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Buying sweets might seem straightforward, but when shopping online you’ll quickly notice big differences in flavour, packaging, ingredients and quantity. A colourful picture doesn’t always tell you how much sweets you’ll actually receive. Terms like “with fruit flavour”, “natural colours” or “sugar-free” also call for a closer look at the label.
For families, parties and sweet lovers, these are the main pitfalls to watch out for:
A 125 g bag is ideal for a cupboard or a small sharing moment. For a children’s party, the office or a larger group, a multipack or a 1 kg pack may be more practical. Convert the price to price per 100 grams to compare different packs fairly.
Individually wrapped sweets, such as toffees and lollipops, are handy for on the go or for handing out. They do take up more packaging material, though. A resealable bag, on the other hand, is useful if you want to spread the contents over several occasions.
The texture of gummy sweets is often created using gelatine, starch, gum arabic or another gelling agent. If you’re looking for vegan sweets, don’t just look at the front of the pack. Check whether gelatine, milk derivatives, beeswax or other animal-derived ingredients are listed.
Look-O-Look Sour Matte Rainbow Strips is described in the product information as vegan and gelatine-free. Red Band Wine Gums Original, according to the listed ingredients, does contain gelatine and beeswax. That makes these two products suitable for different preferences.
In the European Union, the 14 main allergens must be clearly indicated. In particular, check for:
Also look at the nutritional values per 100 grams. Many regular fruit sweets, wine gums and lollipops contain significant amounts of sugar. Sugar-free sweets often use sweeteners or polyols. Read the warnings on the packaging and follow the recommended usage information.
Fruit gums and wine gums usually have a soft, chewy texture and are perfect for a sweet jar or a film night. Red Band Wine Gums Original combines liquorice and fruit flavours and, according to the product information, is made without artificial colours.
Sour sweets are an obvious choice if you enjoy a tangy flavour. Sour strips, rainbow strips and filled sticks mainly differ in shape, filling and texture. Bear in mind that some varieties contain wheat flour.
Liquorice ranges from sweet to salty and can be combined with fruit flavours. Red Band Drop & Fruit Duo Sweets combines liquorice and wine gum in one sweet. If you want to avoid a strong liquorice taste, check the ingredients for ammonium chloride.
Lollipops, mints and toffees are convenient for handing out individually. A multipack of Mentos Mint is practical for several people or for use at work. Neutral Holland Hopjes, according to the product information, has a coffee flavour and contains milk and lactose.
Why this suits the profile: A 365 g pack offers a generous amount for home, a film night or several sweet-eating occasions.
The clear net weight makes comparison easier. However, do check that gelatine and beeswax fit your dietary choices.
365 g content; combination of liquorice and fruit flavours; according to the product information, gluten-free and without artificial colours.
Why this suits the profile: The rainbow strips combine a recognisable shape with a sour fruit flavour and are designed for sharing.
The product information explicitly states vegan and gelatine-free. However, the product does contain wheat flour and gluten.
125 g pack; approximately 20 strips; vegan and gelatine-free according to the product data provided.
Why this suits the profile: The large pack is designed for stocking up, events, treats and moments with multiple people.
The 1 kg weight makes the quantity clear upfront. After opening, check the storage advice on the packaging.
1 kg content; individually wrapped according to the product description; various fruit flavours; none of the 14 main EU allergens listed.
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.
You can order sweets online by first filtering by type, brand, weight and properties. Search for fruit gums, wine gums, liquorice, sour sweets, lollipops or mints, for example. Always check the product page for net weight, ingredients, allergens and shelf life before you order.
The best-before date is on the packaging. Store sweets in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Seal an opened bag properly to prevent moisture and loss of quality. Do not use a product if the packaging is damaged, and follow the instructions on the label.
No. Sugar-free sweets often contain sweeteners such as sorbitol, aspartame or other polyols. So check the ingredients and warnings on the packaging. “Sugar-free” also says nothing about gelatine, gluten, milk or other potential allergens.
