Our Story
Here at Shriver’s, we perfected our Salt Water Taffy in 1898, just as taffy was becoming a hit in households all over the country. Because we believe great things should stay great, we have been dedicated to using the same recipe, same facility, and providing the same great quality that has been practiced by Shriver’s for over 100 years.
Shriver’s is the oldest business along the boardwalk in Ocean City, New Jersey. In 1959, Shriver’s was purchased by 4 brothers and today it is still owned and operated by the same family, three generations later. The legacy and family tradition of Shriver’s famous Salt Water Taffy still remains today.
All of us at Shriver’s would like to thank you for supporting this family business, and hope that you find the perfect treat for any occasion or craving you may have.
Taffy Facts
Although it may sound shocking to you, it is no surprise to us that our delicious taffy attracts over 2,000 people into our shop each day, between the months of June and August. If you have ever been one of them then it’s likely you’ve been elated by the 47+ flavors of taffy that we have to offer.
If you’re looking to bring a piece Ocean City Summertime to your home, you’re on the right site. We ship an average of 350 packages out each day during the first week in December, however, we will ship it to you, anywhere in the U.S., any time of the year!
We’ve Sold Over 1.1 Billion Pieces of Taffy!
Try it for yourself to see why our sensational Salt Water Taffy has been recognized by Food Network, Redbook, Travel Channel, Squawk Box, and Jeopardy.
We’ve Sold Over 1.1 Billion Pieces of Taffy!
Try it for yourself to see why our sensational Salt Water Taffy has been recognized by Food Network, Redbook, Travel Channel, Squawk Box, and Jeopardy.
FAQ
Why is it called salt water taffy?
Our most frequent question. It actually started in Atlantic City, New Jersey (we in Ocean City just made it better) with a man named Bradley. He had a taffy stand on the boardwalk back in the 1890s and one night the ocean decided to pay his taffy stand a little visit. We don’t know how much damage was done, but it was enough to put Mr. Bradley in a bad mood the next morning. So when a little girl asked for some taffy, he sarcastically called it “salt water taffy”. Luckily for Mr. Bradley, some female relations overheard his remark and recognized a catchy phrase when they heard one. Soon thereafter Mr. Bradley’s taffy became “Salt Water Taffy”, and that is how it all began.
Is there saltwater in salt water taffy?
No, there is no salt in our taffy (except for maybe a pinch in our peanut butter flavor). In fact, there is hardly any water.
My order is a gift: Will it be gift wrapped?
Just indicate when you’re placing an order that you’d like to have your gift wrapped, and we’ll be glad to do it for you, no charge. If it’s for a particular holiday or a birthday, feel free to ask what kind of wrapping paper we have available.
How do I know which flavor of Shriver’s Salt Water Taffy is which?
Well, just take a look at the chart below…
Traditional Flavors |
Flavor | Color |
Chocolate | Brown |
Vanilla | White |
Strawberry | Pink |
Grape | Purple |
Wintergreen | White with a Red & Green Stripe |
Lime | Green |
Banana | Yellow with an Orange Stripe |
Peppermint | White with 1 Red Stripe |
Molasses | Tan |
Licorice | Gray |
Teaberry | Pink with a Red Stripe |
Spearmint | White with a Green Stripe |
Orange | Orange |
Peanut Butter | Tan with a Brown Stripe |
Cinnamon | White with 2 Red Stripes |
Molasses Mint | Tan with a Green Stripe |
Lemon | Yellow |
Special Flavors |
Root Beer | White with a Brown Stripe |
Watermelon | Green with a Red Center |
Blue Raspberry | Blue |
Cremesicle | Orange with a White Center |
Sour Cherry | Pink with a Green Stripe |
Strawberry-Banana | Pink with a Yellow Center |
Chocolate Peanut Butter | Brown with a Yellow Stripe |
Coconut | White with a Purple Stripe |
Sour Apple | Green with a Red Stripe |
Peach | Orange with a Red Stripe |
Blueberry | Blue with a Green Stripe |
Bubblegum | Pink with a Blue Stripe |
Gourmet Flavors |
Tangerine | Orange with a Red & Green Stripe |
Mango | Red with an Orange Stripe |
Spicy Pumpkin | Orange with a Black Stripe |
White Chocolate | Creamy White |
White Chocolate Strawberry | White with a Pink Center |
French Vanilla | White with a Yellow Stripe |
White Cranberry | White with a Blue Stripe |
Chocolate Banana | Brown with Yellow Center |
Chocolate Coconut | Brown with Red Stripe |
Sweet Cherry | Pink with 2 Green Stripes |
Twisted Taffy |
Flippy Fruit | Orange, Yellow & Purple |
Super Smashing Sour | Orange, Green & Yellow |
Neopolitan Blownapart | Brown, White & Pink |
Oh So Very Berry | Blue with Pink Center |
PB ‘N Joy | Brown with Pink Center |
Lemon Sour Pucker Power | Yellow with Green Stripe |
Chocolate Covered Salt Water Taffy Flavors with Wrapper Colors |
Vanilla | Light Blue |
Orange | Orange |
Coconut | Dark Blue |
Peanut Butter | Pink |
Raspberry | Purple |
Cherry | Cherries on Wrapper |
Peppermint | Green |
Chocolate | Red |
Banana | Yellow |
Note: Not all flavors are available year ’round. All flavors are listed here for informational purposes.
Sugar Free Salt Water Taffy |
Banana | Yellow with Red Stripe |
Strawberry | Pink |
Peppermint | White with Red Stripe |
Chocolate | Brown |
Orange | Orange |
Vanilla | White |
Lime | Green |
Grape | Purple |
All Sugar Free Salt Water Taffy is marked as Sugar Free on the wrapper.
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