What it is
Chalky sugar sticks, gum or chocolate wrapped to look like cigarettes. Some puff out powdered sugar like smoke.
The story
- late 1800s: first made. The first maker is not recorded in our sources.
Fun facts
- North Dakota banned them from 1953 to 1967.
- In the US they can still be sold but cannot be labeled as cigarettes, so many are now called candy sticks.
- Banned in New South Wales since 1999 and in Latvia since 2005.
- A 1990 study found sixth graders who ate them were twice as likely to smoke.
Are Candy cigarettes still made?
Yes. Candy cigarettes are still made, by several makers; the largest is World Confections, Inc. of New Jersey. Look for it at candy shops that stock old-fashioned candy, or search for Candy cigarettes on Amazon.
If you like Candy cigarettes
- Nik-L-Nip wax bottles (early 1900s): Little wax bottles filled with fruit syrup.
- Fun Dip (1940s): Flavored sugar powder in pouches with two candy sticks, the Lik-A-Stix, for dipping.
- Wax lips (mid-1900s): Big red lips molded from flavored wax.
- Candy necklace (1958): Little pastel candy rings strung on elastic to wear and nibble.
See every candy from the Before 1900 or all novelty candy.
Frequently asked questions
When did Candy cigarettes come out?
Candy cigarettes were first made in the late 1800s. The first maker is not recorded.
Who makes Candy cigarettes now?
Several makers; the largest is World Confections, Inc. of New Jersey.
Are Candy cigarettes discontinued?
No. Candy cigarettes are still made by several makers; the largest is World Confections, Inc. of New Jersey.
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Sources
Checked October 22, 2026. Candy cigarettes is a trademark of its owner; this page is not connected to the maker. How we check our facts.
