Jolly Ranchers are made by The Hershey Company, a well-known American multinational confectionery corporation. Hershey acquired the Jolly Rancher brand in 1996 when it purchased the Jolly Rancher Company, which was originally founded in 1949 in Golden, Colorado.

Jolly Ranchers are famous for their hard candy, which comes in a variety of bold and fruity flavors, such as cherry, watermelon, green apple, grape, and blue raspberry. The brand has expanded over the years to include other candy products like gummies, lollipops, and even flavored drinks.