Bubble gum flavor represents a fantasy flavor, unique and not found in nature. It evokes childhood memories through its association with various sweet treats, despite its absence in the natural world. Listeners question bubble gum's origins, its distinctive taste, and the uniformity of its flavor across different products. Gwendolyn Graff, a bubble gum scientist, clarifies the concept of fantasy flavors, explaining that they are created for commercial use and are not derived from actual fruits like blue raspberry.
Bubble gum is what we would call a fantasy flavor. You're not going to be able to pick a bubble gum off of a tree. It's definitely made up.
Fantasy flavor is also a real thing. For instance, you can't find blue raspberries in the world, but blue raspberry flavor is in Jolly Rancher candies, and popsicles.
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