What is in a lollipop?

A lollipop is a type of confectionery consisting of a hard, often flavored or colored, sugar-based candy stick with a small, typically round piece of hard candy attached to the end. The candy stick is typically made of a combination of sugar, corn syrup, water, and flavoring agents, while the hard candy at the end is usually made from a mixture of sugar, corn syrup, water, and flavoring agents, plus a small amount of acid (usually citric acid) to give it a sour taste. Some lollipops also contain additional ingredients, such as nuts, seeds, or fruit pieces.