Yummi Candles
Taper Ultra-Long Conical Candles Set Of 12
Set of 12 ultra-long taper candles from Yummi Candles, a Canadian brand available at Simons Maison. Each candle is made of unscented, food-grade paraffin wax with a cotton braided wick, measures 0.75 x 15 in (2 x 38 cm), and burns for approximately 10 hours. Primarily used for decorative ambiance and events such as weddings, these candles have received mixed user feedback regarding color consistency between batches and customer service, though they are typically noted as a good value in bulk.
- Material
- Food-grade paraffin wax with cotton braided wick
- Style
- classic
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor
Size
Specifications
Set of 12 taper ultra-long conical candles, scentless, with a burn time of approximately 10 hours.
Scentless food-grade paraffin wax, cotton braided wick, burn time approximately 10 hours.
- Material
- Food-grade paraffin wax with cotton braided wick
- Secondary
- cotton
- Style
- classic
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor
Additional Attributes
- scentless
- food-grade paraffin wax
- cotton braided wick
- burn time approximately 10 hours
- set of 12
- decorative
Product Insights
Yummi Candles' Taper Ultra-Long Conical Candles Set Of 12, at CAD 28, promises value and clean-burning elegance with food-grade paraffin and no petroleum odor, but demands meticulous preparation: refrigeration, wick trimming, and draft-free conditions for dripless performance. Burn time yields 6.5 inches after 3.5 hours versus West Elm's 7.5, yet the set is cheaper per taper. The main tradeoff is color accuracy—taupe often mismatches online images, and replacement shipments may also be wrong, with customer service reported as unhelpful. Hand-dipped tapers require secure fitting and flat storage to avoid warping, and dripless performance only holds in strictly draft-free environments.
Verified claims
- Color accuracy
- Taupe candles may not match product images; some users report the shade appears more grayish or brownish depending on lighting.
- Color returns
- Buyers caution about potential color mismatches and customer service issues.
- Burn time
- After 3.5 hours, about 6.5 inches remain, which is shorter than some premium brands like West Elm.
- Value
- 12-pack at CAD 28 is cheaper per taper than West Elm.
- Burn performance
- Suitable for 2–4 hour events in draft-free conditions; continuous burning beyond 4 hours risks drips and reduced total burn.
- Color consistency
- Color may not match website images; hand-dipped production causes slight shade variations.
- Setup
- Use Stickum or trim bases for secure fit; refrigerate before use for even burn.
- Draft-free
- Dripless performance requires a strictly draft-free environment.
- Wick trimming
- Trim the wick to 1/4 inch before each burn to prevent dripping.
- Burn cycles
- Three-to-four-hour burn cycles and refrigeration before use prevent dripping.
- Preparation
- For optimal burning: chill candles, store flat, trim wick, and secure in holders.
- Burning
- Use 3-4 hour burn cycles in a draft-free space for dripless performance.
- Material
- Food-grade paraffin with less than 0.5% oil burns without petroleum odor or sticky residue.
- Dimensional consistency
- Hand-dipped tapers may require trimming or adhesive wax for a snug fit, and must be stored flat to avoid warping.
- Stability
- Requires a weighted, wide-base holder and protection from drafts.
- Fit
- Use Stickum or trim candle base for a snug fit due to diameter variations.
- Storage
- Store flat and individually wrapped to prevent warping.
- Heritage
- Family-owned Canadian candlemaker since 1976; candles in-house Toronto.
- Production
- Code of ethics prohibits lead wicks and harmful additives.
- Made to order
- Candles made to order; shipped fresh within 4 days of production.
- Air quality
- Emissions are virtually identical to soy and beeswax, far below indoor-air standards.
- Drip prevention
- Dripless feature only effective in draft-free conditions; draft causes drips.
- Quality control
- Candles are made in a Toronto facility with an in-house quality lab, and made-to-order production means they ship fresh.
- Dye safety
- Dyes are lead-free and non-toxic, safe for event use.
- Scentless burn
- The candles are scentless, made with unscented food-grade paraffin wax, and produce no noticeable fragrance when burned.
- Set size
- Each order contains 12 taper candles.
- Length
- Each taper candle is 15 inches long.
- Total burn time
- The advertised total burn time is approximately 10 hours when burned in 3–4 hour intervals.
- Bulk value
- Buyers describe this set as good value for bulk purchases with decent burn time.
