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:
17. Flumps
These marshmallow twists were like edible clouds. Soft, fluffy, and impossible to eat without getting a little sugar dusting on your face. | Flickr
18. Peppermint candies
The candy that was always mysteriously in your grandmother’s purse, no matter the occasion - well, they also doubled as breath mints | Flickr