I loved it as a kid. Sounds like a common experience for many here. Circa 1953. Bubbaloo Liquid-filled Bubble Gum. I wish it would make a comeback. We each got a nickle to spend from the return money. google_color_bg = "E7F0EB"; I am 65 years old and I can still taste and smell Chum Gum. How sad the kids (and adults) will never know. Fleer originally developed a bubble gum formulation called Blibber-Blubber in 1906. I last had it around 1971-72 and purchased it in a little Mom & Pop store off the Fellsway in Medford, MA. Maybe that is why we don't have chum gum the base is made from tree's OMG. Hi, I got married in 2005. or Best Offer. Bill. was 3 sticks for a penny at first, went to 2 sticks, then 1 stick, and finally disappeared altogether. In time, your gums become swollen and bleed easily. :). Bring back. I loved Chum Gum :-). Is Chum Gum even made any longer? Live in Indy, would walk past a neighborhood store on way to school bus stop, I always got some Chum Gum before getting on bus. We were in heaven when we found those. Its tragic!!! My boyfriend thinks I am crazy and has no idea what I am talking about. They are/were sweet-tart kind of candy. I will post the link here when he sends it. The pure flavor of juicy fruit is gone. But that doesnt make their history any less important. If you have reached this page, chances are, you searched for a candy that has been discontinued. Thank you! theres a spot in me from my childhood that i wont taste or relive again. im 57 and i well remember the taste and texture of the world's greatest gum. CHUM GUM ---YUM!!! Bought Chum Gum at Rapid Mart in phoenix, az in the 50's and 60's. I have used Certs Peppermint breath mints since 1965. I am 61 yrs. I grew up in Denver , Colorado and remember chum gum and ask people when the subject of gum comes upNO ONE remembers it at all here . I miss the brown jelly bean Brachs used to make. OMG how I miss Chum Gun, the best gum ever made. I was only seven back then, but anytime the subject turns to candy when we were kids, Chum Gums were the first youd hear from me! Oh how I wish they would bring it back! Wish I could still get it!! I remember Chum Gum from way back in my elementary school days. The same Beech-Nut company famous for its natural baby foods used to make minty chewing gum for adults, as per CNN. I've asked a co-worker who is from New York, did she remember chum gum and she looked at me like I lost my mind. Let me know if anyone finds any or information on CHUM GUM. In the first, or second paragraph, I said that what I was looking for (and believe that may be discontinued- whatever its name was) may have at one time been called chicken bones. Yum yum chum gum!!! Armilda. I would sit in front of the store chewing away and blowing bubbles while I listened to some top hit song play on their parking lot speaker.Love Me Do by the Beatles comes to mind. My last research showed that the Wrigleys division of Mars owns the recipe but is not producing it unfortunately. . I'm almost 60 and sure wish I could chew a piece. And about 10-12 came in a little rectangular pack with a paper wrapper with the name on it. In my opinion it was the best gum out there. I loved the stuff!! I am 45 and I chewed that stuff in the 70's in Chicago where I was born. I remember the lunch counter inside, plus an arcade style shooting game in back (ten shots for a dime). first opened in 1969, closing in 1974 (corporate bankruptcy). PLEASE. I grew up in the Boston area and we would buy this at the penny-candy store. I remember going on our summer vacation every year to a cabin in Crosby, MN and the office had a little candy section and we would load up on Chum Gum. The big secret of Chum Gum's great flavor was that it was stick shaped bubble gum, and each stick was coated with powdered sugar. Free returns. WHERE CAN I BUY IT. Unfortunately, they were as messy as they were moreish, thanks to the low melting point of the chocolate. Five sticks in a cardboard box for five cents. NO ONE here has any idea about Chum Gum, I've talked about it for 20 years and everyone thinks I'm a liitle off. A group of us kids used to run across the interstate (Shhh! Wish the company would bring it back!!! It was the same candy as their maple nut goodies, only with chocolate on the outside instead of