Ah, the sweet taste of nostalgia!
Where memories are wrapped in colourful paper and candies are adorned with sweet ribbons, these nostalgic treats no longer grace our store shelves as they once did.
For those who grew up in Birmingham, certain sweets are time capsules, each bite a journey back to the days of penny sweets and Saturday morning trips to the local candy shop.
From the fizz of sherbet lemons to the chew of an apple bonbon, these sugary delights are sure to stir up fond sweets of childhood for a certain generation.
We’ll unwrap the memories of 18 retro sweets that only a true Brummie can appreciate.
So, let’s take a stroll down memory lane and remember the sweet history that these classic treats represent:
5. Sugared Almonds
These were the OG wedding favours. You’d find them in little organza bags at every reception. And let’s be honest, they were more decorative than delicious. But hey, almonds need love too. | Flickr
6. Walkers Nonsuch Chocolate Eclairs
The name alone sounds fancy, right? These chewy toffees were like the James Bond of sweets – always wrapped in gold foil. | Flickr
7. Wrapped Barley Sugar
These were like edible sunbeams – pure sweetness in a twist of paper. | Flickr
8. Pink & White Coconut Ice
This colourful sweet was a favourite, sometimes made at home, on Sunday evenings. The pink and white layers added a fun visual element to the sweet, coconutty treat. | Flickr