Minnesota's Largest Candy Store

Minnesota's Largest Candy Store
FormerlyJim's Apple Farm
Company typePrivate
Founded1960s[1]
FounderHerbert R. "Hippy" Wagner[2]
HeadquartersJordan, MN,
United States of America
Number of locations
1
ProductsCandy, baked goods, soda
OwnerRobert Wagner
Number of employees
150[3]
Websitehttps://minnesotaslargestcandystore.business.site/

Minnesota's Largest Candy Store is a family-owned candy store located along U.S. Route 169 in Jordan, Minnesota.[4][5][6][7][8] The business is known for its distinctive yellow building, extensive candy selection, pop-culture-themed decor, and puzzle collection.[9][10][11] The store closes during the winter months and is cash-only.[12]

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  10. ^ Blood, Rachel (2021-06-24). "MN's Largest Candy Store more than just sweets — it's home to vast puzzle collection, too". SWNewsMedia.com. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
  11. ^ Sawyer, Liz. "Minnesota's Largest Candy Store sends up the bat signal for customers". Star Tribune. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
  12. ^ Strasburg, Michael (2019-12-25). "What goes on at Minnesota's Largest Candy Store in the winter?". SWNewsMedia.com. Retrieved 2024-02-21.