From our busy fudge kitchen... To horse carriage... To ferry... To you. Delivered fresh to your doorstep. There's something magical about receiving an old fashioned gift delivered the old fashioned way — straight from Mackinac to your door! Our fudge, brittle and other specialty sweets have been crafted by hand since 1887 with Pure Michigan all natural ingredients. Copper kettles, marble … [Read more...] about Sending Sweets from Mackinac is a Storied Journey
The Fall Season Brings Another Accolade to Mackinac Island
MACKINAC ISLAND VOTED ONE OF THE 2023 BEST PLACES TO VISIT IN FALL BY USA TODAY 10 BEST READER'S CHOICE TRAVEL AWARD CONTEST. "Fall is Mackinac Island's sweetest secret." Beautiful Mackinac Island has been voted by USA Today 10 Best Reader's Choice as one of the Top 10 Places to Visit in the U.S. During Fall for the beautiful scenery, fantastic weather, and wealth of seasonal … [Read more...] about The Fall Season Brings Another Accolade to Mackinac Island
A Look Back at Mackinac Island in 1887 – America’s Second National Park
Original Murdick's Fudge was the first fudge maker on Mackinac Island. Today we celebrate 136 years of our family business with a historic fudge flavor. Above: When Original Murdick's Fudge opened the first candy shop on Mackinac Island in 1887, Mackinac Island was a National Park. The island was a Midwest destination, according to MLive, "Fort-stationed soldiers built carriage roads … [Read more...] about A Look Back at Mackinac Island in 1887 – America’s Second National Park
Celebrate Independence Day with America’s Top Island
Mackinac Island has garnered an impressive collection of accolades, including the latest, from USA TODAY. … [Read more...] about Celebrate Independence Day with America’s Top Island
Picnic or BBQ, Order Our Sweets for Summer Fun
Summer picnics, 4th of July BBQs, weddings or corporate events — we’ve got you covered for any occasion. … [Read more...] about Picnic or BBQ, Order Our Sweets for Summer Fun
The Most Fun Fudge Makers
The fudge of all fudge! https://youtube.com/shorts/TkTU5zavkWo Follow Ashley Kix on Instagram @ashleykix … [Read more...] about The Most Fun Fudge Makers
Celebrate the Best Island with Mackinac’s Best Fudge!
Mackinac island voted the top island in the continental u.s. in this year's travel + leisure world's best awards. “What a different place to visit,” one voter said. “It’s like its own little world.” Iconic Mackinac Island has been a popular escape for generations. Now, visitors from across the globe have named charming and beautiful Mackinac Island their favorite place to get away, putting … [Read more...] about Celebrate the Best Island with Mackinac’s Best Fudge!
Original Murdick’s Fudge Featured on GMA
Ginger Zee from “Good Morning America” visits charming Mackinac Island and tours Original Murdick’s Fudge. How Mackinac Island came together during the pandemic … [Read more...] about Original Murdick’s Fudge Featured on GMA
New Flavor – Penuche
What sets penuche apart from other fudge flavors is the brown sugar. Most fudge is made with white sugar. The all-natural ingredients of brown sugar, milk, butter and vanilla result in a taste reminiscent of caramel. Order some penuche today! Order Fudge … [Read more...] about New Flavor – Penuche
Mackinac Island in Full Bloom
On Mackinac Island's Main Street, the scent of lilacs and fudge fill the air. The history of the island's lilacs goes back as far as the history of the island's fudge. Lilacs are not native to Mackinac — they were brought by European immigrants about 200 years ago and have flourished ever since. The weather on Mackinac Island is perfectly suited for handcrafting perfect fudge and growing healthy, … [Read more...] about Mackinac Island in Full Bloom
It’s The Cherries!
