Remember the thrill of discovering a new Twizzlers flavor at the candy aisle? Over the years, Hershey’s has released countless variations of their iconic twisted licorice, but not all flavors stood the test of time.
Some disappeared quietly while others left fans begging for their return. Let’s revisit these forgotten Twizzlers treats that once tantalized our taste buds but now exist only in candy history.
1. Twizzlers Twerpz
Bite-sized candy bombs that exploded with flavor! These chewy nuggets packed all the Twizzlers goodness into poppable pieces that vanished from shelves around 2009.
Unlike their twisted siblings, Twerpz had a harder shell and softer center—a textural masterpiece that deserved more time in the spotlight. Kids went absolutely wild for these at movie theaters.
2. Cherry Cola Twizzlers
Soda-inspired madness hit the candy aisle when these flavor-packed twists arrived! Combining the fizzy essence of cola with cherry sweetness, these brown-and-red twisted treats captured the essence of your favorite fountain drink in chewy form.
Released as part of a limited beverage-inspired collection around 2014, Cherry Cola Twizzlers quickly gained a cult following. Fans stockpiled them when discontinuation rumors began swirling.
3. Twizzlers Twist-N-Fill Watermelon & Cherry
Hollow candy tubes with edible magic inside! These innovative treats featured a hollow watermelon-flavored shell that you could fill with sweet cherry goo from an attached pouch.
Pure interactive candy brilliance that disappeared around 2008. Kids went nuts for the DIY aspect—squeezing cherry filling into the green watermelon tubes created a flavor explosion unlike anything else in the Twizzlers lineup.
4. Key Lime Pie Flavored Filled Twizzlers
Dessert-in-a-twist madness that captured summer in candy form! These pale green twists contained a tangy white filling that mimicked the sweet-tart balance of actual key lime pie—complete with hints of graham cracker crust in the outer shell.
Released as part of a limited dessert collection in 2013, these tropical treats vanished faster than a real pie at a potluck. The filling had just enough zing to make your taste buds do a double-take.
5. Izzlers
Radical ’90s candy rebellion in twisted form! Izzlers weren’t just Twizzlers with a cooler name—they were thinner, more intensely flavored, and marketed with extreme attitude that perfectly captured the decade’s wild spirit.
Packaged in eye-searing neon wrappers with graffiti-style lettering, these rebellious twists came in flavors like blue raspberry and wild cherry. The commercial featured skateboarders doing impossible tricks while munching these super-charged licorice sticks.
6. Twizzlers Twists Mystery Flavor
White-colored enigmas that sparked playground debates nationwide! These ghostly twists challenged candy lovers to guess their true flavor—was it pineapple? Vanilla cream? Something entirely new?
Released as a limited promotion in 2012, each package contained the same mystery flavor, but Hershey’s never officially revealed what it was. Internet theories ranged from marshmallow to coconut to birthday cake, with heated arguments erupting on candy forums.
7. Twizzlers Caramel Apple Filled Twists
Fall festival flavors trapped in candy form! These autumn-inspired treats featured a green apple-flavored twist with gooey caramel filling that captured the essence of the seasonal fairground favorite without the sticky chin.
Launched as a limited fall edition around 2015, these treats brilliantly balanced tart apple with buttery caramel notes. The outer shell was slightly firmer than regular Twizzlers, creating a satisfying bite before reaching the molten caramel center.
8. Twizzlers Filled Bites
Flavor bombs disguised as innocent candy pieces! Unlike their Twerpz cousins, these bite-sized morsels contained explosive filling that burst upon chewing.
The contrast between the firm exterior and liquid-like center created a textural adventure that regular Twizzlers couldn’t match. Available in strawberry and cherry varieties around 2010, these treats came in resealable bags that promised freshness but actually enabled dangerous levels of snacking.
9. Twizzlers Sourz
Sweet-then-sour flavor warfare that challenged candy conventions! These psychedelic twists looked innocent enough until the delayed sour kick activated about five seconds into chewing, creating a flavor rollercoaster that left taste buds confused but delighted.
Released around 2009 as Twizzlers’ answer to the sour candy craze, these came in wild berry and apple flavors with a sour powder coating that intensified as you chewed. The packaging featured lightning bolts and puckered faces as warnings.
10. Twizzlers Pull ‘N’ Peel Raspberry, Wild Berry & Lemonade
Triple-threat flavor combination that revolutionized the Pull ‘N’ Peel universe! Unlike the classic cherry version, this limited-edition trio combined tart raspberry, tangy lemonade, and sweet wild berry strands in one magnificent twist that could be pulled apart or enjoyed together.
The color contrast alone made these visually striking—purple, yellow, and deep red strands twisted together like candy DNA. Released around 2010, they created unexpected flavor combinations depending on which strands you pulled apart or kept together.
11. Strawberry Smoothie Twizzlers
Breakfast-inspired candy indulgence that blurred the line between treat and health food! These lighter pink twists captured the creamy-fruity essence of an actual strawberry smoothie, complete with yogurt-like notes that made them seem almost virtuous.
Released during the early 2000s smoothie craze, these treats featured a more complex flavor profile than regular strawberry Twizzlers. The slightly milky undertone made them unique in the Twizzlers lineup—less candy-like and more dessert-inspired.
12. Orange & Black Cherry Pull ‘N’ Peel Halloween Twizzlers
Spooky season candy perfection that screamed Halloween from every twisted strand! These limited-edition treats featured orange and black cherry flavored ropes twisted together in perfect holiday colors—a candy trick-or-treat bag in single twist form.
Released exclusively for Halloween around 2012, these festive pulls combined tangy orange with deep black cherry flavors. The black strands actually looked properly black (not just dark purple), making them authentically Halloween-worthy.
13. Extra Long Bubble Gum Pull ‘N’ Peel Twizzlers
Candy innovation that defied categorization! These revolutionary hybrids started as Twizzlers but transformed into bubble gum after the licorice flavor dissolved.
At an impressive 16 inches long, they were twice the size of regular Twizzlers, providing extended chewing pleasure. Released around 2007 in bright pink packaging, these treats created playground legends about kids connecting multiple pieces to create candy jump ropes.
14. Twizzlers Green Apple Easter Grass
Holiday decoration you could actually eat! This brilliant product solved the perennial problem of plastic Easter grass by creating edible basket filler that tasted like tart green apples—a revolutionary concept that should have become a permanent spring tradition.
Released as a seasonal item in the early 2000s, these thin, shredded green apple-flavored strands came in a brick that expanded to fill an entire basket. Parents loved the no-cleanup aspect while kids enjoyed snacking on their basket decorations.