### Instructions
1. Lightly grease an 8×8 inch square baking dish with butter or cooking spray. You can also line it with parchment paper for easier removal later.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves.
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Carefully whisk in both the flavored gelatin and the unflavored gelatin until thoroughly dissolved and no lumps remain. Continue whisking for about 2-3 minutes to ensure everything is fully incorporated.
4. Stir in the lemon juice. This helps to brighten the flavor and provides a slight tartness that balances the sweetness.
5. Pour the gelatin mixture into your prepared 8×8 inch baking dish.
6. Place the dish in the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until the mixture is firm and set.
7. Once firm, run a thin knife around the edges of the pan to loosen. Invert the gelatin onto a cutting board dusted with granulated sugar.
8. Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, cut the gelatin into small, bite-sized squares or rectangles. You can also use small cookie cutters for fun shapes!
9. Roll each individual gumdrop in the extra granulated sugar to coat completely. This prevents sticking and gives them their classic texture.
10. Store the gumdrops in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks, or in the refrigerator for extended freshness.
### Short Tips
* **Experiment with Flavors:** Don’t be afraid to try different flavored gelatins! Cherry, lime, orange, and grape are classic choices, but tropical flavors can be fun too.
* **Color Pop:** For even more vibrant colors, you can add a drop or two of food coloring to match your gelatin flavor, though the flavored gelatin usually provides plenty of color.
* **Cutting Perfection:** For perfectly even gumdrops, measure and mark your cuts on the solidified gelatin before slicing.
* **Gift Idea:** Package these homemade gumdrops in cute cellophane bags with a festive ribbon for a thoughtful and delicious gift!
* **Preventing Stickiness:** Make sure to really coat each gumdrop well in the extra sugar; this is key to their non-sticky texture.
