Happy National Fudge Day. No better way to celebrate than with #MackinacIsland #Fudge #PureMichigan

1. 15 things I
LEARNED
this week about
Mackinac Island
FUDGE
Dianna Stampfler

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June 16 is National Fudge Day!
Mackinac Island is home a dozen fudge shops
within a 3.8 square mile radius. Fudge
makers ship in about 10 tons of sugar per week
(80% of which comes from Michigan) and 10
tons of butter per year to make fudge. In peak
season, 10,000 pounds of fudge leave the island
each DAY!
SOURCE: www.MackinacIsland.org
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Original Murdick’s Fudge…a Michigan Centennial business
In 1887, Mackinac Island’s first candy shop opened as
Murdick’s Candy Kitchen. Today, the Original Murdick’s
Fudge celebrates 128 years of proud service the island
visitors. In one week, Murdick’s Fudge uses 200 pounds
of butter, 200 gallons of cream and 5,000 pounds of
sugar delivered six days a week by horse-drawn carriage.
SOURCE: www.originalmurdicksfudge.com
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Joann’s Fudge – a Mackinac Island tradition since 1969
Joan and Frank Nephew opened the first Joann's
Fudge Store on Mackinac Island in 1969, next to
the old McNally Cottage. One year later, a second
Location opened in a historic building in the
center of downtown and in 1980 a third location
was added in Mackinaw City. Today, Joann's Fudge
is a third generation family business.
SOURCE: www.joannsfudge.com
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During the Depression, sugar rationing meant fudge rationing
May’s Fudge business started in 1881 in Atchison, Kansas
before eventually migrating up to Mackinac Island. Harold
May, came to the island in the 1930s to work for
Murdick’s. During WWII sugar rationing, Harold May
decided to only make fudge in the mornings and open the
stores at noon every day, selling only 1 pound of fudge
per customer.
SOURCE: www.maysfudge.com
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Detroit Beer Company makes Sanders Chocolate Stout Beer
A dark, satisfying aroma and flavor of a fine Stout Ale
with the restrained richness and elegance of the hand-
selected cocoa used by Sanders Fine Chocolatiers in Detroit
since 1875. This traditional Irish style commercial stout with
about 1.5 pounds of pure process cocoa added in the
brewing process.
SOURCE: www.DetroitBeerCo.com
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Fudge…from Detroit to Mackinac Island
Sanders Chocolates was first opened by Fred
Sanders on June 17, 1875 in Detroit. Eventually,
there were more than 57 stores in the Great Lakes
Region (including Mackinac Island), selling candy,
fudge toppings and baked goods. In 2002 Morley
Candy Makers purchased the Sanders name and
original recipes to add to its own 1919 tradition.
SOURCE: www.sanderscandy.com
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Check in to Murray Hotel Fudge
Made fresh daily in the Murray fudge kitchen,
from May through October, this fudge maker
offers innovative new flavors each season to
tantalize your taste buds. Try s’mores, blueberry
cheesecake, vanilla chocolate chip, heath bar, tiger,
heavenly goo, coconut bonbon, butterfinger and
caramel apple pie. Located in the Murray Hotel.
SOURCE: www.mymurrayhotel.com
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Mackinac Island hosts an annual “Fudge Festival”
While fudge was not invented on Mackinac Island,
over time the two have become synonymous and
this fudge has become the most popular in
America. The festival (Aug 21-23, 2015) offers
Dining Under the Influence of Fudge, Fudge on
the Rocks, Michigan Craft Beer Tastings and
“Daddy, I Want the Golden Ticket” giveaway.
SOURCE: www.MackinacIsland.org
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There’s even a BOOK about Mackinac’s fudge history
This book highlights the personalities that molded the business
from the arrival of Henry Murdick in the late 19th century to
the dominance of the May family in the mid-20th century and
the marketing revolution started by Harry Ryba in the early
1960s. Phil Porter, Chief Curator and Fudge Taster at Mackinac
State Historic Parks, finds out why Mackinac and fudge go
together like horses and carriages.
SOURCE: www.mackinacparks.com
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A sweet scoop, with flavors of the island!
Michigan-based Hudsonville Ice Cream proudly produces
this Mackinac Island Fudge flavor, made with the best
Michigan’s famous island has to offer. If you want to
enjoy the Mackinac experience all year-round—a
tradition matched only by the island itself. Find this
flavor at Sadie’s Ice Cream Parlor inside the Grand Hotel
on Mackinac Island.
SOURCE: www.HudsonvilleIceCream.com
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Fudge flavor in a cup: Paramount Coffee
This rich, dark chocolate fudge flavor is a Michigan favorite!
“It's still the best coffee ever encountered!”
“Without a doubt, one of the most fabulous, intoxicating
coffee excursions ever.”
SOURCE: www.ParamountCoffee.com
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Beyond the island…
While most people think of Mackinac Island
when they hear the word FUDGE, the entire
Straits of Mackinac has a sweet spot for these
tasty treats…the perfect souvenir after a
Pure Michigan visit!
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Another Mackinac area tradition…the Marshall family!
Founder Jim Marshall was born and educated on
Mackinac Island and his ancestry dates back to the
early 1820s. In 1952, Jim, his wife Oradelle and their
son Dean opened their first candy store under the
name Marshall's Driftwood Fudge on the Island's
Main Street. Today, find their third-generation, 6000-
square-foot shop in downtown Mackinaw City.
SOURCE: www.MarshallsFudge.com
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Kilwin’s since 1948
This brand’s creamy Mackinac Island Fudge comes
from an original recipe developed by Don & Katy
Kilwin. Having purchased a marble table in 1948,
Don Kilwin began hand-crafting fudge shortly
thereafter. Over the years they have added many
flavors that are enjoyed in stores around Michigan and
thoughout the country.
SOURCE: www.Kilwins.com
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Devon’s Mackinac Island Fudge Co…in Mackinaw City
Devon's Mackinac Island Fudge Co. has operated in the
Mackinaw area for 18 years. This 30+ employee operation
has turned into a year round opportunity to serve America
with some 60 flavors of fudge as well as other treats.
SOURCE: www.MackinacFudgeCo.com
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