Dots

Dots Candy History Dots candy is a brand of fruit-flavored gumdrops that have been popular in the United States for many decades. The candy was first introduced in 1945 by the Mason Company, which was based in Brooklyn, New York.The original name of the candy was "Mason Dots,"...

Dots Candy History

Dots candy is a brand of fruit-flavored gumdrops that have been popular in the United States for many decades. The candy was first introduced in 1945 by the Mason Company, which was based in Brooklyn, New York.

The original name of the candy was "Mason Dots," but it was later shortened to simply "Dots." The candy was an instant success, thanks in part to its unique texture and flavor.

Over the years, the packaging and branding of Dots candy have changed, but the candy itself has remained largely the same. Today, Dots are sold in a variety of flavors, including cherry, grape, lemon, lime, and orange.

In 1972, the Mason Company was acquired by the Warner-Lambert Company, which later merged with Pfizer. Today, Dots candy is owned by Tootsie Roll Industries, which acquired the brand in 1972 as part of its acquisition of the Mason Company.

Despite changes in ownership, Dots candy remains a popular candy in the United States, particularly among those who enjoy the chewy texture and fruity flavors of gumdrops.

Dots Candy Memories

Dots!! Wow!! This was the first candy I ever remember trying as a child. My family and I went to the movies to watch Star Wars. I devoured a whole box before Hans Solo was introduced in the movie. After the movie I remember my Dad buying one more box for the ride home.

Dots Mason Box

I just love the texture and the burst of flavor from each one. My favorite was to eat a yellow and green at the same time. My wife to this day makes fun of me for my candy choice. I still purchase Dots from time to time at our local grocery store. With all the new candies on the market, Dots is the one I continue to buy. I can never grow tired of the great candy. Every time I eat Dots I think of the "Force". ~ Simon from Tennessee

I am a baby boomer and remember with great fondness my love of Dots, especially the licorice ones. My grandfather used to work as a janitor on Saturdays at the local movie theatre in my small hometown in Southwestern Michigan. I would often go with him and while he was cleaning up, I would be going through the isles looking for unopened boxes of candy. When I would go to the movies, boxes of Dots were a nickel and I could never get enough. I'm still that happy kid in my mind and I still love my Dots. It's so wonderful to know that I can still find my favorite candy 50+ years later. ~Malissia for Michigan