Show I really wanted to find some good coffee-flavored hard candy and found three brands, four flavors (alphabetically): This review is a comparison of the three brands I found. I definitely preferred two brands over the third, but the third was okay -- just not something *I* would get again. Likes/Dislikes: Rough measurements: The pieces are round and smooth-ish (can have sharp edges). They're larger than a dime, but smaller than a nickel, maybe an eighth of an inch thick. I would say they're a decent value for the money, but 1) they're only okay (not "good"); 2) they're twice (+) as expensive as the brand I liked the best; and 3) you go through them faster because you have to crunch them to get to the flavor burst. Overall, they're okay, but I would not order them again and would only recommend them to others with reservations -- 2 stars overall. ** KOPIKO'S ** The flavor of the Kopiko -- both -- is better than that of Bali's. They are made from real coffee and you can tell. Because you don't have to crunch to get flavor, you're able to suck on them longer (though I admit I crunched too). Both flavors are good, though I preferred the cappuccino version. These are the most expensive of the three brands by over a dollar an ounce. They taste good, but not worth the extra $1+ -- at least not to me. Rough measurements: The pieces are rectangular and smooth. They're about an inch by a half-inch, and about a quarter to a third of an inch thick. I would purchase either flavor again (but would hem and haw over the price) -- 3.5 stars overall (rolled down to 3 because of the price). ** NIPS ** That being said, Nips have the best coffee flavor of all the ones I purchased. They're like a cappuccino you can suck on. And because you can't crunch or chew on them, they last longer than the harder candies. To me they seem sweeter than the Kopiko a slight drawback, but the flavor is worth it. Another plus for Nips is that they're the least expensive of the three (over the Bali's by more than half). So, not only are they the best tasting (to me), they're the best value for the money. Rough measurements: The pieces are round, but not as smooth as pictured on the box. They're larger than a nickel but smaller than a quarter, and a quarter to a third of an inch thick. I would purchase these again (and again!) -- 4 stars. I recommend them with the caveat that you have to take care not to do damage to teeth and/or dental work. Summary... Are NIPS candy still made?The company manufactured over 30 candy products during its 42 years in business. Most notable was the Pearson Nips Candy which continues to be produced and sold today by Nestlé.
Are coffee NIPS still made?Today Nips are made by Nestle' Company. The Pearson Candy Company of Culver City, California was founded in 1928 by Barney Pearson. The company manufactured over 30 candy products during its 42 years in business with Coffee Nips being it's most famous product.
Is there a candy called NIPS?Nestle nips candy, 4-ounce boxes (pack of 12) is the rich and creamy hard candy that provides a soothing diversion. Each nips candy has its own distinct and truly satisfying flavor.
What are the flavors of NIPS?Nips Rich & Creamy Hard Candy Variety Pack, 4-oz boxes (Pack of 4 Flavors)– Coffee, Caramel, Chocolate Parfait, and Butter Rum.
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