How Hard Candy Is Made | WIRED

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Sugar Smith Greg Cohen and the staff from Lofty Pursuits make traditional Christmas candy using century’s old techniques and equipment at their shop in Tallahassee, Florida. Watch and see how Greg and the staff make some of most popular styles of holiday hard candies: Candy canes, Sugar plum drops and more.
You can see more of them making candy at: / loftypursuits
at the Public Displays of Confection website www.pd.net
and on their weekly podcast called “Lofty Pursuits”.
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  • @sajjadsaddam2012
    @sajjadsaddam20122 жыл бұрын

    At this point, I don't know if he is a scientist or candy maker. He really loves what he does, and I like it !

  • @tracy4290

    @tracy4290

    2 жыл бұрын

    The cool thing is: He's both!

  • @CJxLuvly

    @CJxLuvly

    2 жыл бұрын

    A bit of both!!

  • @meppy9945

    @meppy9945

    2 жыл бұрын

    There is a thing called a food scientist lol

  • @codespace1337

    @codespace1337

    2 жыл бұрын

    He's a scientist, a candy maker, and an historian.

  • @ashokiimc

    @ashokiimc

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@c-r0w you don't know what Non Newtonian fluid is right?

  • @SageMerric
    @SageMerric2 жыл бұрын

    9:59 The coolest thing about this is the way the boss talks to his staff. He actually respects them as fellow professionals and works alongside them. The best bosses are the ones who don't feel like bosses, you love to see it.

  • @jaydens5348

    @jaydens5348

    2 жыл бұрын

    The best boss isn't a boss, they are leaders in the workplace

  • @ilearncode7365

    @ilearncode7365

    2 жыл бұрын

    I think the coolest thing is that they make candy by hand. I think that is a bigger selling point than the way he treats employees.

  • @miguelg4556

    @miguelg4556

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah at some point he seemed to defer to his employee - you do love to see it

  • @karanfield4229

    @karanfield4229

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yip. Never had one of those personally.

  • @deukonhy

    @deukonhy

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@miguelg4556 Hi Miguel, what does 'to defer to his employee' mean? I googled it but i still don't quite get it. :)

  • @SemenTheSailor
    @SemenTheSailor Жыл бұрын

    It doesn’t matter what they do, it could be the most boring job in the world, if you listen to someone who genuinely loves what they do talk about their job, it will always be fascinating. The passion, love and energy just makes it seem like they have the best job in the world.

  • @elonwhatever

    @elonwhatever

    4 ай бұрын

    Not to mention the knowledge. People that do a job with such passion and love have a lot of knowledge built up over the years

  • @TeyaeTv

    @TeyaeTv

    3 күн бұрын

    🙏🙏Blessings forever GOD loves y'all too forever tell everyone you know and don't know. Jesus loves y'all too forever. Teach everyone how to see and enjoy their blessings too forever

  • @gwemula
    @gwemula Жыл бұрын

    The Candymaker narrating the entire thing was such a treat! What a legend!

  • @roxcyn

    @roxcyn

    4 ай бұрын

    Yes, he has an awesome channel.

  • @commonsense31
    @commonsense312 жыл бұрын

    It’s rare that you have a older generation and a younger generation. Showing so much passion for their craft! Really amazing

  • @Haldir111

    @Haldir111

    2 жыл бұрын

    There's a whole channel all about this exact topic. Check out Hercules Candy :D You got Mom and Pops showing the new generation how to make all sorts of treats and run a business. It's my go to chill channel. lol

  • @commonsense31

    @commonsense31

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Haldir111 will do 👍

  • @i-am-your-conscience

    @i-am-your-conscience

    2 жыл бұрын

    Well there are other situations where you have those two, and its Hard Candy.

  • @lexie91979

    @lexie91979

    2 жыл бұрын

    what

  • @poorlyeditedvideos448

    @poorlyeditedvideos448

    2 жыл бұрын

    sports does the same thing

  • @oliviafairchild4092
    @oliviafairchild40922 жыл бұрын

    i loved his assistant he clearly loves his job, the lil "mmm smells like pink" was honestly the best part about this.

  • @haramea

    @haramea

    2 жыл бұрын

    IKR

  • @GoddexxJae

    @GoddexxJae

    2 жыл бұрын

    He's so cute, someone drop his Instagram plz

  • @traviscock9043

    @traviscock9043

    2 жыл бұрын

    He said it literally as soon as i read this lmao

  • @midnight-fox7456

    @midnight-fox7456

    2 жыл бұрын

    HOT POT

  • @Cytorb

    @Cytorb

    2 жыл бұрын

    "hot pot!"

  • @KITT.007
    @KITT.007 Жыл бұрын

    It’s very interesting to see how candy is actually made, it’s genuinely satisfying to see the process. The fact that glucose and sucrose can make something so delicious, yet beautiful.

  • @CrazyGaming-ig6qq

    @CrazyGaming-ig6qq

    Жыл бұрын

    and cause diabetes! It's astonishing

  • @lolaartemis

    @lolaartemis

    Жыл бұрын

    You forgot deadly. So delicious, so beautiful, yet so deadly.

