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Chocolate candies · 1960s

Sixlets

Little round, candy-shelled chocolate-flavored balls in a cellophane tube. First made by 1960 by Leaf Brands.

Still made by 1960

By Original Candy House editors · Updated · How we check our facts

SixletsBY1960STILL MADE
Our illustration, not the real wrapper.
First madeby 1960
Made by thenLeaf Brands
Made by nowOak Leaf Confections (made by Ganong in New Brunswick, Canada)
StatusStill made
TypeChocolate candies

What it is

Little round, candy-shelled chocolate-flavored balls in a cellophane tube.

The story

  • by 1960: first made by Leaf Brands.

Fun facts

  • One theory is that the name comes from being sold six for a penny.
  • Made since at least 1960.

Are Sixlets still made?

Yes. Sixlets are still made, by Oak Leaf Confections (made by Ganong in New Brunswick, Canada). Look for it at candy shops that stock old-fashioned candy, or search for Sixlets on Amazon.

If you like Sixlets

  • Junior Mints (1949): Small rounds of creamy mint filling in a semisweet chocolate coating, with a dimple on one side.
  • Whoppers (1949): Light, crunchy malted milk balls with a chocolate-flavored coating, about three quarters of an inch across.
  • York Peppermint Pattie (1940): A soft, cool peppermint center in dark chocolate.
  • Mallo Cup (after 1936): A milk chocolate cup filled with whipped coconut marshmallow cream.

See every candy from the 1960s or all chocolate candies.

Frequently asked questions

When did Sixlets come out?

Sixlets were first made by 1960, by Leaf Brands.

Who makes Sixlets now?

Oak Leaf Confections (made by Ganong in New Brunswick, Canada).

Are Sixlets discontinued?

No. Sixlets are still made by Oak Leaf Confections (made by Ganong in New Brunswick, Canada).

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Sources

Checked October 22, 2026. Sixlets is a trademark of its owner; this page is not connected to the maker. How we check our facts.

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