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Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth on February 15, because it's National Gumdrop Day! These colorful candies have been a beloved treat for over a century and are often associated with the holiday season. However, they actually have a fascinating history that dates back to ancient Greece and Egypt. Today, gumdrops come in all sorts of flavors and shapes, making them a fun and tasty snack for people of all ages. So go ahead and indulge in some gumdrop goodness on this special day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gumdrop Origins</div><div class='timeline-text'>The creation of gumdrops is attributed to Percy Trusdale, who in the 1800s, introduced the sweet, gelatin-based candy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1915</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gumdrop in a Novel</div><div class='timeline-text'>L. Frank Baum mentions gumdrops in his novel "Queen Zixi of Ix," indicating the candy's popularity during this time.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1953</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gumdrop in Candy Land Game</div><div class='timeline-text'>Gumdrop Mountains were included in the original Candy Land board game, solidifying gumdrops' place in popular culture.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1969</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Apollo 11 Mission</div><div class='timeline-text'>Astronaut Buzz Aldrin jokes about seeing a "gumdrop" when referring to the spaceship that would return him and Neil Armstrong to Earth after walking on the moon.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1997</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gingerbread Houses Trend</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1990s, using gumdrops to decorate gingerbread houses during Christmas season gained popularity, making the candy a traditional holiday confection.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Present Day</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Gumdrop Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Today, people around the United States celebrate National Gumdrop Day every February 15th, honoring this sweet treat and continuing the tradition of gumdrop enjoyment.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a gumdrop art masterpiece</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and use gumdrops to make a colorful and delicious art piece. You can make a mosaic, a sculpture, or even a gumdrop painting!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a gumdrop tasting party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over and have a tasting party with different flavors of gumdrops. See who can guess the most flavors correctly and have fun trying out new combinations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make homemade gumdrops</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put a twist on traditional gumdrops by making your own at home. You can experiment with different flavors and shapes, and have fun decorating them with sprinkles or frosting.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Play a gumdrop-themed game</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Create a game using gumdrops as the main component. You can use them as game pieces, or even create a game where players have to balance gumdrops on their nose!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate gumdrops to a local charity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread the joy of gumdrops by donating them to a local charity or organization. They will appreciate the sweet treat and it will make your National Gumdrop Day celebration even more meaningful.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Gumdrops bring back childhood memories</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The colorful, chewy texture of gumdrops immediately transports us back to our childhood days. Whether we enjoyed them while watching a movie or snacking on them during a road trip, gumdrops hold a special place in our hearts and bring us warm feelings of nostalgia.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Gumdrops are a versatile treat</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>From topping cakes and cupcakes to decorating gingerbread houses, gumdrops add a burst of color and flavor to any dessert. They can also be used to make fun and creative crafts, making them a fun treat for all ages to enjoy!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>There's a variety of flavors to choose from</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Gumdrops come in a variety of fruity flavors such as lemon, orange, cherry and grape. This makes it easy for everyone to find their favorite flavor and indulge in the colorful sweetness of gumdrops on National Gumdrop Day!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Gumdrops Are Older Than You Think</h3><p class='facts-content'>The gumdrop, a type of candy that is gel-based and coated in sugar, was invented in the 19th century making it over 200 years old.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There Are Two Main Types - Spicy and Fruity</h3><p class='facts-content'>Gumdrops come in two main types: spicy, which are traditionally made with spices; and fruity, which are made using fruit and juice flavors.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Gumdrops Have a Holiday Connection</h3><p class='facts-content'>Gumdrops are popularly used in holiday baking and crafts, including the decoration of gingerbread houses, which have been a beloved tradition for hundreds of years.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>An American Chemist Helped Popularize Gumdrops</h3><p class='facts-content'>Percy S. Truesdell, an American chemist, helped popularize gumdrops in the early 1900s by improving their texture and durability to make them less sticky and more resilient.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Gumdrops Are a Staple in Candy Board Games</h3><p class='facts-content'>The classic board game Candy Land features gumdrop characters and locations, making gumdrops a staple in this much-loved childhood board game.</p></div></div>
National Gumdrop Day is celebrated on February 15 every year. In 2024 National Gumdrop Day will occur on a Thursday.
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