M&M's Minis

M&M's Minis are a smaller version of the iconic candy-coated chocolate treat. The M&M's brand originated in the United States in 1941, created by Forrest Mars Sr. and Bruce Murrie. The concept was inspired by soldiers eating chocolate pellets with a hard sugar shell that prevented melting in warm climates.

Today, the brand is owned by Mars, Incorporated, one of the world's largest privately held food and pet care companies. While the brand has its roots in Newark, New Jersey, it is now a global powerhouse. Manufacturing for the European market primarily takes place in France and Poland, though global production spans across North America and other regions to meet demand. The specific packaging shown, including French and Dutch text, is typical for products distributed in Western Europe.