Civil War Time Capsule
Civil War Time Capsule
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Civil War Era Candy: Explore an Authentic Civil War Candy Box and Classic 1800s Candy
EXCLUSIVE to TRUE TREATS! Who knew Civil War soldiers ate candy during the war? Or that it often doubled as medicine? You’ll get an upfront taste of the secret history of authentic civil war era candy and treats in this easy-to-open/easy-to-close civil war candy box. All 12 samples are described in a letter from your guide, Terri the Time Traveler, with stories of each selection, fascinating to kids and grown-ups. You’ll also find a copy of a sketch of Union soldiers sharing their food with Confederate counterparts on the battlefield, drawn by renowned publisher and
Product Details
Product Details
12 samples in a 2 3⁄4 x 6" capsule
Sorghum Drops: Sorghum & Cane sugar; Jelly Beans: Sugar, Corn Syrup, Cornstarch, Modified Cornstarch, Maltodextrin, FD&C Red 40, Yellow 6, Yellow 5, Titanium Dioxide (for color), Blue 1, Red 3, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Carnauba Wax, Beeswax, Confectioner's Glaze. Molasses Pulls: Corn Syrup, Sugar, Milk, Vegetable Oils and Fats, Molasses, Stain Glass:(Sugar, Corn Syrup, Flavor, FD&C Colors), Cacao: (Cacao Beans), Amber Beet: (Raw beet sugar) Cranberries: (Dehydrated Cranberries) Hard Tack: (Flour, Salt, Water), Maple Drops: (Maple Sugar with Cane Sugar) Licorice Root: (Licorice Root) Blackberry Drops: (Cane Sugar, Corn or Dextrose Syrup, Citric Acid, Soy Bean Oil, Artificial Flavor and Artificial Color FD&C Yellow #5 and #6, Red #3, and Blue#1) Necco Wafer:Sugar, Corn Syrup, Gelatin , Natural & Artificial Flavors, Vegetable Gums (Gum Tragacanth Arabic & Xanthan), Chocolate , Citric Acid, Fd & Colors Yellow 5& 6, Blue 1, Red 3, and Red 40) Sugar Cubes: (Pure cane sugar)
Allergen Disclaimer: Please note that our products are made in a facility that processes peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, soy, and wheat. While we take precautions to prevent cross-contamination, we cannot guarantee that our products are allergen-free.
Historical Insights
Historical Insights
Civil War Did you Know?
- Sweets and treats from molasses taffy to cacao nibs were eaten by both Union and Confederate soldiers.
- Sugar was an important part of soldiers’ diets, when they could get it.
- Abolitionists boycotted cane sugar because of its role in enslavement. Some of these sugars, such as sorghum, were replacements in the Civil War.
- A popular source of sugar, among other things, was cranberries, distributed to Union soldiers.
The content is based on the research of True Treats’ founder Susan Benjamin. Find her most recent books here.
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Civil War Era Candy: Inside the Civil War Candy Box and the World of 1800s Candy
Civil War Did you Know? Sweets and treats from molasses taffy to cacao nibs were eaten by both Union and Confederate soldiers. Sugar was an important part of soldiers’ diets, when they could get it. Abolitionists boycotted cane sugar because of its role in enslavement. Some of these sugars, such as sorghum, were replacements in the Civil War. A popular source of sugar, among other things, was cranberries, distributed to Union soldiers. The content is based on the research of True Treats’ founder Susan Benjamin. Find her most recent books here.
The Sweet Journey Through Time Starts Here!
True Treats is the only historically accurate candy store in the world, bringing the past to life through researched sweets, teas, syrups, and more. Every product is rooted in history, telling the story of how people from all walks of life enjoyed treats through time. Leading this effort is Susan, a nationally recognized candy historian, researcher, and author who appears regularly on TV, radio, and in major publications. With over 40 years of experience, she has written ten books and founded True Treats to share the fascinating history of candy in a fun and delicious way. Susan’s work uncovers the surprising origins of America’s favorite sweets, from ancient uses of sugar to the candies of the 1900s. Through True Treats, Susan makes history an interactive experience, allowing customers to taste the past while learning the stories behind every bite.