  • @slightlyirradiatedmuffin3257

    @slightlyirradiatedmuffin3257

    Жыл бұрын

    @@lolaartemis Pseudoscience

  • @neonatom8646

    @neonatom8646

    Жыл бұрын

    @@lolaartemis Sugar burns might not be deadly but they definitely hurt!

  • @DrNoBrazil

    @DrNoBrazil

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah, we haven't seen those 240 times already...

  • @bitronicc1887
    @bitronicc18879 ай бұрын

    Honestly this shoot went so well that I'm surprised that these guys weren't offered a show making new types of candy and showcasing the history of the various tools each episode. I bet History channel would pick that up.

  • @sterkriger2572

    @sterkriger2572

    6 ай бұрын

    They have a KZread channel that they show all of that. Lofty Pursuits

  • @guocindy4411

    @guocindy4411

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks guys

  • @themugwump33

    @themugwump33

    4 ай бұрын

    I’ve worked for history before. Most execs want to do more stuff like this, but people don’t watch…. So they go after the tried and true formula of “grizzled men doing grizzly things” because that’s what consistently rates well. But KZread is brilliant for this stuff!

  • @bitronicc1887

    @bitronicc1887

    4 ай бұрын

    @@themugwump33 Very interesting, thanks for sharing!

  • @sniperlemming
    @sniperlemming Жыл бұрын

    you seriously couldn't have picked a better person to interview for this story. Greg is amazing and so incredibly knowledgeable.

  • @isitoveryet9525

    @isitoveryet9525

    Жыл бұрын

    & his passion is obvious. This man loves what he does!

  • @shmeeb7883

    @shmeeb7883

    Жыл бұрын

    I watched him for sooooo long and I’m so happy to see that he got an interview!!!

  • @lindahandley5267

    @lindahandley5267

    Жыл бұрын

    The young man helping is going to be a real master by starting so young!

  • @ptronic

    @ptronic

    Жыл бұрын

    candy philosopher

  • @lorraineclark4413

    @lorraineclark4413

    Жыл бұрын

    That guy's curly mop of hair dangling over the candy looks really GROSS. I wouldn't buy candy there.

  • @Atomkaerna
    @Atomkaerna2 жыл бұрын

    I love what he said about seeing himself, not as an owner of the equipment, but instead a caretaker of it. It just sounds so genuine and humble, like he really just cares about the craftsmanship of it all instead of primarily focusing on getting praise or money for what he does. These kinds of people are really the ones who keep things running.

  • @PhantomPh1re

    @PhantomPh1re

    2 жыл бұрын

    in terms of this equipment it's really an apt description. old stuff like this was built to be used forever, so as long as you watch after it and care for it you can use it forever. in that way hes not only preserving the equipment but also preserving the historical use of it.

  • @felixjessup2790

    @felixjessup2790

    2 жыл бұрын

    Honestly, if the world of business were filled with people like this then the world would be 100 times better

  • @LeCharles07

    @LeCharles07

    2 жыл бұрын

    Greg is truly an inspiring individual; he has a real passion for the history and it really shows. Everyone could be a little more like Greg and it wouldn't be a bad thing.

  • @lxs077

    @lxs077

    2 жыл бұрын

    the scissor story was awesome, like his grandfather is working with him in spirit, even though he never met him.

  • @janglangmalatang7475

    @janglangmalatang7475

    Жыл бұрын

    How beautiful words ! Not a owner but instead a caretaker.. remember once you run your own business your not the boss your customers or patience are your boss your guide as they tell you how they want something done you then created something unique thrilling how amazing. 📣try new things create your mind find it 🎭

  • @kikithepupper6774
    @kikithepupper67746 ай бұрын

    wow the man speaking is so articulate and very good at explaining in ways any of us can easily understand. He would be a fantastic professor

  • @ryankuehl7466
    @ryankuehl7466 Жыл бұрын

    My special needs class was fascinated watching this! High quality narration telling this story! Thank you!

  • @JackSalzman

    @JackSalzman

    Жыл бұрын

    Cool, mine too!

  • @JordanBeagle
    @JordanBeagle Жыл бұрын

    13:10 "People seem to forget the history isn't that far away and the future isn't either and were just here in the middle being a caretaker for what's around us." Love this

  • @forestsunset9617

    @forestsunset9617

    Жыл бұрын

    Came for candy, stayed for the deep insights on life

  • @tumblingartist

    @tumblingartist

    Жыл бұрын

    Ikr! It’s a lovely quote

  • @thathobbitlife

    @thathobbitlife

    Жыл бұрын

    That's a great quote

  • @alannoeli74

    @alannoeli74

    Жыл бұрын

    You just have to repeat his sentiment

  • @SyenPie

    @SyenPie

    Жыл бұрын

    I literally had goosebumps hearing his ending remarks. What a profound delightful man, I could listen to him talk for hours.

