Handmade Chocolates at Sayklly’s
Walk into Sayklly’s Confectionery & Gifts and you instantly understand why it is one of Escanaba’s most recognized spots. Their downtown store is filled wall to wall with display cases and shelves, the air carrying the enticing scent of chocolate and hundreds of candy options waiting to be chosen. Whether you are exploring the Bays de Noc area for the first time or returning to favorite places, Sayklly’s offers a taste of local tradition that has lasted for generations.
A Century of Handcrafted Candies
Sayklly’s has delighted visitors and residents for more than a century. The business began in 1906 when Joseph Sayklly, a young Lebanese immigrant, opened a small shop on Ludington Street in Escanaba that sold groceries along with homemade candy and ice cream. With his wife Mary and their nine children, Joe built the store into a beloved local landmark.
That legacy continues today under Jim and Debbie Kirby, with Debbie being the granddaughter of Mary and Joe. The fourth generation now helps carry on the family craft, ensuring visitors leave with bags of treats, U.P. clothing and thoughtful gifts that reflect the long-standing traditions of this Escanaba confectionery.
More than 250 Candy Varieties
With so much to choose from, narrowing your choices is part of the fun. Many shoppers say it is hard to stop once you start. Your options include:
Yooper Bars - molded in the shape of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, these bars are equal parts chocolate and nostalgia.
Ten-pound candy bars - made from premium dark, milk or white chocolate.
Assorted chocolates - including Caramel Pecan Snappies, Cashew Clusters, Almond Clusters, Chocolate Creams, Vanilla Creams, Maple Creams and Raspberry Creams. You can also create a custom assortment.
Chocolate - covered cherries, potato chips and sandwich cookies - for sweet or salty cravings.
Butter fudge - made without artificial preservatives in chocolate, chocolate walnut and maple nut flavors.
Peanut Brittle - based on Joe Sayklly’s original 1906 recipe. It is still stirred in a copper kettle and packed with peanuts roasted at their factory in Escanaba.
Salt Water Taffy - in classic flavors like anise, orange, cherry, mint, vanilla, chocolate, maple, grape and banana.
Creamy caramels - made with or without pecans.
Sugar-free chocolates and hard candies - for lighter indulgence.
Old-fashioned vanilla cream swirls - that are cracked into pieces before eating.
This is only a fraction of the options available. If you want to give someone the freedom to choose their favorites, Sayklly’s gift cards make for a highly appreciated present.
Candy that travels well
If you want to share a taste of the U.P. with family or friends far from home, Sayklly’s ships nationally. Their team packs each order with extra care so it arrives in perfect condition, which makes this a thoughtful gift for anyone missing Escanaba or the region.
A sweet stop for holiday gifting
Although Sayklly’s is a favorite year-round, it is also the perfect place to pick up chocolates and sweets for occasions like Easter, Halloween and Christmas. Visitors often stop in for themed treats, boxed chocolates and specialty items that make for popular gifts during these seasons.
Plan your visit
A stop at Sayklly’s Confectionery & Gifts is a popular part of a trip through Delta County. After selecting some treats, take time to explore local events, independent restaurants, historic sites and outdoor recreation throughout the area. From waterfront views to downtown experiences, Delta County offers plenty to see and do.