Over the years, Oh Henry Candy Bars have been associated with Hank Aaron the baseball player, and O.Henry the author. The candy may have been introduced in 1920 - if you are confused, read further - and, in reality, its name came from a young man who used to come to the candy store where chocolate was being made and sold.
Here's some interesting trivia that further sheds light on the origins of the O’Henry Bar postulating that this delicious chocolate and peanut amalgamation may trace its roots back to Incan culture.
Hiram Bingham, in his 1911 book, “Last City of the Incas,” highlighting the creation of Machu Picchu Last City of the Incas, mentions on Page 140 that natives made his group an emergency ration consisting of crude candy sugar and a handful of roasted peanuts placed in an oblong-shaped log of hardwood which the explorers enjoyed on their return journey.
This timeline coincides with an unverified account of a similar candy – The Tom Henry Bar - being invented in 1910 which gives credibility to the O’Henry Bar being mentioned in a 1915 Tom Swift novel that said it was used an “energy bar” during the First World War.
Regardless of where the name came from, this candy bar fills all the criteria for being delicious with peanuts, caramel, and rich milk chocolate!
Over the years, Oh Henry Candy Bars have been associated with Hank Aaron the baseball player, and O.Henry the author. The candy may have been introduced in 1920 - if you are confused, read further - and, in reality, its name came from a young man who used to come to the candy store where chocolate was being made and sold.
Here's some interesting trivia that further sheds light on the origins of the O’Henry Bar postulating that this delicious chocolate and peanut amalgamation may trace its roots back to Incan culture.
Hiram Bingham, in his 1911 book, “Last City of the Incas,” highlighting the creation of Machu Picchu Last City of the Incas, mentions on Page 140 that natives made his group an emergency ration consisting of crude candy sugar and a handful of roasted peanuts placed in an oblong-shaped log of hardwood which the explorers enjoyed on their return journey.
This timeline coincides with an unverified account of a similar candy – The Tom Henry Bar - being invented in 1910 which gives credibility to the O’Henry Bar being mentioned in a 1915 Tom Swift novel that said it was used an “energy bar” during the First World War.
Regardless of where the name came from, this candy bar fills all the criteria for being delicious with peanuts, caramel, and rich milk chocolate!
Never received candy. Refund given with no explanation.
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Guest
Excellent experience
Candyfavorites.com made shopping for my husband's favorite candy a breeze. He loves O'Henry bars ,which are hard to find. The candy arrived quickly, well packaged and fresh. Thank-you for a great shopping experience. Will surely buy again :blush:
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Guest
I ordered oh henry's and
I ordered oh henry's and necco wafers. I've shared them with everybody at work and we've enjoyed them very much! I wish for 7up bars
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Nancy M.
Candy was delivered quickly and
Candy was delivered quickly and is nice and fresh.
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Gary B.
It tasted just like it
It tasted just like it did over 10 years ago. Shared some with friends and the smiles and comments you knew that you had shared a great candy bar. It was nice to see that the bar is now a double bar. GREAT JOB.
Everything Wonderful...Fresh always, Deliver Quick. The only think was the order was large & in one bag would have liked in two bags. Recommend to everyone...Thank you Always
Great candy. Wonderful people and owner. We will be back!!!
Thank you for the kind words! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed our Angel Mints. Our team takes pride in selling delicious candies and we are grateful for your support. The owner of our company also wanted me to pass along his appreciation. He said he truly enjoyed talking with you and sends warm regards your way. We hope to see you again soon!
This is our schools top seller! Taste amazing, and our general manager can't go a single day without stealing from the jar!
We're thrilled to hear that our Gummi Hot Dogs Bulk are a hit at your school. We agree, they are as whimsical as they are delicious! We hope your general manager enjoys them just as much. Have a great day and thansk for choosing CandyFavorites.com
These are surprisingly very good. They remind me of a snickers.
Thanks for leaving a review for our Original Dark Chocolate Peanut Chews Bite Size. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed them and found them similar to a Snickers. Good call in terms of taste comparison! Our Dark Chocolate Peanut Chews are a classic and beloved treat on the East Coast and well worth the effort to find! Thanks for choosing CandyFavorites.com!
I forgot how chocolatey it is! I haven’t had one since the late 70’s-80’s. I wonder why we no longer see them in our stores?
So happy to have a box full all to myself.😁
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Great service, nice selection of products at good prices, fast delivery, will order again
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My dentist advised to have sugarless if one wants something sweet after meals
My dentist advised to have sugarless if one wants something sweet after meals. Since following that advice have never had another cavity, and it's been years. Sugarless hard candy satisfies sweet tooth and keeps mouth from being dry.
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