#85 Hurricane Michael candy and why it's hard to make candy when it rains.

[@LoftyPursuits]

We will be hit by hurricane Michael sometime tomorrow, so we've re-done an old favorite for a new storm. I know it's a rehash, I hope you still enjoy it. If you have a moment, share this video.

[@griffinclements3908]

First

[@ZayyzYT]

Hope you're okay and nothing bad happens

[@mariannecrews4263]

Take care!!

[@SteveInScotland]

Take care, I hope your not badly affected.

[@existingevil]

I was a part of the irmagerd run. Jumping on this one too. Love you guys!

[@nicole-corine4121]

As an art history nerd it’s so cool to hear chiaroscuro in a different context than I’m used to. It confirms for me that art is everywhere.

[@LoftyPursuits]

Don't get me started on a camera lucida. I have one of those degrees too. :)

[@TerryPagel]

He used chiaroscuro in the standard context...funny side note. My daughter is in 2nd grade and chiaroscuro was one of her vocabulary words a few weeks ago! How crazy is that!

[@kevinrdunnphs]

Hopefully this sugary sacrifice will appease the hurricane god and it will spare the electricity and wifi

[@SeanODea25]

lol

[@KaedeLanyo]

Praised be the Lord of Sweets, Praised be the Lord of Sweets.

[@Jwend392]

You could use a similar technique to make galaxy candy! Don't know what flavor you'd make galaxy candy other than raspberry.

[@LoftyPursuits]

Look at our Jodi Whitaker video (#84) I posted last week. It covers just that. Raspberry ... mmmm.

[@blackwaterblades2098]

maybe raspberry and grape mixture?

[@Jwend392]

I was actually thinking about an anise falvor, like black licorice.

[@blackwaterblades2098]

Jwend392 I think black licorice would be good. but I also think black currant and raspberry would be a good mix

[@dirtyzombie]

Raspberry?! Only one man would dare use raspberry....

[@marclikespigeons8240]

This is a very aesthetically pleasing candy... nice contrast. The white pops out on the transparent blue... and it looks really tasty too!

[@justinedelmayer1234]

I hope you guys stay safe up in the panhandle. Your candy looks great Greg. Again, stay safe

[@BazilRat]

The real reason people make candy isn't to make money (although I'm sure it's a draw into the store), it's because the candy-maker spreads joy every time he makes a batch.

[@ihavemadeamisnake]

I love watching you mix the colors in! It's so satisfying

[@coffeepandajack1273]

I am one who finds watching and listening relaxing enough to help me sleep. I love how you talk with such passion and can tell you find it relaxing from they way you talk.

[@shutupsprinkles]

I absolutely loved the Jim Cantore joke. I grew up watching the Weather Channel as religiously as I watched any cartoons (which was a LOT), even though I grew up in Fresno which is just... hot and sometimes foggy. 😂

[@CantateDomino373]

Ayyyy Fresno club! Get out while you still can! Haha

[@woodenkat8971]

Don't forget the smog!

[@jordank.6897]

My father always told me that if you get on a plane and you see Jim Cantore and Anderson Cooper, turn around and get off the plane. Wherever they’re going, you don’t want to be there!

[@melissablatz6979]

The Fresno club! Fresno- where its hot hot hot and more hot and then cold cold foggy and cold.

[@gracefuller9554]

hard candy isn't the only candy affected by humidity and pressure, chocolate won't even think about cooling right if the humidity is over 75%

[@LoftyPursuits]

I'm just learning chocolate, so I may be wrong here, but chocolate is clearly effected by humidity, but not in as calculated way as hard candy, or not one I can correct for. Air pressure seems not to effect it as it has little or no water in it. Tempering is all about crystal control, and that is still whipping me. I've put off learning it better until I can finish a chocolate room with temperature control.

[@kellyskaggs7987]

Greg, you have such a wonderful, calming voice! I love to watch and listen to you. I also love learning new things. Thanks for it all! Am placing another order with the understanding it may take a while to receive it. Blessing and prays for a quick return to the store!

[@elizdavidson]

We just came through Florence and should be seeing Michael too. Hopefully it loses strength before it makes landfall. Good luck!

[@hannahkalter5405]

I hope you’re doing alright during this storm. Watching your videos makes me super calm and so happy. I’m watching this the night before heading out from my campus to avoid the storm. It helps with the anxiety.

[@LoftyPursuits]

Where are you?

