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An article about Fruit Stripe gum

Fruit Stripe[edit]

Fruit Stripe is a brand of chewing gum known for its distinctive zebra mascot and colorful packaging. The gum is unique for its vibrant stripes and fruity flavors, which include cherry, lemon, orange, and lime.

History[edit]

Fruit Stripe was first introduced in the 1960s by the Beech-Nut company. Over the years, it has become a nostalgic favorite for many who remember its bold flavors and playful packaging. The brand is now owned by the Ferrara Candy Company.

Flavors and Packaging[edit]

Fruit Stripe gum is famous for its five juicy flavors, each represented by a different color stripe on the gum stick. The flavors are:

Cherry
Lemon
Orange
Lime
Mixed Fruit

The packaging of Fruit Stripe gum is as colorful as the gum itself, featuring the iconic zebra mascot, "Yipes," who is often depicted engaging in various sports activities.

Mascot[edit]

The mascot of Fruit Stripe gum is a zebra named "Yipes." Yipes is known for his energetic and playful personality, often seen on the packaging and promotional materials engaging in activities like skateboarding and surfing.

Marketing and Popularity[edit]

Fruit Stripe has been marketed as a fun and playful gum, appealing to children and adults alike. Its unique selling point is the combination of vibrant colors and fruity flavors, which are designed to provide a burst of flavor with each chew.

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-'''Fruit Stripe''' is a brand of [[chewing gum]] that was first introduced in the early 1960s. It is known for its distinctive packaging, which features a zebra mascot named [[Yipes]]. The gum is notable for its bright colors and bold fruit flavors, which include cherry, lemon, orange, and mixed fruit.
+{{short description|An article about Fruit Stripe gum}}
-== History ==
+==Fruit Stripe==
-Fruit Stripe was originally produced by the [[Beech-Nut]] company, which was founded in 1891 and is known for its various food products. The gum was introduced as a new product line in the 1960s, and quickly gained popularity due to its unique flavors and colorful packaging. In the 1970s, the brand was acquired by the [[Farley's & Sathers Candy Company]], which continued to produce the gum under the Fruit Stripe name.
+[[File:Fruit-Stipe-Gum-Sticks.jpg|thumb|right|Fruit Stripe gum sticks]]
+'''Fruit Stripe''' is a brand of chewing gum known for its distinctive zebra mascot and colorful packaging. The gum is unique for its vibrant stripes and fruity flavors, which include cherry, lemon, orange, and lime.
-== Product Description ==
+==History==
-Each pack of Fruit Stripe gum contains 17 sticks, each of which is individually wrapped. The gum is known for its bright colors, which correspond to the different fruit flavors. The flavors include cherry (red), lemon (yellow), orange (orange), and mixed fruit (green). Each stick of gum also has a unique stripe pattern, which is where the brand gets its name.
+Fruit Stripe was first introduced in the 1960s by the Beech-Nut company. Over the years, it has become a nostalgic favorite for many who remember its bold flavors and playful packaging. The brand is now owned by the Ferrara Candy Company.
-== Marketing ==
+==Flavors and Packaging==
-Fruit Stripe is known for its distinctive marketing, which often features its zebra mascot, Yipes. The mascot is often depicted in various playful scenarios, such as skateboarding or playing basketball. The brand's slogan is "Yipes! Stripes! Fruit Stripe Gum!", which is often featured in its advertising.
+Fruit Stripe gum is famous for its five juicy flavors, each represented by a different color stripe on the gum stick. The flavors are:
+* Cherry
+* Lemon
+* Orange
+* Lime
+* Mixed Fruit
-== Reception ==
+The packaging of Fruit Stripe gum is as colorful as the gum itself, featuring the iconic zebra mascot, "Yipes," who is often depicted engaging in various sports activities.
-While Fruit Stripe has a nostalgic appeal for many people who grew up in the 1960s and 1970s, it has also been criticized for its flavor, which some people find to be too short-lived. Despite this, the brand has maintained a loyal following and continues to be produced today.
-== See Also ==
+==Mascot==
-* [[List of chewing gum brands]]
+The mascot of Fruit Stripe gum is a zebra named "Yipes." Yipes is known for his energetic and playful personality, often seen on the packaging and promotional materials engaging in activities like skateboarding and surfing.
+==Marketing and Popularity==
+Fruit Stripe has been marketed as a fun and playful gum, appealing to children and adults alike. Its unique selling point is the combination of vibrant colors and fruity flavors, which are designed to provide a burst of flavor with each chew.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Chewing gum]]
+* [[Ferrara Candy Company]]
 * [[Beech-Nut]]
-* [[Farley's & Sathers Candy Company]]
-[[Category:Chewing gum]]
+[[Category:Chewing gum brands]]
-[[Category:Brand name confectionery]]
+[[Category:Ferrara Candy Company brands]]
-[[Category:Products introduced in the 1960s]]
-{{food-stub}}