Reese’s Recipe Debate Heats Up After Hershey Confirms Ingredient Swap
The grandson of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups founder, Brad Reese, has accused The Hershey Co. of "ruining" Reese's by switching to cheaper ingredients like compound coatings and peanut créme. While Hershey confirmed recipe changes, citing innovation and rising cocoa prices, Reese argues it compromises the brand's quality and trust. He expressed his disappointment in a letter to Hershey's corporate brand manager, emphasizing his 25-year dedication to protecting the Reese's brand integrity.
Hershey’s addresses claims that company changed Reese’s recipe
The grandson of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups inventor, H.B. Reese, has accused Hershey of replacing quality ingredients with cheaper alternatives in many Reese's products. While Hershey stated that the original Reese's Peanut Butter Cups recipe remains unchanged, it acknowledged making recipe adjustments for other Reese's innovations to meet consumer demand and address high cocoa prices. The grandson, Brad Reese, expressed his disappointment and skepticism regarding the claim that quality has been maintained across the brand.
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Reese's grandson slams Hershey over 'inedible' recipe changes: Does the internet agree?
The grandson of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups inventor, Brad Reese, has criticized The Hershey Co. for allegedly altering the candy's original recipe by using cheaper ingredients like compound coatings and peanut-butter-style crèmes. Hershey defends its "innovation" while consumers on social media largely agree with Reese, lamenting a perceived decline in quality and flavor and even opting for competitor brands. The dispute highlights industry practices of using labels like "chocolate candy" to bypass federal definitions for "milk chocolate."
Brad Reese, grandson of Reese's inventor, claims Hershey altered ingredients in some products
Brad Reese, grandson of H.B. Reese, has accused Hershey of changing ingredients in some Reese's products, claiming it negatively impacts the taste. Specifically, he noted that spin-off products like Reese's Hearts use "chocolate candy and peanut butter crème" instead of milk chocolate and peanut butter. Hershey acknowledges some recipe adjustments for new product lines, but maintains that the original Reese's Peanut Butter Cups remain unchanged.
Reese's creator's grandson accuses Hershey of changing recipe
The grandson of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups inventor H.B. Reese, Brad Reese, has publicly accused The Hershey Company of altering the original recipe by using cheaper ingredients like compound coatings and peanut butter-style crème. Reese argued this change puts the brand's legacy at risk. Hershey, however, has denied these claims, stating that their "iconic Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups are made the same way they always have been," while also acknowledging that recipe adjustments are made for new product variations to maintain the core chocolate and peanut butter essence.
Grandson of the creator of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups accuses Hershey of 'diluting' ingredients
The grandson of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups creator, Brad Reese, has accused The Hershey Company of "diluting" its classic candy recipes by using substitute ingredients in some products, contradicting the long-standing advertisement of milk chocolate and real peanut butter. Hershey stated that while the original Peanut Butter Cups remain unchanged, formula adjustments are made for new product variations to protect the brand's essence. This controversy arises as Hershey prepares for a biopic about its founder, Milton Hershey, and after financial analysts questioned the company's "margin engineering" strategies.
Does Hershey own Reese's? Why Reese calls some treats 'not edible'
The grandson of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups inventor H.B. Reese has accused Hershey of downgrading the quality of its chocolate and ingredients, specifically in its Reese's products. Brad Reese wrote a letter to Hershey's leadership and posted on LinkedIn, criticizing the company for allegedly replacing the original ingredients that built the brand's trust. Hershey responded by stating it occasionally adjusts recipes to expand product lines while aiming to protect the core essence of Reese's.
Grandson Of Reese's Inventor Slams Hershey, Calls Recent Holiday Chocolates 'Not Edible'
The grandson of Reese's inventor, Brad Reese, has publicly criticized The Hershey Company for allegedly altering the classic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups recipe, claiming recent holiday chocolates were "not edible." He states that the company is replacing milk chocolate with compound coatings and peanut butter with "peanut-butter-style crèmes," jeopardizing consumer trust. Hershey's responded by asserting their iconic cups are made the same way, while acknowledging recipe adjustments for new product lines.
