The attractive box contains exactly 24 chocolates. Inside these sweets there is a whole hazelnut and a delicate cream, which are covered on top with a crispy shell, milk chocolate with a scattering of crushed nuts.

Ferrero Rocher is known for its delicate creamy chocolate taste and unique, airy texture, which other manufacturers have not yet been able to reproduce. Each candy in the box is shaped like a cut diamond and wrapped in shiny foil.

Red Velvet

Sweets with this name are made at the Butlers factory in Ireland. The sweetness not only has an amazing taste, but also an elegant appearance. They are topped with milk, dark or white chocolate.

Inside there is an original filling that amazes with a variety of flavors. And at the same time, the quality of the sweets is always impeccable, for which the manufacturer stands behind its name. Everyone who has tried them at least once notes the unique harmony of cocoa, buttercream and vanilla, as well as the aroma of the most delicate caramel, nuts with refined notes of noble coffee. These sweets will make any tea party unforgettable.

Guylian Opus Chest

This brand of chocolates is produced in Belgium and is one of the most delicious in the world. Anyone who decides to try a luxurious assortment of pure Belgian chocolate, known all over the world, will receive an unforgettable pleasure. Each candy in the box has a unique and non-repeating shape. The delicacy got its name from the famous opera.

To create the delicacy, the manufacturer uses high-quality chocolate (black, white and milk). Hidden inside is a filling of truffle, praline and vanilla cream, which are mixed with cappuccino, nut, caramel flavored cream, natural fruit fudge and biscuit. This set of unique sweets is packed in a presentable box, tied with a golden ribbon on top.

Fritz Knipschildt

In general, all the desserts produced by the confectionery factory called Fritz Knipschildt are called one of the most delicious in the whole world. It is here that the boxed chocolates of the same name are produced. The manufacturer calls most of its products by women's names, which conveys their character and sophistication of taste. Each brand of chocolate is made according to a unique recipe. At the same time, ingredients are sometimes used as filling that seem completely incompatible with the taste and aroma of chocolate. For example, they have candies that combine the most delicate chocolate with hot spices or salt.

However, those who have tried them note that such an unusual combination is very successful and cannot be compared with anything else, you just need to try it. Among the most expensive products of the confectionery factory, produced in boxes, is a truffle called “La Madeline Au Truffle”. It is made from cocoa, which candies contain about 70%, and vanilla. Since its price is quite high and equals about 250 US dollars, this brand of candy is produced only on special pre-orders and immediately after production is delivered personally to the customer.

Royal Collection Gourmet

This brand of chocolates, which come in boxes, is not only very tasty, but also one of the most expensive. When creating their recipe, the manufacturer tried to please the most demanding customers. They are packaged in an attractive and even elegant box made of natural wood. Each of which contains 4 candies in gold, silver packaging and with diamond chips.

Despite the unusualness of the ingredients, they can be safely eaten, as they are absolutely hypoallergenic and will not harm human digestion. It is clear that such sweets will not be cheap. Such a set of 12 candies will cost the buyer no less than 1,250 US dollars.

Swarovski-studded Chocolate

This delicacy is also not only tasty, but also expensive. In general, the Swarovski company is known in the world for the production of artificial crystals, which are grown in the laboratory using special technology and are very much in demand in the production of costume jewelry. And the corporation with The Chocolate has become famous thanks to its sweets and chocolate, which is rightfully called one of the highest quality and delicious. One day, these two joined forces to create the most luxurious candies, which quickly found their fans.

TM Amedei

Chocolates produced by the Italian brand, known under the name TM Amedei, are recognized as one of the most delicious. Each of these boxes consists of 15 candies. Swarovski crystals are used to decorate the box, so the price of one such chocolate set reaches 190 lire.

What made the sweets so tasty is not clear. However, it must be said that each of them is made by hand. And all the ingredients used are collected in different parts of the world. Additionally, the most expensive existing type of cocoa and real edible gold are added here. Therefore, it is impossible to find anyone indifferent to this sweetness.

