Flavouring for Hard Candy & Lollipops

Whether you are making hard candy or lollipops at home, or you're an established confectionist requiring commercial quantities, Universal Flavours has what you need to create a truly unique flavour.

We have over 800 flavours! Do you know them all?

Create bold, delicious hard candies and lollipops using premium flavour concentrates from Universal Flavours.

Our food-safe, highly concentrated flavours are perfect for high-temperature candy-making — offering vibrant taste without affecting your candy’s texture or clarity.

1. Prepare Your Candy Base

In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, combine:

• 2 cups sugar
• 2/3 cup light corn syrup
• 3/4 cup water

Stir until sugar dissolves, then stop stirring. Clip on your candy thermometer and let it boil until it reaches 150°C (300°F) — the hard crack stage.

2. Add Flavour and Colour

Once the mixture reaches 150°C, immediately remove from heat. Let the bubbling settle briefly, then quickly add:

• 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of flavour concentrate (per batch)
• Food colouring, if desired

Stir quickly but carefully. The mixture is extremely hot! Adding flavour concentrates (that are not oil soluble) to mixtures above 150°C can cause flavour degradation.

3. Pour Into Moulds

Pour the hot syrup into lightly greased candy moulds or onto a silicone mat. Add lollipop sticks if desired. Let cool completely (about 30 minutes).

4. Wrap and Store

Once cooled and set, wrap candies in cellophane or store in airtight containers to avoid moisture.

• Extremely Potent: A small amount gives a powerful flavour.
• Wide Range: Fruity, spicy, dessert, and novelty flavours.
• Food-Grade Quality: Trusted by professionals and artisans alike.

Ready to craft your own lollipops and hard candies? Explore our full range of candy-friendly flavour concentrates at universalflavours.com.au and bring your sweets to life with amazing taste!