National Lollipop Day

July 20th recognizes National Lollipop Day as a way to celebrate this enduring and ever-popular treat. Pick up your favorite flavor to savor! 

Ever delightful and sweet, lollipops have satisfied generations of sweet tooths. And it’s possible they’ve been doing that for centuries. However, no one is sure how old the lollipop is. During prehistoric times, a form of lollipop may have preserved nuts and berries in honey.

In the United States, confectionaries and medicine shops as early as the 1860s sold lollipops in various forms. However, George Smith gave this sweet treat an official 20th-century story in 1908. Smith earns credit for inventing the modern style lollipop. In 1931, Smith trademarked the name which he claims came from his favorite racing horse, Lolly Pops.

Nowadays, lollipops are now more than just a fun candy! There are cough drops in lollipop shaped form, which is important for seniors who may be prone to choking on cough drops. Have a loved one who is a big lollipop fan? Healthier lollipops are becoming popular! These lollipops are organic and infused with vitamins, which is a fun way to take a multivitamin!