Le Chocolate Box

This sweet is the winner in several categories at once - as the most delicious and at the same time the most expensive of all the candies existing in the world. They are produced by a corporation known as Lake Forest Confections. And one famous American jewelry company, called Simon Jewelers, worked on developing the design of the box. Therefore, premium jewelry was used for decoration, including: unique rings, earrings, bracelets, as well as necklaces inlaid with precious stones (sapphire, emerald, diamonds). Only millionaires can afford such a gift, since the cost of one box reaches 1.5 million dollars.

The most delicious sweets in Russia

There are also popular candies produced in boxes in Russia. Some of them have a long history, and our great-grandmothers were familiar with their taste. But among them there are also those who appeared quite recently, but quickly won their fans.

1. Chocolate set “A. Korkunov." When choosing the most delicious candies in Russia, many note the set of the Korkunov brand, made of high-quality chocolate with whole hazelnuts and their filling. Sweets have a delicate taste and attractive shape. And thanks to the stylish packaging, this set can be safely used as a symbolic gift.

2. Dove promises. Among the delicious Russian-made sweets, Dove promises is worth highlighting. The set consists of 15 candies with different flavors, including creamy caramel, nuts, including almonds, hazelnuts, and pure milk chocolate. Each tile is wrapped in gold foil, under which everyone will find a sweet wish.

3. The bear is clubfooted. Those produced by the Red October trademark are familiar to each of us since childhood. The original composition and production method have been almost completely preserved to this day. The first batch of Chocolate Bear candies was released more than 100 years ago.

The wrapper was designed by the famous Russian artist Emmanuel Andreev, who used the famous painting “Morning in a Pine Forest” by Shishkin as a basis. The sweets are a delicate praline sandwiched between two crispy wafers. And on top it’s all covered with high-quality milk chocolate glaze.

4. Inspiration. Another delicious domestically produced candy with cream and almonds. Everything is covered with a wafer on top and filled with high-quality chocolate glaze. Thanks to the harmonious combination of the most delicate filling, nuts and glaze, they managed to win a huge number of admirers.

For most people, candy is a favorite treat that can not only please with its taste, but also lift their spirits and add energy. These sweets of various types have been prepared for several centuries, and the name of the sweets (the list of which is presented in the article) has changed significantly during this time.

This article will tell you about what types of sweet treats are produced by confectionery companies today, how they differ and what they are called.

When did they appear?

Sweet treats, the forerunners of our beloved candies, have been loved in different countries since ancient times. Thus, the culinary experts of Ancient Egypt created sweets from honey, lemon balm, orris roots, cane and dates, and the ancient Romans created sweets from boiled poppy seeds, nuts, honey mass and sesame. In Rus' they loved a delicacy made from maple syrup, honey and molasses.

Candies that looked similar to modern ones began to be produced only in the 16th century in Italy. This is due to the fact that sugar was established, without which it is impossible to make sweets. Initially it was believed that this was a rather strong drug, and it was sold only in pharmacies. Over time, candied fruits in sugar, they were the ones who received the name of sweets, ceased to be considered medicines, and became popular sweets.

What it is?

The word “candy” itself came into Russian from Italian, where confetto means “pill, candy.” It was originally used by Italian pharmacists to name candied fruit pieces sold as medicines. The form - "candy" - appeared somewhat later in the 19th century, when Italian carnivals became popular, in which participants threw confetti - fake plaster candies - at each other.

Today, candy refers to sweet confectionery products that vary in shape, taste and structure.

What are they?

The modern assortment of sweets is so large that confectioners have come up with many classifications. We are interested in what types of candies we can buy in the store, the names of which may differ subtly from different manufacturers. The most popular and in demand by Russian buyers are:

• Caramel. Consists of molasses and sugar.
• Lollipops. One of the easiest to produce, obtained by boiling molasses, sugar or the resulting composition is flavored and poured into special forms. The name of the candies is listed below.

