Brach’s Cane Opener: How to Use It & Where to Buy It

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Plus, how to open a candy cane without breaking it

Co-authored by Hunter Rising

Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Fact Checked

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Cane Opener Instructions

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Where to Buy

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Opening a Candy Cane

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If you’re tired of breaking candy canes any time you try to open them, Brach’s has released the Cane Opener tool to make it easier. Even though the candy cane opener has limited availability, it’s easy to use if you get your hands on one! Keep reading, and we’ll walk you through the instructions so you can enjoy your holiday treat! Don’t worry if you can’t find the candy cane opener–we’ve got advice for opening candy canes without one too!

Brach’s Candy Cane Opener Tutorial

To use the Brach’s Cane Opener, insert the straight end of the candy cane into the tool’s opening. Apply light pressure and pull the candy cane out. Look for a slit in the plastic wrapper, and peel it off the candy cane to enjoy it!

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Brach’s Candy Cane Opener Instructions

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Push the bottom of the candy cane into the tool’s opening. According to the TikTok tutorial by @brachscandy, hold the opener sideways and push the straight end of the candy cane into the hole. Apply light pressure so the cutter inside the tool slices through the wrapper.
- The Cane Opener is specifically made for Brach’s candy canes, but it will work for other brands that are the same size.
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Take out the candy cane and peel off the wrapper. Pull the candy cane out, and check for a small slit in the wrapper. Then, just carefully peel the wrapper off the rest of the candy cane so you can enjoy it!^{[1]
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- If the wrapper is still intact, insert the candy cane with a little extra pressure, or twist it a few times before pulling it back out.
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Brach’s candy cane opener comes with a ribbon, so add it in when you decorate your tree. Keep the tool close to any other candy canes you use in your decorations so it’s easy to grab when you want to enjoy one.

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Where to Buy Brach’s Candy Cane Opener

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Brach’s Cane Openers are sold out, but they may get restocked. Unfortunately, Brach’s released a limited supply of candy cane openers that sold out really quickly. While the Brach’s official site doesn’t say when or if they’ll be back in stock, keep your eye on Brach’s Instagram and TikTok pages to see if they release more.
- On December 1st, a TikTok by @brachscandy stated they released a limited drop of Cane Openers, so there’s a chance there are more drops in the future.
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Expect to pay upcharges if you buy from online resellers. Brach’s only released a limited number of candy cane openers, so resellers are charging extra because they’re rare. Even though the tool costs $5 USD directly from Brach’s, some resellers on eBay are listing them between $50-75 USD.
- If you don’t need the Cane Opener right away, check if they get restocked next holiday season. In the meantime, check out our advice for opening a candy cane without breaking it.

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Ways to Open a Candy Cane without Breaking It

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Use a small non-serrated blade, such as a paring knife or a craft knife. Lay the candy down on its side, and carefully cut through the plastic wrapper. Cut through the entire length of the candy cane, and then slowly peel the wrapper off.^{[2]
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A YouTube short by @prettycasual shows candy canes with a little extra plastic wrapper on the straight end of the candy cane. Hold the candy cane near the end, and gently pinch the plastic between your fingers. Pull the wrapper down and to the side near the seam to tear the wrapper.