ZotZ (candy)
ZotZ is a candy with a fizzy, sour center currently imported by Andre Prost, Inc. from G.B. AMBROSOLI in Ronago, Italy. It is a hard candy that contains a sour powder comprising malic and tartaric acids mixed with sodium bicarbonate. When the powder dissolves, the acids dissolve in liquid (saliva or water) and react with the sodium bicarbonate to produce carbon dioxide bubbles and a fizzing sensation. ZotZ flavors include apple, cherry, strawberry, watermelon, blue raspberry, grape, and orange. As of the year 2016 they are still currently in production and sold in stores. Zotz has a mild sour flavor to it, owing to the acids involved in its ingredients.
Ingredients
From Wrapper: Sugar, Corn Syrup, Malic Acid, Sodium Bicarbonate, Tartaric Acid, Artificial Flavors, Artificial Colors (F.d. &C. Yellow N.5, Yellow N. 6, Red N. 40), Maltose Carbonate
History
ZotZ were introduced in 1968[1] and were manufactured by G.B.Ambrosoli SPA in Ronago Italy.
Slogan
Some known slogans are ”Where the Fizz izz”, ”Big Fizz Candy” and ”Exploding pop”[2]
See also
- Zotosies, another fizzing candy