The invention includes an edible composition which contains at least one
gum, a non-nutritive sweetener, at least one of glycerin and a glycol,
and a flavoring agent. The composition is essentially calorie-free. The
invention also includes a composition having a taste and texture like
honey. The honey-like composition contains a gum, a non-nutritive
sweetener, a preservative agent a flavoring agent and at least one of
glycerin and a glycol. The composition additionally contains water. The
invention additionally includes a method of forming a food product.