I stumbled upon taffy at a local TJ Maxx and couldn’t resist buying some. My family and I loved it so much that I decided to try other brands to find the best. I searched online and tasted-tested two brands: Shrivers and Taffy Shop.
Shrivers: 5 out of 10 stars
I rated the candy based on taste, consistency, and size. Shrivers is a classic favorite of my grandmother and her friends. It has a subtle flavor, a nice stretch, and a good price. However, the subtle taste left my taste buds wanting more flavor in each chew. The consistency was good, and the presentation was nice. It came in a box, then wrapped in logo-marked paper with a ribbon. It’s a classy gift option.
Taffy Shop: 3 out of 10 stars
I had high expectations for Taffy Shop based on social media reviews, but I was disappointed. First, the consistency was grainy and not smooth like the other brands. There were actual granules of salt in it, even though it claims to add salt, hence the name “salt water taffy.” It tasted like chewing salt mixed with taffy. When I reviewed it, the company said they “add salt,” but they looked into the batch and didn’t find anything. Thanks, but no thanks. Presentation is a tall plastic, resealable bag.
The size of the Taffy Shop taffy was also much smaller, and the wrapper stuck to the candy, unlike the other two brands. That’s why I gave it a 3 out of 10 stars. I’ll be going back to Taffy Town!
Taffy Town is an absolute delight, earning a perfect score of 10 out of 10. Each piece is larger than those found at Taffy Shop and might even be comparable in size to Shrives, although different shape. The taste is exceptional, with a perfect balance of sweetness and sourness that caters to all preferences. The texture is smooth and stretchy, and the wrappers never stick, making it a hassle-free treat. Each pound of taffy came in an attractive box with company logo and is nice for gift-giving.
