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Sugar Rush by Brian Platt

Created by: Brian Platt

Sugar Rush by Brian Platt is a fun and versatile close-up magic trick that uses mini Hershey's chocolate bars to perform vanishes, transpositions, and penetrations. The trick is based on a classic coin gimmick but adapted for larger, more visible chocolate bars, making the magic more obvious and engaging for the audience. The performer shows two mini Hershey bars, one crackle and one Mr. Good, and performs various magical effects such as tossing one bar invisibly from hand to hand, glass penetrations, and table penetrations. The gimmicks are well-made and durable, and the trick includes the bonus of the audience being able to eat the chocolate at the end, adding an interactive and memorable element to the performance.

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Sugar Rush by Brian Platt from Monster Magic
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Key features

  • Uses mini Hershey's chocolate bars for a fun and edible twist on classic coin tricks

  • Includes well-made, durable gimmicks that last a lifetime

  • Offers a variety of effects including vanishes, transpositions, and penetrations

  • Comes with non-edible mini Hershey's for the trick and real ones for the audience to eat

  • Includes a tutorial by Brian Platt and bonus routines by David Regal

  • Great for close-up magic, with clear visual appeal due to the size and color contrast of the chocolate bars

Pros

  • Versatile and fun twist on classic coin tricks

  • Well-made and durable gimmicks

  • Includes real chocolates for audience interaction

  • Clear visual appeal with larger, more visible props

  • Bonus routines by David Regal add value

Cons

  • Requires practice to master the moves, especially for those new to coin magic

  • The need to source mini Hershey's bars in some regions may be a minor inconvenience

Effect

The audience sees two mini Hershey's chocolate bars, one red (Hershey's) and one yellow (Mr. Goodbar). The magician visibly tosses one bar from hand to hand, then makes it vanish and reappear at will. The chocolates can penetrate through cups, tables, or even handkerchiefs. At the end, spectators can eat the real chocolate, adding a fun and interactive element.

Full details

Sugar Rush is a gimmick-based trick that adapts classic coin sleights for use with mini Hershey's bars. The set includes:

  • Metal gimmicks designed to look like Hershey's bars (non-edible).
  • Real mini Hershey's chocolates for edible reveals.
  • Stickers to customize additional gimmicks if needed.

The method relies on familiar coin techniques, making it accessible to magicians with basic coin magic experience. The larger size of the chocolate bars makes the vanishes and transpositions more visible than with coins.

Who should consider the trick

  • Magicians who enjoy close-up or table hopping performances.
  • Performers looking for a fun, interactive trick with a food-based twist.
  • Those familiar with basic coin sleights, as the moves are similar.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The trick requires two main moves, both similar to standard coin techniques. Alex Kirk notes that if you have experience with coin magic, the handling will feel familiar. The gimmicks are well-made and easy to manipulate, but smooth execution requires practice, especially for routines like cup penetrations or handkerchief vanishes.

What magicians say

Alex Kirk describes Sugar Rush as "a great thing to play with and to mess about with." He highlights the visual appeal of the larger chocolate bars compared to coins, making the transpositions more striking. He also praises the bonus routines by David Regal, which add creative presentation ideas.

Kirk mentions that the gimmicks are durable and well-made, ensuring long-term use. The ability to let spectators eat the chocolate at the end is a strong point, making the trick engaging and memorable.

Overall, Sugar Rush is a versatile and entertaining upgrade to classic coin gimmicks, combining strong visual magic with audience interaction.

What people are saying about Sugar Rush

monstermagicshop says...

Sugar Rush by Brian Platt is a really versatile gimmick and essentially it is a well-known coin gimmick but made to look like mini Hershey's. [...] The gimmicks are really well made, they are super solid and look brilliant.

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