National Lollipop Day

Child joyfully holding a colorful lollipop, dressed in a retro striped shirt, vintage playground with rainbow-colored swings in the background.. — National lollipop day illustration

Welcome to the sweet world of National Lollipop Day! A day dedicated to celebrating that tiny, sweetness-charged piece of heaven on a stick. The pleasure is all ours as we indulge ourselves in the swirling flavors while reminiscing about this national day's internet history.

When is Lollipop Day?

It's national lollipop day on the 20th July.

How it All Started

The celebration of National Lollipop Day traces back to some online chatter in the early 2000s. It was a tribute to the inventiveness of George Smith who patented the modern lollipop in 1908. Smith named the lollipop after his favorite racehorse, Lolly Pop, thus perpetuating the legacy of the equine star in the world of sugar. Every year, internet users worldwide join a chorus of sweet delight, turning social media into a virtual candy store of sorts.

The Sweetest Day of 2015

Our flavor sensors picked up the most mentions of National Lollipop Day on July 20th, 2015, indicating the sweetest day online. A whopping 7369 mentions echoed through the corridors of the internet, making this sugary treat the talk (or rather lick) of the World Wide Web. It was as if everyone woke up with a collective sweet tooth, turning the day into a virtual sugar rush!

A Celebration for Everyone

Not just for kids, National Lollipop Day celebrations are enjoyed by people of all ages, who give their classic sweet spirit a sweet treat. It rather rejuvenates the childlike joy and innocence in adults. The mentions stream in from all over the globe, demonstrating that the love for this simple treat crosses all boundaries — geographical and age-wise.

History behind the term 'Lollipop'

1784

The Lollypop First Appears in Print

The term 'lollipop' first appeared in print in 1784 in a Scottish dialect word list, where it referred to a type of sweetmeat made with sugar. The exact origin of the word is uncertain, but it may have been influenced by the word 'lolly,' which was a Victorian term for tongue. In the early years, lollipops were often homemade and made with boiled sugar syrup.

1908

The First Machine-Made Lollipops

In 1908, the first machine-made lollipops were produced by the American company Bradley Smith Company. This invention revolutionized the production of lollipops, making them more affordable and widely available. Machine-made lollipops had a consistent shape and size, which made them even more appealing to consumers.

1931

The Birth of the Modern Lollipop

In 1931, the modern form of the lollipop was introduced by the American candy company Racine Confectionery Machine and Manufacturing Company. They created a machine that could place long sticks into the candy, allowing for easier handling and consumption. This innovation led to the iconic image of a round candy on a stick that we associate with lollipops today.

1958

The Introduction of Chupa Chups

In 1958, the Spanish candy company Chupa Chups was founded by Enric Bernat. Chupa Chups revolutionized the lollipop industry by introducing the concept of a lollipop with a flavor-filled center. This innovation added a new level of excitement and surprise to the lollipop experience, making Chupa Chups a global sensation.

2008

Lollipops in Pop Culture

Lollipops have become an iconic symbol in popular culture. They are often associated with childhood, joy, and sweetness. Lollipops have made appearances in various forms of media, including movies, music, and literature. The image of a child happily sucking on a lollipop has become a timeless representation of innocence and happiness.