The History of Candy Canes and what they mean and represent in the customs of Christmas. ... Sometime around 1900 the red stripes were added and they were flavored with peppermint or wintergreen. Sometimes other ... They became more and more popular and he started his own business called Bob's Candies. read more
However, the earliest records of 'candy canes' comes from over 200 years later, so the story, although rather nice, probably isn't true! Sometime around 1900 the red stripes were added and they were flavored with peppermint or wintergreen. Sometimes other Christian meanings are giving to the parts of the canes. The 'J' can also mean Jesus. read more
From Germany, candy canes spread to other parts of Europe, where they were handed out during plays reenacting the Nativity. As such, according to this legend, the candy cane became associated with Christmastide. read more