Back by popular demand. It's The Cherries! Cherry blossom trees are blooming and our fudge kitchen is celebrating spring with traverse city cherry fudge. Did you know Traverse City, Michigan is the cherry capital of the world? The Grand Traverse Region possesses the specific conditions for growing cherry trees to their full potential: sandy soil, rolling hills and the cooling and heating … [Read more...] about It’s The Cherries!
National Mom & Pop Business Day – Thank You For Supporting Our Family’s Business
What do you get when you mix sail-making expertise with confectionary skills? One great northern Michigan fudge business that has stayed the course for more than 133 years. The Murdick family arrived in the United States from Germany in the 1800s. Father-and-son sail makers, Henry and Jerome "Rome" Murdick, were commissioned to create canvas awnings for the new Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. … [Read more...] about National Mom & Pop Business Day – Thank You For Supporting Our Family’s Business
Ring in the New Year with Fudge, Sweet Fudge
OUR ONLINE SHOP IS NOW OPEN YEAR ROUND We are grateful for your business, and you have been heard! By popular demand, Original Murdick’s Fudge will be making handmade old-fashioned sweets all year long. Order Fudge Now Giving Back to the Community ORIGINAL MURDICK’S FUDGE IS PROUD TO OFFER SUPPORT WHEN LOCAL COMMUNITIES ARE IN NEED Original Murdick’s Fudge is passionate about … [Read more...] about Ring in the New Year with Fudge, Sweet Fudge
Get Ahead of Your Holiday Gift Ordering Today
Send an unforgettable taste of Mackinac Island to friends, family and clients. Choose from an array of Original Murdick’s Fudge gift boxes. Beautifully packaged, this is a sweet Pure Michigan gift presentation that is sure to “Wow!” We can help you customize your order! ORDER NOW Promotion is only available for online orders. … [Read more...] about Get Ahead of Your Holiday Gift Ordering Today
We Are Thankful for You
Meet Gideon. He knows how to enjoy fudge. This holiday season we are thankful for Gideon’s Mom, Sam — and all of our Original Murdick’s Fudge employees and their families — as well as our wonderful customers. Sending well wishes and gratitude from our busy fudge kitchen on Mackinac Island to all of the fudge lovers (of all ages) we delight in serving. Have a safe and sweet holiday, and enjoy … [Read more...] about We Are Thankful for You
Michigan Maple Walnut with the GIVETHANKS code
In recent years, Maple has been challenging pumpkin spice for fall flavor supremacy. But in Michigan, where maple syrup is tree-tapped fresh from the Upper Peninsula, we have a clear winner. Original Murdick’s Fudge’s famous Michigan Maple Walnut flavor is what Pure Michigan is all about. Try it for free and see if you are on Team Maple. At checkout, use promo code GIVETHANKS from November … [Read more...] about Michigan Maple Walnut with the GIVETHANKS code
Holiday Cranberry
Cranberries are a traditional trimming for both Thanksgiving and Christmas. It is widely believed that the Native Americans shared cranberries with the settlers at the first Thanksgiving dinner in 1621. Continue this tradition in your home by featuring the festive colors of our light pink fudge dotted with chunks of deep, red cranberry. Cut up into bite-size pieces, loved ones will go for seconds … [Read more...] about Holiday Cranberry
Original Murdick’s Fudge Wishes You a Happy Halloween 2020
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Pumpkin Spice Is Everything Nice
Creamy, Delicious Handmade Pumpkin Spice Fudge Enjoy a Free Slice of Our Favorite Fall Flavor Fresh From Our Mackinac Island Fudge Kitchen to Yours. Order this Popular Autumn Flavor Now! Michigan in autumn means pumpkin season. Our favorite taste of fall is Original Murdick’s Pumpkin Spice fudge and we want to share it with you. With an aromatic dose of classic fall spices, nutmeg, … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Spice Is Everything Nice
Sip n’ Sail Cruises
Don’t miss the Sip and Sail Labor Day celebration in Marquette Park, featuring the Wixie Harrington Band. Learn more … [Read more...] about Sip n’ Sail Cruises