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Fisherman's Friend Original
Fisherman's Friend Original by Fisherman's Friend provides 381 kcal per 100 g, with 88.6 g of sugars and 0.3 g of protein. That is 63% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Candies category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 381 kcal | 364 +5% |
| Total fat | 0 g | 3.3 −99% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 1.9 −99% |
| Carbohydrates | 94.7 g | 81.6 +16% |
| Total sugars | 88.6 g | 54.5 +63% |
| Added sugars | 57.1 g | 49.4 +16% |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 2.1 −85% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0.3 −97% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 11614 Candies products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other candies
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar, Flavourins: Liquorice Extract, Menthol, Eucalyptus Oil, Capsicum Tincture, Dextrin, Thickener: Gum Tragacanth.
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Sold in
- France, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 50357291
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Fisherman's Friend Original?
Fisherman's Friend Original contains 381 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Fisherman's Friend Original?
Fisherman's Friend Original has 88.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Fisherman's Friend Original healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 19, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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