Sour Punch

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Sour Punch[edit | edit source]

Sour Punch is a brand of sour candy, manufactured by the American Licorice Company. The candy is known for its sour coating, which is a combination of citric acid, sugar, and other flavors. The candy is available in a variety of flavors and shapes, including straws, bites, and twists.

History[edit | edit source]

American Licorice Company introduced Sour Punch in 1990. The candy quickly gained popularity due to its unique sour flavor and fun, colorful packaging. Today, Sour Punch is one of the top-selling sour candies in the United States.

Products[edit | edit source]

Sour Punch offers a variety of products, including:

  • Sour Punch Straws: These are the original Sour Punch product. They are long, thin, hollow licorice straws coated in sour sugar. They come in a variety of flavors, including strawberry, blue raspberry, and apple.
  • Sour Punch Bites: These are bite-sized versions of the Sour Punch Straws. They are available in the same flavors as the straws.
  • Sour Punch Twists: These are similar to the straws, but are twisted and have a slightly different texture. They are also available in a variety of flavors.

Ingredients[edit | edit source]

The main ingredients in Sour Punch candies are corn syrup, wheat flour, sugar, citric acid, and artificial flavors. The sour coating is made from a combination of sugar, citric acid, and other flavors.

Availability[edit | edit source]

Sour Punch candies are available in grocery stores, convenience stores, and online retailers across the United States. They are also available in some international markets.

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