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Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-22T03:50:22Z

AprilKang:

== '''Werther's Original - Regular Hard Caramels VS No Sugar Added Hard Caramels''' ==

== Introduction ==
‘Werther's Original Caramel Hard Candies’ are caramel-flavoured hard candies popular for their creamy flavour and quality ingredients. The company August Storck KG originated in the small German village of Werther, and their iconic hard candies were crafted by the confectioner Gustav Nebel.<ref>{{Cite web|date=Jul 21st, 2026|title=The Werther's original story.|url=https://www.werthers-original.us/en/our-story|url-status=live|access-date=Jul 21st, 2026|website=Werther's Original}}</ref> Following their increased popularity and mainstream growth, they have diversified into many new product lines, including soft-centred or toffee-like products, as well as new flavours such as apple, coffee, and chocolate.<ref>{{Cite web|date=July 21st, 2026|title=Werther's Original: the evolution of a caramel that melts the whole world|url=https://popsamerica.com/gb/blog/candy/the-history-of-werther-s-original?srsltid=AfmBOoqg-tClKHG66b-n0l3tX4LAGC_TK4RneHRWDSsL_tjazzERcst2|url-status=live|access-date=July 21st, 2026|website=The History of Werther's Original - Pop's America}}</ref> They have also introduced lines of low- or no-sugar products, including the ‘Werther's Original Sugar Free Hard Caramel Candy’

The Werther's Original Classic Hard Caramel continues to be the brand's best-selling product globally.<ref>{{Cite web|date=July 21st , 2026|title=Best-Selling Werther's Candy: Top 10 Ranked by Real Sales 2026|url=https://www.asinsight.com/report/US/werthers-candy|url-status=live|access-date=July 21st, 2026|website=Best Selling Werthers Candy: See Top Product Rankings by Sales Volume & Market Trends}}</ref> This article aims to examine the differences between the original hard candy product and the sugar-free alternative. <ref>{{Cite web|last=August Storck|first=KG|date=accessed July 21, 2026|title=Caramel World.|url=https://www.werthers-original.ca/en/caramel-world|url-status=live|website=Werther's Original Canada.}}</ref>

== Pictures ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.17.44.png|none|thumb|283x283px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.19.21.png|none|thumb|240x240px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.20.55.png|none|thumb|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Ingredient List]]
|-
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.22.21.png|none|thumb|284x284px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.23.30.png|none|thumb|350x350px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.25.07.png|none|thumb|296x296px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Ingredients List]]
|}

== Ingredient lists==

=== 1. Lists of ingredients ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Werther’s Original (Regular Version)
!Werther’s Original (No sugar added version)
|-
|
# Sugars [sugar, glucose syrup (wheat), cane sugar syrup]
# Cream (milk)
# Condensed whey
# Butter, salt
# Soy lecithin
# Artificial flavour
|
# Isomalt
# Butter(milk)
# Cream
# Salt
# Natural and artificial flavours (wheat)
# Soy lecithin
# Acesulfame-potassium (6mg/serving)
|-
|Contains; Wheat, Milk, Soy
|Contains; Wheat, Milk, Soy
|}

=== 2. Identify fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used, if there is any ===
For both Werther’s Original (no sugar added version), and the regular version, there are no fat substitutes, both rely on butter and cream for fats. For the no sugar added version, Isomalt and acesulfame-potassium are used as sugar substitutes. Soy lecithin is an additive, classified as an emulsifier, and is present in both versions. Both versions also have natural and artificial flavours (which are additives).

=== 3. Explain the roles of fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used in terms of the functional properties they contribute to the product ===
Isomalt is a bulk sugar substitute, used to provide the physical volume, weight, and texture that sugar normally supplies. Acesulfame-potassium is used to boost the sweetness of the candy, since isomalt is only half as sweet as sugar. Together, isomalt and acesulfame-potassium can be used as a sugar substitute. Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier. This is necessary since the caramel contains both water-soluble ingredients(such as the sugar and sugar substitute) and fats (butter and cream, which are mostly oil). The emulsifier acts as a bridge between these two, ensuring that the fat remains evenly blended throughout the sugar. The natural and artificial flavours serve to enhance the aroma and taste. This is especially important for the no sugar added version (which contains BOTH natural and artificial flavours, while the regular only contains artificial), since the sugar substitutes do not undergo traditional Maillard browning like regular sugar does.

