Altoids Curiously Strong Mints, Ginger, 1.76-Ounce Tins (Pack of 12)

by Altoids

Product Features

• Pack of 12 1.76-ounce tins of "curiously strong" ginger mints (21.12 total ounces)
• Made with strong ginger flavoring
• Authentic flavor found in many exotic cuisines
• Sensory stimulant that engages your senses; always curiously strong, original and authentic
• Packaged in a convenient pocket-sized metal tin

Product Description

About the Brand

Around the turn of the 19th century, during the reign of King George III, the recipe for the original Altoids was perfected by Smith & Company, a London confectionary firm. They were first sold in the U.S. in 1918, at that time sold in small, rectangular cardboard cartons. The tins so recognizable today were first introduced in the 1920s to help protect the mints and to stay neatly closed in pockets and handbags.

Today, the Altoids line includes mints, sours, and gum.

Why Are They Called Altoids?
The exact origin of the name is unclear, but it seems that during the 19th century confections were given names employing the -oids suffix to imply a medicinal benefit (Altoids were promoted for more than a century as a "stomach calmative," though of course Altoids provides no medicinal benefit). Smith & Company also marketed several other remedies with –oids in their names, such as Benoids for delicate throats and chests, Zenoids for an easy digestion, Cyphoids to defend your throat, and Notoids antiseptic voice and throat pastilles.

Product Description

Get a box of 12 Altoids Ginger curiously strong mints.

Product Details

• Item Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FKQD42
• UPC: 022000158956 022000159366
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (102 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #9 in Health & Personal Care > Personal Care > Oral Hygiene > Breath Fresheners > Breath Mints

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I don't use them as a candy, June 16, 2010

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Ruthie Ann (Oldenburg, IN USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Altoids Curiously Strong Mints, Ginger, 1.76-Ounce Tins (Pack of 12) (Grocery)

but as a remedy for an upset stomach or nausea. They're fantastic for that. If you don't suffer from digestive problems and/or you can't stand ginger, I wouldn't buy these. But if you do, I would HIGHLY recommend these.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars OM NOM NOM, July 31, 2010

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that's-not-my-name (Odenton, MD) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Altoids Curiously Strong Mints, Ginger, 1.76-Ounce Tins (Pack of 12) (Grocery)

If you cried when these babies disappeared from stores, rejoice! Only for non-wussies, ginger Altoids pack serious bite. Bonus: not only do they eradicate all eughiness from your mouth, they pack the gingerrific quality of easing nausea.

19 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars They are great!, April 9, 2007

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Kurt A. Johnson (North-Central Illinois, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Altoids Curiously Strong Mints, Ginger, 1.76-Ounce Tins (Pack of 12) (Grocery)

The first original curiously strong mints date all the way back to 1780, when they were created by the London-based company Smith & Company - their charter was signed by King George III! In the nineteenth century, Smith & Company was purchased by Callard & Bowser, Inc., and in the twentieth century Callard & Bowser was acquired by the American firm Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company. But, through it all, Altoids have survived, a never-ending tradition of excellence!

Now, the Altoid brand has been enlarged to include these wonderful ginger mints. A long time ago I found that ginger helped me with motion sickness, well, imagine my surprise when I found out that these snappy little ginger mints help that out as well. Overall, I really like these candies. Yes, they are strong, and quite gingery - if you are not a fan of ginger, then you probably will not like them. As for me, I think they are great!