Published: November 8th, 2026
JORDAN, MINNESOTA: The owner of Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store in Jordan has been charged with a gross misdemeanor after state investigators allegedly discovered the business selling alcohol-filled chocolates without the required liquor license, according to a criminal complaint filed in Scott County.
Robert Mark Wagner, 66, faces one count of selling alcoholic beverages without a license or permit, in violation of Minnesota Statute 340A.401. The charge carries a maximum penalty of 364 days in jail, a $3,000 fine, or both.
According to the complaint, the investigation began July 1, 2026, when agents with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety’s Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement Division received an anonymous tip alleging that Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store was selling liquor-filled candies and had sold some to a minor without checking the child's identification.
Investigators subsequently reviewed licensing records and determined that the business did not possess a license to sell alcoholic beverages.
On July 22, at approximately 10 a.m., undercover agents visited the store to investigate the alleged unlicensed sales.
While inside, agents located a section dedicated to alcohol-filled candies and confections. According to the complaint, several packages contained warnings stating that selling the products to individuals below the legal drinking age was unlawful.
Agents purchased two types of alcohol-containing chocolates, including Asbach Pralinen Brandy Cherries, which listed a 7.3% brandy concentration, and Goldkenn Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Fire Swiss chocolates, which listed 3.58% alcohol by volume.
Investigators reported that purchasing the alcohol-filled products did not involve any additional procedures compared with purchasing ordinary candy.
Later that afternoon, at approximately 1:08 p.m., agents executed a signed search warrant at the business.
According to the complaint, investigators met with Wagner, identified as the store's owner and manager, and explained the reason for their visit.
Wagner allegedly acknowledged that the business did not have an alcoholic beverage license. However, he reportedly told investigators that he knew the store carried alcohol-containing confections and believed the business was permitted to sell the products it had in stock.
Although the investigation originated from an anonymous allegation involving a sale to a minor, the complaint does not indicate that investigators independently confirmed that allegation.
Wagner is charged under Minnesota Statute 340A.401, with reference to the penalty provision in Minnesota Statute 340A.702(1). The alleged offense occurred July 22, 2026, in Jordan.
The charge is an allegation and has not been proven in court. Wagner is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.