2 large egg whites at room temperature 8 oz (1 cup) cold water 3 envelopes (1/4 ounce each) unflavored gelatin 14 oz (2 cups) granulated sugar 5.5 oz (1/2 cup) light corn syrup 1/4 tsp salt 1 tsp peppermint extract red food coloring (i use americolor super red gel coloring)