Werther's Original vs Ricola menthol
Overall, Ricola menthol has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Werther's Original | Ricola menthol |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 424 kcal | 392 kcal |
| Fat | 8.4 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 5.7 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 71.6 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 1 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 0 g |
| Additives | 2 | 2 |
| Allergens | Milk, Soybeans | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Ricola menthol has no fat, while Werther's Original has 8.4 g.
- Ricola menthol has no saturated fat, while Werther's Original has 5.7 g.
- Ricola menthol has no sugar, while Werther's Original has 71.6 g.
- Ricola menthol has no salt, while Werther's Original has 1 g.
- Werther's Original has 100% more fiber (0.4 g vs 0 g).
- Werther's Original has 100% more protein (0.3 g vs 0 g).
- Ricola menthol has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Werther's Original lists: Milk, Soybeans.
Ingredients
Werther's Original
sugar, glucose syrup, cream ( milk )(7,4%), condensed whey ( milk ) butter ( milk )(4,8 %), partially inverted refiners syrup, salt, emulsifier: soya lecithin, flavouring,
Ricola menthol
Édulcorant (isomalt), menthol, extrait 0.2% d'eucalyptus et du mélange de 13 plantes Ricola, huile essentielle d'eucalyptus, extrait-couleur de spiruline, concentré-couleur de carotte, édulcorant (glucoside de stéviol issu de Stevia).
FAQ
Which is healthier: Werther's Original or Ricola menthol?
Overall, Ricola menthol has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Ricola menthol has fewer calories: 392 kcal versus 424 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Ricola menthol has less sugar: 0 g versus 71.6 g per 100 g.