kbobam Posted September 11, 2014 Report Share Posted September 11, 2014 I was kind of excited to see this stuff the other day. It was always my favorite as a kid, but I've spent the last few decades assuming it was no more. I appreciate the fact that most of you would trust me with your life, but before you run out to go gum-shopping, I need to tell you the bottom-line here. This stuff tastes just like Pepto-Bismol. Seriously. I think PB tastes great, but it's probably not for everyone. Wasn't even going to post this, but I suddenly realized that it would allow me to shift into an important Pepto-Bismol public-service announcement. (So I'm being serious now. I know it's hard to tell sometimes.) Winter is coming up, and a lot of discomforts and downright illnesses can happen. Frequently at the same time. So your stomach and head might both not feel so good. Do not take Pepto and aspirin at the same time! Not even close to each other! This can result in a 'ringing in the ears' reaction. A long loud bad one. It's not pleasant. I can tell you from experience that it's possible for you to wind up throwing yourself into walls hoping that it might make the horror stop. Sorry to be a bummer! But if it helps anyone, it's worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steph Posted September 12, 2014 Report Share Posted September 12, 2014 I don't know what Teaberry or Pepto taste like. Maybe I'll try Teaberry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbobam Posted September 12, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2014 I really wonder if the people at Clark's were consciously copying the taste or if it's just coincidence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lstmmrbls Posted September 12, 2014 Report Share Posted September 12, 2014 Black Jack was my favorite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbobam Posted September 12, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2014 That was a good one too! I'm kind of wondering what the time-frame is for so-called 'red' licorice. I love the black stuff, and the red makes no sense to me whatsoever. Am I old enough that I knew the original product before the other came out? Maybe 'red' has been around forever, but I just don't like it so didn't notice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lstmmrbls Posted September 12, 2014 Report Share Posted September 12, 2014 I am with you on that Bob. I just had a big long discussions with some neighbors that the red stuff is not Licorice. When the dictionaries came out and the internet accessed it was once again proved I am becoming an old fuddy duddy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbobam Posted September 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2014 I can't remember the two major brands, but have seen several references on tv shows to the folks who like the red stuff having fierce brand-loyalty. Broken engagements, the whole nine yards! A real Hatfield-McCoy situation. ( : Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lstmmrbls Posted September 13, 2014 Report Share Posted September 13, 2014 Red Stuff is a perfect name, cause it aint Licorice where I come from. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ausman Posted September 13, 2014 Report Share Posted September 13, 2014 How about that clove gum; to go along with your teaberry and blackjack! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbobam Posted September 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2014 Son of a gun. They did have that, didn't they? Don't think I ever tried it. Would probably have been a 'no, thanks' for a young kid. I should give it a shot now, given their overall track record. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lstmmrbls Posted September 14, 2014 Report Share Posted September 14, 2014 Just found the teaberry yesterday at a Bass Pro Shop of all places. No Clove (which I had also forgotten) or Black Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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