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Mix it up with Christmas Pick n Mix
While Christmas may be the season of indulgence with grand chocolate boxes and elaborate sweet gift sets, it’s also a time when retailers can truly shine by offering a creative and nostalgic alternative: pick n mix! Yes, the humble pick n mix has its own special place during the festivities, providing a personalized, whimsical touch to any sweet selection. Think about it—what's more delightful than letting your customers fill their baskets with a blend of their favourites? Sure, ready-made options make for easy gifts, but for many shoppers, the joy of Christmas includes that personal touch. Offering both pre-packaged and open pick n mix is a winning formula for the season!
Hancocks’ 5 Favourite Christmas Pick n Mix Sweets
In retail, the festive season brings increased traffic and a great opportunity to meet the increased demand! Standing out with special seasonal stock is key to making the most of the season. Pick n mix sweets truly have a place in British culture, hence why they are a pivotal line for so many confectionery retailers. Here are Hancocks' top picks for spreading Christmas cheer, one sweet at a time:
1. Kingsway Snowflakes
Imagine the first snow of winter – the crisp chill in the air, the soft crunch underfoot. This is cause for excitement for so many, signalling the start of the winter with cost nights, hot cocoa and of course Christmas! With their tantalising raspberry and vanilla flavour combination, Kingsway Snowflakes bring the magic of winter into your pick n mix stand. Perfect on their own or paired with Bulgari Marshmallow Penguins or Frisia Fizzy Bubblegum Reindeer, these fruity ‘flakes make a wonderful base for any wintry mix. Add a dash of jelly trees, snowmen and more snowflakes with the Kingsway Snowy Mix, and you’ve got a perfect winter wonderland in a bag!
2. Kinnerton Gold Foiled Chocolate Balls
Nothing says Christmas quite like shimmering baubles on the tree – and nothing matches that festive charm in a sweet quite like Kinnerton’s Gold Foiled Chocolate Balls. Simple but effective, these golden little treasures are not only delicious but beautiful, bringing a festive feel to any pick n mix stand. Work them into your festive range alongside other chocolate treats such as Santa Milk Chocolate Twists or Golden Bears and spread the festive cheer with irresistible treats!
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3. Kingsway Vegan Reindeer
Just like the rest of the year, it is important to cater to all different customers at Christmas – it is a time for inclusion after all! Kingsway Vegan Reindeer gummies offer a fun and delicious solution for those seeking plant-based treats without compromising on festive flair or flavour. These reindeer-shaped gummies are sure to win hearts, whether they're combined with other vegan treats like Gummy Stars or added to your range. Cheeky, cute and tasty, these are a fun and delightful pick n mix sweet for all ages.
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4. Hannah's Mega Snowies
Jazzies are always a hit, but when the festive season rolls in, it’s time to upgrade to Snowies! These white-chocolatey bites, covered in colourful candy sprinkles, are a delightful twist on the classic Jazzie. Offering a playful mix of nostalgia and holiday excitement, these star-shaped buttons are full of magic. Snowies will slot perfectly into traditional pick n mix ranges of all kinds, or you can pair them with other favourites in pre-packed bags and turn them into perfect stocking fillers and festive gifts.
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5. The Fudge Factory Gingerbread Latte Fudge
Christmas is all about indulgence, and nothing captures that festive feeling quite like fudge. The Fudge Factory’s Gingerbread Latte Fudge is a decadent mix of spices and sweetness, evoking the warmth of cosy nights by the fire. Whether customers are treating themselves or gifting it to others, this fudge is a luxury for sweet-toothed shoppers. Pair it with Mince Pie or Sparkling Prosecco Fudge to create rich festive fudge gifts.
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Ways To Repackage Pick n Mix for Christmas
Making things easier for your customers—while adding a festive spin—could be the secret to boosting your profits this Christmas! Buying in bulk and repackaging sweets in bespoke, Christmas-themed containers can not only increase profit margins but also make your products stand out. Whether it's sleek, branded packaging or custom festive mixes, there’s endless potential for creativity.
Christmas Pick n Mix Buckets
It’s no surprise that pick n mix buckets are a hit, especially at Christmas! These personalised sweet-filled boxes are perfect for gifting, making them a popular online and in-store choice. Online retailers in particular have seen success adding these to their ranges, with the chance to personalise mixes grabbing consumer attention – and offering great returns, too. Depending on your business capabilities, you could even offer custom images, holiday-themed captions and mixes, or mixes that hit popular tastes such as fruity and fizzy. Want a Christmas bucket filled with snowflakes and winter-themed sweets? Done! Customers appreciate a personal touch and it’s a smart way for retailers to offer them something unique.
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Christmas Pick n Mix Cups
For the shoppers on the go, pre-packaged pick n mix cups are a festive favourite! Ideal for busy shoppers looking for a quick treat, these cups can be themed around specific flavours or festive colour schemes. If you have the time, our pick n mix sweets provide all of the variety – and profit margin – you need, whilst our range of candy cups offers ready-made stock to fill your shelves. Whichever route you take, these are versatile stock that will be bought as gifts and stocking fillers, road trip treats and also meet festive impulses.
Why Choose Hancocks?
Hancocks is passionate about sweets, and with over 60 years in the industry, we know a thing or two about what’s popular, too. Whether you’re looking for festive favourites or the latest trends, we offer the best wholesale confectionery with UK delivery on the broadest range. As with the rest of the year, Hancocks is here to help retailers as they get primed to make the most of the festive season.