Box of sweet treats for that special occasion 750g

What is Sweet Pick and Mix? 

• A Variety of Sweets:

  Pick and mix refers to a display of different types of sweets, such as jelly babies, sour worms, gummi bears,and fruit chews, which are all available for purchase.

• Customer Selection:

  The "pick" aspect means that customers can choose exactly which sweets they want, rather than buying a pre-packaged assortment.

• Bulk Display:

  The sweets are usually displayed in large containers or dispensers, allowing customers to fill a bag with their preferred combination.

Common Ingredients

Ingredients vary significantly by the type of sweet chosen. However, common components of pick and mix sweets include: 

• Sweeteners:

  Sugar, glucose syrup, glucose-fructose syrup, and dextrose are frequently used. 

• Gelling Agents:

  Gelatine (beef or halal) is common, giving sweets their chewy, jelly-like texture, though some varieties use pectin or modified starches. 

• Acids:

  Citric acid and malic acid are often added to provide a tangy flavour. 

• Flavourings and Colours:

  Artificial and natural flavourings and colours (such as anthocyanins, carotenes, and curcumin) create the distinctive tastes and vibrant appearance of the sweets. 

• Other Ingredients:

  Other components can include fats (such as palm oil), starch, water, and glazing agents like carnauba wax or beeswax. 

Where to Find Pick and Mix

• Retailers:

  Pick and mix displays are a common sight in cinemas, supermarkets, sweet shops, and online retailers that specialize in confectionery.