Postum...mmm, that lovely hot drink that tastes like "burnt toast." My husband's words, not mine. I was introduced to postum when I was probably 4 or 5. My mom and dad always drank it when we were camping, and occasionally at home too. My mom's side of the family ALWAYS had Postum up camping. They would even share funny postum stories around the campfire. I liked it when I was younger, but when I got older I didn't like it so much. Of course, to like it in the first place I had to put about a fourth of a cup of sugar and half a can of condensed milk in it to even make it palatable. By then it resembled carmel more then anything.
So, we went camping last week, and my parents informed us that Postum, was no more. Kraft had opted to STOP making it. My dad really wanted another bottle of postum, but now it is on Ebay going for extorbitant prices. He may like it, but not enough to pay $30.00 for one jar. Can't say that I blame him.
Still, it is somewhat saddening to know that something I grew up with has been discontinued. However, researching it on the internet, I've discovered I'm not the only one who feels this way. It will be interesting to observe if there is a Postum "uprising." Bring back Postum! :) We shall see...
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