  • @Dabednego
    @Dabednego2 жыл бұрын

    I got to meet Greg at his store a few years ago. He was making pomegranate image candy that day, and he used some of the candy “dough” to make a rose blossom lollipop for my sister-in-law, who he could tell was having a bad day.

  • @avivaliok8103

    @avivaliok8103

    2 жыл бұрын

    cool!

  • @CelestialKitsune975

    @CelestialKitsune975

    2 жыл бұрын

    Aww, that’s so sweet! (Sorry not sorry)

  • @JebFromWarmDays

    @JebFromWarmDays

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's some magical main character stuff right there

  • @Skyrim_Shuffle

    @Skyrim_Shuffle

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's unfortunate that your SIL was having a bad day at a candy making store. Glad Greg was able to make things a little... Sweeter!

  • @cadamdo1982

    @cadamdo1982

    2 жыл бұрын

    That really doesn't surprise me. He seems like a lovely man.

  • @L33tSkE3t
    @L33tSkE3t7 ай бұрын

    I really wish I had some candy right now. That guy was really enjoyable to listen to.

  • @malekiththewitchking2799
    @malekiththewitchking2799 Жыл бұрын

    You can absolutely tell this is a man who is proud of his craft, and thats absolutely respectable.

  • @Real28
    @Real282 жыл бұрын

    Been a fan of Lofty Pursuits for a while now. This guy knows his candy. He's even been able to reverse engineer candy that's been out of production for years.

  • @Will-jk6nw

    @Will-jk6nw

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's cool, what has he reverse engineered?

  • @eviljbrian

    @eviljbrian

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Will-jk6nw The most recent thing was altoid sours

  • @Will-jk6nw

    @Will-jk6nw

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@eviljbrian sounds awesome.

  • @GP-yc2it

    @GP-yc2it

    2 жыл бұрын

    They have a channel on KZread.

  • @nofurtherwest3474

    @nofurtherwest3474

    2 жыл бұрын

    Why did he name it that? It doesn't sound like a candy store to me, it sound like a urban real estate firm or something.

  • @flowerprincess1615
    @flowerprincess16152 жыл бұрын

    This video makes me want to go to their store and buy all of their candy. The process is gentle and natural, and the owner is so wholesome. I know it taste amazing

  • @nathanwahl9224

    @nathanwahl9224

    2 жыл бұрын

    It is pretty good.

  • @lordfrostdraken

    @lordfrostdraken

    Жыл бұрын

    The owner could be the mascot of all that is good and pure. They are so wholesome

  • @hmalik5232

    @hmalik5232

    Жыл бұрын

    It seems like sugary junk, it‘a not appealing to me

  • @Guy_manson

    @Guy_manson

    Жыл бұрын

    @@hmalik5232 I mean it’s literally sugar candy, I’m not sure what else you’d expect

  • @WraithLK

    @WraithLK

    Жыл бұрын

    @@hmalik5232 it’s literally a candy store lmao

  • @ChikoWhat
    @ChikoWhat Жыл бұрын

    Not only is Greg so knowledgeable and simple with his language, how he works alongside his team shows a lot of trust with two-way communication.

  • @shaolinv8122
    @shaolinv81225 ай бұрын

    i ADORE lofty pursuits im so happy Greg was chosen for an interview this is phenomenal

  • @anxietymarin
    @anxietymarin Жыл бұрын

    He has his own KZread channel, and I watch it all the time. When I went down to Florida, I met him in his shop. He gave me a free t-shirt when I talked about the channel. Truly an amazing guy.

  • @Twinblade34

    @Twinblade34

    Жыл бұрын

    What is the name of the channel?

  • @anxietymarin

    @anxietymarin

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Twinblade34 lofty pursuits

  • @zacharywhite4448

    @zacharywhite4448

    Жыл бұрын

    When I met him at the shop I mentioned the channel but instead of gifting me clothing he wrote me into his will so now whenever he passes away I am set to inherit all of his assets including the candy shop

  • @randompenny1391

    @randompenny1391

    Жыл бұрын

    @@zacharywhite4448 wh

  • @vph7

    @vph7

    Жыл бұрын

    @@zacharywhite4448 When I met him at the shop I mentioned the channel and he gave me his kidney

  • @akittycat2537
    @akittycat25372 жыл бұрын

    Really cool to see Greg get features like this. Been a huge fan of his channel for years.

  • @volcomintality8638

    @volcomintality8638

    2 жыл бұрын

    I saw the thumbnail and was gonna be shocked if it wasn't Greg talking about this topic.

  • @itsgeegra

    @itsgeegra

    2 жыл бұрын

    He's got such a wonderful manner don't he? Just such a sweetheart

  • @thatdevilguy9811

    @thatdevilguy9811

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah I'm so glad that they picked him

  • @ewhitmo1

    @ewhitmo1

    2 жыл бұрын

    Me too!!

  • @kakyointoaster3266

    @kakyointoaster3266

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same! excited to see him finally get recognition.

  • @PBMS123
    @PBMS123 Жыл бұрын

    9:30 WIRED seems to have cut out an important part here. He was saying why they use Mild Steel and not Stainless, and he says that stainless isn't magnetic, but then never says why being magnetic is important.....