Candy on a stick;

Lollipops in paper wrapper;

Soft lollipops - monpasier;

Liquorice or salty candies;

An elongated or oblong-shaped candy. The names and photos of such “pencils” and “sticks” are presented below.

Soufflé, for example, “Bird's milk”, which can also be called “Wonderful bird”, “Bogorodskaya bird”, “Zimolyubka” and others;

A roast made from crushed nuts drenched in sugar, fruit or honey syrup. These are such candies as “Grillage in chocolate”, “Grillage fairy tale”, “Strawberry grillage” and others;

Praline - chocolate candies filled with nuts ground with sugar and cocoa mixed with cognac or some other flavoring: “Bud”, “Babaevskie”, “Shokonatka”, “Juliet”;

Liqueur candies contain inside a filling of liqueur or sugar syrup with cognac: “Cream liqueur”, “Liquor in chocolate”, “Blue velvet”;

In candies with jelly filling, under a layer of chocolate there is a thick berry or fruit jelly: “Lel”, “Southern Night”, “Lebedushka”, “Zaliv” and others;

- “Fudge” or candies with fondant filling made from milk, molasses, cream, sugar, fruit fillings and other components: “Miya”, “Rakhat”, “Spanish Night” and others;

Truffles are elite round-shaped chocolates filled with a special French cream - ganache. It is made from butter, cream, chocolate and various flavorings. The outer surface may be coated with crushed or ground nuts, wafer crumbs or cocoa powder.

Chocolate stories

Chocolate candies, beloved by many, appeared thanks to the famous navigator Hernando Cortez, who discovered the American continent. It was he and his associates who brought cocoa beans to Europe and introduced Europeans to chocolate. Monk Benzoni contributed to the fact that the Spanish monarch, and after him his courtiers, began to regularly consume chocolates to maintain health. Subsequently, the fashion for chocolates spread to other countries, where influential people used them as medicine. Until the 17th century, only confectioners in Spain made chocolate and sweets from it, and sent sweets to many royal courts. Over time, the secret of making chocolate sweets became known to other countries, but until the end of the 17th century they were made only by hand.

How did sweets appear in Russia?

The first confectionery factory for the production of chocolates was opened at the end of the 17th century by the French confectioner David Shelley. Until the 19th century, Russia did not have its own candy production, and the delicacy was brought from abroad, or prepared by special cooks in the kitchens of rich nobles. The first Russian confectionery factory was opened in St. Petersburg only in the middle of the 19th century.

What were the candies called before?

As already mentioned, until the 19th century, sweets were either imported into our country from abroad or produced at home in the estates and palaces of nobles. For sweets made at home, the names were given descriptively, taking into account the shape, method of preparation, size, and the fruits and fruits used. The book “The New Perfect Russian Confectioner, or a Detailed Confectionery Dictionary,” published at the end of the 18th century in St. Petersburg, gives such funny names for candies as Strawberry scones and Green Apricots in caramel, Jasmine lollipops and Aniseed sugar snacks, Cherry marzipans and Apricots in lollipops.

Industrial names

The opening of the first Russian confectionery factory led to the emergence of many different types of sweets at the beginning of the 20th century. At first, French recipes and names of sweets predominated, the list of which was not very large:

• "Baton de Gralier";
• "Finchampagne";
• "Creme de Risien";
• "Boule de gom";
• "Creme de noison";
• "Maron Praline" and others.

Over time, the French name for chocolates began to be translated into Russian, and “Creamy Venus”, “Cat’s Tongue”, “Girl’s Skin”, “Salon” appeared on sale, designed in accordance with Russian grammar. However, in some cases, bilingual names of candies were also used, for example, “Studded with pearls, or Coriandor perle.” Russian confectioners called the new sweets they created themselves in Russian and often used names associated with images of the fair sex: “Sophie”, “Marianna”, “Merry Widow”, “Fisherman”, “Marsala”. Educational series were also produced, for example “The Riddle”. On the candy wrapper of such sweets there was a simple riddle. Before the revolutionary events of 1917, chocolate series “Sport”, “Geographical Atlas”, “Peoples of Siberia” and others were produced.

