Corn Infographic: Fun Facts and History

Candy corn, a sweet treat that's synonymous with Halloween, has been delighting people for over 135 years. But how much do you really know about this iconic candy? From its creation in 1880 to its current popularity, here are some fun facts and history about candy corn.

The Early Years

Candy corn was created in 1880 by George Renninger, a worker at the Wunderle Candy Company in Philadelphia. The original recipe consisted of just eight ingredients and three colors: white, yellow, and orange. The tri-color treat was originally called 'Chicken Feed,' but was later renamed candy corn due to its resemblance to real corn kernels.

Fun Facts

* Did you know that candy corn is vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and egg-free?

* In 2015 alone, over 9 billion kernels of candy corn were manufactured, enough to circle the moon 21 times if laid end to end.

* The majority of people (47%) eat the whole piece of candy at once, while 43% prefer to start with the white or yellow ends. Only 10% eat the narrow side first.

* Candy corn is not just limited to Halloween; it's produced for various holidays throughout the year.

History and Development

The candy refining industry took a significant step forward when it developed an Energy Performance Indicator (EPI) in 2002, allowing facilities to benchmark and track energy consumption. This reduction in energy use led to a 4.3% decrease in overall energy consumption by the corn refining industry.

Leftover Candy Corn?

Don't toss that leftover candy corn! It can be used for a variety of creative purposes, such as making Vampire Fangs Cocktails or adding it to desserts.

Candy corn has come a long way since its creation in 1880. From its humble beginnings to its current popularity, this sweet treat has captured the hearts of people around the world. Whether you eat it on Halloween or throughout the year, candy corn is sure to remain a beloved favorite for years to come.

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