Jelly Beans have a rich, intricate history that relates to both the ancient, jelly-centered Turkish Delights and the 17th century creation, candy-coated Jordan almonds. At what point or how the two merged into the sweet, brightly flavored jelly beans of today is anyone’s guess. Could it have been as simple as pure luck? Speaking of luck, Trader Joe’s Gourmet Jelly Beans come from a wee candy factory nestled in the Irish countryside. These colorful Beans are made just for us using fruit and vegetable extracts for color. They’re bright with naturally vibrant, sweet flavors and 18 distinct profiles, from pomegranate to pink grapefruit. Close your eyes and take a lucky guess on which flavor is which; or combine two or three Beans to mix flavors like strawberry & banana or coconut & lemon. You have plenty Gourmet variations to choose from. Our Jelly Beans are flavored through and through, so you get more flavor in every bean. Lucky indeed.