Until the October Revolution of 1917, you could buy Tsar Raspberry or Tsar Fyodor Mikhailovich caramel. After him, the names of the candies changed dramatically. Caramels “Krestyanskaya” and “Krasnoarmeyskaya”, “Sickle and Hammer” and “Our Industry” appeared on sale.

However, most chocolates retain their French names: “Dernier Cree”, “Miniature”, “Chartreuse”, “Bergamot”, “Pepperment” and others. Such neutral names as “Squirrels”, “Tomboys” and “Bunnies” did not undergo ideological rethinking. Soviet names for new candies reflected current events and achievements. So in the 30s of the last century they produced: “Fight for Technology”, “Be Prepared”, “Sabantuy”, “Milkmaid”, “Chelyuskinites”, “Heroes of the Arctic”, “Conqueror of the Ice”.

Man's conquest of space in the 60s of the 20th century was reflected in the appearance of the “Space” and “Cosmos” candies.

Around the same time, it became popular to include the names of fairy-tale and literary characters in the names of chocolates: “Snow Maiden”, “La Bayadère”, “Blue Bird”, “Sadko”, “Little Red Riding Hood” and others.

Chocolate has long been synonymous with pleasure and delicious taste. When tasting it, people often close their eyes, trying to fully feel all the pleasure from the sweetness. After all, this product contains cream, milk and cocoa in ideal proportions. And many varieties of chocolate allow confectioners to interest anyone in their products without leaving them indifferent.

Today, many brands of chocolate bars, candy bars, candies and other products are produced in the world. At the same time, the 10 largest brands stand out, largely thanks to which we love chocolate.

KitKat. In 1935, Rowntree's Chocolate crunchy bars were launched in York, England. 4 small chocolate products were combined into one bar. In 1937, the new product was named KitKat. The product became so popular that it soon became an integral part of traditional English tea drinking. The bars themselves consisted of milk wafers coated with a layer of hot chocolate. In 1989, Rowntree was purchased by Nestle, and the KitKat brand began to actively promote itself in world markets. Naturally, the manufacturer did not stand still. Bars with a variety of wrappers, flavors and aromas began to appear on sale. Now you can find KitKat with strawberries and cream, mango, wild berries. For those who are on a diet, a special low-carbohydrate product is produced. However, it turned out that consumers still prefer the classic taste and 4-bar form. At least $300 million worth of crunchy bars are sold worldwide each year.

Mars. This brand is famous for its high sales around the world; Mars bars are eaten by the most people. The history of the brand and the entire company began in an ordinary American kitchen. There, Frank Mars and his wife began making inexpensive candies. In 1911, the company was born. When the developed company opened its branch in England, the Mars bar appeared on the market. Since then, the taste of the product has constantly changed, as has the form and packaging. Although the ingredients themselves remain the same, their proportions are constantly changing. The bar's rich flavor includes nougat, almond crumbles, caramel filling and a rich chocolate layer. Today "Mars" is produced in several varieties

Galaxy. When talking about chocolate taste, it is impossible not to mention this brand. Galaxy gives a person truly deep pleasure. The owner of the brand is the Mars company. This chocolate is very popular not only in England, but also in the Middle East and Africa. In many other countries we know this chocolate as Dove. This product in its varieties includes many components - milk chocolate and caramel, fruits and nuts... The brand appeared on the market back in 1960, and since 1986 it has been owned by the Mars company. This brand produces not only chocolate bars, but also a mixture for making hot chocolate, ice cream and other sweets.

Cadbury. This brand is the best selling among all chocolate products. Its history dates back to 1824, when John Cadbury began his career as a confectioner in London. He opened his own cafe in Birmingham. Seven years later, he began producing cocoa and hot chocolate according to his own recipes. Then the main tools in his work were a pestle and a mortar. Interestingly, John Cadbury was a lifelong member of the Temperance Society. He considered his sweet products as a replacement for alcohol, which had destructive social functions. In 1913, his successors significantly changed the product, making it much more porous. The pride of the company, milk chocolate "Dary Milk", has been produced since 1905. Now the brand, under its own name, also produces cereals, milk and fruit chocolates and bars, and even crackers. Cadbury is a hot commodity for big business, and the company recently rejected a $15 billion offer from Kraft.

