what's up, y'all! we're JOYRIDE, and we're on a mission to change the way the world eats candy. back in 2022, our founder Tyler Merrick set out to create better-for-you candy that's plant-based, low sugar, and non-GMO. no big deal right?

Tyler was looking for a partner and reached out to Ryan in the spring of 2022. Ryan is a YouTuber and former D1 athlete that loved candy and wanted to make better versions of them but needed a partner to help make it a reality. JOYRIDE is based in Austin - and so was Ryan - so things started to come together.

together they set out to revolutionize the candy experience and joined as Co-Owner and Chief Creative Officer in 2023.

today, JOYRIDE offers delicious, flavorful candy made with real ingredients. that means no junk, no fake colors, and less sugar than the leading brands. from sour strips to watermelon wedges, ropes, and twists, there’s still a lot more innovation to come.

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