Hershey faces backlash over recipe changes from grandson of Reese’s inventor
The grandson of Reese's inventor, Brad Reese, has criticized The Hershey Co. for allegedly using cheaper ingredients like compound coatings and peanut crème in some Reese's products, claiming it hurts the brand's quality and trust. While Hershey acknowledges some recipe adjustments to meet consumer demand for innovation and due to high cocoa prices, it maintains that classic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups remain unchanged. Brad Reese expressed disappointment, citing a recent experience with Reese's Mini Hearts made with "chocolate candy" instead of milk chocolate.
Do Reese’s taste different? Hershey Company responds to allegations
The grandson of Reese's inventor, Brad Reese, has accused The Hershey Company of changing the original recipe for Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, alleging they've replaced milk chocolate with "compound coatings" and peanut butter with "peanut-butter-style-crèmes." Hershey, however, refutes these claims, stating that their iconic Reese's are made the same way they always have been, using fresh peanuts and milk chocolate, though they admit to making "recipe adjustments" for new shapes, sizes, and innovations like holiday-specific Reese's. The company provided a current ingredient list, which includes milk chocolate and peanuts, alongside other additives.
Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup inventor’s grandson accuses Hershey’s of hurting candy’s legacy
The grandson of H.B. Reese, inventor of the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup, has accused Hershey's of diluting the brand by using cheaper ingredients. Brad Reese wrote a letter to Hershey's claiming that recent products, like Reese’s Mini Hearts, substituted "chocolate candy and peanut butter crème" for milk chocolate and peanut butter, making them inedible. Hershey's maintains that while some ingredient adjustments are made for new product lines, the core essence of Reese's is protected, and consumer testing prevents negative impact, a claim Reese disputes based on public feedback.
Some Reese’s Treats Drop the Milk Chocolate. Mr. Reese Disapproves.
Hershey's has changed the recipes for some Reese's candy, including Valentine's Day Mini Hearts and Peanut Butter Eggs, by replacing milk chocolate with a chocolate-flavored coating due to high cocoa prices. Brad Reese, grandson of the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup inventor, expressed his disapproval and embarrassment over these changes. He stated he had to throw out the candy because it wasn't real milk chocolate.
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Grandson of Reese's Peanut Butter Cup inventor accuses Hershey of "quietly replacing" ingredients
The grandson of Reese's Peanut Butter Cup inventor, Brad Reese, has accused The Hershey Co. of "quietly replacing" the iconic candy's key ingredients, milk chocolate and peanut butter, with compound coatings and peanut butter-style crème. He claims these changes have negatively impacted the brand's quality and consumer trust, despite Hershey stating that Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are made the same way and defending recipe adjustments for new product innovations. Reese argues that these ingredient substitutions, particularly in newer items like Mini Hearts, compromise the original quality and flavor that made his grandfather's invention famous.
'Not edible': Reese's grandson accuses Hershey of ruining iconic peanut butter cup
The grandson of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups inventor, Brad Reese, has publicly criticized The Hershey Co., claiming they've ruined the iconic candy by changing its recipe with cheaper ingredients, making it "not edible." He expressed his disappointment, recalling how he used to eat a Reese's product daily. Hershey, while acknowledging some recipe adjustments for product variations, maintains that the core Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are still made with milk chocolate and peanut butter, and extensive consumer testing precedes any changes.
Do Reese’s taste different? Hershey Company responds to allegations
The grandson of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups' inventor, Brad Reese, has publicly accused The Hershey Company of changing the original recipe by replacing milk chocolate with "compound coatings" and peanut butter with "peanut-butter-style-crèmes." Hershey Company, however, denies the allegations, stating that their iconic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are made the same way they always have been, confirming that only "recipe adjustments" are made for new shapes, sizes, and innovations, like holiday-specific Reese’s which do taste different. The company lists the current ingredients including milk chocolate, peanuts, sugar, dextrose, salt, and preservatives.
Do Reese’s taste different? Hershey Company responds to allegations
The grandson of Reese's inventor, Brad Reese, has publicly accused The Hershey Company of changing the original recipe of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, claiming milk chocolate and real peanut butter have been replaced with cheaper alternatives. The Hershey Company denies altering the iconic recipe for its standard cups, stating they are made the same way as always, but acknowledges making "recipe adjustments" for holiday-specific shapes and product line extensions. Ingredients listed for the original cups include milk chocolate and peanuts, while holiday eggs are noted to be "nearly the same" but specify artificial vanillin.
