Fun Facts
when was the 9th flavor added?
1954.
What inspired the dum dum name?
a sales manager decided dum dum was an easy word for kids to say.
when was the 10th flavor added?
1955.
What is dum dums most popular flavor?
blu raspberry.
how many dum dums are in a pound?
50.
what used to happen when you collected dum dum wrappers back then?
you would earn points and get cool stuff for free or reduced prices.
where do dum dums originate from?
Bellevue, Ohio.
where is the dum dum factory located today?
Bryan, Ohio.
which state likes dum dums best?
Idaho.
how many dum dum flavors are there?
16.
what was the eighth flavor?
root beer.
When were dum dums made?
they were created in 1924.
How many dum dums are made in a day?
12 million dum dums are manufactured a day.
When did dum dums become very popular?
in the 1930s.
how many flavors can you get in one mystery dum dum?
2.
What is the dum dum slogan?
make life pop.
who bought dum dums from Akron candy in 1953?
Spanler candy.
How long does it take for a dum dum to expire?
36 months (3 years).
what was the most popular limited edition dum dum flavor?
berry lemonade.
what are the newest dum dum flavors (not limited edition)?
cherry cola and pink lemonade.
what is the name of the dum dum mascot?
The drum man.
what are the original 7 flavors?
lemon lime, orange, coconut, cherry, pineapple, grape, and butterscotch.
What is the mystery dum dum flavor?
The extra liquid sugar stuff.
why are dum dums popular?
people noticed it was free of most of the major food allergens, including gluten, dairy, nuts, eggs, fish, and shellfish.
what was the tenth and ninth flavor?
strawberry is 9th and chocolate is 10th.