Two Upstate New York Candy Shops Named Among Best in U.S.

Life in Upstate New York has always been a little sweeter, and now it’s official - two candy shops in the Upstate area are getting attention on a national level as they clinch top spots in America’s best candy shop rankings.

Saratoga Chocolate Company in Saratoga Springs snagged the title of the third-best chocolate shop in the country, as voted by readers of USA Today. This woman-owned shop is a chocolate lover’s dream, offering a wide range of chocolate bars and gourmet treats in flavors ranging from traditional creamy milk chocolate to funky combinations like green tea and sugared violets. With a cozy cafe feeling, this spot is a must-visit for all things chocolate.

Heading southeast on I-87 will put you at Samuel’s Sweet Shop in Rhinebeck, a charming local hotspot loved by both locals and visitors. Owned by Paul Rudd and Jeffrey Dean Morgan, this candy store and coffee shop is a treasure trove of goodies, featuring an array of popular candies alongside rare finds handpicked by the owners.

By the way, if the name Paul Rudd sounds familiar, it's because he's an actor who you know from the dozens of movies he's appeared in. And his partner? Well, you know  Jeffrey Dean Morgan, also an actor, from a variety of movies and TV shows but most likely for his role as the character Negan in the show “The Walking Dead.”

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Both Saratoga Chocolate Company and Samuel’s Sweet Shop are not just your average candy stores – they are helping to highlight that Upstate New York is filled with unique flavors and creative treats that bring joy to people of all ages.