Rowntree's Fruit Pastilles

Rowntree's Fruit Pastilles are small round sweets introduced by the Rowntree's company in 1881. They are chewy, sugar-coated pastilles made with fruit juice, and are available in five flavours: lemon (yellow), lime (green), strawberry (red), blackcurrant (purple) and orange (orange).

History

Rowntree's introduced Fruit Pastilles in 1881, making them one of the company's oldest products. The original recipe was devised by brothers Henry, Joseph, and Francis Rowntree, along with French confectioner August Claude Gaget. The sweets were initially marketed as a healthy choice due to their high fruit content.

Production

Rowntree's Fruit Pastilles are produced by Nestlé, which acquired Rowntree's in 1988. The sweets are made by mixing fruit juice and sugar, then heating the mixture until it forms a paste. This paste is then shaped into small round pastilles and coated in sugar.

Varieties

In addition to the original Fruit Pastilles, Rowntree's also produces several other varieties, including Fruit Gums, Fruit Jellies, and Fruit Sherbets. Each variety has its own unique texture and flavour profile.

In popular culture

Rowntree's Fruit Pastilles have been featured in various forms of media and have a strong cultural presence in the UK. They have been mentioned in songs, books, and films, and have been used in advertising campaigns.

See also

• Rowntree's
• Nestlé
• Confectionery