Southern Caramel

Southern Caramel is a family-owned and operated gourmet caramel manufacturer founded in 2013 by Sarah Smith in Melbourne, Florida. The company specializes in handcrafted, small-batch caramels made from scratch using only the finest ingredients including pure cane sugar, cream, and butter with no corn syrup or artificial flavors. Their product line includes year-round favorites like Sea Salted Caramel and Bourbon Caramel, as well as seasonal offerings such as Pumpkin, Gingerbread, Maple, and Coffee varieties. As a certified woman-owned business, Southern Caramel serves both direct-to-consumer and wholesale markets, selling through their e-commerce platform, farmers markets, and retail partnerships. The company has gained national recognition, being featured on QVC, Southern Living, Forbes, USA Today, and other major media outlets. They have won prestigious awards including the SOFI Gold Award for their caramels. Southern Caramel operates from their dedicated production facility in Melbourne, Florida, where they manufacture and ship nationwide. The business is committed to giving back to the community, donating a minimum of 10% of total sales to non-profit organizations focused on human trafficking, domestic abuse, women's health, and other charitable causes. Their target markets include gift-giving consumers, specialty food retailers, and corporate clients seeking premium confectionery products. The company emphasizes quality, craftsmanship, and customer service, with each order thoughtfully packaged for gifting. Southern Caramel has established itself as a premium brand in the artisanal confectionery market, competing with other gourmet caramel makers while maintaining their commitment to traditional handcrafted methods and high-quality ingredients.