Little holes in the lollipop stick
The little holes in a lollipop stick serve two important purposes. First, while the candy is being prepared, the hot caramel is poured onto the stick, the hole helping to hold the syrup in place. This prevents the candy from falling off the stick. Second, the hole serves as a security measure. If someone accidentally swallows the stick, the small hole allows air to enter, preventing suffocation.
