About Speach Family Candy Shoppe

Picture this: it’s 1920. Syracuse has just gone dry. Prohibition is in full swing, and indulgence is suddenly frowned upon. Enter M. Speach Candy Company. No, we didn’t serve alcohol—but we like to think our founder, an Italian immigrant with a love for life’s pleasures, had a few thoughts about giving people back a little joy. More than a century later, that spirit still guides us. At Speach Family Candy Shoppe, we believe in treating yourself. In nostalgia. In whimsy. In honoring your sweet and salty cravings and embracing your inner child. Candy isn’t just candy—it’s a moment of happiness. We’re proudly family-owned, blending tradition with innovation. Our shelves hold over 450 products, from old-fashioned favorites to bold, modern creations. Everything is made in small batches using high-quality ingredients, ensuring the same care whether you’re buying one treat or forty cases. We take quality seriously—but never ourselves. Humor, heart, and a little mischief are baked into everything we do (don’t worry, not literally). After 106 years, we’re still here to remind you: life is sweeter when you savor it.Read their story