[@Afrieal]

wishing a swift resolution to any issues that come with the weather. also sending good energy to help you keep your spirits up. thank you for taking the time to put the video up between rounds of hurricane prep.

[@sspinnr]

Thanks for the new hurricane candy video! Your voice and manner is so calming and I enjoy all of your videos immensely. Today a bit of calm and cheer is welcome. Stay safe!

[@nathanielbeven9052]

checked the website today and saw some flavors i just had to try. one was even from one of my favorite videos! wanted to buy more but have to live within my means. love everything you do and so happy to see you made it safely through the storm and are back in making candy for us all. much love and respect. cant wait for my order!

[@amyrockon1]

You took the words right out of my mouth. I love watching your videos before bed. You make beautiful work. The process and your voice are so soothing and satisfying. Be safe in the hurricane. Orlando is thinking of you.

[@Trassel242]

You’re doing this again, hooray! Take care of yourselves and each other in this hurricane, greetings and the best regards from Sweden!

[@BearyBear321]

Cotton candy is one of my favorite flavors!! These look lovely! 💙

[@HoneyPastry]

Also in Florida, not as near the path of Michael as Tallahassee, but can definitely relate to these hurricanes. I really hope everyone in the path will be safe as well as you guys.

[@wyatthunt2076]

This is seriously my favorite channel. I can learn something in every video and watch delicious treats get made. I love it!!

[@balylem3410]

I just love watching these from Australia, if I make it to Florida this will be at the top of my visit list

[@xadage0117]

Making candy the way you do is just fascinating. And yes, your videos matches your voice and the art in making candy like a masterpiece. This one really kept me watching each and every detail, one word, YOU ROCK !!!!!

[@Emily-lg9cq]

I forgot how much I loved these videos! They make for very interesting background to relax or study to!

[@arfles]

Watching you making candy is relaxing. Please be safe!

[@ellenwood719]

I have no idea how you did what you just did! It's absolutely miraculous and I love watching it. I'm from Mobile, Alabama originally so I feel your pain regarding the hurricane and hope you and yours are safe. I'm going to make a trip to Tallahassee one day and see your shop. You just do amazing work. I bought your pumpkin spice candy and had it shipped to me. It was wonderful! I love that you explained the science behind what you did.

[@ASLB247]

This was the candy that introduced me to lofty pursuits, and it’s probably one of my favorite candy designs.

[@woodenkat8971]

Thank you for explaining about air pressure and humidity and how they effect candy making. My mom has a candy recipe book for our altitude and she protects that book so carefully! I've never successful made candy from a recipe that wasn't from that book.

[@vzmkitty]

I love your videos, even the seemingly redundant ones. The swirling at the end, like a hurricane, was a nice touch. Good luck, I hope you're all faring well and staying safe.

[@Mehk]

Your voice is so calming and educational. Thanks for the beautiful poetry and knowledge.

[@marclikespigeons8240]

Just got this candy all the way over in Australia! Worth the wait!

[@TheFreakingpanda]

you are so good at what you do. a true master of his craft. thank you for always uploading and for the useful information that you always provide. Your videos are some of my favorite these days.

[@romywhite290]

This is so lovely! Stay safe during the hurricane! I'm one of those that uses you to fall asleep as your voice is so soothing. It's one of the reasons I love your poetry readings. I also had an idea for an image candy! a log design or a yule log cake design where the log has red holly on one side. IDK what you'd flavor a candy that looks like tree rings, but the yule log cake could be like a chocolate-mint after dinner mint flavor.

[@LexieRhi333]

This is one of the most Florida videos I've ever seen and it's great. Good vibes from Pensacola! Stay safe!

[@AngrySkipperGC]

I love these videos. Thanks for uploading. Interesting about the air pressure, humidity etc with cooking.

[@graycat7704]

As soon as I heard that the hurricane was gonna hit Tallahassee I thought of you guys. Lots of love and prays from New Jersey

[@janellesmith3811]

Hearing all those pep tunes in the background bring back marching band and pep band memories. Good times. Good times.

[@yankeemoodle2624]

Didn’t you make a video exactly like this about Hurricane Irma?

[@LoftyPursuits]

Yup, I re-hashed that video for a new storm. It's still one of my favorite videos.

[@cactusflwrs]

Pffft... No

[@cobeer1768]

Irmagerd! Still an awesome name.

[@EpicEric2002]

Yep

[@colinharleman8275]

Ah!

