Why Do Some Popsicles Have Two Sticks and When Was the Double Stick Popsicle Introduced?

The double stick Popsicle was introduced during the Depression so that a Popsicle could be shared.

Deliberately breaking a double down the middle produces two single Popsicles.

Although there aren’t too many Americans who can’t spring for their own Popsicle these days, the idea of sharing this icy treat is still appealing.