Product record
- Title
- Taper Ultra-Long Conical Candles Set Of 12
- Brand
- Yummi Candles
- Price
- 28 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 9 sourcesUses
Setting a cozy, elegant table or room ambiance
These ultra-long conical taper candles are intended as a decorative piece for creating a cozy and elegant ambiance at any time. Because they are scentless, they add candlelight without adding fragrance to the space.[4]
Burning tapers in candle holders
Use these Yummi tapers when you want colored taper candles burning in holders at a dinner table or event. Because holder sizes vary, the brand suggests using Stickum to stabilize the tapers or trimming the candle base to fit. One Reddit user's informal burn test reported the candles burned about 6.5 inches in 3.5 hours and considered them a decent option for colored tapers.[1,2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Taper Ultra-Long Conical Candles Set Of 12: Choose this if you want extra-long 15-inch conical tapers, about 0.75 inches wide, for creating a cozy, elegant ambiance; each scentless, food-grade paraffin candle has a cotton braided wick and an approximate 10-hour burn, and the set comes as 12 candles in Off White or Taupe. Note that these handcrafted candles' dimensions can vary slightly (diameter by plus or minus 1/16 inch, height by plus or minus 1/4 inch), so the brand suggests using Stickum or trimming the base to fit holders, and they are made to order and may take up to 4 days in production depending on the color and finish chosen.[2,3,4,5] | Taper Elongated Conical Candles Set Of 12: Choose this if you host often or dress holiday and formal tables, since the set of 12 unscented, dripless and smokeless tapers burn roughly 8 hours each and are sized at 0.75 by 12 inches, with a hard food-grade paraffin shell over an all-cotton wick that resists dripping. A Reddit wedding-planning user's burn test found they did okay, using 6.5 inches in 3.5 hours, and another user's venue reportedly recommended the brand for long burn time. Note the wax color is only an outer coating over a white core, which may disappoint if you plan to cut, melt, or carve them, and the handcrafted diameter can vary by about 1/16 of an inch.[1,3,6,7] | Taper Elongated Conical Candles Set Of 2: Choose this for decorative taper candles that create a cozy, elegant ambiance, with each candle measuring 0.75 inches by 10 inches, burning approximately 7 hours, and sold as a scentless set of 2 made of food-grade paraffin wax with a cotton wick. They come in black, white, or off white, with a smooth glossy finish, though subtle surface irregularities and faint vertical seam lines are visible. One burn tester found these tapers performed okay, burning to 6.5 inches after 3.5 hours.[1,8,9] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Several ultra-long taper candles arranged flat on a marble surface; each candle is conical/tapered with a slightly faceted or scalloped top and visible cotton wick loops on some candles.
- Overall shapeLong conical taper candles, each with a slender tapered body that widens slightly near the top into a flattened scalloped end.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.05 · w 0.96 · h 0.90 (medium) - Quantity visibleMultiple individual candles laid roughly parallel and slightly overlapping in places across the frame.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.05 · w 0.96 · h 0.90 (medium) - Top endsTop ends of the candles are flattened with a scalloped or petal-like finishing around the wick hole, visible on many candles.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.32 (high) - WicksThin exposed cotton wicks visible on several candles; on some wicks the cotton forms a short loop standing away from the candle top.
3 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.06 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.48 · y 0.12 · w 0.06 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.18 · w 0.06 · h 0.20 (high) - Surface finishSmooth wax surface with subtle longitudinal mold lines and small surface imperfections visible under lighting.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.20 · w 0.70 · h 0.70 (medium) - OcclusionSome candles overlap or lie closely adjacent causing partial occlusion of bodies and wicks in places.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.50 · w 0.96 · h 0.45 (medium)
Other
Product photographed flat on a light marble slab background with soft even lighting that casts faint soft shadows; image is a top-down detail shot showing full-length candles across the frame.
- BackgroundLight-colored marble or stone slab with beige and brown veining and small rust-colored flecks visible across the surface.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionTop-down flat lay composition showing multiple candles arranged vertically in the frame with some diagonal tilt; no props other than the stone surface.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse lighting producing low-contrast, soft-edged shadows beneath and beside the candles.
- Image qualitySharp focus on candle surfaces and background texture with even exposure across the image.
Colors
warm cream· candle bodyoff-white· wicknone· nonePackaging- Overall shapeLong conical taper candles, each with a slender tapered body that widens slightly near the top into a flattened scalloped end.
- 02
Product
A white rectangular box containing ultra-long taper candles; a small square window reveals the unlit tapered candle tops inside. The front face shows a printed single tall taper candle with a small flame near the top right of the box and the brand wordmark at the bottom.
