Flumps (sweet)
British sort of marshmallow
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A Flumps (sing. & pl.) is a British sweet (candy) made of marshmallow. The sweet is a combination of pink, yellow, white and blue marshmallow, which has the appearance of a long, twisted helix. Flumps are sold in the United Kingdom and are made by the confectioner Barratt.
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A Flumps Marshmallow | |
| Alternative names | Marpoles |
|---|---|
| Type | Confectionery |
| Place of origin | United Kingdom |
| Created by | Barratt |
| Main ingredients | Glucose fructose corn syrup, sugar, water, gelatin, cornflour |
They consist of glucose-fructose syrup, sugar, gelatin, corn flour, natural flavouring, and natural colours (Riboflavin, Cochineal). Flumps are sold as individual "cables"[1] and in packets of “Mini Flumps”.[2]
Flumps have been sold since 1981 or earlier.[3]
See also
- Peeps, marshmallow candy shaped like a chick.
- Circus Peanuts, marshmallow candy shaped like a peanut
- Jet-Puffed Marshmallows, American brand of marshmallows.
