Rowntree's Fruit Pastilles
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Rowntree's Fruit Pastilles are circular sweets formerly made by Rowntree's, who were later acquired by Nestlé. They appear in different colours, each with a different flavour, and are coated in sugar. Inside, they are softer and gel-like. Fruit pastilles contain no added flavourings or colourings. They are made in Fawdon, Tyneside. They were first made in 1881 and are Rowntree's oldest product. Around 100 million tubes are consumed each year. This product is also distributed to Canada and several Asian countries (ie: Hong Kong, Singapore) where it is marketed as Nestle Frutips.
Flavours include strawberry, blackcurrant, orange, lemon (may be replaced by pineapple), and lime.
Ice-lolly versions were originally made in Telford, but are now made in Crossgates by Richmond Foods of North Yorkshire after it bought Nestlé's ice cream division in 2001.