=== '''4. Compare and contrast the lists of the two products and explain differences''': ===
'''Similarity''': Both contain butter, cream, salt, soy lecithin, and flavouring agents.

'''Difference''': Between these products, the regular version uses sugar (sucrose and glucose) as its sweetening agents, while the no-sugar-added version uses isomalt and acesulfame-potassium as sweetening agents. Isomalt is only about 50% as sweet as sucrose.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|title=Isomalt|url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/isomalt|url-status=live|access-date=July 21, 2026|website=ScienceDirect Topics|publisher=Elsevier}}</ref> Therefore, it is added with acesulfame-potassium to increase its overall sweetness because acesulfame-potassium is 200 times sweeter than sucrose.<ref>{{Cite web|display-authors=Irwin RD, Malarkey DE, Bristol DW, et al|title=NTP Genetically Modified Model Report on the Toxicity Studies of Acesulfame Potassium (CASRN 55589-62-3)|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK576288/|access-date=July 21, 2026|website=NCBI Bookshelf|publisher=National Center for Biotechnology Information}}</ref> Isomalt is a sugar alcohol with a very low glycemic index.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Facts About Polyols: Isomalt|url=https://polyols.org/learn-the-label/isomalt/](https://polyols.org/learn-the-label/isomalt/|url-status=live|access-date=July 21, 2026|website=Polyols Information Source|publisher=Calorie Control Council}}</ref> It replaces sugar to provide a healthier alternative for diabetic consumers as it produces little to no increase in blood glucose or insulin levels compared to sucrose.<ref name=":0" />

== Labels ==
{| class="wikitable"
|Brand
|Werther’s Original
|-
|Product Name
|Caramel Hard Candies and No-Sugar-Added Hard Caramels
|-
|Net Quantity
|135 g for Regular version and 70g for No Sugar Added version
|-
|Front of package Nutrition symbol
|“High in Sugars / Élevé en Sucres”
|-
|Authority shown on nutrition symbol
|Health Canada / Santé Canada
|-
|Product descriptions
|“ The Old World Recipe” and “The Smooth Classic”
|-
|Product Images
|Pictures of the caramel candies and their individual wrappers
|-
|Nutrition Facts
|The nutrition facts table contains required information including calories, fat (saturated and trans fat), carbohydrate, fibre, sugar. protein, cholesterol, sodium, potassium, calcium, and iron.
|-
|Allergen Information
|List of allergens on the back
|-
|Ingredients
|List of ingredients on the back
|-
|Business Information
|Storck Manufacture
|}
Overall, the information complies with the regulatory requirements as outlined in Lesson 04.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
<references />

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]
<references />

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-22T02:02:31Z

AprilKang:

== '''Werther's Original - Regular Hard Caramels VS No Sugar Added Hard Caramels''' ==

== Introduction ==
‘Werther's Original Caramel Hard Candies’ are caramel-flavoured hard candies popular for their creamy flavour and quality ingredients. The company August Storck KG originated in the small German village of Werther, and their iconic hard candies were crafted by the confectioner Gustav Nebel. Following their increased popularity and mainstream growth, they have diversified into many new product lines, including soft-centred or toffee-like products, as well as new flavours such as apple, coffee, and chocolate. They have also introduced lines of low- or no-sugar products, including the ‘Werther's Original Sugar Free Hard Caramel Candy’

The Werther's Original Classic Hard Caramel continues to be the brand's best-selling product globally. This article aims to examine the differences between the original hard candy product and the sugar-free alternative. <ref>{{Cite web|last=August Storck|first=KG|date=accessed July 21, 2026|title=Caramel World.|url=https://www.werthers-original.ca/en/caramel-world|url-status=live|website=Werther's Original Canada.}}</ref>

