It was after World War II ended that Topps developed its Bazooka Bubble Gum product in Brooklyn, New York. It was named after the humorous musical instrument which entertainer Bob Burns had fashioned from two gas pipes and a funnel in the 1930s. (This contraption also gave its name to the armor-piercing weapon developed during the War.)
Bazooka, with its distinctive name, taste, and red, white and blue logo and packaging, soon became a familiar part of Americana. As a matter of fact, a psychological study of tastes and smells that bring back memories found that one of the most frequently identified items was Bazooka Bubble Gum.
Bazooka is also famous for the popular series of Bazooka Joe comics, first introduced in 1953 to add extra interest for youngsters. Topps has developed more than 700 comics over the years.
Bazooka itself is now available in a variety of flavors and forms, including Original, Grape, and Strawberry, as well as Sugarless Bazooka.Bazooka Blasts, with "Super Flavor Crystals", provides longer lasting, more intense flavor.
In addition to Bazooka Bubble Gum, Topps produces a variety of other popular candy and gum products, including Ring Pop, Push Pop, Baby Bottle Pop, Pro Flip Pop, Bubble Juice Bubble Gum, and new Juicy Drop Pop.
 Ring Pop was introduced in 1977, and has become one of America's most popular lollipop products. Initially, they were offered in only 2 flavors, Cherry and Grape. Today, Ring Pop is available in 11 different Fruit and Twisted flavors, so the flavor's always on hand.
Push Pop reached the market in 1986, also with only Cherry and Grape flavors. Now, kids can enjoy 10 different Fruit and Twisted Fruit flavors. Those wanting a giant sized treat can try a Jumbo Jumpin' Push Pop, with pop-up action. Triple Power Push Pop contains 3 different-flavored candy cylinders in 1 container that can be pushed up individually, or all at once. Plus, you can "flip the top and dip the pop" with Flip 'n' Dip Push Pop. You've got the push, you've got the power!
Baby Bottle Pop, launched in 1998, has become one of the top selling lollipop products in the U.S. Kids love dunking the delicious hard candy top into the powdered candy for a burst of flavor. And, with Candy Juice Baby Bottle Pop, now you can drink your lollipop. Bring out the baby in you!
Pro Flip Pop was introduced in 1999. Kids love the long-lasting lollipop you can flip in and out of a portable container.
Bubble Juice Bubble Gum offers delicious flavored gum nuggets in miniature juice containers like those in supermarkets.
Finally, new in 2003, Juicy Drop Pop is taking the candy world by storm with its flavor boosting drops. Look for it in your local store.
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