How It's Made - Candy Canes

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What is the weight of each log of hot candy used to make candy canes?

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100 pounds

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How are candy canes placed into boxes after production?

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They are put in by robotic arms.

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What is the substance that turns the batch of hot and sticky goop white?

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Air

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How many candy canes can be made from one batch?

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3200 candy canes.

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How long does it take to make a box of candy canes?

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30 minutes.

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What is a candy cane?

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A candy cane is a hard candy shaped like a cane, traditionally flavored with peppermint.

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What is the main ingredient in candy canes?

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Sugar is the main ingredient in candy canes.

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What process is used to shape candy canes?

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The hot candy is pulled and twisted into shape.

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What is the purpose of cooling the candy canes?

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Cooling helps them harden and maintain their shape.

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What flavor is most commonly associated with candy canes?

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Peppermint flavor is most commonly associated with candy canes.