== Pictures ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.17.44.png|none|thumb|283x283px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.19.21.png|none|thumb|240x240px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.20.55.png|none|thumb|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Ingredient List]]
|-
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.22.21.png|none|thumb|284x284px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.23.30.png|none|thumb|350x350px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.25.07.png|none|thumb|296x296px|Werher's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Ingredients List]]
|}

== Ingredient lists==

=== 1. Lists of ingredients ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Werther’s Original (Regular Version)
!Werther’s Original (No sugar added version)
|-
|
# Sugars [sugar, glucose syrup (wheat), cane sugar syrup]
# Cream (milk)
# Condensed whey
# Butter, salt
# Soy lecithin
# Artificial flavour
|
# Isomalt
# Butter(milk)
# Cream
# Salt
# Natural and artificial flavours (wheat)
# Soy lecithin
# Acesulfame-potassium (6mg/serving)
|-
|Contains; Wheat, Milk, Soy
|Contains; Wheat, Milk, Soy
|}

=== 2. Identify fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used, if there is any ===
For both Werther’s Original (no sugar added version), and the regular version, there are no fat substitutes, both rely on butter and cream for fats. For the no sugar added version, Isomalt and acesulfame-potassium are used as sugar substitutes. Soy lecithin is an additive, classified as an emulsifier, and is present in both versions. Both versions also have natural and artificial flavours (which are additives).

=== 3. Explain the roles of fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used in terms of the functional properties they contribute to the product ===
Isomalt is a bulk sugar substitute, used to provide the physical volume, weight, and texture that sugar normally supplies. Acesulfame-potassium is used to boost the sweetness of the candy, since isomalt is only half as sweet as sugar. Together, isomalt and acesulfame-potassium can be used as a sugar substitute. Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier. This is necessary since the caramel contains both water-soluble ingredients(such as the sugar and sugar substitute) and fats (butter and cream, which are mostly oil). The emulsifier acts as a bridge between these two, ensuring that the fat remains evenly blended throughout the sugar. The natural and artificial flavours serve to enhance the aroma and taste. This is especially important for the no sugar added version (which contains BOTH natural and artificial flavours, while the regular only contains artificial), since the sugar substitutes do not undergo traditional Maillard browning like regular sugar does.

=== '''4. Compare and contrast the lists of the two products and explain differences''': ===
'''Similarity''': Both contain butter, cream, salt, soy lecithin, and flavouring agents.

'''Difference''': Between these products, the regular version uses sugar (sucrose and glucose) as its sweetening agents, while the no-sugar-added version uses isomalt and acesulfame-potassium as sweetening agents. Isomalt is only about 50% as sweet as sucrose.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|title=Isomalt|url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/isomalt|url-status=live|access-date=July 21, 2026|website=ScienceDirect Topics|publisher=Elsevier}}</ref> Therefore, it is added with acesulfame-potassium to increase its overall sweetness because acesulfame-potassium is 200 times sweeter than sucrose.<ref>{{Cite web|display-authors=Irwin RD, Malarkey DE, Bristol DW, et al|title=NTP Genetically Modified Model Report on the Toxicity Studies of Acesulfame Potassium (CASRN 55589-62-3)|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK576288/|access-date=July 21, 2026|website=NCBI Bookshelf|publisher=National Center for Biotechnology Information}}</ref> Isomalt is a sugar alcohol with a very low glycemic index.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Facts About Polyols: Isomalt|url=https://polyols.org/learn-the-label/isomalt/](https://polyols.org/learn-the-label/isomalt/|url-status=live|access-date=July 21, 2026|website=Polyols Information Source|publisher=Calorie Control Council}}</ref> It replaces sugar to provide a healthier alternative for diabetic consumers as it produces little to no increase in blood glucose or insulin levels compared to sucrose.<ref name=":0" />

