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Werther's Original
Werther's Original by Storck provides 424 kcal per 100 g, with 71.6 g of sugars and 0.3 g of protein. That is 94% 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 Hard candies category and comes in a 135 g pack. Contains: milk, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 5 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 424 kcal | 21 kcal | 366 +16% | |
| Total fat | 8.4 g | 0.4 g | 1% | 1.2 +628% |
| Saturated fat | 5.7 g | 0.3 g | 2% | 0.6 +791% |
| Carbohydrates | 86.9 g | 4.3 g | 2% | 90.1 |
| Total sugars | 71.6 g | 3.6 g | 36.9 +94% | |
| Added sugars | 72.5 g | 3.6 g | 7% | 34.9 +108% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.4 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.8 −78% |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.4 −26% |
| Salt | 1 g | 0.1 g | 0.2 +559% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 341 Hard candies products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other hard candies
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
sugar, glucose syrup, cream ( milk )(7,4%), condensed whey ( milk ) butter ( milk )(4,8 %), partially inverted refiners syrup, salt, emulsifier: soya lecithin, flavouring,
- Allergens
- MilkSoybeans
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 135 g
- Serving size
- 5 g
- Labels & certifications
- Green Dot
- Sold in
- Denmark, Finland, France, Norway, Poland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 4014400910063
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Werther's Original?
Werther's Original contains 424 kcal per 100 g and about 21 kcal per serving (5 g).
How much sugar is in Werther's Original?
Werther's Original has 71.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Werther's 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.
Is Werther's Original vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Werther's Original contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 28, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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