Dots Assorted Gumdrops

Dots Assorted Fruit Gumdrops are an iconic American confectionery brand with a history dating back to the mid-20th century. Originally launched in 1945 by the Mason Candy Company (Mason, Au & Magenheimer) in New York, they were introduced as a fruit-flavored successor to the black licorice-flavored Crows. The brand quickly became a staple in movie theaters and candy aisles across North America.

In 1972, the brand was acquired by Tootsie Roll Industries, which significantly expanded its production and distribution. Today, the product is primarily manufactured at the Tootsie Roll Industries plant in Chicago, Illinois, where over four billion individual gumdrops are produced annually. The brand is famous for being vegan-friendly and free from common allergens like gluten, nuts, and peanuts.

Ownership of the brand remains with Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc., which is a publicly-traded company (NYSE: TR) but continues to be largely controlled by the Gordon family. As of 2026, Ellen Rubin Gordon remains a central figure in the company's leadership, maintaining the family-run culture that has defined the brand's operations for decades.