== Labels ==
{| class="wikitable"
|Brand
|Werther’s Original
|-
|Product Name
|Caramel Hard Candies and No-Sugar-Added Hard Caramels
|-
|Net Quantity
|135 g for Regular version and 70g for No Sugar Added version
|-
|Front of package Nutrition symbol
|“High in Sugars / Élevé en Sucres”
|-
|Authority shown on nutrition symbol
|Health Canada / Santé Canada
|-
|Product descriptions
|“ The Old World Recipe” and “The Smooth Classic”
|-
|Product Images
|Pictures of the caramel candies and their individual wrappers
|-
|Nutrition Facts
|The nutrition facts table contains required information including calories, fat (saturated and trans fat), carbohydrate, fibre, sugar. protein, cholesterol, sodium, potassium, calcium, and iron.
|-
|Allergen Information
|List of allergens on the back
|-
|Ingredients
|List of ingredients on the back
|-
|Business Information
|Storck Manufacture
|}
Overall, the information complies with the regulatory requirements as outlined in Lesson 04.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
<references />

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]
<references />

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-21T18:39:19Z

AprilKang:

== '''Werther's Original - Regular Hard Caramels VS No Sugar Added Hard Caramels''' ==

== Introduction ==
‘Werther's Original Caramel Hard Candies’ are caramel-flavoured hard candies popular for their creamy flavour and quality ingredients. The company August Storck KG originated in the small German village of Werther, and their iconic hard candies were crafted by the confectioner Gustav Nebel. Following their increased popularity and mainstream growth, they have diversified into many new product lines, including soft-centred or toffee-like products, as well as new flavours such as apple, coffee, and chocolate. They have also introduced lines of low- or no-sugar products, including the ‘Werther's Original Sugar Free Hard Caramel Candy’

The Werther's Original Classic Hard Caramel continues to be the brand's best-selling product globally. This article aims to examine the differences between the original hard candy product and the sugar-free alternative. <ref>{{Cite web|last=August Storck|first=KG|date=accessed July 21, 2026|title=Caramel World.|url=https://www.werthers-original.ca/en/caramel-world|url-status=live|website=Werther's Original Canada.}}</ref>

== Pictures ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.17.44.png|none|thumb|283x283px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.19.21.png|none|thumb|240x240px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.20.55.png|none|thumb|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Ingredient List]]
|-
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.22.21.png|none|thumb|284x284px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.23.30.png|none|thumb|350x350px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.25.07.png|none|thumb|296x296px|Werher's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Ingredients List]]
|}

== Ingredient lists==

=== 1. Lists of ingredients ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Werther’s Original (Regular Version)
!Werther’s Original (No sugar added version)
|-
|
# Sugars [sugar, glucose syrup (wheat), cane sugar syrup]
# Cream (milk)
# Condensed whey
# Butter, salt
# Soy lecithin
# Artificial flavour
|
# Isomalt
# Butter(milk)
# Cream
# Salt
# Natural and artificial flavours (wheat)
# Soy lecithin
# Acesulfame-potassium (6mg/serving)
|-
|Contains; Wheat, Milk, Soy
|Contains; Wheat, Milk, Soy
|}

=== 2. Identify fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used, if there is any ===
For both Werther’s Original (no sugar added version), and the regular version, there are no fat substitutes, both rely on butter and cream for fats. For the no sugar added version, Isomalt and acesulfame-potassium are used as sugar substitutes. Soy lecithin is an additive, classified as an emulsifier, and is present in both versions. Both versions also have natural and artificial flavours (which are additives).

=== 3. Explain the roles of fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used in terms of the functional properties they contribute to the product ===
Isomalt is a bulk sugar substitute, used to provide the physical volume, weight, and texture that sugar normally supplies. Acesulfame-potassium is used to boost the sweetness of the candy, since isomalt is only half as sweet as sugar. Together, isomalt and acesulfame-potassium can be used as a sugar substitute. Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier. This is necessary since the caramel contains both water-soluble ingredients(such as the sugar and sugar substitute) and fats (butter and cream, which are mostly oil). The emulsifier acts as a bridge between these two, ensuring that the fat remains evenly blended throughout the sugar. The natural and artificial flavours serve to enhance the aroma and taste. This is especially important for the no sugar added version (which contains BOTH natural and artificial flavours, while the regular only contains artificial), since the sugar substitutes do not undergo traditional Maillard browning like regular sugar does.

