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International sweets offer flavours and shapes you won’t always find in British supermarkets. Think Asian sweets with milk or ginger flavour, Turkish sesame-based treats, Indian sweets made with peanuts and cane sugar, or American sweets with fruity combinations. But eye-catching packaging doesn’t tell you everything about what’s inside.
When buying sweets from abroad online, it’s worth checking three things: the ingredients, allergens and practicalities of the packaging. That way, you can choose the right treats for everyday snacking, a sweet gift or sharing.
Colourful packaging, familiar characters and claims such as “with fruit” can give the impression that a product contains lots of fruit. So check the ingredients list and nutritional information. For example, Chupa Chups Fruit contains a mix of different fruit flavours, while the product information states that fruit purée makes up 3%.
Cokoc Peelable Gummies Mixed Fruit Flavor lists apple, strawberry and mango concentrates among its ingredients. But the flavour also comes from sugar, glucose syrup, acidity regulators, gelling agents and flavourings. So a fruity taste doesn’t automatically mean a high fruit content.
Product information can vary between packaging and markets. Fruittella Long John is described as vegan, but the available information also lists milk among the allergens. So always check the current packaging before serving the sweets to someone with an allergy or a specific dietary requirement.
Also look out for less obvious ingredients. Gummies can contain gelatine; Nerds Gummy Clusters, for example, list pork gelatine. Look-O-Look Top Mix contains wheat, so it isn’t suitable for people avoiding gluten.
A large bag may seem like good value, but it isn’t always practical for a party or as a gift. Individually wrapped sweets are easier to hand out and easier to manage once opened. Candy floss, such as CARE BEARS Strawberry Flavor Cotton Candy, can shrink or dissolve when exposed to heat, moisture and air. It’s therefore intended to be eaten straight after opening.
Start by checking the 14 main EU allergens. Pay particular attention to:
If you have an allergy, always go by the packaging. Online information can change and doesn’t replace checking the physical label.
Whether you choose gummies, lollipops, hard sweets or soft sweets depends on how you plan to enjoy them:
Chupa Chups explicitly states that its lollipops aren’t suitable for children under three. Children shouldn’t run or play while eating them.
Don’t compare price alone; look at the weight and how the sweets are portioned, too. A 120-gram bag of individually wrapped sweets is very different from an 800-gram tub for a party.
Nutritional information also shows that many sweets contain around 337 to 451 kcal per 100 grams, depending on the type and recipe. Check the sugar content per 100 grams as well as the amount you’ll actually serve. In general, store sweets in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Some products, such as halva, have additional storage instructions on the packaging.
Why it suits this profile: A familiar mix of apple, raspberry, orange and cherry flavours for anyone looking for an easy introduction to sweets from around the world.
The flavours and net quantity of 192 grams are clearly stated. Do check the ingredients and lollipop warning, though.
Four named fruit flavours, individually wrapped and ideal for sharing.
Why it suits this profile: A Chinese sweet-shop classic for anyone who loves a creamy, chewy texture.
The product information lists milk powder, butter and milk as allergens, so you can check the ingredients with these in mind.
108 grams, a chewy texture and edible rice paper, according to the product description.
Why it suits this profile: For anyone looking for Indian sweets with a firm, crunchy texture in small portions.
The ingredients and allergens are clearly listed: it contains peanuts and sesame. This helps you avoid the wrong choice if you have an allergy.
200 grams with peanuts, sesame, rajgira and jaggery; ideal for sharing or as a festive treat.
Why it suits this profile: An Indonesian coffee sweet for adults who enjoy a bold coffee and caramel flavour.
The product information states that it contains 2.45% coffee extract and lists allergens such as milk and soya. This gives you a clearer idea of the flavour than the product name alone.
120 grams, with milk powder, butter and coffee extract according to the ingredients list.
We’ve put together a full, up-to-date list of products that meet these strict selection criteria and current European safety regulations.
Choose a product with individual wrappers or several small portions. Chupa Chups Fruit Bag contains individually wrapped lollipops. Look-O-Look Top Mix comes in ten small portion packs. For larger groups, ABC Animal Friends Jelly Straw Jar, with 800 grams, is an option. Check the storage advice once it’s opened, though.
Always check the current ingredients list and allergen information. Look out for milk, butter, gelatine and ingredients whose origin isn’t clear. A marketing term such as “vegan” isn’t enough if the online product information contains conflicting details.
Store most types in a cool, dry, sealed container, away from sunlight, heat and moisture. Gummies and jelly may lose their texture once opened. Candy floss should generally be eaten straight away. For halva and other products with specific instructions, always follow the label on the packaging.
