Romney's Kendal Mint Cake 85 g (Pack of 8)

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Romney's Kendal Mint Cake was immortalised in history on May 29th 1953 when it was carried on the first successful summit of Mount Everest by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay.

Quiggin’s: Quiggin’s is one of the oldest and most well-known producers of Kendal Mint Cake. The Quiggin family has been making confectionery since 1840, and they are credited with forming the mint cake company when one of the sons, Daniel Quiggin, moved to Kendal in 1880. Even modern-day adventurers like Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman included Kendal Mint Cake in their supplies during their 2004 motorcycle journey around the world in Long Way Round. We have worked hard to create a product that does not compromise the Original Taste & texture people already know and love by partnering with the oldest manufacturers. The biggest different is the upgraded "recharged" ingredients.

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Romney’s Kendal Mint Cake accompanied Sir Edmund Hillary and his team during their historic first successful ascent of Mount Everest in 1953. It was highly prized by the climbers for its energy-boosting properties. Ross, Alisa. "This English Candy Bar Powered the First Everest Ascent". Outside . Retrieved 31 July 2021.

It's a delightful conundrum! While named "cake", our Kendal Mint Cake is more akin to a confectionery delight. The Lake District remains proud of its home-grown product, and Kendal mint cake can be found just about everywhere in Kendal. It retains an old-fashioned reputation, but that’s key to its appeal to tourists and locals alike. “It’s not changed,” said Paula. “It’s still made by hand.” Old Cumbria Gazetteer". Geography Department, Portsmouth University. 2013 . Retrieved 19 February 2018. a b c "Kendal Mint Cake maker is out of dough". The Telegraph. Telegraph Media Group . Retrieved 1 June 2017.

The actual recipe for mint cakes remains a well-kept secret, and without those clear instructions, it may not work out. There’s a reason why Quiggin’s Kendal mint cake is bought and enjoyed worldwide. Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman included mint cake in their supplies for their 2004 motorcycle trip around the world in Long Way Round. [ citation needed] And the strong peppermint flavour? Loved by many, the flavour has a purpose too. Our taste buds are dulled at higher altitudes, so the mint flavour is the perfect tasty treat to eat on a mountain-side. Vanilla Mint Cake: Substitute vanilla essence for peppermint for a milder flavor. Vanilla’s smooth sweetness complements the cake’s light, minty taste.