[@darniataylor7749]

New or old, still a great video. I hope the storm doesn't cause much damage, stay safe!

[@Lansra22]

Good luck with the hurricane hope you stay safe 🌧💨

[@fentonbartz3422]

“It’s a bit of a juggling act” ... well Greg.. there’s nothing to worry about then.. you CAN juggle!

[@iloveyourunclebob]

I love this channel so much. Quality, wholesome content.

[@GlitchBytes]

I just got my order of candy from this dude - tried this one, banana, forbidden fruit and tootie fruity. The flavor is DELICIOUS!

[@griggle9856]

2 videos... in one week?! This is the best! Good luck as well in the storm, stay safe!

[@abram9804]

anyone else love these vids?

[@maureennochannel]

LOVE mad magazine. And your candies. And this music.

[@randolpascano9613]

Has anyone told you that you're like Food Wishes but with candy? You're voice is so relaxing and you also write poems in your videos.

[@1Sweetness]

My son and I get mesmerized watching you

[@toxicwanderer69]

I watch your videos when I have anxiety because they help me calm down, thank you

[@shutupsprinkles]

Just got my hurricane candy in the mail. They are delicious! 😍

[@Smartdazzle]

I love your commentary dude! It’s nice to have this playing in the background while I’m doing homework

[@MichaelMantion]

I also love watching your videos while I try to sleep. Its kinda sad that this will be the final "michael" hurricane. love your videos been watching for years when you first started.

[@staticnightmares22]

I love that the lofty pursuits band plays holiday by green day one of my all time favorites

[@stormwatcher1299]

Really love the marching band music! Be safe & I hope you guys won't get blown away.

[@Ibborianee]

The candies look so delicious. Best youtube channel ever!

[@LaurenLittle15]

I love watching your videos!!! ❤💙💚💛🧡💜

[@jessicasanford89]

I love watching your videos because I learn so much about candy and other stuff. Your videos are awesome and stay safe.

[@ethantomek992]

Hope you guys stay safe during the hurricane!

[@hermajeslay-christine940]

Hope you all are ok! Hearing all the news, all I could think about was you guys! I love your channel (I'm one of those who watch it to relax every night!) and hope the store was ok. Look forward to the update!

[@LASmithBuxton]

Thanks for the marching band! As always, you amaze me.

[@BassManBobBassCovers]

It looks like a little hurricane lol. Also cool the marching band was covering Green Day at the end!

[@amys3168]

We used to live in Tallahassee (and visit your store!) Now in Denver, funny coincidence. My friends have been reporting about the wind. Ugh. It was so hard to read about their experiences. I can’t imagine being there. We were there for several tropical storms. But those were mainly lots of rain, Debby comes to mind in 2012. I hope all is well with you and yours.

[@jennifernierodzik]

I enjoy watching your videos, I hope you all weather the storm ok with no major damages!

[@kbowler9266]

Fantastic candy. Good candy lesson. I'm thinking about you and all the folks in the path of this storm.

[@joaquingonzalez4555]

This channel is amazing, after a hard day at school I just come here to brighten up my day and give me some satisfaction

[@LycaWatyre]

Be safe, you guys! I really want to get some of this candy. It looks so good.

[@thoughtthrottle.]

Wow the color on these is beautiful!

[@McHeisenburger]

Stay safe, y’all.

[@boneclawwalker3778]

Is it just me or is he the Bob Ross of candy making?

[@LoftyPursuits]

I kinda like Candy Warhol.

[@leahh1077]

We just evacuated from Tallahassee! Please stay safe in this Category 4 storm!!

[@LoftyPursuits]

You stay safe too. It's too late to evacuate now for me so I'm going to be here for the duration

[@dibell3662]

Be safe take care,from one candy lover to another

[@ajnormandgroome]

I love your videos. This one is extra great, with the extra info

[@shellpeters4046]

I am new to your channel and I absolutely love your videos watching you make candy relaxes me thank you! I will certainly visit you if I am ever in Tallahassee.

[@davidcaruso9123]

I just love your channel Greg, One day when I’m in your area I will stop and try your delicious candy

[@tamlewis9690]

Please be careful down there.

[@abbytaylor9654]

Omg i couldn’t stand it and finally just bought my first batch of candy from you guys! can’t wait for it to arrive! ❤️

[@LoftyPursuits]

Thank you.

