Thursday, October 24, 2024

Question: What original North Carolina candy is considered the state’s most iconic?

Answer: Piedmont Candy Company in Lexington created Red Bird Puffed Peppermints, those soft, crumbly mints that melt in your mouth and come individually wrapped. Named after North Carolina’s state bird, the cardinal, Piedmont Candy Company—now known as Red Bird Handcrafted Candy—has been making Red Bird Puffed Peppermints since 1890.