If you are in the mood for a super sour candy, there are only a few options that come to mind. There are various gummies and such, but if you really want a sour that packs a punch, you are going to go for a Warhead. And why not try out a new Warhead candy… the Warheads Galactic Mix Cubes.
I am trying to remember where I purchased these. Probably Target. But they are new, and not limited edition, so you will probably have luck finding them in most stores. So grab a bag and try them!
And of course, let us know what you think.
Who are our Questers today?
Kris, likes the chewy bits.
Nate, a stowaway.
Matt, a basement dweller.
Amy, already salivating
A History of Warheads!
Warheads Extreme Candy were invented in Taiwan in 1975 and were first imported to the United States in the early 1980s. They are known for their intense sour flavor and are marketed as “extreme” candy. The name comes from the idea that the sour taste is like a real warhead exploding in your mouth.
Warheads get their strong sour flavor mostly from malic acid, which covers the outside of the candy, giving you about 30 seconds of extreme sourness.
The popularity of this candy was strong right off the bat, basically because it was a challenge. Kids loved to see who could keep these candies in their mouths the longest. Today the candy is produced in Roswell New Mexico, where 240 million Warheads are made each year. The original candies come in blue raspberry, lemon, green apple, black cherry, and watermelon.
The Results
**SPOILER ALERT!**
Listen to the episode first if you do not want the results revealed to you yet!
Nate: “I was expecting more sour.” 4/10
Amy: “The flavor is delicious actually.” 7/10
Kris: “The fact that there is nothing sour about it... it drops a bit.” 6/10
Matt: “These are okay. I wish you could tell them apart.” 5/10
TOTAL: 22/40
There you have it. We give the Warhead Galactic Cubes the Quest for the Best seal of approval. Maybe you want to give it a try? Check out their website for more information on where to find some.
https://impactconfections.com/warheads/
Also, do you have any foods you would love to get the coveted seal of approval? Let us know in the comments what you want to hear next, along with your thoughts on this episode.
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Show Notes:
https://www.oldtimecandy.com/collections/walk-the-candy-aisle-warheads#collection-desc
MINI EPISODE: Warheads Galactic Mix Cubes