First made1950
Made by thenBob Born, Just Born
Made by nowJust Born
StatusStill made
TypeJellies and gummies
What it is
Chewy cinnamon candies, the spicy cousin of Mike and Ike.
The story
- 1950: first made by Bob Born, Just Born.
Fun facts
- The top-selling cinnamon candy in 1999.
Are Hot Tamales still made?
Yes. Hot Tamales are still made, by Just Born. Look for it at candy shops that stock old-fashioned candy, or search for Hot Tamales on Amazon.
If you like Hot Tamales
- Dots (1945): Chewy, fruity gumdrops in cherry, lemon, lime, orange and strawberry.
- Swedish Fish (1957): Chewy, fish-shaped candies.
- Mike and Ike (1940): Chewy, oblong fruit candies in cherry, strawberry, orange, lemon and lime.
- Chuckles (1921): Five sugar-coated jelly candies in a row: lime, orange, cherry, lemon and licorice.
See every candy from the 1950s or all jellies and gummies.
Frequently asked questions
When did Hot Tamales come out?
Hot Tamales were first made in 1950, by Bob Born, Just Born.
Who makes Hot Tamales now?
Just Born.
Are Hot Tamales discontinued?
No. Hot Tamales are still made by Just Born.
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Checked October 22, 2026. Hot Tamales is a trademark of its owner; this page is not connected to the maker. How we check our facts.
