If you tried to grab a bag of sour skulls or marshmallow bites at Coral Gables’ newest shop, Scandy Candy, you might be met with a locked door and rows of “sold out” signs.
Miami’s first Swedish candy store opened Aug. 9. and sold out within nine days of opening. The shop temporarily closed to restock on Aug. 18, proof that Miami has officially joined the Swedish Candy craze.
Scandy Candy was created by brothers Calle and Wile Olsen, not to be confused with the Olsen twins, though their candy debut might just be as iconic. They grew up in Sweden following lördagsgodis or “Saturday candy,” a Swedish tradition. Kids across Sweden would scoop up their favorite mix of gummies, sours and chocolate bars each weekend to celebrate the end of the week.
When the brothers moved to the U.S., they missed that ritual and Swedish candy’s bold flavors. Their solution? Import authentic Swedish sweets and introduce Miami to the same tradition.
Their Coral Gables shop became a hit instantly. It went viral on TikTok with videos of the pick and mix wall and a display of candy bins where customers can fill bags with chewy strawberries, salty licorice and neon-colored sours.
“On opening day we had over 100 people waiting, and that momentum kept going throughout the week,” @scandycandyus wrote on Instagram. “We had enough inventory to last about a month, but we ended up selling out in just a week.”
Unlike most American candy brands, Swedish sweets skip corn syrup, artificial dyes and gelatin. Instead, they use natural flavors and cornstarch while also having many vegan friendly options. Calle and Wille say their goal is simple: to share the flavors they grew up with and make high quality candy available to everyone.
For students at the U, Scandy Candy offers more than a just sugar rush. Beyond the hype, eating these sweets is a cultural bite into Sweden’s weekend tradition of lördagsgodis.
The location on Miracle Mile makes it an easy trip from campus. Online ordering brings the treats straight to your door. You’ll also be supporting an international, family-run business by stopping by.
“The energy and support from the Miami community has been amazing, and we’re so grateful for how quickly people have embraced us,” Scanday Candy wrote on Instagram.
The shop plans to reopen with an even bigger selection. Keep an eye on Scandy Candy’s Instagram for restock updates. Whether your go-to is sour, chocolate or salty licorice, this is one campus-adjacent spot that’s already earned a place on Miami students’ weekend plans. With classes back in full swing, here’s one assignment you’ll actually enjoy, this sour candy is sweet.