Romney's Kendal Mint Cake 85 g (Pack of 8)

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The recipe consists of sugar, peppermint oil, water and the addition of glucose – which is how it differs from earlier mint confectionery.

This energy-boosting snack is the perfect companion for walks in the countryside or even climbing Mount Everest!Quiggins have been making Kendal Mint cake since 1880 which is longer than any company still in existence. When one of the four sons, Daniel Quiggin, moved to Kendal in 1880, the mint cake company was formed. Unfortunately we cannot guarantee our products are nut or seed free due to the nature of our business pick n mix products that may contain nuts and seeds may at times come into contact within non nut containing products. Peppermint contains high concentrations of Menthol - a natural aromatic decongestant that helps break up phlegm and mucus, making it easier to expel.

A Glucose based bar infused with Peppermint oil, used for centuries as a source of energy on pioneering adventures such as Chris Bonnington most notably on the ascent of Everest.

The Original Flavour KMC NRG BAR is made up of 6 blocks, each block contains 14g of Carbohydrate/ 57 kcal. In the 1950s, New York customs barred the product, saying it should contain both ingredients, and dumped a whole ship load into the Atlantic. Varieties include both white and brown sugar, chocolate covered, and extra strong – for extra flavour at the high altitudes where the tastebuds are dulled. Although originating on the Isle of Man, the company moved over to Kendal in the early 1870’s and it was here that it gained recognition for making Kendal Mint Cake – a product that has now become known world-wide.