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Dryden & Palmer Rock Candy: For centuries Rock Candy has been recognized as having marked therapeutic and preservative qualities. In fact, in the West, sugar was used only as a medicine or preservative up to the middle of the 18th century when people "discovered" it made a sweet treat as well. The earliest known date that white sugar was refined was about 200 C.E. so it is probable that the further refining into what was later known as "Sugre Candie" was at about that time. Shakespeare in Henry IV (1596) referred to Rock Candy for its therapeutic value as a throat soother for long winded talkers.

During the late 1800's there were several Rock Candy companies in the USA, including one formed in 1880 by the partnership of Charles Dryden and Noah Palmer, which supplied various forms of sugar crystals and sugar syrups as cough-cold remedies, soda fountain syrups and delicious confections. In addition, vast amounts were used in saloons. Every bar had its own creation of Rock & Rye (Rock Candy dissolved in rye whiskey) ostensibly, of course, to cure their patron's colds - or at least to make them forget they had a cold in the first place...!

Prohibition was not kind to the Rock Candy industry and of the many 19th century manufacturers, only Dryden & Palmer Company remains today. The company came into the family of current ownership in 1927 and today the third generation is on the job. Today, Rock Candy is primarily used in two ways: as a delicious candy enjoyed by children and adults alike, and as an elegant sweetening alternative to ordinary table sugar for coffee and tea in fancy hotels and gourmet restaurants. Makes a perfect gift for the coffee lover and is great for your entertaining parties or the perfect hostess gift.

THE * NEW * Dryden & Palmer Rock Candy Demitasse Sticks and Dryden & Palmer Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks are perfect for your Thanksgiving dinner and the Holiday's. Ready to use, BOTH of the Rock Candy Demitasse Sticks and Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks are made with the world famous Dryden & Palmer quality tradition which goes back to 1880. Rock Candy sugar imparts a smooth, more "cordial" sweetness to after dinner coffees, teas and favorite beverages. Give your family and friends a memorable finish to their wonderful meal with Dryden & Palmer Rock Candy Demitasse Sticks and Dryden & Palmer Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks. Let the smooth taste and unique crystal sparkle make your family dinner and party friends last impression of your special meal a great one...! Your family dinner or special party guests can't get any better than that...!!!

Gourmet Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks Click for a larger image

* NEW * Dryden & Palmer Gourmet Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks "Coffee Stirrers" Net Wt. 4.50 ounces (125g). Boxed set contains Ten (10) Gourmet Rock Candy Swizzle Stick Coffee Stirrers... An Elegant and fun way of sweetening your coffee or tea. These Dryden and Palmer Gourmet Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks coffee stirrers are made of crystallized pure cane sugar on a wooden stick with a ball on the end. They are the crowing touch to any meal and will add elegance to the ordinary...! Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks are used to sweeten and garnish large coffees. Sweeten as you stir...! They make a perfect gift for the coffee lover and are great for entertaining or the perfect hostess gift. Use these Gourmet Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks to stir some sweetness into your coffee or tea or enjoy as old fashion rock candy treat for the children. The boxed set contains ten (10) Gourmet Rock Candy Swizzle Size coffee or drink stirrers, average length 5-3/4" long, just the right size for sweetening espresso, cappuccino, latte or a cup of coffee, tea or favorite beverage. From Dryden and Palmer, a quality 1880 New England company. Made in the U.S.A.

Stock # YGDPRCSWZBX1 $6.95

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TWIN BOXES OF Dryden & Palmer Gourmet Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks "Coffee Stirrers" Buy TWO - Use one for surprise guests. SAVE 10% Dryden & Palmer Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks - Two (2) Boxes NET WT 9.00 ounces (250g) total. Rock Candy sugar imparts a smooth, more "cordial" sweetness to after dinner coffees and teas. Give your family and friends a memorable finish to their wonderful meal with Dryden & Palmer Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks. Let the smooth taste and unique crystal sparkle make your family dinner and party friends last impression of your special meal a great one...! Add a spare box of Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks to your entertaining cabinet today. Makes a perfect gift for the coffee lover and is great for family entertaining or the perfect hostess gift.

