Old-fashioned rock candy is a sweet and simple treat that evokes nostalgia. However, making it at home is a time-consuming endeavor. Is it worth it?

Rock, a candy made in stick shapes, has been synonymous with the British seaside for over a century. Now it’s vanishing because of cheaper Chinese imports.

Rock, a candy made in stick shapes, has been synonymous with the British seaside for over a century. Now it’s vanishing because of cheaper Chinese imports.