Freshen-Up Gum, famous for its burst of liquid flavor from a gel center, was a popular nostalgic candy discontinued in 2019, though it's still fondly remembered for flavors like cinnamon, peppermint, spearmint, and bubblegum and its iconic "squirt" factor. Introduced in 1975 by the American Chicle Company, it offered a unique, juicy experience, but declining popularity led to its end, making rare packs valuable collector's items today.

Key Features

Liquid Center: The main draw was a surprising "squirt" of sweet, flavored gel when you bit into the gum.

Flavors: Common varieties included Peppermint, Spearmint, Cinnamon, and Bubblegum, with a Fruit flavor also available.

Slogan: Known for its memorable tagline, "The gum that goes squirt!".

History

Launched: 1975 by American Chicle Company (later Cadbury Adams).

Discontinued: 2019.