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

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If the mixture isn’t constantly stirred, it becomes clear, rather than the opaque cloudy appearance mint cake is known for. The bars then go to the other rooms of the factory, where they’re wrapped, packed and stacked for distribution. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. The electrolyte formula is designed to improve physical performance and helping with the firing between synapses and also aiding hydration. Kendal Mint Cake gained widespread recognition when it was included in the rations of the 1953 British Mount Everest Expedition led by Sir John Hunt.

Meet Kendal Mint Co®, affectionately known as 'KMC', a trailblazer in sports nutrition dedicated to helping athletes unlock their full potential. It was particularly appreciated by mountaineers for its ability to provide a quick source of energy in challenging conditions. It’s worth noting that as of my last update in 2021, the company had undergone some changes, including a move from Kendal to Holme, but they were still producing Kendal Mint Cake under new ownership. It is enjoyed by hikers, climbers, and anyone with a sweet tooth who appreciates its unique minty taste and energy-boosting properties.After Joseph Wiper emigrated to Canada in 1912 his great-nephew, Robert Wiper, took over the family business. Interesting fact: The temperature required to boil the mixture varies day to day and throughout the seasons. It was famously carried by Sir Edmund Hillary and his team on the first ever ascent of Mount Everest in 1953, and Sir Ernest Shackleton on the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition of 1914-17.

In 1987, Romney's bought Wiper's Mint Cake from Harry Wiper, who had inherited ownership of Wiper's in 1960 when his father Robert Wiper died. This was seven years after the end of World War II, when the UK was still subject to food rationing. Kendal is famous for Kendal Mint Cake – a traditional confectionary that’s sweet, distinctive and packed full of energy (just like us locals). As we ushered in the 21st Century, we at Kendal Mint Co envisioned a bright future for the iconic Kendal Mint Cake. While traditional Kendal Mint Cake is made with just a few simple ingredients, there are a few variations you can try to put your spin on this classic treat.Romney’s, Quiggin’s and Wilson’s are all famous names in the production of Kendal Mint Cake – Romney’s and Quiggin’s both still produce the minty treat in our beautiful town to this day. The journey begins with selecting high-quality ingredients - sugar, glucose syrup, and peppermint oil. Made with the finest ingredients and a traditional family recipe, each bite of Romney’s Kendal Mint Cake will leave you feeling invigorated and satisfied. He concocted the sweet treat as a clear peppermint-flavored lozenge, which he initially sold as a medicinal remedy. This emblem stands for precision, strength, and the adventurous spirit encapsulated in every Kendal Mint Cake.

In 2016, Romney's collaborated with fashion site Lyst to create a limited run of "Kendall Mint Cakes" to celebrate Kendall Jenner's 21st birthday on 3 November. Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman included mint cake in their supplies for their 2004 motorcycle trip around the world in Long Way Round. Kendal mint cake continues to be popular with climbers, cyclists and runners as a portable, durable source of energy. Huge congratulations to Matt Fox who took a fantastic 2nd place at round one of the National Circuit Series in Otley town centre.Stir the mixture vigorously to ensure that the peppermint extract is evenly distributed throughout the mixture. The result is a pioneering range of Sports Nutrition products, meticulously crafted to empower your pursuit of new challenges and adventures.

Kendal Mint Cake is based on a traditional recipe known as mint cake, peppermint tablet, and various other names. Factory workers add essence of peppermint and mix this in a process known as ‘graining’, which helps the compound achieve its distinctive cloudy appearance.While glucose syrup is a key ingredient in Kendal Mint Cake, you can substitute it with corn syrup if necessary.