TLDR Review: Gustaf's English Licorice Allsorts
Pros
- •The licorice allsorts have an excellent and delicious flavor that many find highly enjoyable.
- •Several reviewers consider this the besasting licorice, preferring it over various other brands.
- •The candy evokes nostalgic childhood memories, adding to its appeal.
- •The assortment offers a great variety of classic shapes and flavors, including a favorite coconut flavor.
- •The large ound bag provides plenty of candy for sharing or lasting enjoyment.
- •Some appreciate the firmer texture, describing it as pleasantly chewy rather than soft.
Cons
- •A significant number of reviewers find the candy stale, with a hard texture that is less tender and chewy than expected.
- •Flavor inconsistency: some feel the licorice taste is weak and overshadowed by excessive sweetness.
- •Several noted the candy tastes disappointing or significantly worse than their past experiences with similar products.
- •There are reports that the candy may have been stored improperly or is older stock, affecting quality despite a good expiration date.
- •The color of the candy is described as unappealing by some users.
- •Some reviewers recommend avoiding this product or choosing other brands because of quality concerns.
Bottom Line
If you're craving classic English licorice allsorts with a nostalgic and delicious flavor, LaetaFood Gustaf's Gourmet Easter Candy offers a generous assortment and size that’s hard to beat. However, be aware that the texture can be firmer or even stale, and the sweetness might overpower the licorice flavor for some. If you want guaranteed freshness and stronger licorice taste, you might consider exploring other well-reviewed licorice brands as an alternative. Overall, this is a solid choice for fans of mixed licorice candies who enjoy a variety bag and don’t mind a firmer chew.
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