dumdums

Dum Dums are a brand of small, hard candy lollipops produced by the Spangler Candy Company, based in Bryan, Ohio, United States. The candies are known for their round, flat-bottom lollipops on a short wooden stick and for the broad range of flavors.

The name "Dum Dums" is widely claimed to derive from the informal term for a fool or a childish nickname; the exact origin of the brand name is not definitively documented, but it became attached to a long-running, mass-produced lollipop line.

History: The Dum Dums line was introduced in the early 20th century by the Spangler Candy Company. The product grew in popularity in the United States and later expanded to international markets.

Flavor and form: Each lollipop is a hard candy on a stick, individually wrapped in a colorful wrapper to protect freshness. Flavors have included tutti frutti, cherry, grape, orange, lemon, lime, peppermint, root beer, and more recently fruitier or seasonal varieties. The flavor assortment is periodically refreshed, with limited-time flavors sometimes offered. The "assortment" options vary by retailer and region.

Production and packaging: Dum Dums are manufactured by Spangler Candy Company in Ohio and distributed in bags or boxes at retailers, convenience stores, and online outlets. The candies are widely associated with vintage candy nostalgia in the United States.