stupid question!

[paddycar]

stupid question i know but why are winegums called winegums?

[jeanyb]

wine gum
Wine gums are chewy, firm sweets similar to gumdrops, except they are not sugar-coated. They are manufactured from animal gelatin, obtained from rendering of bones, mixed with sweetners , flavourings and colourings. They are extremely popular in the United Kingdom, but also in Commonwealth nations such as New Zealand and Canada, and other northern European countries. Popular brands include Maynards and Marks & Spencer. They contain no wine. The name comes from the lingering, subtle fruit flavours that make it "similar to the experience of savouring a fine wine" for those who have never enjoyed a fine wine. In reference to this, the sweets have the names of wines on them, for example Port wine. Red and black are the most popular colours.
Hope this helps!!

[Quizmonster]

'Gums' because they are made from gelatine, which from Latin times has meant a gummy, fruity juice. 'Wine' perhaps because the original ones were red?

[ermintrude35]

..red and black yuck yuck yuck!... green and orange for me ...yummy