Here's a great carp bait which was passed down from my Grandfather. I've fished for carp for at least 45 years and this works.

• 1 can whole kernel corn blended in a blender.
• 1 cup crushed Wheaties or bran flakes
• 1 cup quick oats
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup cottonseed meal
• 1 cup black molasses

To this mixture you can add a flavoring. I usually make a ball of bait that is flavored with vanilla, one with strawberry, and one with anise, and one with no extra flavoring. Mix all these ingredients in a bowl and add flour to thicken until it is at the right consistency to stay on the hook.