The creation of a particularly fine peppermint candy in 1927 by Eduard Haas III in Austria marks the birth of PEZ. Originally introduced in small tins, the refreshing candy proved extremely …

PEZ was first marketed as a compressed peppermint sweet in Vienna, Austria, in 1927 by Eduard Haas III. The name PEZ is an abbreviation of PfeffErminZ (German for peppermint). [1] . The …

Eduard Haas III (1897–1989) was an Austrian businessman. In 1927, Haas developed the Pez confectionery.

Dec 15, 2020 · When it comes to stocking stuffers, one product hits a perfect harmony: the PEZ dispenser. Part character, part candy, and all collectible, the trinket has delighted kids and …

In the mid 1920s, Haas sought peppermint oil from a chemist to create what he intended to be a sophisticated, strong, cold-pressed peppermint candy. He called the tiny, sugar-based tablets, …

PEZ was first marketed as a smoking alternative in the 1920s, using the slogan, “Smoking prohibited, PEZing allowed.” PEZ was originally sold in small tins, but to facilitate sharing them …

Mar 7, 2025 · An anti-smoking advocate, Haas believed PEZ might “appeal to those who may have been trying to quit” by offering a fresh alternative to a cigarette, according to a biography …

Initially created in Austria in the 1920s by Eduard Haas III, PEZ was a peppermint candy aimed at adults as an alternative to smoking. In the late 1940s, the brand innovated with the …

The creation of a particularly fine peppermint candy in 1927 by Eduard Haas III in Austria marks the birth of PEZ – a name derived from the German word for peppermint, PfeffErminZ. The …

When Austrian Eduard Haas III created the first peppermint candy in 1927, he probably didn’t realise that he was laying the foundation for a brand classic. He named his brand PEZ – a …