Toblerone. The packaging of this chocolate is very unusual, because it is made in the shape of a triangular prism. But even more people are attracted by the taste of this product. The chocolate recipe was invented in 1908 by Theodor Tobler and his cousin Emil Baumann. Back then it included nougat, almonds and honey, topped with chocolate. The name itself is a combination of the author’s name and the Italian word torrone (a special type of nougat). The very next year, enterprising confectioners registered their brand. Why chocolate has such an unusual shape is not entirely clear. Some people think that the triangle resembles the Matterhorn mountain in the Alps. And some believe that Tobler was inspired by a living pyramid of variety show dancers. There is even a political scandal associated with the name of chocolate. In 1995, Swedish politician Salin spent part of her working funds on a couple of these sweets. The case received great publicity under the name "The Toblerone Case". Salin herself left politics for a while, abandoning the fight for the post of prime minister. Today, chocolate comes in a variety of flavors - regular, white, fruit and nut, and honey.

Patchi. Using the best varieties of cocoa and hot chocolate, Lebanese confectioners have created a new variety for true gourmets. The company was founded in 1974 by Nizar. She immediately decided that it was necessary to make not just delicious things, but also to put them in exquisite and magnificent packaging. Patchi was initially positioned as a luxury attribute for the richest people. Today, chocolates are produced in a mixed Belgian-Swiss style. The brand is represented in 140 stores in 35 countries. The candies are famous for their decorations. Styles and colors can suit appropriate occasions or seasons. There are collections for holidays such as Christmas, Ramadan, Valentine's Day and so on. At the same time, natural ingredients are used in the candies - cocoa, milk powder, vanillin, roasted nuts and dried fruits. The Patchi brand owns the most expensive chocolate in the world. A box of 49 chocolates sold for 5,000 British pounds, it is part of the premium "Creme of the Society" collection.

Guylian. This famous brand of chocolate comes from Belgium. The company was founded by Guy Faubert. The name of the new product was given from a combination of the words Guy and Lilian (Faubert's wife). This is perhaps the most famous chocolate in the shape of sea shells today. Inside they contain delicate praline with nuts and various fillings. The brand's symbol is the seahorse, its use is protected by copyright. The company today sells its gourmet chocolates in custom-designed gift boxes, and also produces bars and truffles. In 2005, Guylian entered the Guinness Book of Records for creating the largest chocolate Easter egg of all time. It was exhibited in St. Nicholas, Belgium. 26 confectioners of the company worked on the miracle chocolate for 8 days. The sculpture turned out to be 8 meters high and 6 meters wide. It took 1950 kilograms of chocolate to make it.

Ghirardelli. In 1852, Italian Domingo Girardelli entered the US chocolate business. Having suffered a lot by that time from a series of financial losses and crises, he had no idea that over time the whole world would fall in love with his brand of candy. Their distinctive style was the irresistible taste and form of "Ghirardelli". Today it is the second oldest chocolate company in the United States. At the same time, here, like few other places, all aspects of chocolate production are controlled. Up to 40% of the cocoa beans are rejected to ensure a truly premium product. Then the fruits are fired and crushed to grains with a diameter of 19 micrometers. Italian masters today produce several varieties of chocolate, including unusual ones with a cinnamon or mint flavor. The company also produces other food products - chocolate drinks and flavored sauces. Today, the company's headquarters are located in the USA, and it is one of the leading chocolate brands in the world.

