Just off Highway 169 in the small town of Jordan sits a place that’s part candy store, part time machine, and 100% Minnesota magic. Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store is a bright yellow barn bursting with retro sweets, quirky soda flavors, and enough fun surprises to make even the most serious adult feel like a kid again.
A Candy Wonderland With Endless Aisles
The moment you step inside, you’re greeted with rows and rows of candy — not just the usual favorites, but rare and hard-to-find treats from decades past. Think Zotz, wax bottles, candy buttons, Charleston Chews, and just about every flavor of licorice you can imagine.
There are entire sections devoted to international sweets, movie-themed treats, and seasonal goodies. Whether you’re looking for a taste of childhood or something totally new, chances are it’s hiding somewhere inside this colorful maze of sugar.
Hundreds of Unique Sodas
One of the shop’s most jaw-dropping features is its wall of soda. From classic root beer to flavors like bacon, peanut butter, and cucumber, the variety is staggering. Many of the sodas are bottled by small, independent producers — and some are so strange you’ll want to try them just for the story.
Grab a few to take home, or mix and match to build your own six-pack of weird and wonderful drinks.
More Than Just Candy
In addition to sweets and sodas, the shop offers puzzles, nostalgic toys, comic books, specialty popcorn, jerky, local honey, fresh baked pies, and even gluten-free and sugar-free options. There’s also an on-site bakery that churns out fresh apple pies and fudge daily — the smell alone is worth the visit.
You’ll also find quirky themed sections like a British food aisle, Star Wars displays, and funhouse-style décor that turns shopping into an experience all its own.
A Seasonal Stop With Serious Charm
Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store is open seasonally from spring through late fall. Weekends can get busy, but the store moves fast and the energy only adds to the experience. It’s a favorite pit stop for road-trippers heading to the southern Twin Cities or out to the Minnesota River Valley.
While it’s a candy store at heart, it’s also become a beloved local attraction, with something new to discover every time you visit.
A Sweet Escape Into Pure Fun
Whether you’re chasing nostalgia, introducing your kids to old-school treats, or just looking for something different on your next Minnesota adventure, Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store is pure delight. It’s colorful, chaotic, and totally unforgettable — the kind of place where your sweet tooth meets your inner child.