Stock # YGDPRCSWZTWN $12.50

Rock Candy Demitasse Sticks Click for a larger image

* NEW * Dryden & Palmer Rock Candy "Demitasse Sticks - Coffee Stirrers" Net Wt. 3.95 ounces (112g). Boxed set contains Sixteen (16) Dryden & Palmer Gourmet Rock Candy Demitasse Sticks... For an elegant alternative to ordinary table sugar, use Dryden and Palmer Rock Candy Demitasse Sticks. These coffee stirrers are made of crystallized pure cane sugar on a wooden stick with a ball on the end. Elegant and fun way of sweetening your savory dinner coffee or refreshing cup of tea. Makes a perfect gift for the coffee lover and is great for entertaining or the perfect hostess gift. Use these Gourmet Rock Candy Demitasse Sticks Coffee Stirrers to stir some sweetness into your coffee or tea or enjoy as old fashion rock candy treat for the children. The boxed set contains sixteen (16) Demitasse Size coffee or drink stirrers, average length 4-3/4" long. Just the right size for making any cup of coffee, tea, or beverage, a gourmet delight...! Demitasse Sticks are perfect for coffee, Expresso, Cappuccino, Latte. Irish Coffee becomes extra special...!!! From Dryden and Palmer, a quality 1880 New England company. Made in the U.S.A...!

Stock # YGDPRCDMTBX1 $6.95

Rock Candy Demitasse Sticks Click for a larger image

TWIN BOXES OF Dryden & Palmer Rock Candy "Demitasse Sticks - Coffee Stirrers" Buy TWO - Use one for surprise guests. SAVE 10% Dryden & Palmer Rock Candy Demitasse Sticks - Two (2) Boxes NET WT 7.90 ounces (224g) total. Rock Candy sugar imparts a smooth, more "cordial" sweetness to after dinner coffees and teas. Give your family and friends a memorable finish to their wonderful meal with Dryden & Palmer Rock Candy Demitasse Sticks. Let the smooth taste and unique crystal sparkle make your family dinner and party friends last impression of your special meal a great one...! Add a spare box of Rock Candy Demitasse Sticks to your entertaining cabinet today. Makes a perfect gift for the coffee lover and is great for family entertaining or the perfect hostess gift.

Stock # YGDPRCDMTTWN $12.50

Yankee Grocery Duet of Rock Candy Demitasse Sticks and Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks Click for a larger image

YANKEE GROCERY'S DUET COLLECTION OF THE NEW D&P Rock Candy Demitasse Sticks and D&P Gourmet Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks SAMPLE BOTH TYPES - Use one for a family dinner sweet surprise and one for those special party guests. SAVE 10% Duet Collection consists of One (1) box each of Rock Candy Demitasse Sticks and One (1) box each of Swizzle Sticks - A special Two (2) Box Collection. Rock Candy sugar imparts a smooth, more "cordial" sweetness to after dinner coffees and teas. Give your family and friends a memorable finish to their wonderful meal with Dryden & Palmer Rock Candy Demitasse Sticks and Dryden & Palmer Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks. Let the smooth taste and unique crystal sparkle make your family dinner and party friends last impression of your special meal a great one...!

Stock # YGDPRCDSDUET $12.50

Yankee Grocery Trio of White, Amber and Assorted Gourmet Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks Click for a larger image

*** NEW *** YANKEE GROCERY'S TRIO COLLECTION OF Dryden & Palmer Gourmet Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks... SAMPLE ALL 3 COLLECTIONS - Use one for a family dinner sweet surprise, one for those special party guests, and one for a special coffee drinkers gift. SAVE 10% The Trio Collection consists of One (1) box each of Original White Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks and One (1) box each of Amber (Caramel Color) Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks and One (1) box each of Assorted Flavors Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks - A special Three (3) piece Box Collection. Rock Candy sugar imparts a smooth, more "cordial" sweetness to after dinner coffees and teas. Give your family and friends a memorable finish to their wonderful meal with Dryden & Palmer Gourmet Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks. Let the smooth taste and unique crystal sparkle make your family dinner and party friends last impression of your special meal a great one...!

Stock # YGDPRCDSTRIO $18.75

ROCK CANDY CRYSTALS for Children Click for a larger image

* NEW * ROCK CANDY CRYSTALS for CHILDREN and ADULTS - By Dryden & Palmer - BIG SIX (6) PAK SIZE Dryden & Palmer - America's first name in Rock Candy since 1880. Originally a sore throat remedy in Europe, Rock Candy soon became known as a sweet treat to generations of Americans. Dryden & Palmer since 1880, has preserved the time-honored tradition of refining pure cane sugar into uniquely delicious Rock Candy crystals. Dryden & Palmer is the only 19th Century American manufacturer of Rock Candy still carrying on the sweet old fashion rock candy tradition today. The BIG SIX (6) PAK SIZE consists of Six (6) 2.5 ounce boxes of Original White Rock Candy Crystals. These small boxes of Rock Candy Crystals fit into shirt pockets, lunch boxes, book sacks for school, office desk or on the kitchen table for all to sample...! Rock Candy Crystals imparts a smooth, more "cordial" sweetness to after dinner coffees and teas or enjoy as old fashion rock candy treat for the children. Super family stocking stuffer or children's special party treat...! Let the smooth taste and unique Rock Candy Crystals sparkle...! Rock candy crystals are about the size of a pea. Pure cane sugar with no sticks or strings attached...!

