Wally and Whiz's Nordic Winegums are chewy—not sticky—candies that have a gumdrop-like texture without the granulated coating. Kristian Them Hansen started his company in order to create gummy candies with real fruit flavor, not just syrupy sweetness. We love the two-tone flavor and modern-looking cube shape of Wally and Whiz winegums, echoed by the neat boxes these sweets are packaged in. The delicate sweetness of the apricot coating perfectly compliments the tart, juicy grapefruit center, making for a scrumptious treat that's not overly sweet.

Wally and Whiz's Nordic Winegums are chewy—not sticky—candies that have a gumdrop-like texture without the granulated coating. Kristian Them Hansen started his company in order to create gummy candies with real fruit flavor, not just syrupy sweetness. We love the two-tone flavor and modern-looking cube shape of Wally and Whiz winegums, echoed by the neat boxes these sweets are packaged in. Each candy starts with the tart, fruity notes of the crushed whole raspberries from the sugar coating, which gives way to the floral mango finish of the winegum itself.

Johan Bülow is on a mission to share with the world Scandinavia's most popular and polarizing treat: licorice. Lakrids by Bülow uses traditional black licorice—prepared using centuries-old methods—to make this small-batch candy. The bold, earthy flavor and naturally sweet aroma of licorice are juxtaposed by the sharp, tangy salt ammonium chloride for this Scandinavian classic, or salmiak licorice. The candies have a fudgy, toothsome quality that is much more satisfying than the gritty or grainy texture you'll find with other brands.

Wally and Whiz's Nordic Winegums are chewy—not sticky—candies that have a gumdrop-like texture without the granulated coating. Kristian Them Hansen started his company in order to create gummy candies with real fruit flavor, not just syrupy sweetness. We love the two-tone flavor and modern-looking cube shape of Wally and Whiz winegums, echoed by the neat boxes these sweets are packaged in. We love the summery zent and taste of strawberries in this version that creates a fresh and delicate sweet contrast to the deep, rich base of blackcurrants.

The movie theater Swedish fish most Americans know get a flavorful update in these punchy Swedish fish from Kolsvart. With a satisfying chew and bright color, the raspberry flavor is reminiscent of the iconic American candy but tastes distinctly of pure raspberry, with a wonderful sweetness and a subtle tart note on the finish.

Think of these punchy, flavorful sour Swedish fish from Kolsvart as a cross between familiar movie theater Swedish fish and Sour Patch kids. With a satisfying chew and bright color, a vibrant blueberry flavor is paired with a sour coating that makes your mouth pucker just the right amount. We love this perfect sweet and sour combo, especially when it tastes like fresh blueberries.

From the company that made Turkish delight famous, Haci Bekir, this Turkish delight (lokum) comes in an assortment of fruity flavors. We found these in Istanbul, and they’re the most authentic version of traditional Turkish lokum we’ve been able to get in the States. The jellies are tangy with mellow fruit flavors—the sour cherry, strawberry, apricot and orange reminded us of high-end gummy bears or jelly beans. But their pleasant sweetness isn’t overpowering, unlike American fruit candies or sugary-sweet mass-produced versions of this Turkish classic. You’ll love sinking your teeth into their chewy, supple texture.

Johan Bülow is on a mission to share with the world Scandinavia's most popular and polarizing treat: black licorice. Lakrids by Bülow uses traditional black licorice—prepared using centuries-old methods—to make small-batch candies with flavors that are more familiar to international consumers. These chocolate-covered licorice balls have a fudgy, toothsome quality that is much more satisfying than the gritty or grainy texture you'll find with other brands. The creamy sweetness of the milk chocolate coating and buttery caramel flavor soften licorice's potency, for a balanced and aromatic candy. You don't have to be a licorice aficionado to fall for these treats: Even Milk Street staff members who claim to hate licorice were surprised by how much they loved Lakrids by Bülow.

From the company that made Turkish delight famous, Haci Bekir, these Turkish delights (lokum) come in an assortment of date and nut flavors. We found these in Istanbul, and they’re the most authentic version of traditional Turkish lokum we’ve been able to get in the States. The confection has a pleasant sweetness from dates and sugar that doesn’t overpower—unlike some sugary-sweet, mass-produced versions of this classic Turkish treat. Sink your teeth into its chewy, supple texture—hazelnuts and pistachios add a light crunchiness and clean, simple flavor.

Wally and Whiz's Nordic Winegums are chewy—not sticky—candies that have a gumdrop-like texture without the granulated coating. Kristian Them Hansen started his company in order to create gummy candies with real fruit flavor, not just syrupy sweetness. We love the two-tone flavor and modern-looking cube shape of Wally and Whiz winegums, echoed by the neat boxes these sweets are packaged in. Each candy starts with the tart, peachy notes of passion fruit from the sugar coating, which gives way to the floral mango finish of the winegum itself. People who are wary of overly sweet candies will love these for their delicate flavor.

Translucent, richly pigmented and rolled in sugar, these jewel-like soft gelled candies from François Doucet Confiseur were historically referred to as “dry jam.” And we can’t think of a better way to describe their flavor. Pâte de fruits have to be made with a high percentage of fruit puree and pulp (François Doucet uses 51%), which gives the jellies a bright fruitiness. They have a higher moisture content than supermarket jellies—so they are not dry, tough or overly chewy—and the light sugar coating prevents stickiness and adds a light crunch. Candy-making is a family tradition for François Doucet, co-founder of the confectionery; his great-grandfather created the first fruit paste in France’s Auvergne region, which inspire today’s pâte de fruits. To make these candies, apricots and raspberries are harvested at peak ripeness and cooked with sugar (and a hint of pectin for hold) in large copper pots. Try all three flavors: Raspberry, Apricot and Honey Lavender, made with rare, delicate lavender honey from Provence.

Yes, these are candied whole coriander seeds, and yes, they’re delicious. Similar to the candied spices from other countries, like Indian “mukhwas,” these sweet coriander seeds leave a fresh, clean flavor in your mouth. The citrusy, sweet, floral taste of coriander pairs beautifully with the crunchy, Jordan almond-like shell. Sprinkle over or incorporate into sweet dishes for a little extra crunch and spice, or try them on their own after a meal as a sweet note or palate cleanser.

Baratti & Milano’s gianduiotto prisms are the perfect balance between chocolate and hazelnut, available in both milk and dark chocolate. Formed into the prism shape of fine-metal ingots, this selection of gold-wrapped candies includes silky, smooth milk chocolate–made with a signature blend of cacao beans from Ecuador and Ghana and milk from Normandy–with a filling of nutty, creamy hazelnut butter. Or for a touch of bitterness, choose the dark chocolate coating in the Gianduiotto Fondente variety. Perfect for holiday gifting or a bit of indulgent snacking on your own.