Candy Cane Creation and History Quiz

The video explores the history and modern production of candy canes. It begins with the origin of candy canes in 1670 by a choir master in Germany and their evolution in America with added peppermint flavor and red stripes. The video then details the modern manufacturing process, including cooking, cooling, and shaping the candy canes, and concludes with the packaging process and the scale of production at companies like Hammond's and Spangler.

Who is credited with inventing the first candy cane?

• An Italian chef

• A French baker

• An American confectioner

• A German choir master

What was the original purpose of the candy cane?

• To symbolize the shepherd's crook

• To serve as a dessert

• To decorate Christmas trees

• To keep children quiet during services

What new elements were added to candy canes in America?

• Chocolate and caramel

• Peppermint flavor and red stripes

• Vanilla and blue stripes

• Lemon flavor and green stripes

What are the main ingredients used in making candy canes?

• Corn syrup and sugar

• Butter and salt

• Flour and water

• Milk and eggs

At what temperature is the candy cane mixture cooked?

• 200°

• 250°

• 288°

• 320°

What process makes the candy cane stark white?

• Incorporating air

• Adding milk

• Adding sugar

• Using bleach

How many twists does each candy cane get during production?

• Seven

• Five

• Three

• Ten

What technology is used to ensure the correct placement of candy canes for packaging?

• A conveyor belt

• A robotic arm

• A camera system

• A manual operator

How many candy canes does the Spangler candy company produce daily?

• 2 million

• 500,000

• 1 million

• 1.5 million

What is the significance of the candy cane's crook shape?

• It helps in packaging

• It makes the candy easier to hold

• It represents a shepherd's crook

• It is purely decorative