Recently we heard a rumor that Pixy Stix could be discontinued shortly.
While we are still determining the validity of this rumor or what is happening with them, we will continue to update you all as we learn more. Of course, we will also continue to sell them as long as possible.
You only know how good you have it once you lose it....
That saying can undoubtedly be true for Pixy Stix and my relationship with the sugary candy. I have never been one to love Pixy Stix because I am much more of a chocolate lover. However, since I heard the rumor, I couldn't stop thinking about the candy and how much I would miss it if it were discontinued.
Pixy Stix has a long history in the candy world and is unique. Losing them would be a loss for candy history and the candy industry. The candy started as a drink mix in the 1930s that was called Frutola.
The sugary mix was intended to be mixed with water to create a sweeter and more enjoyable experience while drinking water. However, kids enjoyed eating the powder straight from the packaging for its strong and sweet flavor instead of being mixed with water.
The creator, John Fish Smith, noticed the enjoyment kids were getting from the powder, and to encourage this, he added a spoon to the packaging and changed the name to Fruzola.
Before Pixy Stix, there was Lik-M-Aid, now known as Fun Dip. Lik-M-Aid came out two years before Pixy Stix. However, the candy is slightly different, but the good news is that Lik-M-Aid is still available.
Instead of just pouring the flavored sugar in your mouth with Lik-M-Aid and Fun Dip, there is a sugar stick that you lick and dip into the powder to eat it.
Pixy Stix didn't come out until 1952 after being invented in St. Louis, Missouri, by Sunline Inc.
While parents weren't fond of the sugar tube candy, kids loved it. Its classic flavors include Cherry, Grape, Maui Punch, and Orange
Some additional flavors, such as Cucumber Watermelon - no, not a typo and one of the stranger candy flavors we have come across - and Mango Lime, have been seen since the candy's debut.
In addition, the classic paper straws filled with flavored sugar are sold under the Wonka brand, inspired by the beloved children's story of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Pixy Stix, similar to Sweetarts, has a sweet and tart flavor profile, giving you the best of both worlds. While it is considered a simple candy, it delivers great flavor.
We hope that this discontinuation of Pixy Stix is just a rumor and nothing more. We have already lost so many beloved candies in the past due to them being discontinued.
To take a walk down Candy Memory Lane, please click HERE.
So if you are a Pixy Stix lover, I might pick up some extra ones or savor the ones that you have because you never know when they won't be available anymore.
