Winter is prime time for cosy conferences, client gifts and team events — and branded winter corporate confectionery is the little delight that gets remembered. Here’s a simple guide to choosing crowd-pleasers, keeping them in top condition in cooler weather, and briefing artwork so production is smooth and on brand.
What Confectionery Works Best in Winter?
As the temperature begins to drop, this is welcome news for chocolate lovers and anyone organising events that feature chocolate as a treat. If you are planning an indoor event, you might want to think about using branded chocolate bars that come wrapped in appealing paper sleeves.
These types of wrappers not only allow for a larger area to print your logo or design, giving it a more premium and polished feel, but they also help to create a memorable experience for your guests.
Additionally, consider providing special gift boxes filled with delicious chocolate treats for your VIP guests, making them feel valued and appreciated. Another great option for product launches is moulded chocolates; these chocolates can be crafted into various shapes to match your brand or the theme of your event, adding a unique touch.
For tables that are expected to see a lot of footfall, it is a good idea to complement the chocolate offerings with other types of sweets that are sturdy and well-received, such as branded mints and jelly beans. By having a variety of treats available, you can ensure that there is something to satisfy everyone’s taste preferences, making your event even more enjoyable for all attendees. Providing a range of sweet treats helps to create an inviting atmosphere and ensures that guests are engaged and happy.
Quantity Planning without the Guesswork
As a rough rule, plan on 0.6–0.7 serves per attendee per hour for open bowls, and 1:1 for pre-packed giveaways. If your audience skews sweet-toothed (tech events, student fairs), increase by 10–15%. When in doubt, mix formats: bowls for engagement, plus a take-home item for recall.
Storage & Handling in Cooler Months
- Chocolate: Store around 15–20°C, dry and out of direct light. Avoid the office fridge (condensation causes sugar bloom). If you’re moving between venues, keep cartons sealed until set-up.
- Jelly beans & mints: These are low-maintenance in winter — ideal for registration desks and meeting rooms.
- Transit to regional venues: Ask us about weather-aware dispatch and courier lead times; a little buffer protects your timeline and your budget.
Artwork that Looks Sharp on Eco-Friendlier Packs
Winter events often mean more indoor lighting and close-up photos. Choose bold colour contrasts, keep small copy above 6–7pt, and provide your PMS colours. We can adapt your art across paper sleeves, cardboard boxes and reusable jars without losing impact.
Quick Labelling & Compliance Pointers
For giveaways that include ingredient info (e.g., bars or boxes), we’ll follow the Food Standards Code for labelling. If you need specific claims (e.g., “vegetarian” or allergen callouts), flag them at quote time so we can proof correctly. For general guidance on food labelling in Australia, see FSANZ.
Handy Winter Bundles of Corporate Confectionery
- Welcome Pack: Chocolate bar in a paper sleeve + mini mint box — perfect for lanyard bags.
- Desk Drop: Refillable jelly bean jar for the team, keeps your logo visible for months.
- VIP Gift: Mixed truffle pack with a thank-you card; classy and compact.
Plan, Proof, Deliver – Nice and Easy
- Share event date, audience size and budget.
- Send your vector logo (AI/EPS/PDF) + PMS colours.
- Approve your artwork proof — we’ll handle the rest.
Want more ideas? Read our guide on choosing the right promotional confectionery, then explore Chocolate, Jelly Beans and Mints to get started.
