Lemonhead (candy) facts for kids
Lemonhead candy
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| Type | Candy |
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| Place of origin | United States |
| Created by | Ferrara Candy Company |
| Invented | 1962 |
| Variations | Grapeheads, Cherryheads, Appleheads, Orangeheads |
Lemonhead is a popular American candy that first came out in 1962. It's made by the Ferrara Candy Company. Lemonheads are round, lemon-flavored candies. They have a sweet coating, a soft sour layer, and a hard candy center.
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The Story Behind Lemonhead
The name "Lemonhead" came from Salvatore Ferrara, the candy company's founder. When his grandson, Salvatore II, was born, his head was a bit lemon-shaped. This was because of the special tools used during his birth. Salvatore Ferrara thought this was a great name for a new lemon candy!
How Lemonheads Are Made
Lemonheads are made using a special method called the "cold panned process." This is the same way the company's Red Hots candy is made. In this process, layers of sugar and flavor are slowly added. Each layer builds up until the candy reaches its perfect round shape and size.
Most Lemonheads are about 1 centimeter (less than half an inch) big. But sometimes, larger 3 centimeter (about 1.2 inches) versions are made for single sales. Lemonhead candies are also free of gluten and fat. The Ferrara company makes a huge number of Lemonheads every year – about 500 million!
Other "Head" Candies
Between the 1980s and late 1990s, Ferrara Pan decided to give all their fruit-flavored candies similar names. This included Lemonheads, Grapeheads, Cherryheads, and Appleheads. Today, the classic Lemonhead is the main one you'll find.
Other Candies in the Lemonhead Family
Over the years, many different "Head" candies have been made. Some of these were only available for a short time.
- Grapeheads (No longer made)
- Cherryheads (No longer made)
- Appleheads (No longer made)
- Orangeheads (No longer made)
- Chewy Lemonheads and Friends (This mix included Lemonheads, Grapeheads, Cherryheads, Appleheads, and Orangeheads, but it's no longer made)
- Chewy Lemonheads Tropical (No longer made)
- Chewy Lemonheads Fruit Mix (No longer made)
- Chewy Lemonheads Flavor Fusers (No longer made)
- Chewy Lemonheads Pink Lemonade (No longer made)
- Lemonhead Gummies (No longer made)
- Lemonhead Ropes
- JuicyHeads (No longer made)
- BlueRaspberryheads (No longer made)
- Raspberryheads (No longer made)
- BlackRaspberryheads (No longer made)
- LoveHeads (No longer made)
Why Lemonheads Are Popular
Lemonhead candies have been very popular ever since they were first created. In recent years, sour candies like Lemonheads have helped increase sales for companies that make non-chocolate sweets. This shows how much people enjoy their tangy taste!
Lemonheads and Your Health
Sometimes, Lemonheads are suggested for certain health reasons. For example, pregnant women and parenting bloggers sometimes recommend them. The sour taste can help with morning sickness, which is common during pregnancy. Also, people undergoing chemotherapy are sometimes told to suck on sour lemon candies like Lemonheads. This is because the sourness helps make more saliva, which can be helpful.
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