What makes Warheads candy sour?

Answer by  LexiP (722)

Warheads candies have malic acid in them, which is used in many foods to make them sour. They also have citric acid and ascorbic acid, which aren't quite as sour as malic acid. To make the candy even more sour, there is malic acid in the center of the candy.

Answer by  Allstar (2071)

Have you ever noticed that white powder on the surface? That's alum, a very bitter substance. That's why a Warhead is so sour when you first pop it in your mouth. Once you've swallowed all the alum, the candy is sweet. The inner core is probably some acidic mixture.

Answer by  naturalmom (211)

Warheads candy contains many acids that cause the extremely sour taste. These acids include citric acid, malic acid and ascorbic acid.

Answer by  bean11 (2803)

Warheads are simply hard candies that are flavored like different fruits, like blueberry, lemon, or watermelon. They have a sour coating on the outside that gives them their kick.

Answer by  webcandyshop (1)

Did you try sour patch candy? These are really really sour!