  • @experimenter19

    @experimenter19

    Ай бұрын

    If I had to guess so the bars of steel making the rectangle for when they make candy canes stay in place

  • @bernhardwall6876
    @bernhardwall6876 Жыл бұрын

    The level of detail of that central image is what amazes me most about the process of making this kind of candy.

  • @jonsnowver4183
    @jonsnowver4183 Жыл бұрын

    "People seem to forget that history isn't that far away, and the future isn't either. And we're just sort of here in the middle, being a caretaker for what's around us. Ideas, people, friendships, loves. And if we can remember that, everything's as sweet as candy." What a surprisingly nice quote.

  • @antoinettedominguez7697

    @antoinettedominguez7697

    4 ай бұрын

    This is so beautiful and unexpected but I love that a man that makes candy said something so beautiful

  • @Schnozinski
    @Schnozinski2 жыл бұрын

    I've eaten a ton of their candy, which is very expensive (but worth every penny). It's amazing. The way it releases the flavor, and the flavors themselves, are second to none. Even strange flavors you wouldn't think you'd like, are often delicious.

  • @AoiLucine

    @AoiLucine

    2 жыл бұрын

    Ive tried the dill pickle and mushroom flavors; they were really good!

  • @John-dd8kh

    @John-dd8kh

    2 жыл бұрын

    Any good recommendations?

  • @b1zzler

    @b1zzler

    2 жыл бұрын

    you can definitely see why it's expensive in this video 🤯

  • @NoThankUBeQuiet

    @NoThankUBeQuiet

    2 жыл бұрын

    I don't even LIKE hard candy usually and their stuff is incredible

  • @NoThankUBeQuiet

    @NoThankUBeQuiet

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@John-dd8kh Lime Sour is always a great one if you like lime. I love their champagne when they do it. Root beer is also good. Honestly I've even had their assortment of Thanksgiving flavors and even the STUFFING flavor wasn't bad.

  • @nicholassmith7359
    @nicholassmith73598 ай бұрын

    Good for him, I remember watching his channel all the time.

  • @BallsofArt
    @BallsofArt Жыл бұрын

    I love this man being interviewed, you can tell he loves wat he does and hes so humble about it at the same time! He does not at any point try and make himself come across as better than anyone else, the kind of person id love to meet.!!

  • @TheKelpsinator
    @TheKelpsinator2 жыл бұрын

    This guy was really amazing. Please bring him back for more, Wired! He's got such a great knack for explaining and teaching, and I love how smart, informed and passionate he is about his craft. I would love to watch more videos with him talking about anything related to candy! Also, those image candies blew my mind!

  • @MrPortal

    @MrPortal

    2 жыл бұрын

    The Lofty Pursuits KZread channel has lots of candy making videos, all narrated by Greg!

  • @ellibaker8547

    @ellibaker8547

    2 жыл бұрын

    www.KZread.com/LoftyPursuits - I recommend his other videos!

  • @discobones

    @discobones

    2 жыл бұрын

    Check out their youtube channel!! Tons and tons of vids like this.

  • @nguoikhachla8557

    @nguoikhachla8557

    2 жыл бұрын

    Some people are really into sweet. When you like something it shows when you talk about it.

  • @bbean.loosey
    @bbean.loosey2 жыл бұрын

    i love how sustainable his business is, using old tools that last for decades and even centuries, repurposed things like an old fryer basket, an anvil. so cool

  • @ahmedexmor

    @ahmedexmor

    2 жыл бұрын

    And the respect he has for the craft and the machines is admirable too.

  • @justascarecrow6988

    @justascarecrow6988

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ahmedexmor Most people end up with a job they can tolerate well enough over time. Few end up loving theirs. Many hate theirs. But this man's passion and love for the art of making candy is so deep, you could call it second nature to him. He was made for it.

  • @aayushpaswan2941

    @aayushpaswan2941

    2 жыл бұрын

    Intresting fun fact;- kzread.info/dash/bejne/i32nldahYJS0hpM.html

  • @cliffontheroad

    @cliffontheroad

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@aayushpaswan2941 STOP multi posting same thing in one YT page

  • @aayushpaswan2941

    @aayushpaswan2941

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@cliffontheroad ohh really sorry

  • @blengdiabloed7335
    @blengdiabloed7335 Жыл бұрын

    Everyone commenting about Greg, but Uri is as capable as him. Having an apprentice like that is a good way to preserve the arts.

  • @devastationofmankind3495
    @devastationofmankind34959 ай бұрын

    this is he literal definition of a person that trully LOVES what he does for a living...

  • @decoderhacker4062
    @decoderhacker40622 жыл бұрын

    It’s kind of nice hearing that the owner not only knows how to make candy well and with passion , but also the history behind it.