[@parkerbenz]

Oooh yeah you know when Cantore shows up, it isnt going to be good...

[@TafTabTah]

I am brand new to your channel and I must say you have something special here. Great video content. Please don't stop posting

[@alicia03ada]

Hey Greg! Thanks for the rewind! I was hoping to get a chance to try this, although not this soon...we order all the time and spread the Lofty love! Cheers to you, Candy Warhol! ;)

[@imcarlabee]

Hey Greg! Love the videos! Been watching for a couple weeks now and looking forward to the arrival of my blueberry image candy. A quick note: The 'c' in the word eutectic is pronounced as a hard 'k'. I was impressed to hear this word in a KZbin video about candy and wanted to pass along that tidbit. Thanks for being awesome!

[@lilyluney6015]

I REMEMBER WHEN YOU MADE THIS FOR HURRICANE IRMA AND I ORDERED SOME AND IT WAS AWESOMEEEEE

[@wackychair]

Hope you guys are doing great. Good luck, and as always, keep it up

[@mariannecrews4263]

Y'all stay safe, and love your videos

[@hannahgrim6804]

I love listening to your voice.

[@luisf5905]

Just placed my first order for some hurricane candy and acid drops. Looking forward to trying them. Hope the storm didn't do too much damage.

[@chodeoriki4113]

I may have just found my favourite yt channel. Ordered three bags of the cinnamon love hearts, the sugar free nectar (especially loved the way they looked) and forbidden fruit 2. Cannot wait. Edit: just got to the point of you saying the relaxation part and i can say the same as the other comments. It’s really relaxing and will probably fall asleep to the vid. I’ve had problems going to sleep due to an injury so finding vids like these are really good. Thank you so much!

[@alepryor]

Just discovered this channel. Love it!

[@Nox-bf7jj]

Cheking in for the first time in months, looking good

[@lightbearer1550]

I hope you guys stay safe. I'm in Florida but I'm in the lower Tampa area so I should be fine from the storm.

[@Melissa-gz1wg]

I hope you guys are all safe and I hope your business is still intact! Stay safe! Prayers sent your way!!!

[@LoftyPursuits]

We are safe. Power is out at lofty and my house. Suspect thousands of dollars of loss for ice cream and food to be thrown away tomorrow. Don't know about physical damage. Still not too safe to inspect my house let alone drive across town.

[@jellybean13ct]

I live in Panama City Florida. As I wait to see if I can go home I'll enjoy having my mind off the mess waiting for me at home. Thank you

[@brawler4456]

really liked the band playing holiday at the end there hehe.

[@poppiestuff]

Well done and yes your videos are relaxing.

[@Snowleaper]

5:20 ooooh, Carry on Wayward son takes me back. Amazing!

[@carterl369]

I absolutely love your Guys’s candy hoping to get a batch of these guys

[@dark96744]

This almost reminds me of the Irma episode. Be safe in Florida you guys

[@brettrabideau4632]

Wishing you all the best. Stay safe, and report in when you can.

[@FlyBoyBigBlue]

Good luck to ya from here in Orlando! Nothing new for us Florida folks, but hope ya see it through with as little damage as possible and able to get back to normal in no time. Love the candy and vids! Zeus be with you! lol

[@LoftyPursuits]

With the inches of Mercury that will be dropping, there is another good I'd like involved if that's ok ..

[@FlyBoyBigBlue]

of course, all the good, all the goooood!!! hahah

[@petlahk4119]

Have you stopped to consider that maybe if you stop making Hurricane candy the Hurricanes will stop appearing? I mean suuuure, the telescopes observe them but are telescopes *really* an observation of Schrodingers Hurricane? I dunno where I'm going with this comment. Maybe you just make the candy to sacrifice to the Hurricanes so that maybe next time they'll mellow out a bit. \\o/

[@LoftyPursuits]

I am a firm believer that Waffle Irons cause hurricanes. That is why there is a Waffle House index.

[@steveskouson9620]

Greg, do NOT ever change! You're weird, but do it well! (I'm weird, too. Don't do it so well!) I had to look it up. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waffle_House_Index steve

[@LoftyPursuits]

Actually they closed at least some Waffle Houses around here. I'm getting concerned.

[@aurum6527]

yelllloooowwwwww

[@RedPandaPup]

@@LoftyPursuitshopefully they can reopen not long after Micheal! Stay safe - Tampa FL

[@edithiepeal]

Great video. Good luck with the storm!