maple. Bring back the Wonka Scrunch bar! Then I'd spit it out in Mrs. McCaffery's bushes next door, so I wouldn't get a different kind of chewing from Mom as I walked through the front door. But Chum gum is the best tasting gum in the world. Why oh why did they stop making it! Tootsie Roll has displayed no interest in reviving Chum Gum. My sister and I talked about it often. The crocadile did the commercial. Ask away and we will do our best to answer or find someone who can.We try to vet our answers to get you the most acurate answers. I am 63 and remember summer days walking a few blocks to the little mom and pop grocery store in my neighborhood in Tulsa with my friend or sisters to buy my Chum Gum. Frank Fleer and member of his family owned the business clear until 1989, more than 100 years after they began. Takes me back to my childhood every time ( I am 57). It was so yummy. Wow! If there is anyone that reads this that knows the manufacturer's address or is it still being made please post a comment with the info! It had a good taste, but the flavor was gone quickly. The only one I remember was billy joel's Glass Houses lp. Wish it was still made. As to why, we are not sure. Used to lick the powder off each piece before I chewed it for hours! Yes those were the days! Get up in My tree house and eat it all. google_ad_height = 600; I considered, and then did write to you, earlier this evening, about a older butterscotch & coconut based candy that Im still looking for, using a different type of tell us what you want form , different than this one, on this your website. In the 1990s, Skittles came in the form . I was and still would be my favorite. I sure wish they still made it. Maybe it's a blood clot. One stick was blue and one stick was pink. Beech-Nut Gum You can't find it officially anymore, unless you want to pay $37.49 for a decades-old pack on eBay. Chum Gum, Razzles and Dubble Bubble mentioned. 33 years had passed from when Fleer discontinued it (1971) to when Tootsie Roll bought out Fleer (2004). We got to keep the change and bought--Chum Gum. Chewed Chum Gum during the 60's. I,m 67 and can still taste it. Has not been made in many years. Tastes a lot like it. The absolute best bubblegum ever! Unfortunately, from what we could find, it seems like Chum Gum fell out of the spotlight because so much focus was turned to Dubble Bubble by the company. General Question about discontinued candy. I bought a pack of 5 sticks once a week and chewed one on each school day. And yes, just like someone before me said, right next to the hot dog gum. The company was founded in 1938 and has been churning out bubble gum ever since. We got it at a store near the church it was called the e z buy store. They were soft like Starburst and they featured an inner flavor and an outer flavor. I have enjoyed reading all the stories. Some gum connoisseurs might know that Fruit Stripe gum used to be made by Beech-Nut. Thanks go them, I loved Hollyywood candy bars My mom would buy me a When the Milky Way Midnights came out they were similar but not quite the same. I wish they would bring this gum back because it was truly great. Do you know if they still make them, and if so, how I could get some? I only remember one of them selling Chum gum and that was on Millington Lane, right next to St Benedicts school. They disappeared quite a long time ago. I was just talking about this gum yesterday! In the 1960's, if I found a penny or two, I would run to the Dog Gone Grocery Store on South Merritt Island, FL., Then I'd eat both pieces before all my sisters found out. I am 53 and remember chum gum when I was in grade school. I AGREE WITH EVERY ONE I HAVE BEEN TALKING ABOUT CHUM FOR MONTHS AND DECIDED TO CHECK OUT ALL OF THE GUMS SITE BUT HAVENT ANY LUCK. But the original wafers, there is no comparison to them. I remember them so well from my childhood. Youd get two sticks, for a penny mind you, and the flavor literally lasted through an entire day of baseball, hula hoops and other fun kid stuff. I wonder what it would take for the bubble gum world powers to crank out some more of that wonderful tasting stuff? In 1899, a New York City druggist named Franklin V. Canning created a chewing gum which he promoted as an aid to oral hygiene. Stay United Chum Gum Lovers! (The Good