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Fernwood Candy

Fernwood Candy – Utah's Handmade Chocolate Tradition Since 1947

Fernwood Candy — Utah's handmade chocolate tradition since 1947. Shop Mint Sandwiches, Almondettes, Pecan Logs, Caramels & more at Swiss Boy Vacuum in Salt Lake City. Local pickup & online ordering available.

Fernwood Candy is one of Utah's most beloved confectionery traditions, with roots stretching back to 1947 when George and Leah Wood opened a small candy and ice cream business in Salt Lake City. The name "Fernwood" was born from a combination of their surname and the street where they first set up shop as newlyweds — Fern Street. Over the decades that followed, the brand built a devoted following across Utah through an unwavering commitment to handcrafted quality and recipes that have stayed largely unchanged since the company's earliest years. Today, Fernwood is owned by Mike and Linda Staheli, who relocated the operation to Logan, Utah, and have grown production to meet a demand that — particularly during the holiday season — consistently outpaces what their facility can make. Seventy percent of their annual business happens in the fourth quarter, a testament to just how deeply Fernwood has woven itself into Utah's holiday gift-giving culture.

The heart of the Fernwood lineup is the iconic Chocolate Mint Sandwich — a three-layer confection of smooth milk or dark chocolate encasing a thin layer of soft mint chocolate in the center. The recipe itself has an origin story: George and Leah Wood discovered a version of it at a small candy shop during a road trip to a confectioners' convention on the East Coast in 1959. Charmed by the treat, they asked the shop owner if he would share his recipe. Since the Woods posed no competitive threat from across the country, he agreed — and that gifted recipe became the product that would define Fernwood Candy for generations. Today the mint sandwich is available in multiple sizes and varieties, including milk chocolate, dark chocolate, mixed, and newer seasonal flavors like raspberry and orange that the Stahelis have added to the classic lineup.

Beyond the mint sandwiches, Fernwood produces a range of handcrafted confections that reflect the same philosophy: simple, high-quality ingredients, traditional techniques, and a consistent commitment to getting every batch right. Almondettes — milk chocolate–coated almond clusters — are hand-dipped and rolled in crushed almonds before packaging, a hands-on process that larger candy manufacturers long ago abandoned for automation. The Gourmet Pecan Log, Sea Salt Caramels, Peppermint Bark, Almond Bark, Chocolate Cherries, and chocolate-dipped pretzels and Oreos round out a lineup that is as well-suited to personal indulgence as it is to gifting. Every product is made with all-natural ingredients and crafted in small batches at Fernwood's Logan, Utah production facility, which produces up to 1,000 pounds of chocolate per day at peak capacity.

At Swiss Boy Vacuum, we carry Fernwood Candy because we believe in supporting local Utah businesses that do things the right way — and because our customers have always appreciated finding something unexpectedly wonderful alongside their vacuum parts and cleaning supplies. Whether you're stopping in to pick up a BEAM filter, a set of Riccar bags, or a Lindhaus power nozzle, walking out with a box of Fernwood Mint Sandwiches makes the trip a little sweeter. Fernwood products also make excellent gifts for customers, coworkers, neighbors, and holiday stockings — and with sizes ranging from a $5.25 pocket-sized 2oz treat all the way up to the impressive Golden Gift Box, there's a Fernwood option for every occasion and every budget.

Why Choose Fernwood Candy?

A Utah Tradition Since 1947 — Fernwood has been handcrafting chocolate confections in Utah for over 75 years, making it one of the state's most enduring and beloved local food brands.
The Iconic Chocolate Mint Sandwich — The recipe behind Fernwood's signature treat dates back to a chance discovery in 1959 and has been delighting Utah families ever since — available in milk, dark, mixed, raspberry, orange, and jalapeño varieties.
Handcrafted in Small Batches — Products like the Almondettes are still hand-dipped and hand-finished, a level of care that mass-market candy manufacturers abandoned long ago.
All-Natural Ingredients — Fernwood uses high-quality, all-natural ingredients in every confection, starting with cocoa beans, milk, and coconut oil — no shortcuts in the recipe or the process.
Made Right Here in Utah — Fernwood's production facility is in Logan, Utah. When you buy Fernwood, you're supporting a local business and keeping a genuine Utah food tradition alive.
Perfect for Gifting — With sizes from single-serve treats to full gift boxes, Fernwood products are ideal for holiday gifts, customer appreciation, teacher gifts, stocking stuffers, and everyday indulgence.
Seasonal & Year-Round Variety — From holiday peppermint bark and chocolate cherries to year-round mint sandwiches, caramels, and almondettes, there's always something new to try — and classic favorites never go away.
Available In-Store at Swiss Boy Vacuum — Pick up Fernwood chocolates while you're in for vacuum supplies, or add them to any online order for a sweet surprise with your delivery.

Brand Specifications / Overview

Detail Info Brand Fernwood Candy Founded 1947 (Salt Lake City, Utah) Named For George & Leah Wood + Fern Street (first address) Current Owners Mike & Linda Staheli Headquarters Logan, Utah Production Capacity Up to 1,000 lbs of chocolate per day Key Ingredient Philosophy All-natural ingredients, traditional recipes, small-batch handcrafting Signature Product Chocolate Mint Sandwich (milk, dark, mixed, raspberry, orange, jalapeño) Distribution Utah grocery chains including Costco; independent retailers including Swiss Boy Vacuum Price Range at Swiss Boy $4.75 – $27.25

Products Available at Swiss Boy

Chocolate Mint Sandwiches The original Fernwood signature treat — two layers of chocolate with a soft mint center. Available in multiple sizes (2oz, 4oz, 4.5oz, 8oz, 14oz) and varieties: Milk Chocolate, Dark Chocolate, Mixed, Raspberry (milk & dark), Orange (dark), and Jalapeño Dark Chocolate for the adventurous.

Chocolate Bark Fernwood Peppermint Bark (5oz) and Almond Bark (5oz) — seasonal and year-round favorites made with the same quality chocolate as the rest of the lineup.

Almondettes Hand-dipped milk chocolate almond clusters finished in crushed almonds. Available in 2-pack ($4.75) and 6-pack ($15.75) — ideal as a personal treat or multipurchase gift.

Caramels & Pecan Logs Sea Salt Caramels in 3oz (4-piece) and 6oz (8-piece) gift boxes. Gourmet Pecan Log in a generous 7oz size — a Fernwood perennial bestseller.

Chocolate-Dipped Treats Chocolate Dipped Mint Oreos (6pk, $5.25) and Chocolate Dipped Pretzels (2pk, $5.25) — easy grab-and-go impulse treats and stocking stuffers.

Chocolate Cherries & Gift Boxes Fernwood Chocolate Cherries (12-piece) and the Golden Gift Box — the premier gifting option for customers, employees, and holiday occasions.

Who Is Fernwood Candy For?

Fernwood Candy is for anyone who appreciates something handmade, locally produced, and genuinely delicious — and that's just about everyone. It's the perfect impulse addition for Swiss Boy Vacuum customers already in-store picking up parts or supplies, and an easy, crowd-pleasing gift choice for the holidays, customer appreciation gestures, or any occasion where showing up empty-handed isn't an option. Utah residents who grew up with Fernwood Mint Sandwiches under the Christmas tree will immediately recognize the brand; out-of-state visitors will quickly understand why it's become a local institution. At price points starting under $5, Fernwood is an accessible treat that punches well above its price in quality and presentation.