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

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This energy-boosting snack is the perfect companion for walks in the countryside or even climbing Mount Everest! World famous for being taken on the first successful expedition to Everest's summit in 1953, Romney's reputation for producing the finest quality Kendal Mint Cake is well deserved. Ownership has passed from one family member to another for the last six generations, spanning a period of 180 years.This small bar of Romney's Kendel Mint Cake is packed with sugars and mint tasting to provide you with the energy you may loose when your out hiking the mountains. Kendal Mint Cake was taken on the trans-Antarctic expedition led by Sir Ernest Shackleton 1914-1917, the first land crossing of the Antarctic, which although unsuccessful was recognised as a major feat of endurance.

Whilst every effort will be made to ensure accurate information is supplied we are unable to accept liability for any incorrect information. Kendal Mint Cake conquered Everest, Crossed the Antarctic and even helped keep the Army on the move. Postwar rationing meant seeking approval from the Ministry of Foods for the larger amount they required. From humble beginnings to scaling those incredible heights, Romney’s Kendal Mint Cake has always been seen as the original energy bar, perfect for even the most extreme of conditions. He had previously made and distributed types of toffee, but he decided to instead concentrate on mint cake.This makes it a perfect tried and tested fuel for ultra running, climbing, hiking and other outdoor pursuits and it is one of myRaceKit's favourites. The packaging currently includes the following: “'We sat on the snow and looked at the country far below us … we nibbled Kendal Mint Cake. produced Kendal Mint Cake for the first time back in 1918 based on an original recipe from Joseph Wiper back in 1869. All joking aside, throughout its history Kendal Mint Cake has been renowned among mountaineers and adventurers as a high energy treat. In 1869, Joseph Wiper, who married into the Thompson family of confectioners based in Kendal, supposedly left the boiled solution for glacier mints overnight and it turned cloudy and solidified.

Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman included mint cake in their supplies for their 2004 motorcycle trip around the world in Long Way Round. Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay also nibbled on it during the first successful climb to the summit of Mount Everest in 1953 (it was also taken on earlier attempts in the 1920s and 30s). Using the same core ingredients as original Romney's Kendal Mint Cake, this popular alternative is made with added brown sugar. Other Quiggin’s products that are highly sought after include: Fudges, Peppermint Creams, Chocolate Novelties, and Marzipans.

After Joseph Wiper emigrated to Canada in 1912 his great-nephew, Robert Wiper, took over the family business. View image in fullscreen Edmund Hillary (left) and Tenzing Norgay after their conquest of Everest in 1953.

As the oldest manufacturer of Mint Cake in existence we feel confident in our claim to be “The Home of Kendal Mint Cake”.The recipe consists of sugar, peppermint oil, water and the addition of glucose – which is how it differs from earlier mint confectionery. We take great care in providing you this product information however it is done in good faith and should not be considered a substitute for the information on the producer’s label. When one of the four sons, Daniel Quiggin, moved to Kendal in 1880, the mint cake company was formed. Ingredients ,Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Water, Dark Chocolate (15%)(Cocoa Mass, Cocoa Butter, Emulsifier: Soya Lecithin (E322), Flavouring: Natural Vanilla), Peppermint Flavour. This cookie is used to a profile based on user's interest and display personalized ads to the users.