Percy Pig
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Percy Pig
Percy Pig is a brand of fruit-flavored gummy candy made primarily from fruit juice and sold by the British retailer Marks & Spencer. The candies are shaped like pigs and have become a popular confectionery item in the United Kingdom.
History[edit | edit source]
Percy Pig was first introduced by Marks & Spencer in 1992. The original sweets were made with real fruit juice and had a distinctive pig shape. Over the years, the brand has expanded to include a variety of flavors and related products.
Varieties[edit | edit source]
The original Percy Pig sweets are raspberry-flavored, but the range has expanded to include several other varieties:
- Percy Piglets: Smaller versions of the original Percy Pig sweets.
- Penny Pigs: A variation with a different flavor profile.
- Phizzy Pig Tails: A sour version of the sweets.
- Veggie Percy: A vegetarian version made without gelatin.
Cultural Impact[edit | edit source]
Percy Pig has become a cultural icon in the UK, with a dedicated fan base. The sweets are often associated with childhood nostalgia and are a popular gift item.
Related Products[edit | edit source]
In addition to the sweets, Marks & Spencer has expanded the Percy Pig brand to include other products such as:
- Percy Pig ice cream
- Percy Pig dessert sauces
- Percy Pig soft drinks
Competitors[edit | edit source]
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Percy Pig faces competition from similar gummy candies sold by other retailers. One notable competitor is the "Henry Hippo" candy sold by Lidl, which also features animal-shaped gummies.
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