Tic Tac Freshmints

Tic Tac Freshmints are small, hard-pressed mints from the Tic Tac line, listed here under snacks and candy. They aren't a beverage or spirit, so there's no serving temperature or glassware to speak of. Expect the clean, cool peppermint-style flavor that this type of mint usually has, with a firm bite-sized pellet that dissolves slowly instead of chewing through quickly. Mints in this style usually have a light sweetness and no chocolate, caramel or fruit layer, so the mint stays the only note. The format is the main thing to know. The pellets are tiny, so one or two at a time is a normal portion, and they fit in a pocket, a bag or a car cup holder. They're best eaten at room temperature, straight from the pack. Chilling doesn't change much, and heat can make hard candy clump or stick. For pairing, a mint like this suits the end of a meal, after coffee or tea, or after anything savory, garlicky or spicy, when you want a clean-tasting mouth. It also works as a small candy dish item for a desk or a hosting table. If you're buying for a mixed snack or candy assortment, it's the plain, no-frills mint option next to richer chocolate or fruit pieces.