- Window showing candlesSmall square die-cut window near the top-left of the front panel reveals the upper portions of several physical taper candles in a pale cream/beige color.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high) - Front printed taper candleA tall printed taper candle graphic runs vertically along the right side of the front panel, showing the candle body in light gray with a small yellow-orange flame near the top edge of the box.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.14 · w 0.14 · h 0.79 (high) - Brand wordmark on frontLower-center front panel displays the lowercase wordmark 'yummi' in a medium gray, large type near the bottom edge of the box.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.87 · w 0.54 · h 0.10 (high) - Small icons near top edgeTwo small embossed or printed icons are visible near the top-right edge of the front panel; one resembles a maple leaf and the other a round timer symbol.Partial
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.04 · w 0.17 · h 0.08 (medium) - Visible candle tops detailThrough the window, the visible candle tops show smooth conical tapered shapes and a slightly glossy wax surface.
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.07 · w 0.07 · h 0.07 (high) - Small descriptive text under logoA small line of text appears directly beneath the wordmark on the front panel.Partial
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.95 · w 0.37 · h 0.04 (medium) - Material and finishFront panel is a smooth matte white cardboard surface with printed graphics and a small cutout window.
Packaging
White rectangular retail box with a small square window, printed candle graphic, small icons near the top-right, and the brand wordmark near the bottom.
- Box formatTall, narrow rectangular cardboard box presented flat on its front face.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.03 · w 0.64 · h 0.94 (high) - Die-cut windowSquare die-cut window near the top-left of the front panel exposing the actual product inside.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high) - Printed flame graphicA printed small flame at the top of the tall candle graphic on the front suggests the candle is lit; flame colors appear yellow and pale orange.
1 region
x 0.74 · y 0.09 · w 0.02 · h 0.04 (high) - Translucent embossing or light printNear the top-right of the box two small light-colored symbols are printed or embossed; details are faint and partially low-contrast against the white panel.Partial
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.04 · w 0.17 · h 0.08 (medium) - Bottom edge imperfectionLower edge of the front panel shows a slight alignment gap or crease where the box meets the surface.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.96 · w 0.62 · h 0.04 (high) - Text on packaging (small)“Small line of printed descriptive text under the wordmark, legibility limited at this resolution.”Partial
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.94 · w 0.37 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Product box photographed flat on a light marble surface with soft directional lighting from the right creating a shadow along the right side of the box.
- Background surfaceThe box is placed on a pale marble or stone surface with beige and light brown veining.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from the right casts a noticeable soft shadow of the box to the right side.
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.06 · w 0.20 · h 0.86 (high) - Shot compositionBox is centered vertically and slightly left-of-center horizontally in the frame; image shows entire front face with modest margin to edges.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution product photo with clear focus; small printed icons near the top are low-contrast and partially faint.
Colors
pale cream· visible candle waxmatte white· box front backgroundPackaging#F5F1F2medium gray· wordmarkPackaging#948B84warm yellow· printed flamePackaging- Window showing candlesSmall square die-cut window near the top-left of the front panel reveals the upper portions of several physical taper candles in a pale cream/beige color.
Customer Reviews
4 total4 reviews · out of 5
Beautiful
Smokeless, dripless
Fabriquées au Canada
Longues et élégantes,une couleur qui s’ agence à une multitude de teintes. Je commande depuis plusieurs années les chandelles Yummi et je suis très contente de pouvoir les acquérir par mon magasin Simons. Je souhaiterais que les bougies piliers soient disponibles aussi !
Trop pale
Trop pale
la couleur est parfaite comme démontré
S'harmonise très bien avec la nappe couleur rouille
Reddit Insights
3 threads · r/weddingplanningReddit users generally find Yummi taper candles to be a decent budget-friendly option for weddings but warn about inconsistent colors and poor customer service.
Positive comments highlight bulk value and acceptable burn time, while negative reviews cite major color mismatches and unhelpful support.
Themes
Use Cases
- Wedding taper candle decor for long events
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs West Elm tapers
West Elm tapers burned longer (7.5 inches remaining vs. 6.5 inches) after 3.5 hours.
vs CANDWAX tapers
Similar burn performance to Yummi tapers.
Source Threads
Burn time comparison: Yummi vs other taper brands
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 →
Color inconsistency and poor 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. I ordered Sandstone (cream/tan color) candles last month and they came in as a dark purple.
u/Timely_Fox_8771r/weddingplanningView thread →
Positive recommendation for bulk taper candles
That’s where we got ours too. They were the best price I could find, especially in bulk and a variety of complementary sizes. They were also quick to send replacements when a few candleholders arrived broken.
u/figoftheimaginationr/weddingplanningView thread →