Lindt@Sprungli. The history of the company begins in 1845. At that time, Rudolf Sprungli and his son owned a candy store in Zurich. They decided to expand their business and start producing chocolate. Rudolf's son acquired the Lindt company in 1899, and the company received its current name. However, the company is constantly developing, so in 1994 an Austrian chocolate factory was acquired, and in 1997 and 1998 - Italian and American. The brand offers one of the most unique chocolate flavors. The Swiss were able to bring a piece of art to confectionery products. For many years the brand remained the standard of what milk chocolate should be. In addition, the Swiss produce its varieties. There is a collection with dried fruits; the design styles and filling methods differ. After all, chocolate should be perfectly smooth. The company has 6 factories around the world. Their golden rabbits, Bunny, brought fame to the brand. These Easter chocolates have been sold every Easter since 1952. Each rabbit has a cute ribbon tied around its neck. Lindt@Sprungli has a wide range of products: dark and white chocolate with toffee, caramel, coffee, vanilla, pistachio, tangerine, cherry and many other flavors.

Ferrero Rocher. And as it should be, we will leave the best for last. Ferrero Rocher are large chocolate candies created by Italian confectioners and conquering the whole world. This treat features a whole hazelnut coated in milk chocolate, surrounded by Nutella filling and encased in a nut shell. Based on this candy, the brand created several more masterpieces - with the taste of lemon, forest year, pistachio, almond and hazelnut. Well, our most popular delicacy is “Raffaello”, where almonds take the place of the nut, but the essence of the candy remains the same. The candies began to be produced in 1982, each of them contains 73 calories. The wrappers are usually gilded or silver in color, demonstrating the elegance and luxury of the dish.

One can only be amazed at the variety of sweets on store shelves today. And this product certainly sells very well. After all, most people love chocolates and sweets, especially children. Now in our country there are quite a few producers of sweets. Confectionery factories have been built in Russia in many cities. And, of course, the products of some of them are the most purchased and popular among the population.

The best manufacturers

1. "Red October".
2. "Mouth front".
3. Concern "Babaevsky".
4. "Samara".
5. "Russian chocolate"
6. "Yasnaya Polyana".

The products of confectionery factories existing in Russia, the list of which is presented above, are the most in demand among domestic consumers.

Factory "Red October": history

The founder of this country's most famous sweets manufacturer is Ferdinand Theodor von Einem. This German entrepreneur came to Moscow to start his own business in 1850. In 1957, Einem met his future companion in Russia, the talented businessman Yu. Geis. First, the partners founded a small confectionery store on Teatralnaya Square. Later they began construction of their own factory on the banks of the Moscow River.

The first three-story building was built by entrepreneurs on Then the businessmen built a larger factory on Bersenevskaya embankment. The company of Yu. Geis and Einem produced very high quality products. First of all, it was precisely because of this that it soon became extremely in demand among consumers.

For a long time, the Einem enterprise was considered the best confectionery factory in Russia. After the October Revolution, it was nationalized and named “State Confectionery Factory No. 1.” In 1922, the plant was renamed “Red October”. But for a long time, the products produced at this enterprise bore the name “Former Einem.”

Today "Red October" is the largest confectionery factory in Russia, which has accumulated vast experience in the production of sweets. It supplies 64 thousand tons of products per year to the domestic and world markets. There are 2.9 thousand workers working in the factory’s workshops. The main plant is still located in the capital. The company also has several branches - in Kolomna, Ryazan, Yegoryevsk.

Currently, on the territory of this factory, among other things, there is a museum of its history. And any resident or guest of the capital can view its exhibitions at any time. Entrance to the museum of the Red October enterprise is free.

The factory's most popular products

Thus, it is “Red October” that is the most famous confectionery factory in Russia. Sweets from this manufacturer are actually extremely popular. The best brands of candies from the Red October factory are as follows:

• "Kara-Kum".
• "Little Red Riding Hood".
• "Bear in the north".
• "Cancer necks."
• "Teddy Bear."

• "Alenka."
• "Tales of Pushkin."
• "Red October 80% cocoa."
• "Teddy Bear."

In addition to candies and chocolate, the Red October enterprise supplies the market, of course, with other confectionery products. Currently, this manufacturer produces more than three hundred types of sweet products.