Old Days) As a child I was very frugal with my money. Wish someone would make it again. Wow! They have never heard of it. Are they still around anywhere? I've never forgotten how wonderful the taste was. Which was totally bizarre and is why I still remember it 16 years later like it happened yesterday. I see a few people say these were the best times of their life. google_color_border = "E7F0EB"; I well remember Chum Gum. Best Wishes, Albert Baroody. That is, when we weren't playing stepball, riding bikes or trading baseball cards. I have been craving Chum Gum for 50 years. Brothers and I used to go to the store for our grandfather to buy him a pack of Camels and some Browns Mule chewing tobacco. The BEST candy bar on the planet! Sadly, Chiclets were permanently discontinued in 2018 and no mention has been made as to whether they will ever return. That was my favorite gum, with Chum Gum and Bazooka Joe a close second followed by mini-chiclets, I loved Chum Gum, we used to get recess and we were permitted to go to the little store called Brickers Penny Candy Store.Ah!!! I would love to be able to let my children and grandchild taste this gum. I knew them as "sour grapes" in clear individual packaging with maybe a yellow print on it. I'm using my nickname as a kid because Chum Gum takes me back to my childhood! IT. Miss it. I would always take it out of the sleeve so it would look like more in the little brown bag. It would be like giving them a taste of the 60's. Although chewing gum is designed to be chewed and not swallowed, it generally isn't harmful if swallowed. I was a child of the 60s & 70s. My grandchildren get in my car and the first thing they say is Certs. I'm 54 and haven't seen that gum since about 1970. Tears filled her eyes as she was just beside herself when we gave it to her. google_ad_channel = "9301152533"; Stir mixture and put back in for 5-10 seconds intervals until completely melted. !someone bring it back.wouldn't it be nice to reminisce the good old days?? They don't make em like they used to. what great memories. Hey, I am 61 and grew up in Oak Cliff (Dallas) Texas and we used to buy Chum Gum at Crawford grocery store which was a little neighborhood store that would resemble a 7-Eleven today and it was owned and run by Ms. Crawford, a really sweet lady. I grew up in Kansas city, Kansas and bought Chum Gum at Newits market in the penny candy section. I remember chum gum like it was yesterday. Dixie Rector. Very spicy. I used to lick the white off and then put the gum in my mouth. The gum is made by Fleer and if you want the EXACT taste you remember, they are packing it inside of the Movie cards from the Spirit movie being released December 19th 2008. 1980 was the last time I found Chum Gum. So, it was very odd to me that after I had not had any Brachs Red Twists for several years had even forgot about them that I was at a Speedway Gas Station on the South Side of Bloomington, Indiana. They didn't have any, but, it was a good time anyway. itsmetoo2 16 Feb 2010. Man, how I'd love to see it back on the market. I think I may be the only one who remembers these! The Old Time Candy Company, a business . The brand stopped producing Pure Rush energy drinks, South Beach Sunset, 14 Karot but continued . Sadly, Maple Nut Goodies were discontinued by the manufacturer along with so many other delightful Brachs product. Altoids more than most. My mom would walk with us to the neighborhood candy store and we would purchase it along with turtles, bazooka joe bubble gum, Wish they would get the recipe and reintroduce it! Oh my gosh, I have dreamed of Chum Gum for years. I can still taste it, but cant describe the flavor, except excellent! Great tasting molasses and chocolate candies were included in candy corn mix now boring, only sugar,no DISTINCTIVE flavor. Wow! I miss it!!!! Rainbow-colored treats used to last a lot longer. So if we could find a few pop bottles we had us good in candy for several days. Omg.nothing compares.I am 50 and remember Chum Gum was the best ever.I remember sneaking into my mother's purse and taking it.Brings back lots of fond memories. Chum Gum was the best gum. There has never been or will ever be a better tasting gum. Beets have 2.8 grams of protein per cup or .5 grams per ounce. Does anyone know what