The Science Behind Scottsdale’s Favorite Sour Snacks

From Sour Patch Kids to Warheads, sour snacks are extremely popular. But have you ever wondered why? Sure, folks love the mouth-puckering taste. But surprisingly, science also plays a big part in our love of all things sour.

Want to learn more? Here’s what Southwest Refreshments has uncovered! 

Acid Gives Sour Snacks Their Tart Taste 

According to Serious Eats, different acids give sour snacks their unique taste. But don’t worry! These acids aren’t dangerous to eat. There are actually many types of edible acids. For instance, citric acid comes from fruits. And lactic acid is derived from milk.

Acetic acid gives chips their sour flavor. You’ll often find this in salt and vinegar or dill-flavored chips. Want to see your Scottsdale vending machines with this tasty snack? Contact Southwest Refreshments today! We carry a large selection of sour favorites and national brands. 

Sugar Plays a Role in Sour Treats 

Many of us think sweet snacks are the opposite of sour ones. However, that’s far from the case. Sweety Treaty says that sugar makes sour candy nicely sour. How? It balances the acid, making your favorite snacks even more delicious. Without sugar, these candies would be too bitter to enjoy. Sugar’s sweetness helps strike the perfect balance.

This can be seen in candies like Sour Skittles, gummies, and Sour Patch Kids. Sour drinks use sugar, too! Think lemon-lime sodas, like 7-Up and Sprite.

Treat employees to these tasty sour snacks and drinks. Southwest Refreshments offers plenty of sour goodies in Scottsdale micro-markets. These mini-stores are open 24/7. Thus, employees can buy these types of snacks whenever they like. 

Sour Snacks Delight the Senses 

Sour snacks are a pleasurable experience for your senses. That’s because sour tastes make your body produce dopamine. This is your body’s natural “happy” chemicals. They make you feel excited and motivated.

Want to boost employee satisfaction? It could be as easy as offering more sour snacks! We can stock the Scottsdale snack machine with sour treats. Then employees can enjoy free handfuls whenever they need a mood boost. Don’t forget about adding wonderfully sour drinks, like citrus sodas or juices. We can stock them in your Scottsdale beverage vending machine.   

Balancing It Out 

Unfortunately, too much of a good thing may leave a bad taste in your mouth. Balance out all those sour snacks with cool, crisp water. Southwest Refreshments’s Scottsdale water filtration service does the trick! The units we place in your break room remove chemical tastes and smells. Therefore, every cup you pour is fresh and delicious. Plus, it promotes office health and hydration. 

Add Sour Snacks to Your Scottsdale Break Room Menu Lineup 

Want to add more sour treats to your vending machines or micro-market? Call Southwest Refreshments today at 623.780.3036. We stock Scottsdale break rooms with snacks employees will love. We also offer water filtration, vending, and Scottsdale office coffee solutions. We’re excited to hear from you!