History of the Rot Front enterprise

It rightfully occupies second place in the ranking of Russian confectionery factories. This enterprise was founded in our country even before the Einem plant - in 1826. Its first owners were Russian merchants, the Leonov brothers. Initially, the workshop they opened produced only fudge and caramel. This small enterprise was located in Zamoskvorechye.

The factory was expanded in 1890 by the heiress of its founders, E. Leonova. The owner of the workshop purchased several plots of land specifically for this purpose. The name of the factory in those days was simply “Confectionery Production”.

Like all other enterprises in the country, Leonova’s confectionery was nationalized in 1917. It was renamed Rot Front in 1931 as a sign of solidarity with the German communists. The reason was a visit to Moscow by a delegation from Germany this year.

Products of the Rot Front factory

Today this enterprise supplies the market with about 50 thousand tons of sweet products per year. In stores you can purchase more than two hundred items of products manufactured in the plant’s workshops. But the main share of this manufacturer’s products is still sweets.

The calling card of the Rot Front enterprise, which ranks second in the ranking of Russian confectionery factories, are the following brands:

• "Golden domes".
• "Autumn Waltz".
• "Sissy."
• "Lux Amaretto"
• "Grillage".
• “Forest true story”, etc.

In addition to high quality, the products of this manufacturer are also quite affordable in price. This is what makes it very popular among consumers.

Concern "Babaevsky"

This confectionery factory has been known in Russia for a very long time; its history goes back more than 210 years. Now it is the oldest manufacturer of confectionery products in our country.

The Babaevsky concern was created in Moscow in 1804. The founder of this enterprise was then former serf Stepan. The first confectionery products produced by this master were made using apricots. They were very popular among Muscovites. In honor of these inventors, his customers even came up with a surname - Abrikosov.

Gradually, Stepan’s workshop grew into a real factory, and for a long time it supplied sweets, including to the imperial court.

The Abrikosov factory was nationalized in 1918. Four years after this, it was given the name “Babaevskaya” (after the surname of the then head of the Sokolniki district executive committee).

Concern products

Currently, Babaevsky supplies more than 129 types of a wide variety of confectionery products to the domestic and world markets. The most popular brands of sweets from this manufacturer are the following:

• "Babaevskaya squirrel."
• Uganda.
• Venezuela.
• “Almond praline”, etc.

Factory "Samara"

The products of this manufacturer have been extremely popular in the country in the past. The Samara confectionery factory was founded in Russia by merchants Kargin and Savinov. In 1904, products from this manufacturer won the Grand Prix at an exhibition in France and gained worldwide fame.

Today, the Samara factory, unfortunately, has practically left the trading arena. In Soviet times, it was renamed the Kuibyshev Confectionery Plant. Later the factory was sold to Nestle.

Confectionery factory "Russian Chocolate"

This company was founded relatively recently. The Russian Chocolate factory produced its first products in 1998. Thanks to their excellent quality, sweets and chocolates of this brand quickly gained popularity among domestic consumers.

Now this confectionery factory in Russia occupies one of the leading places in the production of sweets. In 2007, the company became part of the United Confectioners holding. In 2012, this manufacturer began supplying FELICITA brand chocolate to the market.

Today, the Russian Chocolate factory sells its products not only in Russia, but also in countries near and far abroad. The most popular products of this brand among consumers are “Russian Chocolate”:

• "Elite bitter porous."
• "Milk with peanuts and hazelnuts."
• Felicita Moda di Vita and others.

History of the Yasnaya Polyana factory

This company was founded in Tula in 1973. Today, the staff of this large sweets manufacturer includes more than 800 specialists. The factory's product range is about 100 items.

The main feature of the products produced by the Yasnaya Polyana enterprise is the absence of preservatives. All products produced by this factory are made from environmentally friendly natural products. Today this plant is part of the Red October group of enterprises.