Stock # YGDPRC6BXCRYSTL $6.95

Add a little special taste and unique flavor to your gift baskets, anniversary's, special events, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner and wedding reception with Dryden & Palmer Gourmet Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks "Coffee Stirrers"...! Individually Wrapped in Cellophane "Original-White, Amber (Caramel Color) or Assorted Flavors" Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks Wedding Favors... treat your party friends and guests to something sugary and sweet, something that they have never tried before. We offer the most unique selection of delicious rock candy wedding favors in New England.

A wedding is a very special day that deserves the best for you and your reception guests. Sweeten your special day with Dryden & Palmer Gourmet Rock Candy wedding favors to help make your special day "Sweet"... and your party guests will love you for it...! For lovers who are passionate about sweets, we offer an "Elegant and Fun Way" of sweetening your wedding reception guests coffee or beverage... Dryden & Palmer Gourmet Rock Candy Swizzle Sticks "Coffee and Beverage Stirrers" are made of crystallized pure cane sugar on a wooden stick with a ball on the end. Stir some sweetness into your bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, wedding reception guests coffee, tea, and beverage, or they may enjoy, as a delicious "old fashion rock candy" treat. Perfect for Valentines Day and honeymoon gifts too...!!!

Dryden & Palmer Gourmet Rock Candy Case of 72 - Individually Wrapped in Cellophane "ORIGINAL WHITE" Swizzle Sticks. Rock Candy sugar imparts a smooth, more "cordial" sweetness to after dinner coffees and teas or enjoyed, as a "old fashion rock candy" treat. Give your family, party friends and guests a memorable finish to their wonderful meal with Dryden & Palmer Gourmet Rock Candy ORIGINAL-WHITE Swizzle Sticks. Let the smooth taste and unique crystal sparkle make your family dinner and party friends last impression of your special meal a great one...! Add a spare box of Gourmet Rock Candy White Swizzle Sticks to your entertaining cabinet today. Makes a perfect gift for the coffee lover and is great for family entertaining, special parties or the perfect hostess gift...!

Stock # YGDPRCSWZCSWHT $38.95

Dryden & Palmer Gourmet Rock Candy Case of 72 - Individually Wrapped in Cellophane "AMBER-CARAMEL" Swizzle Sticks. Rock Candy sugar imparts a smooth, more "cordial" sweetness to after dinner coffees and teas or enjoyed, as a "old fashion rock candy" treat. Give your family, party friends and guests a memorable finish to their wonderful meal with Dryden & Palmer Gourmet Rock Candy AMBER-CARAMEL Swizzle Sticks. Let the smooth taste and unique crystal sparkle make your family dinner and party friends last impression of your special meal a great one...! Add a spare box of Gourmet Rock Candy Amber Swizzle Sticks to your entertaining cabinet today. Makes a perfect gift for the coffee lover and is great for family entertaining, special parties or the perfect hostess gift...!

Stock # YGDPRCSWZCSAMBR $38.95

Dryden & Palmer Gourmet Rock Candy Case of 72 - Individually Wrapped in Cellophane "ASSORTED FLAVORS" Swizzle Sticks. Rock Candy sugar imparts a smooth, more "cordial" sweetness to after dinner coffees and teas or enjoyed, as a "old fashion rock candy" treat. Give your family, party friends and guests a memorable finish to their wonderful meal with Dryden & Palmer Gourmet Rock Candy ASSORTED FLAVORS Swizzle Sticks. Let the smooth taste and unique crystal sparkle make your family dinner and party friends last impression of your special meal a great one...! Add a spare box of Gourmet Rock Candy Assorted Flavor Swizzle Sticks to your entertaining cabinet today. Makes a perfect gift for the coffee lover and is great for family entertaining, special parties or the perfect hostess gift...!

Stock # YGDPRCSWZCSASRTD $38.95

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