Rowntree's Fruit Gums

Rowntree's Fruit Gums

Rowntree's Fruit Gums are a popular British confectionery, produced by Nestlé. They were first introduced in 1893 by the Rowntree's company, which was based in York, England.

History

Rowntree's Fruit Gums were first produced in 1893. The original intention of the company was to create a product that could be enjoyed by both children and adults. The product was initially sold in small boxes, similar to those used for cigarettes, and were marketed as a healthy snack.

Product Description

Rowntree's Fruit Gums are small, round, chewy sweets that come in a variety of fruit flavours. The flavours include lemon, lime, orange, blackcurrant and strawberry. Each sweet is stamped with the name of its flavour. They are made using real fruit juice and contain no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives.

Popularity

Rowntree's Fruit Gums have remained a popular confectionery choice in the UK for over a century. They are also exported to various countries around the world, including Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

In Popular Culture

Rowntree's Fruit Gums have been featured in various forms of media over the years. They were famously mentioned in the Beatles song "Savoy Truffle", and have also been referenced in various television shows and films.

See Also

• Rowntree's
• Nestlé
• List of confectionery brands

References

• Rowntree's Fruit Gums - History
• Rowntree's Fruit Gums - Product Description
• Rowntree's Fruit Gums - Popularity
• Rowntree's Fruit Gums - In Popular Culture

External Links

• [Official Website of Rowntree's]
• [Rowntree's Fruit Gums on Nestlé's Website]