company produced the milkshake bars. Brand New. When they broke -- you could easily take the gum off your face, and chew it again for another bubble. I also have lusted for that special flavor for many years. So many of you remember Chum Gum. I think I actually came across some it just 3-4 years ago here in Houston. You could get a package of 3-5 pieces for 1 cent. Chum Gum was made by Fleer, also makers of Dubble Bubble, from around 1950 until 1971. The candy bars they make now are so small and do not taste as good. I too remember Chum Gum and think back to my younger days. It is so funny to hear other people having the same experience or feeling about when they ask other people if they remembered it. It never lost it's flavor and the smell was heavenly. They were real memories. Does anyone know of anywhere that these retro bars can be found? and what a great smell, and the best bubbles. It has comforted you in times of need, or helped celebrate a special occasion. Bubble Beeper Bubble Gum. The wrapper was royal blue then, with blue gum, individually wrapped in white paper. That wasn't the case with Black Cat Bubble Gum. We would get a couple of pennies and walk about a half mile to buy some. Its great taste is why I've never forgotten it. In 1928, a Fleer employee named Walter Diemer finally devised a successful formula for the first commercial bubble gum, dubbed Dubble Bubble. The funny thing about that is that one day, if we are still here, we will talk about these days as the "good old days". Along with hot dog weiner gum! My kid, grandkids & great-grandbaby will miss one of the greatest flavors of life without it. I have so many sweet memories of the penny candy counter where we could piss off the old lady that woryed there by tapping our quarters on the glass counter top. Chum Gum was the best flavor ever for bubble gum! Mint Juleps were made by NECCO who went out of business in 2019 even though they were one of the oldest candy manufacturers! God I miss this gum. I am very sorry that you have chosen to discontinue them. And I couldnt blame them!!!) Chum Gum was a favorite of mine and my siblings! I am 54 and still crave it after all these years. Does anyone remember how good the candy lipsticks were, the ones they make now are nothing like the ones we could getOh to be young and free again..miss those days. No gum compares to the taste or texture. I bought a pack of "Orbit" "bubblemint" and it brought me back to Jr. We would split the money we got( .10 to .15 cents) and then hit the penny candy. I cant live without them. They are not spell checked or reviewed for accuracy. I am interested in mint juleps and Christmas hard mix. They would kill the market and make a lot of us so happy. When my grandaughters lose teeth, we call them chiclets! (3 stick package) Can anybody remember the names of the 3 cent candy bars? Submit a link to more information about Chum Gum. I grew up in Memphis, TN. THE GOOD OLD DAYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I had a collection of about 15 though. Used to buy mine at the local 7 Eleven in the Philadelphia area. Unfortunately, the manufacturer discontinued all flavors of Certs. I am in the same boat. How rude! Chum gum, lip sticks,bonomo taffy ect.. Great days, they truly were better days I don't care what anyone says. I'm glad to see other people actually remember this gum.It WAS the best tasting aroundseemed to get it "trick or treating" and YES it was the BEST flavor ever. Wish I had some right now! IT IS LIKE THE BEST GUM EVER.BRINGS ME BACK TO THE DAYS WHEN LIFE WAS GOOD,AND NOTHING BOTHERED ME.THOSE WERE THE DAYS. anyway, just wanted to share. All other stick gum was 5 sticks for a nickel. I REALLY FEEL LIKE I HAVE MISSED OUT! Oh so delicious. I loved Chum Gum! I used to buy Chum Gum in a little town in north Georgia. Do they still make it? click here to shop the thousands of candies, Beccas Brilliant Candy Blogs, Round 2: Begin, https://www.candyfavorites.com/candy-flavor-memories, https://www.candyfavorites.com/blog/is-it-really-goodbye-necco-may-close-its-doors/. I can almost taste it. While Chum Gum was a bright spot in candy history for only a short time, its one worth remembering. Bring nack our childhood memories. google_color_url = "1F2B9E"; Thanks for sharing your memories!