  • @stevethea5250

    @stevethea5250

    2 жыл бұрын

    i dont trust that curly hair wear a hair-net for chrisssake

  • @aayushpaswan2941

    @aayushpaswan2941

    2 жыл бұрын

    Intresting fun fact;- kzread.info/dash/bejne/i32nldahYJS0hpM.html

  • @muhammadridho7680

    @muhammadridho7680

    2 жыл бұрын

    And the physics

  • @Anarkey53
    @Anarkey532 жыл бұрын

    I could watch this guy talk all day about anything! He is so knowledgeable and passionate and explains everything just right. He makes me want to be a sugar smith!!

  • @karlc4277

    @karlc4277

    2 жыл бұрын

    He has a yt channel called lofty pursuits

  • @fynkozari9271

    @fynkozari9271

    2 жыл бұрын

    I was like, how do u know so much?

  • @charliespinoza1966

    @charliespinoza1966

    2 жыл бұрын

    Lofty Pursuits has a podcast!

  • @olivia-sv3wq

    @olivia-sv3wq

    Жыл бұрын

    he was so good at explaining everything

  • @FriedChairs
    @FriedChairs Жыл бұрын

    Wonderful video. I’ve watched many of Lofty’s video because Greg is such a great storyteller and I think he has the mind of a scientist so I appreciate that. Glad you made this video with him.

  • @ktreolo
    @ktreolo Жыл бұрын

    I REALLY liked how you gave us a good look at the present shape both holding one piece right at the camera and then having the camera at just the right angle while you were cutting three pieces at a time. So many videos of candy making I watch the whole thing and then never get a good look at the finished project. You guys are amazing! Thanks for sharing.

  • @TheLily97232
    @TheLily972322 жыл бұрын

    Imagine having technology that doesn't break or die every 2 years... that's so beautiful

  • @Dravis1995

    @Dravis1995

    2 жыл бұрын

    Underrated comment.

  • @koifish528

    @koifish528

    2 жыл бұрын

    Looking at you, phone companies

  • @discipleofdagon8195

    @discipleofdagon8195

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@koifish528 Have had the same Huawei phone since the 2016 election.... Jesus... I'm really that old now aren't I?

  • @bungus49

    @bungus49

    2 жыл бұрын

    no 🧢ital💯💯

  • @DoccyStars

    @DoccyStars

    2 жыл бұрын

    Victorians

  • @carriehasaproblem4959
    @carriehasaproblem49592 жыл бұрын

    This is hard to explain but this man feels like a comfort character to me

  • @yeetlol3537

    @yeetlol3537

    2 жыл бұрын

    Samme

  • @3kxi761

    @3kxi761

    2 жыл бұрын

    He's friend shaped, and also characterized like a friend

  • @tahsina.c

    @tahsina.c

    2 жыл бұрын

    What does that mean??

  • @3kxi761

    @3kxi761

    2 жыл бұрын

    He looks like a friend and acts like a friend. He seems to be an incredibly nice person to have as a friend

  • @carriehasaproblem4959

    @carriehasaproblem4959

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@tahsina.c 😂😂 Don’t worry

  • @LVennB
    @LVennB2 жыл бұрын

    I’m so happy that Lofty Pursuits is being highlighted on Wired. Greg is such a nice and wholesome guy😁👍

  • @discobones

    @discobones

    2 жыл бұрын

    Me tooooo!!! So cool to see.

  • @jellyricesamy1576

    @jellyricesamy1576

    2 жыл бұрын

    Me 3

  • @reyc2630
    @reyc26302 жыл бұрын

    The way he talks about his passion is so comforting and heart-warming. And I love the design and craftsmanship on his image candies. Amazing!

  • @Grumbonethefirst

    @Grumbonethefirst

    2 жыл бұрын

    I want a candy counter on how many times he says CANDY

  • @FJBandFkMAGA
    @FJBandFkMAGA6 ай бұрын

    I used to live in Tallahassee while I was attending school there. I visited Lofty Pursuits whenever I was riding around town on my motorcycle and it was just a spectacle to see the candy being made in person. Greg also showed me his video he just finished editing before it was uploaded to KZread. If you ever are in Tallahassee, Florida, please visit this gem of a place.

  • @MyChemRomance
    @MyChemRomance8 ай бұрын

    8:56 "Mmmmmmm, smells like pink." 😂

  • @aderpyaxolotl
    @aderpyaxolotl Жыл бұрын

    12:36 "We do this on our canvil, our candy anvil, because we're sugar smiths!" THE JOY THAT SINGLE SENTENCE BROUGHT ME IN GENERAL THIS MAN IS SO WHOLESOME.

  • @toddlevin
    @toddlevin2 жыл бұрын

    I'm also very impressed by the sheer physicality required to make this hard candy.

  • @serrad1729
    @serrad1729 Жыл бұрын

    I love how this man is so passionate about his job. You can clearly see that he loves what he does

  • @abramswee
    @abramswee Жыл бұрын

    he is just amazing, and far more articulate than most professors that I met at the Uni. fabulous

  • @E_xe2
    @E_xe22 жыл бұрын

    lets take a moment to realize that the entire factory/place where they make candy is a museum, the equipment is all 100 years old.. thats just amazing, these people are so cool!

