When working with gums, the proof is in the pudding. What that basically means is that there is a wide variety of gums, each with its own specific properties, and it is very important to tailor the right one—or ones—to the application in order to achieve the right functionality without having a negative impact on the finished product. In that respect, gums have always reminded me of sweeteners: Finding the right one in your toolbox is paramount to the success of the application. …