Yesterday's Medicine - Ginger
Yesterday's Medicine - Ginger
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These wonderful, medicine-inspired candies are made exclusively for True Treats in an authentic 1920s pill capsule mold. The flavor is distinctly ginger, strong enough to enjoy but not so strong it overwhelms. Each candy is “sanded” meaning it is lightly covered with sugar to keep from sticking. Easy to carry around and simple to store.
Why medicine-inspired hard candy? Because hard candies started as medicines, made in apothecaries in various iterations for centuries. Hard candies straddled the line between candy and medicine starting in the 1800s…and still do today (think cough drops). At that time, ginger had been used widely as a remedy for seasickness, upset stomach, and scurvy. An ad for Sanford’s Ginger in 1889 put it this way: “Ginger is the most reliable safeguard against danger that live in food, water, air and climate.” What followed was an impressive list of ailments which readily succumbed to the will of ginger.
We at True Treats honor the medicinal history of hard candies. We also honor today’s versions – not medicines but definitely delights.
Love ginger? Then enjoy our historic ginger tea, candied ginger, and ginger dipped in handmade chocolate.
Want ideas for ginger candy? See our Ideas and Inspirations dropdown.
Product Details
Product Details
Size: 6 ounce plastic jar
Sugar, Corn Syrup, Ginger, Natural and Artificial Flavoring and Colors
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.
Ideas and Inspiration
Ideas and Inspiration
Enjoy your Yesterday’s Medicine Ginger Candy:
- A flavoring to mild herbal teas such as chamomile. Enjoy as it slowly dissolves.
- A breath freshener any time of day
- A non-medicinal coating to ease a cough
- A welcome addition to spicy hard candy mixes
- A welcome, low-cal treat, so tasty it makes you feel good.
Yesterday’s medicines are a great gift for any event and a special get-well gift, too!
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Please allow 3-5 business days for processing new retail orders. Many of our products are hand-made and assembled, so some orders may experience some delays depending on availability. Most orders are shipped within 5 business days. If you have any questions or concerns about your order please reach out to us.
When Sweets Were Medicine: A Sugary Past
As improbable as it seems, candy got its start in pharmacies, AKA apothecaries. And if you think about it, most flavors in today’s candy reflect a medicinal past: mint, lemon, licorice, vanilla – and, of course, chocolate, to name a few. Sugar, the most controversial food around, was considered medicinal, used to ease sore throats, cure stomach ailments, and even take on the plague. So significant was sugar to medicine, from the 13 th through 18 th centuries, the expression “like an apothecary without sugar” referred to a dire situation. Today, some experts, including those at the Harvard School of Public Health find that candy is actually good for your health…in moderation! To learn more about the Health-Candy connection, check out our blog - Old Fashion Candy – The Wonder Drug.
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.