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Grandson of the inventor of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups accuses Hershey of cutting corners
The grandson of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups inventor has accused The Hershey Co. of compromising the brand by using cheaper ingredients like compound coatings and peanut crème in several products, although the original Peanut Butter Cups remain unchanged. Brad Reese claims some newer and re-formulated products now lack the quality of milk chocolate and peanut butter. Hershey acknowledges some recipe adjustments for innovation and to adapt to market needs but maintains the classic Reese's Peanut Butter Cups recipe is consistent.
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General Mills Stock Down 7%, Guidance Lowered on Demand Pressure
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Fifth Third Bancorp Sells 4,675 Shares of Hershey Company (The) $HSY
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General Mills Cuts 2026 Outlook As GLP 1 Trends Reshape Demand
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Hershey Co. responds to allegations of ingredient changes from grandson of Reese's founder
The Hershey Company has issued a statement addressing online allegations made by the grandson of H.B. Reese, who claimed that the ingredients for Reese's Peanut Butter Cups have been changed. While the grandson alleged that milk chocolate has been replaced with compound coatings and peanut butter with "peanutbutterstyle crèmes," Hershey Co. maintains that its iconic Reese's Cups still use their unique peanut butter combined with milk chocolate. The company noted that recipe adjustments are made over time to accommodate new product shapes and innovations, but always preserve the core chocolate and peanut butter essence.
Creator’s Grandson Calls Out Hershey Over Reese’s Recipe Changes
The grandson of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups inventor, Brad Reese, has publicly criticized Hershey for allegedly changing the original recipe by using cheaper alternative ingredients. He claims the company is replacing milk chocolate with compound coatings and peanut butter with peanut-butter-style crèmes. Hershey defended its product development, stating that recipe adjustments allow for new product line expansions while maintaining the essence of Reese's.
Grandson of Reese’s inventor accuses Hershey of quietly swapping out original ingredients
Brad Reese, grandson of Reese's Peanut Butter Cup inventor H.B. Reese, has accused The Hershey Company of replacing original ingredients with inferior alternatives. In a letter to Hershey's communications manager and in a phone interview, Reese claims the company is using compound coatings instead of milk chocolate and peanut butter cremes instead of peanut butter. Hershey has not commented, though candy manufacturers often adjust recipes due to rising cocoa prices, which can lead to products no longer qualifying as "milk chocolate" under U.S. standards.
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Hershey blasted by Reese’s family over core ingredient changes
Brad Reese, grandson of Reese's founder Harry Burnett Reese, has publicly criticized The Hershey Company for allegedly replacing core ingredients like milk chocolate and real peanut butter in Reese’s products with compound coatings and peanut-butter-style crémes. In an open letter, Reese argues that these changes threaten the brand's heritage, consumer trust, and Hershey's narrative of quality, suggesting the shift is due to "brand governance" rather than supply chain issues. This criticism comes at a delicate time for Hershey, as Reese’s is a flagship brand in its portfolio.
Hershey's chocolate gold medals celebrate 2026 Winter Olympics: How to get one
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Vita Coco (COCO) To Report Earnings Tomorrow: Here Is What To Expect
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Did Smucker’s New Centralized Leadership Structure Quietly Recast Its Long‑Term Strategy (SJM)?
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Hormel Appoints New Supply Chain VP
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Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. Sells 21,596 Shares of US Foods Holding Corp. $USFD
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Hungry to Grow Your Portfolio? These Food & Beverage ETFs May Help
This article compares two food and beverage ETFs, Invesco Food & Beverage ETF (PBJ) and First Trust Nasdaq Food & Beverage ETF (FTXG), for investors looking to grow their portfolios. It highlights their differences in expense ratios, dividend yields, risk, and long-term performance, noting PBJ's superior five-year return despite FTXG's higher dividend yield. The article suggests that while FTXG offers a slightly higher dividend yield, PBJ has demonstrated stronger long-term growth and higher quarterly payouts due to its fund price.
4,986 Shares in Hershey Company (The) $HSY Bought by Caprock Group LLC
Caprock Group LLC has acquired 4,986 shares of Hershey Company (HSY) in Q3, valued at approximately $923,000, contributing to the 57.96% institutional ownership of the company. Despite recent insider purchases, insiders own only 0.28% of the stock, and the company has recently increased its quarterly dividend to $1.452 per share. Hershey reported strong earnings, beating analyst estimates, and provided positive FY2026 guidance.
