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francesgumm remembers...One of my favorite candies as a kid. I loved the root beer and cola flavors the most. I found ... More »
Posted on 06/27/09
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Almost everyone remembers Bottle Caps, those little soda pop-flavored candies that came in a paper packet, similar to Razzles. Today they are made by the Nestle/Wonka Candy Company but can be a bit tricky to find. One reason being that if you are still looking for the paper packets of the 70s, you aren’t going to have much luck. They are much easier to find nowadays in rolled form or in boxes at the occasional movie theater. And little paper packs have been known to show up in a trick or treat bag from time to time. No matter what package they come in, however, they are still just as addictive as ever.
Bottle Caps come in grape, orange, cherry, root beer and cola (with root beer and cola running a pretty close tie when it comes to fan favorites.) Once upon a time, there was a green “lemon-lime” flavor in the pack, but alas, they’ve apparently gone to discontinued flavor heaven. Each Bottle Cap packs a sweet and slightly tangy soda punch, unmatched by most candies on the market. Flavors are easily combinable for those that dare - the best example of which is the soda fountain classic, Cherry Cola. Just pop two in at a time and await a pleasant, if not exactly authentic, flavor surprise.
Bottle Caps are a candy with a few complaints. Besides being hard to find when it’s not Halloween, probably the biggest complaint is that they can be a bit tough to chew. With a density that rivals an average rock, Bottle Caps can leave your teeth a little sore after chomping through a package. As with all the best things in life, a little moderation is probably wise. Should you not be able to hold back (many have not possessed such willpower) and end up at the dentist, just tell ‘em Wonka sent you.