  • @AntiComposite

    @AntiComposite

    2 жыл бұрын

    It's a combination toy store/ice cream parlor/candy store

  • @jackattack4254
    @jackattack42542 жыл бұрын

    I'm glad that lofty pursuits got the attention they deserve.

  • @smellypatel5272

    @smellypatel5272

    2 жыл бұрын

    They charge way too much for their candy

  • @TCG9777

    @TCG9777

    2 жыл бұрын

    You think so? I think it's fine

  • @smellypatel5272

    @smellypatel5272

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TCG9777 they charge like $15 for a small tin of hard candy. They're grossly overpriced

  • @merururu.

    @merururu.

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@smellypatel5272 It takes a lot of effort to make these things, but still that's pretty overpriced.

  • @Beverly_Dingus

    @Beverly_Dingus

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@merururu. I just went to their website to see what they had. Almost everything on their website is $5.99. The only thing that’s pricey are their sour candies, which are $12.99. With shipping included my order was like ten bucks. I’m not sure what that other person is talking about.

  • @imopman
    @imopman3 ай бұрын

    This is candy making as an art form. Classic and classy, wonderful.

  • @operative2136
    @operative2136 Жыл бұрын

    Man, after watching this I have a whole new layer of respect for candy makers. I always had a certain amount of respect for the science of the process, but now I have a greater appreciation for the art aspect of the process.

  • @LaMariposaAzul94
    @LaMariposaAzul942 жыл бұрын

    This guy made this so interesting, with how passionate he sounded, that he makes me feel like maybe I could become a candy maker. He should have his own KZread channel, I'd love to watch how different candies are made and watch whenever a new design is made or new candy[UPDATE] Aaahh!! Turns out they do have a YT channel!!!! Im so subscribing right now!

  • @jackcrackerman

    @jackcrackerman

    2 жыл бұрын

    I was just going to say, he's been on YT for years, but it seems you found the channel on your own. :)

  • @hue261

    @hue261

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jackcrackerman can you tell me the name of their channel? Edit: hehe I found it in the description 😅

  • @scootersfrog

    @scootersfrog

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@hue261 Lofty Pursuits!

  • @ExInceNDiA

    @ExInceNDiA

    2 жыл бұрын

    I agree, this was super interesting and his passion for it certainly came through.

  • @steveskouson9620

    @steveskouson9620

    2 жыл бұрын

    So, I see the title, and wonder if someone is muscling in on GReg's channel. Nope! If you want the complete experience, view while eating some Lofty Pursuits candy. Thanks GReg! steve

  • @bencilbusher5070
    @bencilbusher50702 жыл бұрын

    Lofty Pursuits is no joke. I tried their banana flavored candy and it is actual banana flavor. Not the fake stuff that most candies use.

  • @himesilva

    @himesilva

    2 жыл бұрын

    "Fake" banana flavour is actually based on a species of banana that was popular in the past; the bananas we know today are only one species of many! :)

  • @NoThankUBeQuiet

    @NoThankUBeQuiet

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@himesilva Yes Greg explains that but they make Cavendish banana flavor

  • @jonathanlindo9885

    @jonathanlindo9885

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@himesilva that's so cool 😎 i had no idea

  • @himesilva

    @himesilva

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jonathanlindo9885 Right? I wanna try that candy banana now yo 😤😂

  • @skibbledebabble1853

    @skibbledebabble1853

    2 жыл бұрын

    i like artificial banana flavor

  • @sentience146
    @sentience146 Жыл бұрын

    Can we just appreciate how strong that curly haired guy is. He doesn't look it but he can flip over an entire pot of molten sugar without even scolding himself. Very very impressive

  • @The_Moth1

    @The_Moth1

    11 ай бұрын

    *scalding

  • @calebsp1335
    @calebsp1335 Жыл бұрын

    in the first 18 seconds of this video I can hear more passion about this subject then what I have heard in the last year.

  • @pigtailsandteddybears
    @pigtailsandteddybears2 жыл бұрын

    I love how the guy looks at these machines as him being their caretaker and not particularly the individual owner. Such a sweet way to look at it.❤

  • @Jacobthejewela
    @Jacobthejewela2 жыл бұрын

    There's something mesmerizing about the colors and consistency of that half-liquid sugar

  • @Jah-Moon
    @Jah-Moon9 ай бұрын

    As I am listening to the story and science behind the candy making and tools used, I hear a lot of love and respect put into the making of the candy... Thats Awesome ❤️

  • @flutterbree
    @flutterbree Жыл бұрын

    I love watching Lofty Pursuits shorts, they've had a channel for awhile. They exude such a refreshing energy, so I always feel a little better than before I watched!

  • @LoveAlwaysRenee
    @LoveAlwaysRenee2 жыл бұрын

    hearing someone talk about their hobby/job with so much passion and humility is so inspiring, this video was so enjoyable, I could watch them make candy all day

  • @Darkjonny79

    @Darkjonny79

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good news then. They have a KZread channel called Lofty Pursuits.

