Chewing gum is cheap, I get that. So why make it yourself? I get that, too. But think of all the possibilities that come with creating your own flavors: lemongrass, basil, lemon, and yes, bitters.

We’ve written before at HuffPost UK about how everything from paprika to black pepper goes from the ground to our spice jars. But what about the “base” listed on the back of some chewing and bubble ...