The story of PEZ begins in Austria. In this video, we explore the full history of PEZ candy, from its origins in Vienna with Eduard Haas to its journey across the Atlantic and rise in America. What started as a simple peppermint candy became one of the most recognizable names in candy history. Discover how PEZ was invented, why Eduard Haas believed it could become something bigger, and how the brand evolved from an Austrian mint into a global pop culture icon. From early advertising and European roots to its American breakthrough, this is the complete PEZ story. Special thanks to PEZ historian and collector Shawn Peterson, author of PEZ: From Austrian Invention to American Icon, for his work preserving and sharing this remarkable history. If you’re interested in PEZ history, Austrian history, candy history, vintage advertising, and the origins of the PEZ dispenser, this video tells the full story.