=== '''4. Compare and contrast the lists of the two products and explain differences''': ===
'''Similarity''': Both contain butter, cream, salt, soy lecithin, and flavouring agents.

'''Difference''': Between these products, the regular version uses sugar (sucrose and glucose) as its sweetening agents, while the no-sugar-added version uses isomalt and acesulfame-potassium as sweetening agents. Isomalt is only about 50% as sweet as sucrose.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|title=Isomalt|url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/isomalt|url-status=live|access-date=July 21, 2026|website=ScienceDirect Topics|publisher=Elsevier}}</ref> Therefore, it is added with acesulfame-potassium to increase its overall sweetness because acesulfame-potassium is 200 times sweeter than sucrose.<ref>{{Cite web|display-authors=Irwin RD, Malarkey DE, Bristol DW, et al|title=NTP Genetically Modified Model Report on the Toxicity Studies of Acesulfame Potassium (CASRN 55589-62-3)|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK576288/|url-status=live|website=NCBI Bookshelf|publisher=National Center for Biotechnology Information}}</ref> Isomalt is a sugar alcohol with a very low glycemic index.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Facts About Polyols: Isomalt|url=https://polyols.org/learn-the-label/isomalt/](https://polyols.org/learn-the-label/isomalt/|url-status=live|access-date=July 21, 2026|website=Polyols Information Source|publisher=Calorie Control Council}}</ref> It replaces sugar to provide a healthier alternative for diabetic consumers as it produces little to no increase in blood glucose or insulin levels compared to sucrose.<ref name=":0" />

== Labels ==
{| class="wikitable"
|Brand
|Werther’s Original
|-
|Product Name
|Caramel Hard Candies and No-Sugar-Added Hard Caramels
|-
|Net Quantity
|135 g for Regular version and 70g for No Sugar Added version
|-
|Front of package Nutrition symbol
|“High in Sugars / Élevé en Sucres”
|-
|Authority shown on nutrition symbol
|Health Canada / Santé Canada
|-
|Product descriptions
|“ The Old World Recipe” and “The Smooth Classic”
|-
|Product Images
|Pictures of the caramel candies and their individual wrappers
|-
|Nutrition Facts
|The nutrition facts table contains required information including calories, fat (saturated and trans fat), carbohydrate, fibre, sugar. protein, cholesterol, sodium, potassium, calcium, and iron.
|-
|Allergen Information
|List of allergens on the back
|-
|Ingredients
|List of ingredients on the back
|-
|Business Information
|Storck Manufacture
|}
Overall, the information complies with the regulatory requirements as outlined in Lesson 04.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
<references />

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]
<references />

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-21T18:31:46Z

AprilKang: /* Personal Choice (5 points) */

== '''Werther's Original - Regular Hard Caramels VS No Sugar Added Hard Caramels''' ==

== Introduction ==
‘Werther's Original Caramel Hard Candies’ are caramel-flavoured hard candies popular for their creamy flavour and quality ingredients. The company August Storck KG originated in the small German village of Werther, and their iconic hard candies were crafted by the confectioner Gustav Nebel. Following their increased popularity and mainstream growth, they have diversified into many new product lines, including soft-centred or toffee-like products, as well as new flavours such as apple, coffee, and chocolate. They have also introduced lines of low- or no-sugar products, including the ‘Werther's Original Sugar Free Hard Caramel Candy’

The Werther's Original Classic Hard Caramel continues to be the brand's best-selling product globally. This article aims to examine the differences between the original hard candy product and the sugar-free alternative. <ref>{{Cite web|last=August Storck|first=KG|date=accessed July 21, 2026|title=Caramel World.|url=https://www.werthers-original.ca/en/caramel-world|url-status=live|website=Werther's Original Canada.}}</ref>

