Pear drop facts for kids
A pear drop is a classic British boiled sweet. It's a hard candy made from sugar and special flavorings. The traditional pear drop is often half pink and half yellow. It's shaped like a tiny pear and is about the size of your thumbnail. You might also find them in packets with separate yellow and pink drops.
Pear Drops
Pear drops are a very popular type of candy in the United Kingdom. They have been enjoyed by many generations. These sweets are known for their unique fruity taste and bright colors.
What Makes Pear Drops Special?
The special taste of pear drops comes from two main artificial flavors. These are called isoamyl acetate and ethyl acetate. Don't worry, these are safe to eat!
- Isoamyl acetate gives the sweet a taste similar to banana.
- Ethyl acetate provides the distinct pear flavor.
These two chemicals are types of esters. Esters are natural or artificial compounds that often give fruits their smell and taste. They are used in many sweets that taste like pear or banana. Sometimes, pear drops are also made using natural pear juice concentrate.
Fun Facts About Pear Drops
Did you know that there's a giant pear drop? The largest pear drop in the world is located at Stockley's Sweets. This sweet shop is in Oswaldtwistle Mills, in Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire, England. It's a fun place to visit if you love candy!
In 2009, a survey was done in the United Kingdom. It asked 4,000 adults about their favorite sweets. Pear drops were found to be the fourteenth most popular sweet in the country. This shows just how much people love these colorful, fruity candies!
