Brain Licker

Brain Licker is a type of confectionery manufactured by Key Enterprises.[1] It is typically sold in small bottles plugged with a ball which revolves when licked, delivering its sour liquid content. It is about as acidic as lemon juice[2] and excessive consumption can lead to burns, blisters or small cuts in children's mouths.[3] In 2003 the British Food Standards Agency issued warnings to parents regarding this as well as possible choking hazards.[4] There are several different flavours of Brain Licker, the most popular of which are strawberry, peach, apple, blue raspberry, grape, blackberry, lemon, watermelon and cola.

References

  1. Food Processing. Techpress (FPI) Limited. 2003.
  2. Hanna Kenrick, Brain Licker novelty sweet warning, Barnsley Council press release, 14 May 2003
  3. Novelty sweet could burn, cut or blister, British Nursing News Online, 13 May 2003
  4. Brain Licker novelty sweet warning, Food Standards Agency, 12 May 2003


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