== Pictures ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.17.44.png|none|thumb|283x283px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.19.21.png|none|thumb|240x240px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.20.55.png|none|thumb|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Ingredient List]]
|-
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.22.21.png|none|thumb|284x284px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.23.30.png|none|thumb|350x350px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.25.07.png|none|thumb|296x296px|Werher's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Ingredients List]]
|}

== Ingredient lists==

=== 1. Lists of ingredients ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Werther’s Original (Regular Version)
!Werther’s Original (No sugar added version)
|-
|
# Sugars [sugar, glucose syrup (wheat), cane sugar syrup]
# Cream (milk)
# Condensed whey
# Butter, salt
# Soy lecithin
# Artificial flavour
|
# Isomalt
# Butter(milk)
# Cream
# Salt
# Natural and artificial flavours (wheat)
# Soy lecithin
# Acesulfame-potassium (6mg/serving)
|-
|Contains; Wheat, Milk, Soy
|Contains; Wheat, Milk, Soy
|}

=== 2. Identify fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used, if there is any ===
For both Werther’s Original (no sugar added version), and the regular version, there are no fat substitutes, both rely on butter and cream for fats. For the no sugar added version, Isomalt and acesulfame-potassium are used as sugar substitutes. Soy lecithin is an additive, classified as an emulsifier, and is present in both versions. Both versions also have natural and artificial flavours (which are additives).

=== 3. Explain the roles of fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used in terms of the functional properties they contribute to the product ===
Isomalt is a bulk sugar substitute, used to provide the physical volume, weight, and texture that sugar normally supplies. Acesulfame-potassium is used to boost the sweetness of the candy, since isomalt is only half as sweet as sugar. Together, isomalt and acesulfame-potassium can be used as a sugar substitute. Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier. This is necessary since the caramel contains both water-soluble ingredients(such as the sugar and sugar substitute) and fats (butter and cream, which are mostly oil). The emulsifier acts as a bridge between these two, ensuring that the fat remains evenly blended throughout the sugar. The natural and artificial flavours serve to enhance the aroma and taste. This is especially important for the no sugar added version (which contains BOTH natural and artificial flavours, while the regular only contains artificial), since the sugar substitutes do not undergo traditional Maillard browning like regular sugar does.

=== '''4. Compare and contrast the lists of the two products and explain differences''': ===
'''Similarity''': Both contain butter, cream, salt, soy lecithin, and flavouring agents.

'''Difference''': Between these products, the regular version uses sugar (sucrose and glucose) as its sweetening agents, while the no-sugar-added version uses isomalt and acesulfame-potassium as sweetening agents. Isomalt is only about 50% as sweet as sucrose.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|title=Isomalt|url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/isomalt|url-status=live|access-date=July 21, 2026|website=ScienceDirect Topics|publisher=Elsevier}}</ref> Therefore, it is added with acesulfame-potassium to increase its overall sweetness because acesulfame-potassium is 200 times sweeter than sucrose.<ref>{{Cite web|display-authors=Irwin RD, Malarkey DE, Bristol DW, et al|title=NTP Genetically Modified Model Report on the Toxicity Studies of Acesulfame Potassium (CASRN 55589-62-3)|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK576288/|url-status=live|website=NCBI Bookshelf|publisher=National Center for Biotechnology Information}}</ref> Isomalt is a sugar alcohol with a very low glycemic index.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Facts About Polyols: Isomalt|url=https://polyols.org/learn-the-label/isomalt/](https://polyols.org/learn-the-label/isomalt/|url-status=live|access-date=July 21, 2026|website=Polyols Information Source|publisher=Calorie Control Council}}</ref> It replaces sugar to provide a healthier alternative for diabetic consumers as it produces little to no increase in blood glucose or insulin levels compared to sucrose.<ref name=":0" />

