[2] In 1956, after tasting white-coat candies while traveling in Europe, Hebert introduced white chocolate to the United States, and was the first to do so.

Previously in 2004, Hebert Candies had sold the chocolate bar manufacturing equipment and fundraising portion of the company to LaMontagne of Canada.

[4] Along with this acquisition, the candy maker launched its melon-colored packaging as part of a rebranding campaign aimed at giving Hebert products a fresher, more modern look.

The aim was to refresh its image, boost sales and snag online business as a "premium affordable" candy maker in New England.

[5] American Gourmet Group, LLC wholesales its gift baskets to national retailers on-line and in-store.