Caramel Maker Annie B’s, B.T. McElrath Chocolatier Form Partnership

Annie B’s, a maker of caramels and popcorn, and B.T. McElrath Chocolatier have announced a merger between the two award-winning gourmet confections.

According to news reports, Annie B’s purchased B.T. McElrath for a undisclosed amount and will create an umbrella company for the two brands.

 Through this newly formed union, Annie B’s and B.T. McElrath Chocolatier will continue to provide high quality, handcrafted excellence that customers have come to expect. And customers can look forward to innovative and delicious new products from both brands. 

Annie B’s Owner Amanda Henke said: “This is such an exciting time for us. Right now we’re taking some time to share knowledge of our products and get to know each other. Both brands offer superior products, amazing customer service and strong production teams. We’re very eager for the future and can’t wait to bring the best of both worlds together.” 

Brian McElrath, founder of B.T. McElrath, added, "The chocolates and caramels are the perfect pair. This is also true of the long tradition of premium quality for which the two companies are known, and bringing them together is brilliant. I'm overjoyed to be working with Amanda and Justin and see no limit to what the future holds in store."

Annie B’s, a small, family-owned caramel and popcorn company, is located in Kellogg, Minn., with a 30-year tradition of making delicious handcrafted caramels and popcorn. Handcrafted the old fashioned way, each individually wrapped caramel is slow cooked in copper pots through small-batch cooking. Annie B’s caramels are available by the piece, in 10 piece bags, 16 piece bags, box sets, canisters and gift sets.   The company also produceds gourmet popcorn in flavors such as sea salt, original caramel, sharp cheddar, jalapeño cheddar and triple treat. 

For nearly 20 years, Minnesota-based B.T. McElrath Chocolatier has been a pioneer in gourmet artisan chocolate. Its chef-driven approach to chocolate, featuring unique ingredients such as balsamic vinegar and Zinfandel wine, has been a perfect complement to the growing global food movement. B.T. McElrath serves an audience that appreciates fine ingredients and innovative flavor profiles. 

B.T. McElrath offers chocolate bars, mini bites and truffles. Committed to sustainability and local sourcing, many of the ingredients are obtained through local vendors, including sustainable dairies and contain no artificial ingredients or preservatives.