== Labels ==
{| class="wikitable"
|Brand
|Werther’s Original
|-
|Product Name
|Caramel Hard Candies and No-Sugar-Added Hard Caramels
|-
|Net Quantity
|135 g
|-
|Front of package Nutrition symbol
|“High in Sugars / Élevé en Sucres”
|-
|Authority shown on nutrition symbol
|Health Canada / Santé Canada
|-
|Product descriptions
|“ The Old World Recipe” and “The Smooth Classic”
|-
|Product Images
|Pictures of the caramel candies and their individual wrappers
|-
|Nutrition Facts
|The nutrition facts table contains required information including calories, fat (saturated and trans fat), carbohydrate, fibre, sugar. protein, cholesterol, sodium, potassium, calcium, and iron.
|-
|Allergen Information
|List of allergens on the back
|-
|Ingredients
|List of ingredients on the back
|-
|Business Information
|Storck Manufacture
|}
Overall, the information complies with the regulatory requirements as outlined in Lesson 04.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
<references />

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]
<references />

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-21T18:26:56Z

AprilKang: /* 1. Type out the lists of ingredients */

== '''Werther's Original - Regular Hard Caramels VS No Sugar Added Hard Caramels''' ==

== Introduction ==
‘Werther's Original Caramel Hard Candies’ are caramel-flavoured hard candies popular for their creamy flavour and quality ingredients. The company August Storck KG originated in the small German village of Werther, and their iconic hard candies were crafted by the confectioner Gustav Nebel. Following their increased popularity and mainstream growth, they have diversified into many new product lines, including soft-centred or toffee-like products, as well as new flavours such as apple, coffee, and chocolate. They have also introduced lines of low- or no-sugar products, including the ‘Werther's Original Sugar Free Hard Caramel Candy’

The Werther's Original Classic Hard Caramel continues to be the brand's best-selling product globally. This article aims to examine the differences between the original hard candy product and the sugar-free alternative. <ref>{{Cite web|last=August Storck|first=KG|date=accessed July 21, 2026|title=Caramel World.|url=https://www.werthers-original.ca/en/caramel-world|url-status=live|website=Werther's Original Canada.}}</ref>

== Pictures ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.17.44.png|none|thumb|283x283px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.19.21.png|none|thumb|240x240px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.20.55.png|none|thumb|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Ingredient List]]
|-
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.22.21.png|none|thumb|284x284px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.23.30.png|none|thumb|350x350px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.25.07.png|none|thumb|296x296px|Werher's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Ingredients List]]
|}

== Ingredient lists==

=== 1. Type out the lists of ingredients ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Werther’s Original (Regular Version)
!Werther’s Original (No sugar added version)
|-
|
# Sugars [sugar, glucose syrup (wheat), cane sugar syrup]
# Cream (milk)
# Condensed whey
# Butter, salt
# Soy lecithin
# Artificial flavour
|
# Isomalt
# Butter(milk)
# Cream
# Salt
# Natural and artificial flavours (wheat)
# Soy lecithin
# Acesulfame-potassium (6mg/serving)
|-
|Contains; Wheat, Milk, Soy
|Contains; Wheat, Milk, Soy
|}

=== 2. Identify fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used, if there is any ===
For both Werther’s Original (no sugar added version), and the regular version, there are no fat substitutes, both rely on butter and cream for fats.

For the no sugar added version, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium are used as sugar substitutes.

Soy lecithin is an additive, classified as an emulsifier, and is present in both versions. Both versions also have natural and artificial flavours (which are additives).

=== 3. Explain the roles of fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used in terms of the functional properties they contribute to the product ===
Isomalt is a bulk sugar substitute, used to provide the physical volume, weight, and texture that sugar normally supplies. Acesulfame-Potassium is used to boost the sweetness of the candy, since Isomalt is only half as sweet as sugar. Together, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium can be used as a sugar substitute.

Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier. This is necessary since the caramel contains both water-soluble ingredients(such as the sugar and sugar substitute) and fats (butter and cream, which are mostly oil). The emulsifier acts as a bridge between these two, ensuring that the fat remains evenly blended throughout the sugar.

