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When you’re looking for sugar-free sweets, you often focus on flavour or brand first. Yet “sugar-free” doesn’t tell you everything about a product. One variety is designed to dissolve slowly, another to be chewed or taken on the go. Sweeteners, allergens and pack sizes can also vary significantly from product to product.
With this guide, you can compare sugar-free sweets, sugar-free liquorice, peppermints, menthol sweets and chewing gum on verifiable features. That way, you’ll avoid buying a large pack that doesn’t suit how you actually use it.
Sugar-free sweets typically contain little or no sugar, but often include polyols such as maltitol, sorbitol or xylitol. As a result, the label may still show carbohydrates and energy. For example: Sportlife ExtraMint lists 0 grams of sugar per 100 grams, but also 69 grams of polyols and 182 kcal per 100 grams.
So don’t just look at the front of the pack. Always check the nutritional information table and the ingredients list too.
Many sugar-free sweets contain sweeteners. According to product information, high consumption of polyols can have a laxative effect. This is stated on products such as Sportlife, Klene, Smint and Fisherman’s Friend.
Some products also contain aspartame. Smint Fresh Effect, Wilhelmina Sugar-Free Peppermint and several Fisherman’s Friend varieties state they are a source of phenylalanine. People with phenylketonuria (PKU) need to take this into account. Always read the current label before you buy.
A pot of 150 peppermints is practical for home, the office or the car, but less compact than a roll. Chewing gum in individual boxes works differently from a resealable pot. So pay attention to:
Check the “of which sugars” line in the nutritional information table. For many products in this selection, it shows 0 grams of sugar per 100 grams, but the total carbohydrate content can be high due to polyols.
Also note the type of sweetener:
“Sugar-free” therefore doesn’t automatically mean that every product is suitable for every personal dietary choice.
For fans of sugar-free liquorice, ingredients such as liquorice root, ammonium chloride and gum arabic are relevant. These give a firm texture and a sweet, salty or slightly spicy profile. Klene Sugarfree Salty Ovals and Fisherman’s Friend Salmiak are aimed at a pronounced salty taste.
If you prefer fresh flavours, look at sugar-free peppermints, sugar-free menthol sweets or eucalyptus varieties. The product description for Smint and Fisherman’s Friend mentions a strong menthol or mint flavour; this is the brand’s flavour description and not a medical claim.
For long-lasting use on the go, sugar-free chewing gum can be more practical. Sportlife and Mentos offer packs with multiple pieces, while Falim Watermelon has a fruity watermelon flavour in a multipack.
A resealable bag is handy for liquorice at home or on the move. A pot of loose peppermints is good for sharing or placing in several spots. Rolls and small boxes take up less room in a jacket pocket or bag.
When ordering online, check that the product name and contents match your expectations. “3 x 3 rolls”, “4 x 12 pieces” and “150 pieces” are different pack sizes, even when the products seem similar in flavour.
Why it fits this profile: The resealable pot contains 68 pieces, making it easy to use at a desk, in the car or on the go.
The contents and number of pieces are clearly stated. The pot prevents loose chewing gum from easily getting lost.
0 g sugar per 100 g, 68 pieces and a resealable pack.
Why it fits this profile: This variety has a firm texture and a sweet, slightly spicy liquorice character for those who focus on flavour and mouthfeel.
The product information states 100 g contents, 0 g sugar and the ingredients used, so you can compare flavour and composition.
Gum arabic, liquorice root and ammonium chloride; according to the product information, none of the 14 major EU allergens.
Why it fits this profile: The two pots, each with 50 sugar-free menthol sweets, provide a supply for your bag, car or desk.
The multipack makes the quantity clear upfront. Do check the warning for polyols and phenylalanine on the label.
2 x 50 pieces, strong menthol flavour according to the product description and a compact pot.
Why it fits this profile: The three small packs are ideal for anyone who wants a pronounced salmiak flavour and keeps portions in different places.
The pack consists of three 25 g portions. The product information also lists sorbitol and liquorice root, so you can check the relevant warnings.
3 x 25 g, 0 to less than 0.5 g sugar per 100 g according to the product information and a salty salmiak flavour.
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.
In practice, this refers to products with little or no sugar. Always check the nutritional information table. A product may contain 0 grams of sugar, but still provide polyols, carbohydrates and calories.
No. Many varieties contain polyols, such as sorbitol and maltitol. According to the warning on several product packs, excessive consumption can have a laxative effect. Stick to the portion information and store the product as directed on the label.
Rolls, small boxes and pots with loose pieces are practical. For chewing gum, Sportlife ExtraMint, Sportlife Smashmint and Mentos Wintergreen are examples with multiple pieces. For peppermints or menthol sweets, Smint, Wilhelmina and Fisherman’s Friend are compact choices. Check the contents, ingredients and any warnings before you buy.