The most popular products from this famous confectionery factory in Russia are:

• sweets "Yasnaya Polyana";
• roasted roast “Eurydice”;
• soufflé “Sange”, etc.

Also, it is at this enterprise that the famous Tula gingerbread is produced. This type of regional pastry is popular not only among Russian consumers, but all over the world. The peculiarity of this baking is that, firstly, it does not go stale for a long time, and secondly, it does not break at a bend. Consumers also consider the filling of Tula gingerbread very tasty. It can be made from raspberries, prunes, cherries. The Yasnaya Polyana factory was even granted a patent for the production of the Tula Gingerbread sweet.

Instead of a conclusion

There are actually a huge number of manufacturers on the Russian market today. For example, products from the factories “Yuzhuralkonditer”, “Zeya”, “Takf”, etc. are in great demand among consumers. But the products of the enterprises described above are sold out in stores the fastest. The sweets of these six confectionery factories in Russia have earned the greatest trust from consumers, and they are rightfully included in the list of the best producers of sweets and chocolate in the country.

You open it and think: which one should I eat? Which one will be the most delicious and which one do you want most? This issue seemed so serious to us that we even conducted a survey.

A box of chocolates, given as a gift or bought for a special occasion for tea, always presents us with a painfully sweet choice. Especially if it is not an assortment, but a set of chocolates.

What is the difference? In technology, thickness of glaze and variety of fillings. When making assorted sets, the filling is poured into a prepared chocolate mold. This is a more complex technology, and the icing in such candies is thicker. There are not many fillings: only 3-4 varieties.

In candy sets, the filling is of paramount importance. It is formed and then covered with chocolate glaze - it turns out thin. A set of candies can have as many fillings as you like; some handmade candies have more than 10 of them. However, the candies can be the same, for example, “Southern Nuts” or “Evening Bells”, although in this case it is no longer a set, but just candies in the box.

What candies are the most delicious?

All fillings from candy sets can be divided into 5 large groups:

• Fruit in the form of marmalade or jam;
• Liquor with alcohol filling;
• With nuts of different varieties, crushed and whole;
• Cream of a wide variety of varieties;
• Marzipan and similar viscous fillings.

On the pages of the Alyonka online store on social networks, we conducted a survey to find out what type of filling our subscribers prefer. More than a hundred people shared their opinions on this matter.

We thought that most people would choose nuts; after all, they are a classic addition to chocolate. But the most delicious candies in the boxes, according to those with a sweet tooth, were those with a cream filling, and butter cream was especially often mentioned in the comments. And candies with nuts are only in second place. Judging by the results, fruit and marzipan are fillings for select connoisseurs: they received the least votes. The liquor stores found themselves in the middle, in an honorable third place in the resulting ranking.

Bonus: fortune telling with candy

There is a belief that before you eat something new, you need to make a wish. It’s even more interesting with sweets: you can immediately understand whether it will come true or not.

A simple option: the desire must be formulated in such a way that it can be answered unambiguously “yes” or “no”, i.e. it should be simple, and not consisting of several interconnected ones. Then mentally make a bet on the filling: white or dark, hard or runny, with or without nuts. You need to choose one parameter and determine what “yes” will mean and what “no” will mean. Holding the desire and the “markers” of the answer in your head, you should close your eyes, choose a candy and take a bite. What filling is the answer.

The complex option allows for the possibility of making a compound wish, but in such a way that each part can be answered “yes” or “no”. For example: go on vacation to the Maldives this summer. Then a “yes” and “no” form is specified for each part, for example: “to go on vacation” - fluid or not, “to the Maldives” - dark or light, “this summer” - with or without a nut. Then close your eyes, choose a candy and take a bite.

Entertainment for the evening is guaranteed. Two-layer candies and complex fillings add special intrigue. In addition, making wishes can be replaced by a game of “truth or dare”, you can come up with new interpretations for various fillings that will give answers intermediate between “yes” and “no”.

Choose sets in the “Candy in Boxes” section of the Alenka online store, regular or handmade; Get creative and enjoy your favorite toppings.