We've built four dietary collections properly — checked against real ingredient lists, not just assumed from branding — and written up the reasoning behind each one separately. This page is the map: start here, then go as deep as you need.
Halal-Friendly
"Halal-friendly" and "certified halal" are not the same claim, and we only use the former — based on the manufacturer's own declaration, not our own assessment.
Browse the Halal-Friendly collection
- Halal Sweets: What "Halal-Friendly" Actually Means vs Certified Halal
- Are Your Sweets Halal? How to Read UK Sweet Labels
- Are Millions Halal? What "Halal-Friendly" Actually Means
Vegan
No gelatine, no beeswax, no honey, no dairy — checked ingredient by ingredient rather than assumed from a "vegan-friendly" badge.
- Vegan Sweets: What Actually Qualifies, and Why Most Gummies Don't
- Bonds Vegan Mix: What Makes a Sweet Actually Vegan
Vegetarian
Gelatine is the usual trap, but not the only one — and it's easier to get wrong than most labels suggest.
Browse the Vegetarian collection
Gluten-Free
Checked against wheat, barley, rye and oats line by line — including the reminder that "vegan" and "gluten-free" are two entirely separate claims.
Browse the Gluten-Free collection
Allergens & Reading Labels Generally
Beyond the four collections above, these cover the labelling questions that come up regardless of diet:
- Common Sweet Allergens: A Quick Reference Guide
- Nut Allergies and Sweets: What "May Contain Nuts" Actually Means
- What the E-Numbers on Your Sweet Packet Actually Mean
- What Does "Natural" Actually Mean on a Sweet Label?
- Candy Kittens: What "No Nasties" Actually Means on a Sweet Label
All four collections are delivered UK-wide, same as everything else on the site.