  • @amberlee4536
    @amberlee45362 жыл бұрын

    I'm genuinely impressed by the level of passion and knowledge out of the owner and his employees. The last time I saw someone using these kinds of antique candy presses they didn't have half as much to say about the minutiae of it all

  • @MrPhean
    @MrPhean6 ай бұрын

    Candy makers commentary is A+. Thank you so much for this.

  • @youretheai7586
    @youretheai7586 Жыл бұрын

    This is the sweetest thing I've ever seen online! Thanks for sharing!!

  • @ZarieTudiskava
    @ZarieTudiskava2 жыл бұрын

    Glad Greg's getting this feature, he and his team really deserve it.

  • @dfquartzidn6151
    @dfquartzidn61512 жыл бұрын

    This is just absolutely gorgeous. The fact that people this passionate exist and are working productively gives me hope for others who haven’t found their dreams yet.

  • @violet2048
    @violet20485 ай бұрын

    Beautifully done, so much fun to listen to, Greg and his enthusiasm is contagious. Thank you.

  • @khushboosharma570
    @khushboosharma570 Жыл бұрын

    One thing to say, I'm Speechless!! This is exactly what we call "you know what your doing" ! The colour...Love it💜💜

  • @Alieaz
    @Alieaz2 жыл бұрын

    I don't like hard candy but I love this guy's philosophy.

  • @GibbonsTake

    @GibbonsTake

    2 жыл бұрын

    non-newtonian fluids

  • @ToniHunterOne
    @ToniHunterOne Жыл бұрын

    This was fascinating. I hadn't intended to watch this but got "pulled" right in. Thank you for sharing this.

  • @op3129

    @op3129

    Жыл бұрын

    "pulled" noice

  • @thecityman1910

    @thecityman1910

    Жыл бұрын

    Exactly! I thought I'd take a quick peek, ended up watching every second.

  • @ExoticAfrican6

    @ExoticAfrican6

    Жыл бұрын

    Same here

  • @TigaToonsELTiagor

    @TigaToonsELTiagor

    Жыл бұрын

    Same

  • @Atrip2thesun

    @Atrip2thesun

    Жыл бұрын

    sweet!

  • @ryanparadise9677
    @ryanparadise9677Ай бұрын

    Its really cool watching someone that truly enjoys what they do

  • @bg147
    @bg147 Жыл бұрын

    The age and history of the old machines add the soul to the candy.

  • @biggie686
    @biggie686 Жыл бұрын

    This is absolutely incredible. The sugar smith's understanding of the structure of the material and how it reacts in specific situations is exceptional. He then applies this to his touch, sound, sight. His passion is captivating too. Nothing like watching a master of their craft do their thing.

  • @qusairashdan7705
    @qusairashdan77052 жыл бұрын

    The store guy gave a fairytale vibe, my man really talks and looks like a Disney character

  • @trblessed1020
    @trblessed1020 Жыл бұрын

    Seeing him make this candy makes me feel like each individual piece is a treasure

  • @ericlani2622
    @ericlani2622 Жыл бұрын

    Love the positivity of this guy. Amazing

  • @_wheat856
    @_wheat8562 жыл бұрын

    i just want everyone to appreciate how much these guys look like candy store employees. like that guy with the higher voice and curly hair just belongs there

  • @meatballman4329

    @meatballman4329

    2 жыл бұрын

    You mean wierd al

  • @peteypete9357

    @peteypete9357

    2 жыл бұрын

    Well thats probably he's one of their most experienced workers. It's in their best interest to keep him for as long as they can as it'd take a while for a newer member to fill his shoes.

  • @anitralarae_mahjacat

    @anitralarae_mahjacat

    2 жыл бұрын

    (Hairnet, tho???)

  • @posypoodle6034

    @posypoodle6034

    2 жыл бұрын

    Watch out that curly hair doesn’t end up in the candy!!

  • @user-wf2bl8ei7e
    @user-wf2bl8ei7e2 жыл бұрын

    7:22 the fact that the editor made it so we could hear the pop is just 😚👌

  • @leggomyeggo5100
    @leggomyeggo5100 Жыл бұрын

    I really love listening to people that LOVE what they do, they will always make everything interesting.

  • @Jomali
    @Jomali3 ай бұрын

    I love Lofty Pursuits. Guy's got a heart of gold.

  • @fallingdrop2346
    @fallingdrop2346 Жыл бұрын

    I love how this guy doesn't make the video like a textbook, but instead makes it entertaining while also throwing in stuff that you, (If your like me) would like to look up, and learn about.

  • @JamesOKeefe-US
    @JamesOKeefe-US2 жыл бұрын

    This gentleman is truly the candy man. What a wealth of knowledge and passion. Just wonderful to watch. Thank you for showcasing this art.

  • @pmn2821
    @pmn2821Ай бұрын

    You have a gem with that young gentleman, he knows and does his job flawlessly.

  • @patrickforrest9209
    @patrickforrest920924 күн бұрын

    I really enjoyed listening to him talk about his profession. He spoke clearly and was excited to tell the audience all about his craft. Dope

  • @tylermanning4321
    @tylermanning432110 ай бұрын

    The blend of science and art is the best thing that has ever existed.

