Gummi bear

Gummi Bear

A Gummi Bear (also spelled as Gummy Bear) is a small, fruit gum candy, similar to a jelly baby in some English-speaking countries. The candy is roughly 2 cm (0.8 in) long and shaped in the form of a bear. The gummi bear is one of many gummies, popular gelatin-based candies sold in a variety of shapes and colors.

History

The gummi bear originated in Germany, where it is popular under the name Gummibär (rubber bear) or Gummibärchen (little rubber bear). The candy was first produced by the German company Haribo in 1922. The original design of the candy is credited to Hans Riegel, a confectioner from Bonn who started the Haribo company.

Production

Gummi bears are made using a mixture of sugar, glucose syrup, starch, flavoring, food coloring, citric acid, and gelatin. The ingredients are mixed together, heated, and poured into bear-shaped molds. After the mixture has set, the candies are removed from the molds and packaged for sale.

Varieties

There are many different varieties of gummi bears, including different flavors, colors, and sizes. Some companies produce gummi bears that are not only different in color but also in taste. Some popular flavors include strawberry, apple, orange, pineapple, and lemon. There are also sour, neon, and swirl varieties of gummi bears.

Health Concerns

While gummi bears are a popular treat, they are high in sugar and offer little in the way of nutrition. Some brands of gummi bears are made with fruit juice to add a bit of nutritional value. However, they should still be consumed in moderation.

In Popular Culture

Gummi bears have been featured in various forms of media and popular culture. They have been the subject of a Disney animated series, Disney's Adventures of the Gummi Bears, and are also a popular topping for frozen yogurt and other sweets.