Red Hots facts for kids

Red Hots are a popular type of hard candy known for their fiery red color and strong, spicy cinnamon flavor. When you first pop one in your mouth, you'll notice a powerful burst of spice. After that initial kick, the candy turns sweet, leaving a pleasant taste.

Red Hots candies usually come in a bright red box that often has flame designs on it, making it clear they're all about that hot cinnamon taste!

What Makes Red Hots Unique?

Red Hots stand out from other candies because of their special flavor. They are made to taste like cinnamon, which can be spicy, almost like a warm, tingling feeling in your mouth. This makes them different from many other candies that are just sweet or fruity.

The Cinnamon Flavor

The spicy kick in Red Hots comes from cinnamon. Cinnamon is a spice that comes from the bark of trees. It's used in many foods, from sweet desserts like cinnamon rolls to savory dishes. In Red Hots, it's used to give the candy its famous "hot" sensation.

How They Are Made

Red Hots are a type of hard candy. This means they are made by heating sugar, water, and corn syrup to a very high temperature. Then, flavorings and colors are added. As the mixture cools, it hardens into the crunchy candies we know. The inside of a Red Hot is often a little chewier than the hard outer shell.

History of Red Hots

Red Hots have been around for a long time, bringing their spicy sweetness to generations of candy lovers. They are made by the Ferrara Candy Company, which is known for many classic candies.

The Ferrara Candy Company

The Ferrara Candy Company has a long history of making popular sweets. They started in 1908 and have created many candies that people enjoy. Red Hots are one of their well-known products, showing how a simple, bold flavor can become a favorite.

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