Wine gums (or
winegums) are chewy, firm
pastille-type
sweets similar to
gumdrops without the
sugar coating, originating from the
United Kingdom. All brands have their own recipes containing various sweeteners, flavourings, and
colourings. Wine gums are popular in the
United Kingdom,
Ireland and many
Commonwealth nations, and several northern, middle European countries, and Kuwait. Common
brands include
Maynards,
Bassett's,
Lion and Waterbridge.