  • @mediawatcher9225
    @mediawatcher92252 жыл бұрын

    The passion he shows towards candy making really keep me interested throughout the video, nice to see he loves his job this much. And the history behind of all of this equipment is just amazing, I’ve never been so intrigued about the history of candy.

  • @PLAYAWORLDRecords

    @PLAYAWORLDRecords

    2 жыл бұрын

    kzread.info/dash/bejne/gqiul7qqepPgYrw.html

  • @afish8883

    @afish8883

    2 жыл бұрын

    He does have a youtube channel if you want tok check it out

  • @miguelplaza6433
    @miguelplaza64332 жыл бұрын

    He is literally what my head conjures up when I imagine someone making candies as a passion and career

  • @chaoticgaybirb2734

    @chaoticgaybirb2734

    2 жыл бұрын

    A true candy man

  • @soysmc2933
    @soysmc2933 Жыл бұрын

    That candymaker is so amazing!

  • @shoktroop
    @shoktroop7 ай бұрын

    That was awesome to watch! Thank you!

  • @jaycue7641
    @jaycue7641 Жыл бұрын

    You can tell this man and his team put a lot of love into their craft.

  • @Toniwoodleigh

    @Toniwoodleigh

    10 ай бұрын

    so does taylor swift!

  • @jaycue7641

    @jaycue7641

    10 ай бұрын

    @@Toniwoodleigh Meh...

  • @User-du7kf

    @User-du7kf

    7 ай бұрын

    @@Toniwoodleigh Kanye made her famous

  • @TheRealGuywithoutaMustache
    @TheRealGuywithoutaMustache2 жыл бұрын

    These are the types of videos that pop inside your head in the middle of taking an exam.

  • @SultM52
    @SultM52 Жыл бұрын

    props to the guy that used thin gloves carrying a boiling hot pot

  • @TheRealArtimusKnight
    @TheRealArtimusKnight3 ай бұрын

    Greg clearly loves his job. He’s got the best vibe

  • @kenyadavenport5822
    @kenyadavenport58222 жыл бұрын

    I love when people speak so passionately about their interest or in this case their job. It makes you want to listen and understand.

  • @soybean3423

    @soybean3423

    2 жыл бұрын

    I agree, however I didn't understand a thing about the scientific explanations lol I feel so dumb. But I guess science just isn't my cup of tea. I find the results interesting, but the process, not so much lol.

  • @phoebecrosby9361

    @phoebecrosby9361

    2 жыл бұрын

    yes but it helps if they don’t have the voice of a 13 year old boy (the younger gentleman you know what i’m talking about)

  • @b.walker5955
    @b.walker59552 жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed this immensely. But the best part was watching "THE STAFF" in his youth killing it. Tradesmen, craftsmen are a dying breed. Hope he stays the course. Already appears to be a master.

  • @ReySilverskin
    @ReySilverskin7 ай бұрын

    I like that the candymaker trusts his apprentice, and asks him for advice and lets him handle a lot of the important jobs. He doesn't have a huge ego, but you can still tell he's the one in charge in the end.

  • @Sincere42
    @Sincere42Ай бұрын

    When he said he was simply just the caretaker for the scissors and candy roller I was I like he is the best person ever!!!

  • @gingeas
    @gingeas2 жыл бұрын

    been following pd for the past few years... love to see them get more recognition ♥♥♥

  • @Damascene_

    @Damascene_

    2 жыл бұрын

    w..what. t. i havent seen this man since 2016 in my black midi phase. what. how.

  • @SaiPixKing

    @SaiPixKing

    2 жыл бұрын

    whos pd

  • @ruinenlust_

    @ruinenlust_

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Damascene_ same, lmao

  • @daemonelectricity

    @daemonelectricity

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same.

  • @daemonelectricity

    @daemonelectricity

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@1iknow ok

  • @tyffaneelavely8087
    @tyffaneelavely80872 жыл бұрын

    I could listen to this man talk about candy all day. He has so much passion for what he does. he explained everything with such detail. This was honestly amazing to watch. I LOVE how they use antique machinery. I'm obsessed with that lol. Anyone else want to have some of the candy when it's at that solid, but soft, chewy type form? 6:24 I want to chew it so badly 🤣

  • @gmansplit

    @gmansplit

    2 жыл бұрын

    Then you should check out his channel kzread.info Been watching him for years

  • @aortenzio

    @aortenzio

    2 жыл бұрын

    you should also check out the korean and japanese candy makers. Their craft is art.

  • @autumn7ful
    @autumn7ful Жыл бұрын

    I really enjoyed the fact that you explained step-by-step what was going on and you know with the temperatures and everything and the hand movements I really enjoyed it thank you so much for sharing

  • @stayzir8081
    @stayzir8081 Жыл бұрын

    Did anybody else watch the whole video without blinking because it was so interesting?

  • @9sheri9
    @9sheri92 жыл бұрын

    6:25 such a rare and beautiful mindset, especially considering how disposable everything is around us the days. His passion is infectious 🌈💕

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