Jelly Belly launches line of Snapple-flavored beans

FAIRFIELD, Calif. — Jelly Belly Candy Co. has teamed up with beverage brand Snapple to create a new line of Jelly Belly beans with Snapple Juice Drinks.

The candy maker began at the source with Snapple Juice Drink concentrates in five Snapple flavors: Fruit Punch, Mango Madness, Cranberry Raspberry, Pink Lemonade and Kiwi Strawberry. 

Jelly Belly Snapple Mix flavors are made from real fruit juice and purees. These jelly beans have no artificial coloring; the colors come from natural fruit and vegetables, the manufacturer stated. 

Jelly Belly Snapple Mix will hit the market online at JellyBelly.com in July and in 10-lb. bulk cases at candy stores. In August, the company plans to release a 3.1-oz. bag in 12-count cases. Also scheduled for fall is a 1.65-oz. Jelly Belly Snapple Bottle.