Things you need to know about new chewy, spicy candies

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In Spanish, fuego means fire. As a flavor profile, fuego is often a hot chili pepper with lime.

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Skittles is bringing the heat up with new chewy candies.

On Monday, August 18th, the brand unveiled the new Skittles Gummies Fuego, a gummy candy coated with chili flavor. According to a news release, the candy is currently available at Skittles’ Tiktok shops and will be available at retailers nationwide in early 2026.

Skittles, which branches out into the gummy market, is nothing new. The brand first launched Skittles Gummies in 2021. Skittles serves gummy candies in original Skittles flavors, wild berries and sours.

Here’s what you need to know about Skittles Gummies Fuego, including flavor profiles and how to buy:

What is the flavor of Skittles Gummy Fuego?

Each pack of Skittle Gummies Fuego comes in five flavors: mango, watermelon, strawberry, raspberry and lemon. According to a news release, each gummy is coated with a “tangy chili layer.”

When will Skittles Gummies Fuego be available in stores?

Skittles Gummies Fuego is available at the Tiktok Shop. The new gummies are available only in the Skittles Gummies 4 Pack, with original Sour, Wildberry and Fuego Skittles for $10.99.

According to a news release, Gummies is a limited retailer this fall and will be available nationwide in early 2026.

What is Fuego?

In Spanish, fuego means fire. Flavors, often lime and hot chili pepper, are often associated with hot chip branded takis.

Gretacross is a national trend reporter for USA Today. Story ideas? Please email her gcross@usatoday.com.

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