Yummi Candles
Taper Elongated Conical Candles Set Of 2
These taper candles from Canadian brand Yummi Candles are unscented decorative candles made from food-grade paraffin wax with cotton braided wicks. Each package contains two candles measuring 0.75 x 10 inches (2 x 26 cm), with an approximate burn time of 7 hours. Commonly used for table centerpieces and candelabras, they are noted in user reviews for reliable burn performance, though some customers reported color variations from online images.
- Material
- Food-grade paraffin wax
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor
Color
Size
Specifications
Set of 2 taper candles made from food-grade paraffin wax with cotton wick, burn time of 7 hours.
Scentless, food-grade paraffin wax, cotton braided wick, decorative, creates cozy and elegant ambiance
- Material
- Food-grade paraffin wax
- Secondary
- cotton
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 10x0.75x0.75 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor
Additional Attributes
- scentless
- food-grade paraffin wax
- cotton braided wick
- burn time approximately 7 hours
- set of 2
- decorative
- taper
- elongated
- conical
Product Insights
Yummi Candles' Taper Elongated Conical Candles Set Of 2 offers hand-dipped, scentless paraffin candles with a warm inner glow and drip-resistant design for elegant dining, at $4 CAD per candle (about half the cost of West Elm). However, buyers report frequent color mismatches (e.g., Sandstone arriving dark purple), poor customer service, a visible white core when lit, and loose fit in standard 7/8-inch holders due to 0.75-inch diameter and manufacturing variance of ±1/16 inch.
Verified claims
- Color match
- Buyers report color mismatches and multiple incorrect replacements.
- White core visibility
- The white paraffin core becomes visible when lit, altering the appearance from the listing photo.
- Variant representation
- Only Black variant is depicted in product images; White and Off White are not shown.
- Fit
- At 0.75 diameter, these candles fit loosely in standard 7/8 holders.
- Burn time
- Yummi tapers measure 6.5 inches after 3.5 hours, similar to CANDWAX but less than West Elm's 7.5 inches.
- Value
- Each candle costs $4 CAD; a direct 12-pack brings it to $1.42 USD, about half West Elm's $2.67 per candle.
- Craftsmanship
- Hand-dipped by a trained chandler; diameters vary ±1/16″ and heights ±1/4″.
- White core glow
- When lit, the white core glows through the hand-dipped colored outer layer.
- Drip resistance
- Hard-shell outer layer prevents dripping, protecting linens.
- Event feedback
- Warm glow from hand-dipped core; color mismatch risk; venue-recommended burn.
- Event endurance
- Venues recommend Yummi tapers for a 7-hour drip-free burn through receptions.
- Color consistency
- Buyers report severe color mismatch that customer service fails to correct.
- Table presentation
- Scentless with warm inner glow for elegant dining.
- Refrigeration
- Refrigerating before use slows melting and reduces dripping.
- Storage
- Store tapers flat to avoid warping.
- Extinguishing
- Hold a finger before the flame when blowing out to prevent wax splatter.
- Fitting
- Narrow 0.75‑inch base and ±1/16″ variance require test-fitting with snuggers for stable burning.
- Scentless wax
- Scentless food-grade paraffin wax and cotton wick produce no odor, ideal for dining.
- Warm glow
- Hand-dipped white core and outer color create a warm glow that enhances dining ambiance.
- Burn performance
- 7-hour burn time and drip-resistant design make candles practical for multi-course dinners.
- Burn consistency
- Buyers report a consistent burn rate of about 1.6 inches per hour.
- Color complaints
- Buyers report color mismatches requiring multiple replacements and unhelpful service.
- Color accuracy
- Color accuracy risk: buyers report mismatches, e.g. Sandstone arriving dark purple.
- Heritage
- Yummi Candles: family-run Canadian brand since 1976.
Product record
- Title
- Taper Elongated Conical Candles Set Of 2
- Brand
- Yummi Candles
- Price
- 8 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Two long tapered glossy black wax candles photographed flat, shown side by side with their tops near the image top and bottoms near the image bottom; a short loop of off-white wick connects the two tops.
- Pair layoutTwo elongated taper candles lie parallel and slightly angled, spaced closely with their tops aligned near the top edge and bottoms near the bottom edge of the image.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.08 · w 0.54 · h 0.84 (high) - Surface finishCandle bodies have a smooth, glossy wax surface with visible narrow highlights and some subtle longitudinal streaks in the finish.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.10 · w 0.48 · h 0.78 (high) - Top ends and wick attachmentEach candle top is rounded; the two wicks extend from the tops and form a short loop between the candles. The wick strands are light colored and each wick tip appears to have a small darkened segment where it meets the wax.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.02 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high) - Bottom endsThe bottoms of the candles are closed and show a slightly faceted or scalloped end profile with a small rim visible at the very tip of each bottom.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.78 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Top-down product shot on a light marble surface with soft directional lighting producing long soft shadows to the lower right of each candle.
- Background surfaceThe candles are placed on a light-colored marble slab or printed surface with grey and beige veining visible, occupying the full frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft directional light from the upper left casts elongated soft shadows of the candles toward the lower right.
- Shot compositionTop-down view centered on the pair of candles, image fully framed with no visible packaging or props beyond the background surface.
Colors
gloss black· candle bodies#110E13off-white wick· wicks#D3CBC9- Pair layoutTwo elongated taper candles lie parallel and slightly angled, spaced closely with their tops aligned near the top edge and bottoms near the bottom edge of the image.
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
3 threads · r/weddingplanningReddit users find Yummi taper candles a decent, budget-friendly choice for weddings with good burn time, though some report serious issues with color accuracy and customer service.
Positive remarks on burn time, bulk pricing, and quick replacements are offset by strong complaints about color mismatches and poor customer service.
Themes
Use Cases
- Wedding decor (candelabras, table centerpieces)
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs West Elm tapers
West Elm tapers outperformed Yummi in burn time (7.5" remaining vs 6.5" after 3.5 hours), but Yummi offers better bulk pricing.
vs CANDWAX tapers
Both shrunk similarly to 6.5 inches in the test, making Yummi comparable in performance.
Source Threads
Yummi taper candles burn test and comparison
Yummi Candles and CANDWAX (from Amazon) did okay after 3.5 hours = 6.5 inches. It’s a decent option for colored tapers and Yummi is a good deal if you buy in bulk.
u/sailortailsr/weddingplanningView thread →
Warning about color accuracy and customer service
Do not buy from Yummi Candles. I'm now receiving a third shipment of candles from them because the first two shipments are extremely different from their website pictures.
u/Timely_Fox_8771r/weddingplanningView thread →
Venue recommendation for Yummi taper candles
We got our taper candles from Yummi. Our venue recommended them for the long burn time.
u/bimbo_momr/weddingplanningView thread →