Food News and Trends Sour Patch Kids Is Bringing back a Fan-Favorite Flavor Because love can be sour and sweet, too. By Bailey Fink Bailey Fink Bailey Fink is a devout home cook and a news editor at Allrecipes, covering everything from exciting product releases to the newest TikTok trends and why food tastes better at certain restaurants. In her time at Allrecipes, she has researched and written hundreds of articles on a variety of topics, including how-to guides, food news and trends, and product reviews. Allrecipes' editorial guidelines Published on February 2, 2024 Close Photo: Dotdash Meredith/Janet Maples It’s no surprise that candies like chocolates and truffles get most of the attention on Valentine’s Day. Those heart-shaped boxes make a great gift—plus, what’s more indulgent than decadent chocolate? We here at Allrecipes, however, think that all candy deserves a chance to shine. So, bring on the bright pink M&M’s, cheesy conversation hearts, and all the adorable gummies you can find. We’ll even give bonus points to the candies that are a little bit outside of the traditional Valentine’s Day box. Anything can be pink and heart-shaped, so, of course, black hearts would catch our eye in the candy aisle. Sour Patch Kids Brings Back Sour Hearts Sour Patch Kids And, yes, those black heart candies are a real thing, thanks to the minds behind Sour Patch Kids. We all know that Sour Patch Kids’ motto is first sour, then sweet, and that can be a pretty great representation of Valentine’s Day, too. So, if you’re looking for a little anti-celebration for Valentine’s Day this year, Sour Patch Kids has you covered with its returning flavor. For the second year, Sour Patch Kids is bringing back its Black Raspberry Sour Hearts. The dark hearts come in a black box with two naughty Sour Patch Kids fighting over your broken heart. The candies are available in a giftable heart-shaped box or a classic theater box at major retailers nationwide. While the Sour Hearts make the perfect addition to any anti-Valentine’s Day party, if you want to share the actual love this Feb. 14, Sour Patch Kids has options for you as well. The brand is also bringing back its regular Hearts, featuring red berry and strawberry gummies, for the holiday. Sour Patch Kids Hearts are available in a 10-ounce bag, theater box, and new multipack box with 20 treat-sized bags at stores nationwide. Finally, the brand also sells its traditional Sour Patch Kids and Watermelon candy in giftable heart-shaped boxes for Valentine’s Day. No matter if your view on the love-filled holiday is sour or sweet, we're here to assure you that your candy options will never let you down. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit