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Buying sweets online gives you far more choice than a trip to the supermarket. You’ll find not only familiar wine gums and sour sweets, but also gummies, jelly beans, Turkish delight, cherry sweets, dried plums and exotic sweets from Asia. That wide selection makes comparing easy, but it also increases the chance of a disappointing purchase.
A flashy packet doesn’t tell you much about what’s inside. So pay attention to the weight, ingredients, allergens and how you plan to use the sweets. Below are practical points to consider, along with some popular choices from the Joybuy range.
A 300g bag might seem appealing when you’re looking for sweets to share. For one person, though, such a packet could stay open for a long time. This can affect the texture, especially with soft gummies and fruity sweets.
Always compare the net weight with how you’ll be eating them:
A fruit flavour doesn’t automatically mean a product contains a lot of fruit. Check the ingredients list and the nutritional information per 100g. For example, Red Band Winegum Duo Sweet Fresh contains sugar, glucose syrup, starch and gelatine, according to the product information. The description says it uses natural colours and flavourings, but it also contains 58g of sugar per 100g.
With Chinese plum snacks, the salt content can be particularly important. Jiabao Preserved Plum, for instance, lists 8.5g of salt per 100g. What’s more, “sugar-free” doesn’t always mean free from sweeteners. Some products contain aspartame, saccharin or other sweeteners. If that’s something you need to be aware of, check the label before you buy.
Gummies can contain gelatine. Nerds Gummy Clusters Fruit-Flavour Candy lists pork gelatine in its ingredients, and the product contains milk and apple. Red Band Winegum Duo Sweet Fresh contains gelatine and sulphites, and may contain traces of milk.
Colourings also deserve attention. Some products carry the mandatory warning that E102, E110 or E129 may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children. So always check the current packaging. The online product information can change, and the label is what counts.
Start by looking at:
When buying sweets to share, it’s also wise to consider different dietary needs. A product free from the 14 main EU allergens, such as Bebeto O Worms, can be simpler for a mixed group. Always check the packaging, though, because the recipe and production site can change.
The shape gives you an idea of the eating experience, but not everything. Soft gummies like wine gums and worms are chewy and firm. Jelly beans usually have a smooth outer shell with a softer centre. Freeze-dried sweets, on the other hand, are light and crunchy; the texture is quite different from traditional sour sweets.
With dried plums and Chinese plum snacks, it’s often about a firm, chewy texture and a combination of sweet, sour and salty flavours. If you prefer something crunchy, you could look at dried red jujube slices, such as HaoXiangNi Crispy Red Jujube Slices.
Pay attention to the country of origin, the responsible party and any storage advice. Generally, keep sweets in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and seal the packet well after opening. With Asian snacks, the instructions and warnings on the packaging are sometimes more detailed than in the short product title.
Check the best-before date on the packaging before eating. Don’t use a bag if the packaging is damaged. Individually wrapped sweets are handy for sharing, while a resealable bag is better for several snacking sessions.
Why this suits the profile: A familiar choice with 215g of content for anyone who wants to start with gummies or wine gums without complicated flavour combinations.
The weight, ingredients and nutritional information are clearly stated. This lets you compare the contents based on concrete data rather than just the packaging.
Two-colour wine gum; 215g; packaging made with up to 50% biodegradable plastic according to the product description.
Why this suits the profile: For anyone looking for a traditional Chinese plum snack with a clear fruit content and individual portions for storing or sharing.
The product states a minimum of 90% green plum. This means you can check the fruit content rather than relying on the flavour name alone.
160g; minimum 90% green plum; individually wrapped; sweet and sour flavour with salt and spices.
Why this suits the profile: The 300g bag is designed for parties, games nights and larger groups who want to serve plenty of soft gummies.
The large size is clearly linked to sharing. This means you won’t buy a family-sized bag for a small individual snacking session.
300g; worm shape; soft, chewy texture; free from the 14 main EU allergens according to the product information.
Why this suits the profile: For anyone wanting to try freeze-dried sweets and looking for a sour variety with a light, crunchy texture.
The product information lists the ingredients and the warning about certain colourings. Check these details if you’re buying sweets for children.
80g; sour flavour; freeze-dried texture; nutritional information and ingredients are specified online.
For a classic sweet treat, wine gums, sour sweets and cherry sweets are easy to combine. Holland Foodz Cherry Sticks at 110g, for example, suits fans of traditional confectionery with a cherry flavour. If you’re after something different, you could consider jelly beans or a flavour game like Mr Twister Hot Chip Roulette Candy.
For lovers of dried fruit, there are several directions to explore:
With plum snacks, pay extra attention to salt, sweeteners and any mention of phenylalanine. This appears on the label of several products containing aspartame, among others.
We’ve put together a full, up-to-date list of products that fully meet these strict selection criteria and comply with current European safety regulations.
That depends on the size, the price per 100g and any delivery costs. Always compare the net weight and consider whether you need several packets at once. A large bag isn’t automatically better value if you end up leaving some unused.
The shelf life varies by product. Soft gummies can lose their texture due to moisture or heat. Dried plums can dry out if the bag isn’t sealed properly. Store sweets in a cool, dry place, seal the packaging well and follow the best-before information on the label.
Choose a packet that suits the number of people and check for allergens beforehand. A 300g bag of Bebeto O Worms is designed for larger snacking occasions. Individually wrapped plums or sweets are handy when everyone wants their own portion.
