Werther's Original is one of the few boiled sweets that's instantly recognisable by wrapper alone, and it's searched constantly by people either restocking a favourite or trying to place exactly what makes that caramel flavour so distinct.
A German recipe with a long history
Werther's Original traces back to the German town of Werther, where the recipe is said to date to the early 1900s, developed by a local confectioner. The sweet built its identity on a slow-cooked butter caramel recipe, and it's now owned and produced globally by Storck, a German confectionery company.
Why it's stayed a "classic" rather than fading out
Werther's has leaned heavily into a consistent, old-fashioned positioning — traditional recipe, simple wrapper, marketed across generations rather than chasing trends — which has kept it distinct from newer boiled sweets. It's also expanded sensibly rather than aggressively: soft caramels, sugar-free versions, and filled chocolates, all keeping the same core butterscotch flavour.
What we actually stock right now
Good news on this one — we carry several Werther's lines and most are in stock. Werther's Original Sugar Free Caramel Butter Candies Box 42g is in stock, as is Werther's Original Butter Candies 110g, Werther's Original Soft Eclairs Bag 100g, and Werther's Original Sugar Free Creamy Toffees Bag 65g (limited stock on the toffees, so don't wait too long). The one gap right now is Werther's Original Soft Caramels 110g, which is currently out of stock.
FAQ
Is Werther's Original a German brand?
Yes. It originates from the town of Werther in Germany and is produced by Storck, a German confectionery company.
What's the difference between Werther's hard candies and soft caramels?
The classic butter candies are a hard-boiled sweet; the soft caramels and soft eclairs are chewier, with a softer caramel texture rather than a hard shell.
Is there a sugar-free Werther's option?
Yes — Werther's Original Sugar Free Caramel Butter Candies and Sugar Free Creamy Toffees are both available, and both are currently in stock with us.
Are Werther's Original Soft Caramels in stock at Supreme Sweets?
Not right now — that specific line is currently out of stock. Our other Werther's lines, including the classic butter candies and soft eclairs, are in stock.