Are Kazoozles discontinued?
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They’re now SweeTarts Soft & Chewy Ropes.
When did Kazoozles change their name?
In this case, Kazoozles became SweeTarts Ropes in 2015 when Nestle changed the name and the branding and launched a whole new identity for their Sweet Tarts line.

Who makes Kazoozles?
SweeTARTS
From the manufacturer SweeTARTS Cherry Punch Soft and Chewy Ropes take the classic flavor fusion a step further—creating bendable fun that’s licorice and SweeTARTS all in one.
What is the white stuff in sweet tart ropes?
The Gelatin used in candies like Sweetart ropes is made of the secretions of female lac bugs from India and Thailand. Shellac/Glaze confectioners is an insect-derived substance, and Gelatin is an animal-derived substance, so it is neither vegan friendly.
Why did Shockers change their name?
These sweet and sour candies were originally created in the 60s under the moniker which was later changed to Shockers when the stronger and more sour version was made. This was owing to the surprisingly sweet and sour notes of the candy that were supposedly a “shock” to those who ate them.

What are Shock Tarts?
Shockers are a sour and chewy version of the popular candy SweeTarts. They were originally called Shock Tarts and were made by the Sunmark Candy company in the early 1990s. Shock Tarts were discontinued but then rereleased and as “Shockers” under the The Willy Wonka brand.
What were sweet tart ropes called before?
SweeTarts Soft & Chewy Ropes are available in Cherry Punch, Strawberry, and Sour Apple, as well as a “Twisted” flavor, and were originally named Kazoozles.
What are sweet tart ropes made of?
Sugar, Corn Syrup, Wheat Flour, and Less Than 2% of Water, Citric Acid, Sorbitol, Confectioner’s Glaze (Lac-Resin), Maltodextrin, Sodium Citrate, Glycerin, DL-Malic Acid, Gelatin, Vegetable Juice Color, Natural Flavors, Salt, Beta-Carotene Color.
What is in the middle of sweet tart ropes?
The SweeTarts rope is one of those new products. Kind of like the Twizzler Twerpz, these are a cherry red licorice tube filled with a blue, sour paste which is then dotted with little crunchy Nerd bits. The texture mix is really interesting. You have the rather bland chew of the licorice, which is soft and clingy.
What are the Sweetart flavors?
The current flavors in the SweeTarts roll are: blue punch (blue), cherry (red), grape (purple), lemon (yellow) and green apple (green). Retired flavors include lime (the former flavor for green) and orange.
How old are Sweet Tarts?
SweeTarts were introduced in 1963 with the same flavors as the popular Pixy Stix: cherry, grape, lime, lemon, and orange. Today, SweeTarts are manufactured by Wonka.
How long are Sweetart ropes?
approximately 5-1/2 inches long
SweeTARTS have taken their delicious Ropes, and given them not only a new, delicious Rainbow Punch flavor, but also a cute, bright rainbow color to each candy. These soft and chewy treats are an all-day snack that any fan of sweet or fruity candies will love! Each SweeTARTS Rope is approximately 5-1/2 inches long.