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Arkansas Black Apple
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Arkansas Black Apple

This dark, rare fruit lasts a very long time.
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Marlborough Pie
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Marlborough Pie

A custardy twist on apple pie finds delicious use for fruit reaching spoilage.
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Cream Pull Candy
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Cream Pull Candy

Kentucky's melt-in-your-mouth treats date back to the 1800s.
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Yaupon Tea
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Yaupon Tea

The mellow-buzz brew that once fueled Native Americans is making a comeback.
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RC-MoonPie Festival
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RC-MoonPie Festival

Every year, one tiny Tennessee town celebrates this sugary Southern duo.
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Blenheim Ginger Ale
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Blenheim Ginger Ale

The story of South Carolina's sweet-hot soda begins with a chance discovery during the Revolutionary War.
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Pawpaw
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Pawpaw

The oldest fruit native to North America is probably the least known.
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Hackberry
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Hackberry

The little-known fruit tastes like peanut M&Ms.
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Peanut Butter Fruit
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Peanut Butter Fruit

Its pulp tastes just like the creamy spread.
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Clear Toy Candy
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Clear Toy Candy

A Victorian favorite is hanging on in Pennsylvania.
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Coffee Crisp
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Coffee Crisp

This candy rarely ventures beyond Canada's borders.
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Amezaiku
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Amezaiku

This gorgeous sugar art is making a comeback.
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Jucy Lucy
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Jucy Lucy

This beef patty oozes cheese from within.
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Real Wasabi
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Real Wasabi

Most sushi fans have never tried this rare rhizome.
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Kaffeost
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Kaffeost

In northern Scandinavia, cups of coffee get enhanced with cheese.
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