It depends on a variety of factors such as the size of your mouth, the amount of saliva, etc. Basically, the world may never know.
However, there have been studies conducted
Since Mr. Owl first dared to unravel one of the confectionery world's most puzzling secrets in the classic 1970 TV commercial, dedicated Tootsie Pop fans everywhere have tried to provide a definitive answer.
Many have attempted, and failed, to lick their way to the center of the Tootsie Pop. The temptation to bite and reach the embedded Tootsie Roll prize has proven too great... just like it was for Mr. Owl.
For the truly disciplined who have made it successfully to the center, Tootsie places them in its highest regard. And the pages linked below are dedicated to their valiant struggle.
406 Licks
It takes about 942 licks to get to the center
about 150 licks.
427 licks to get to the center
360 licks.
it took me 835 licks from the biggest side
acctually 1930 licks
It takes 120 licks to get the the center.
500 i did it
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