Jel Sert is a US-based company that produces and distributes beverages, freezer bars, desserts, and ingredient systems. The company is best known for its powdered drink mix brand 'Jolly Rancher' and its freezer bar brand 'Otter Pops'.
- The company was founded in 1926 in Chicago, Illinois by Leonard Japp Sr. as a gelatin dessert company.
- In the 1960s, the company expanded its product portfolio to include powdered drink mixes and freezer bars.
- In the 1980s, the company introduced Ice Pops and Rositas, which became one of the top-selling Hispanic frozen juice brands in the US.
- In 2004, the company acquired the Otter Pops brand of freezer bars.
- In recent years, Jel Sert has focused on developing healthier versions of its frozen treats and has expanded its product line to include ingredient systems for foodservice and private label customers.
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Jel Sert products can be found at most major grocery stores and online retailers.
Yes, all Jel Sert freezer bars are gluten-free.
Yes, Jel Sert has a division that specializes in creating ingredient systems for foodservice and private label customers.
Jel Sert offers a range of products, some of which are healthier options than others. They have a line of low-calorie and low-sugar products for those looking for healthier options.
The most popular flavor of Otter Pops varies by region, but some of the most popular flavors include strawberry, blue raspberry, and green apple.