The most and least appreciated Halloween candy in every state
With just a few days left until Halloween, you'll need to stock up on the right candy if you want to be the best house on the block.
But before you shop, it's important to know that not all candy is created equal. How would we know? Just ask the experts at Halloween Express. They surveyed 2,000 Americans on their tastes in sweets, determining which candies are most loved and which are most hated.
According to Halloween Express, each state held a focus group made up of 11 people who ranked different pieces of candies from most to least appreciated. Here's what they found:
States across the country gave candy corn and licorice a big thumbs down. The survey found that 21 states including California, Georgia, and Maryland, are candy corn haters, while 14 states including Alabama, New York, and Nevada and really dislike licorice.
Other candies that Americans aren't into include Almond Joys (agree), Raisinets (double agree), jawbreakers, Pixy Stix, Tootsie Rolls, Hot Tamales, and Necco Wafers.
On the other end of the candy spectrum, Halloween Express' survey found that chocolate candies of all kind reign supreme.
According to the survey, 38 states ranked Reese's Peanut Butter Cups number one. And in second place, the beloved Snickers bar.
Honorable mentions go to Almond Joy, Kit Kat, Twix, Nerds, Sour Patch Kids, and Butterfinger.
As if we needed another reason to divide generations, Halloween Express broke down the most and least favored candies amongst Baby Boomers, Generation X, and Millennials.
Once again, according to Halloween Express, the Reese's Peanut Buttercup continues its reign as the most popular Halloween candy.
The worst, however, took an interesting turn. Per the survey results, Baby Boomers really hate jawbreakers, while Generation X and Millennials agree that candy corn is a no-go.
Words of advice ahead of Halloween: Steer clear of candy corn, watch out for licorice, and eat all the chocolate you can get your hands on.
Check out Halloween Express's full survey results here.
