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Chicago' s favorite Halloween candy

Photo: Justin Kaufmann/Axios A recent study of declared Illinois a Sour Patch Kids zone.And for once, a statewide generalization may be on to something. Both Monica and Justin do harbor a soft — and sour — spot for the chewy treats. But what are our all-time favorite Chicago Halloween candies? Monica's pick: When I was a kid and the little old ladies (heck, I'm probably their age now) at church held out a handful of , I always chose the — pure chewy, creamy and coconutty deliciousness. Justin's pick: I love staying local!Heath Bars were not only manufactured in downstate Robinson but were also there!Another local go-to has to be Lemonheads. The sign for still hovers over 290 off Harlem Avenue. Here's the candy our readers keep for themselves when sorting out their kids' bounty: Mary Lynn N.: "My Halloween favorite was the full-size six piece Bit-O-Honey bar that seemed reserved for trick-or-treating." "Honey flavored taffy with almond bits to chew or suck. Yum." Ken B.: "Since you mentioned local companies, the Willy Wonka Brands company located in Itasca made Nerds, Gobstoppers, Runts, Wacky Wafers, and Tart & Tiny candy." Colleen M.: "Remember those black and orange wrapped peanut butter taffies? Yummmmmmo." Leah N.: "I like candy corn but lately I've moved on to the pumpkins that are similar. They're the best." Michael M.: "The Snickers bar. I’m handing out the full size bars this year." Paul M.: "Best Halloween candy is by far the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup. I've polled my classes over the years and by far it's the most popular." Liz S.: "Hershey bars and Milky Ways are our favorite here!" Mike C.: "Twix is my favorite. Also enjoy Pay Day, Peanut M&Ms, and Reese's cups (or pumpkins)." Dorothy V.: "For me, nothing beats the dark chocolate/coconut/almond combo of the Almond Joy." Get more local stories in your inbox with .Subscribe Support local journalism by becoming a member.

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