Hubba Bubba probably never had any business getting involved in the soda game. Dr. Pepper probably never had any business getting involved in the gum game. Perhaps one was a retaliation against the other for encroaching on their territory?
Whatever the reason for Dr. Pepper Gum coming into the world, it was a revelation. Somehow, in the center of the gum, there was a liquid core packed full of the distinctive taste of Dr. Pepper soda. Chewing it could be messy, but it was always fun.