Mentos gum is made of a variety of ingredients including sweeteners, a gum base, and flavorings.
Here's a detailed breakdown of the ingredients commonly found in Mentos gum:
- Xylitol: A sugar alcohol used as a sweetener.
- Sorbitol: Another sugar alcohol used as a sweetener.
- Chewing Gum Base: The non-nutritive, insoluble component that provides the chewiness.
- Maltitol Syrup: A sweetener derived from maltose.
- Mannitol: A sugar alcohol that contributes to the sweetness and texture.
- Maltodextrin: A polysaccharide used as a thickener or filler.
- Natural and Artificial Flavors: These provide the characteristic Mentos gum taste.
- Glycerin: A humectant that helps retain moisture.
- Rice Starch: Used as a texturizer.
- Tartaric Acid & Malic Acid: Acids that contribute to the tartness.
- Aspartame: An artificial sweetener.
- Coconut Oil: Used as a coating or to improve texture.
- Watermelon Juice Powder: Adds flavor.
- Sucralose: An artificial sweetener.
- Sucrose Fatty Acid Esters: Emulsifiers.
- Lecithin (Soy): An emulsifier that helps to combine ingredients.
- Acesulfame K: An artificial sweetener.
- Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose: A thickener and stabilizer.
This list provides a comprehensive overview of the typical ingredients used to create Mentos gum. The precise formulation may vary slightly depending on the specific flavor or product line.
