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Contrary to the viral claims, each flavor of Skittle is crafted in separate mixers, where specific combinations of fruit juices, citric acid, and flavorings are added. This results in uniquely flavored cores, which are then heated and molded into small, toffee-like pellets known as lentils, owing to their lentil shape.
Once this foundational process is complete, the lentils are moved via a conveyor belt to the coating area, where they commence a six-hour process known as panning. Panning involves adding layers of flavored and colored syrup to each lentil in a large, spherical metal pan, which rotates and tumbles the candies to ensure an even coating.