Ruth Hunt Candy Co

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550 Maysville Rd
Mount Sterling, KY 40353

Ruth Hunt Candies, a Kentucky landmark, has been delighting customers for over 100 years with their homemade sweets and confections. From their famous Ruth Hunt Bourbon Balls to their delectable assortment of chocolates, their handcrafted treats are a true taste of Kentucky.

Founded in 1921 by Ruth Tharpe Hunt in her Mt. Sterling home, this small candy business has grown into a beloved local institution, offering a wide range of candies, caramels, toffees, and more. With their commitment to quality and tradition, Ruth Hunt Candies continues to be a go-to destination for those seeking the finest confections in Kentucky.

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Phoebe M.
6/29/2025

Ruth Hunt Candy is an excellent local spot to buy Kentucky themed gifts or just a treat for yourself. One of my favorite things to get is a little square peanut butter nugget covered in...

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Odalis G.
1/2/2025

Expansive but worth it. Very friendly, clean and organized. There's a variety of candy, decorations, shirts, etc... They have like a little post office inside where you can mail your candy,...

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Rhonda H.
4/11/2025

Visit Date: 04/07/25 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. I love everything about this place. It's very clean, has a variety of great stock, and the candy is amazing. TWO young ladies were so friendly,...

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William J.
4/10/2025

Great products, great staff and large variety. Blue Monday bars; mint, milk chocolate and Dark chocolate. Everything you want in candy and more. They also have University of Kentucky souvenirs.

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L S.
6/23/2023

Local chocolate and candy shop. Candies galore,, so many treats that you just have to pull off I-64 and come into the quaint town to shop Carmels are creamy. Chocolate covered pretzel are...

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