{"id":7189,"date":"2022-04-06T14:22:58","date_gmt":"2022-04-06T14:22:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.myukmailbox.com\/blog\/?p=7189"},"modified":"2022-04-06T14:23:01","modified_gmt":"2022-04-06T14:23:01","slug":"best-candies-you-can-only-get-in-the-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myukmailbox.com\/blog\/best-candies-you-can-only-get-in-the-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Candies You Can Only Get in the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

There are some great treats only available in the UK, and we bet you can remember a time you asked a friend or relative to buy some of those famous English sweets for you. Doing so is either a hassle or straight out awkward. Luckily, here at MyUKMailbox<\/a>, we offer services like parcel redirection<\/a>, so you can satisfy your cravings any time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After all, getting a taste of UK-only candies is one way to experience the local culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although, which candy should you order? Whether you\u2019re traveling for a holiday or simply ordering from us, this list of the best candies you can only get in the UK are all worth trying out. They\u2019re also worth the calories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rock Candy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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This classic treat is for you if you love mint-flavored, hard rock candies. Fair warning, though \u2013 breaking a tooth is a possibility. Still, its bright colors and the lovely variety of flavors are enough for the pier goers to choose to chew on it throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll usually find these rock candies in seaside holiday towns. Some even call it \u201cBrighton Rock,\u201d but the name switches depending on which town you bought them from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, you can treat yourself to watching your candies created by candy makers in many confectionery stores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Liquorice Allsorts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Perfect for adults who are kids-at-heart, Liquorice Allsorts is an iconic candy that\u2019s more common during Christmas. With its bizarre designs and shapes, as well as how it smells, lovers of bitter-sweet treats should give this a go. Bertie Bassett is the mascot of this brand, and no, he isn’t a dog but a man that is made out of Liquorice Allsorts!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maltesers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Others say that chocolates can be too sweet or similar, but Maltesers contradict that. Its secret \u2013 balls of biscuits coated in milky, silky chocolate. It became such a universal favorite that it started variations of how it can be consumed, like adding it into hot chocolate or letting each one melt in your mouth. After all, it even has a slogan that says \u201cthe lighter way to enjoy chocolate.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jelly Babies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you\u2019ve had Sour Patch Kids and gummy bears, don\u2019t settle and try Jelly Babies. Fans of Dr. Who are familiar with these because many Doctors have been eating it from a white paper bag. These candy babies are known for their condensed jelly texture and different flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Curly Wurly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A much-loved candy bar, this one is filled with intertwined strings of thick, golden caramel and covered in milk chocolate. The artful and inventive ways simple ingredients can be mixed make this candy truly great. Watch out! This DNA-shaped chewy candy bar might be a bit hard to bite and may get stuck in your teeth, but it\u2019s worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wine Gums<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Get yourself another pack of delightful sweets with these chewy, flavourful, and brightly colored gummies. Traditionally, each piece of Wine Gum is made with the name of a particular alcoholic beverage, such as gin, claret, champagne, sherry, and port.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People of all ages can enjoy these candies because, even if they\u2019re based on wine flavors, they don\u2019t contain any alcohol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rhubarb & Custard<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Have you heard of Suckie Sweet from your Brit-buddy? This is what these UK candies are also called in the country. Based on the name, the Custard is the yellow side that\u2019s sweet and creamy-tasting, while Rhubarb is the red half that has a slightly sour taste. It\u2019s definitely one of the must-try traditional British candies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Double Decker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another favorite that we recommend you try is this marshmallow-y, chewy, and crunchy candy bar. It\u2019s made of nougatine, crispy cereal, and milk chocolate coating that gets consistent praise from taste tests. We may consider this an English national treasure since it\u2019s also based on London\u2019s famous double-decker buses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drumstick Squashies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hoping you can combine marshmallows and gummy bears? Say no more because these British candies will make your dream come true. Available in many flavors, such as apple, sour cherry, bubblegum, and its original two-tone flavor \u2013 raspberry and milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll enjoy its addicting texture and fruity, sweet taste that doesn\u2019t stick to your teeth. You can even get a lollipop Drumstick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fruit Pastilles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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These English sweets from Rowntree\u2019s have no artificial flavors and colors and are made with fruit juice if you prefer gumdrops. You can\u2019t help but chew these small, coin-shaped gumdrops that are sugar-coated and come in five fruity flavors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n