Quick answer
Keep NEW Gummy Mix soft by sealing the bag tightly after every handful and storing it in a cool, dry cupboard away from heat and sunlight. Press out excess air before sealing, and avoid the fridge.
Why gummy sweets dry out after opening
Once you open a bag of gummy sweets, they start losing moisture to the surrounding air. The softer the sweet, the faster this happens. NEW Gummy Mix combines soft gummy bears and juicy tropical sweets, so both textures benefit from limiting their exposure to air.
The enemies are simple: air, warmth, and moisture swings. A bag left folded open on a sunny counter will firm up faster than one sealed and tucked into a cupboard. You do not need special equipment, just a consistent routine.
When the fridge helps and when it hurts
A fridge feels like a safe place for food, but it is usually the wrong home for gummy sweets. Cold air is dry, and repeated opening and closing creates condensation. That can leave sweets sticky on the surface and hard underneath.
The exception is a very hot, humid kitchen where cupboard storage is impossible. In that case, keep the bag sealed inside an airtight container and let the sweets come to room temperature before eating. Do not put an open bag straight into the fridge.
How to store NEW Gummy Mix: step by step
- Seal the bag properly after every serving: Press the bag flat to push out excess air, then close the resealable seal along its full length. Run your fingers across the seal to check for gaps or trapped crumbs. A seal that looks closed can still let air in; always press out air first.
- Choose a cool, dry cupboard: Store the sealed bag in a cupboard away from the oven, kettle, radiator, or sunny windowsill. A steady room temperature is better than a spot that heats up during cooking. Avoid the area directly above or beside appliances that give off heat.
- Keep the bag off the fridge door: Do not store opened gummy mix in the fridge unless your kitchen is extremely hot and humid. If you must, place the sealed bag inside an airtight container and let sweets sit at room temperature before eating. Condensation from fridge temperature changes makes gummies sticky.
- Use a airtight container for longer storage: If the resealable bag is damaged or you want extra protection, transfer the sweets to a clean, dry airtight container. Line the container with baking paper if you want to avoid sticking. Only use a container that is completely dry inside.
- Check the sweets before each handful: Look for hard edges, clumping, or a sticky surface. If the sweets have firmed up, they are still safe to eat but will be chewier. A quick squeeze tells you whether the seal has been working. Texture is your earliest sign that moisture is escaping.
Product facts
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NEW Gummy Mix: NEW Gummy Mix contains 5 x Grizzly Bears and 5 x Tropical Wonder, both 100% vegan and gluten-free. Two different gummy textures in one bag mean you should seal the whole mix consistently, not just the softer pieces.
NEW Gummy Mix