Brach's Mint Patties

I've tried Brach's chocolate peppermint candies in the past. They're not as good as York Peppermint Patties or my homemade version, but they suffice in a pinch. The pieces I tried recently, however, have a different taste than what I remember. The mint filling is now grittier and leaves a spearmint aftertaste. Brach's mint patties are definitely scratched off my candy list.