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Do Wine Gums Contain Alcohol? The Surprising Truth Behind the Name

Jan 9, 2026 •

4 min read

Wine gums have been a British confectionery staple since 1909, but one question continues to baffle sweet lovers: do wine gums contain alcohol? The short and definitive answer is no, and the reason for the name is a charming piece of marketing history.