First made1954
Made by thenNello Ferrara, Ferrara Pan Candy Company, Chicago
Made by nowFerrara Candy Company
StatusStill made
TypeHard and tangy candy
What it is
A big, hard, fiery cinnamon jawbreaker.
The story
- 1954: first made by Nello Ferrara, Ferrara Pan Candy Company, Chicago.
Fun facts
- Invented in 1954 by Nello Ferrara.
Is Atomic Fireball still made?
Yes. Atomic Fireball is still made, by Ferrara Candy Company. Look for it at candy shops that stock old-fashioned candy, or search for Atomic Fireball on Amazon.
If you like Atomic Fireball
- Jolly Rancher (1949): Hard, glassy, intensely fruity candies.
- Smarties (1949): Rolls of small, chalky, tangy tablets in six pastel colors.
- Lemonhead (1962): Round lemon candy with a sweet coating, a sour layer and a hard center.
- SweeTarts (1962): Sweet and sour pressed tablets.
See every candy from the 1950s or all hard and tangy candy.
Frequently asked questions
When did Atomic Fireball come out?
Atomic Fireball was first made in 1954, by Nello Ferrara, Ferrara Pan Candy Company, Chicago.
Who makes Atomic Fireball now?
Ferrara Candy Company.
Is Atomic Fireball discontinued?
No. Atomic Fireball is still made by Ferrara Candy Company.
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Checked October 22, 2026. Atomic Fireball is a trademark of its owner; this page is not connected to the maker. How we check our facts.