The natural and artificial flavours serve to enhance the aroma and taste. This is especially important for the no sugar added version (which contains BOTH natural and artificial flavours, while the regular only contains artificial), since the sugar substitutes do not undergo traditional Maillard browning like regular sugar does.

=== '''4. Compare and contrast the lists of the two products and explain differences''': ===
'''Similarity''': Both contain butter, cream, salt, soy lecithin, and flavouring agents.

'''Difference''': Between these products, the regular version uses sugar (sucrose and glucose) as its sweetening agents, while the no-sugar-added version uses isomalt and acesulfame-potassium as sweetening agents. Isomalt is only about 50% as sweet as sucrose.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|title=Isomalt|url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/isomalt|url-status=live|access-date=July 21, 2026|website=ScienceDirect Topics|publisher=Elsevier}}</ref> Therefore, it is added with acesulfame-potassium to increase its overall sweetness because acesulfame-potassium is 200 times sweeter than sucrose.<ref>{{Cite web|display-authors=Irwin RD, Malarkey DE, Bristol DW, et al|title=NTP Genetically Modified Model Report on the Toxicity Studies of Acesulfame Potassium (CASRN 55589-62-3)|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK576288/|url-status=live|website=NCBI Bookshelf|publisher=National Center for Biotechnology Information}}</ref> Isomalt is a sugar alcohol with a very low glycemic index.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Facts About Polyols: Isomalt|url=https://polyols.org/learn-the-label/isomalt/](https://polyols.org/learn-the-label/isomalt/|url-status=live|access-date=July 21, 2026|website=Polyols Information Source|publisher=Calorie Control Council}}</ref> It replaces sugar to provide a healthier alternative for diabetic consumers as it produces little to no increase in blood glucose or insulin levels compared to sucrose.<ref name=":0" />

== Labels ==
{| class="wikitable"
|Brand
|Werther’s Original
|-
|Product Name
|Caramel Hard Candies and No-Sugar-Added Hard Caramels
|-
|Net Quantity
|135 g
|-
|Front of package Nutrition symbol
|“High in Sugars / Élevé en Sucres”
|-
|Authority shown on nutrition symbol
|Health Canada / Santé Canada
|-
|Product descriptions
|“ The Old World Recipe” and “The Smooth Classic”
|-
|Product Images
|Pictures of the caramel candies and their individual wrappers
|-
|Nutrition Facts
|The nutrition facts table contains required information including calories, fat (saturated and trans fat), carbohydrate, fibre, sugar. protein, cholesterol, sodium, potassium, calcium, and iron.
|-
|Allergen Information
|List of allergens on the back
|-
|Ingredients
|List of ingredients on the back
|-
|Business Information
|Storck Manufacture
|}
Overall, the information complies with the regulatory requirements as outlined in Lesson 04.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
<references />

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]
<references />

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-21T18:24:18Z

AprilKang:

== '''Werther's Original - Regular Hard Caramels VS No Sugar Added Hard Caramels''' ==

== Introduction ==
‘Werther's Original Caramel Hard Candies’ are caramel-flavoured hard candies popular for their creamy flavour and quality ingredients. The company August Storck KG originated in the small German village of Werther, and their iconic hard candies were crafted by the confectioner Gustav Nebel. Following their increased popularity and mainstream growth, they have diversified into many new product lines, including soft-centred or toffee-like products, as well as new flavours such as apple, coffee, and chocolate. They have also introduced lines of low- or no-sugar products, including the ‘Werther's Original Sugar Free Hard Caramel Candy’

The Werther's Original Classic Hard Caramel continues to be the brand's best-selling product globally. This article aims to examine the differences between the original hard candy product and the sugar-free alternative. <ref>{{Cite web|last=August Storck|first=KG|date=accessed July 21, 2026|title=Caramel World.|url=https://www.werthers-original.ca/en/caramel-world|url-status=live|website=Werther's Original Canada.}}</ref>

== Pictures ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.17.44.png|none|thumb|283x283px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.19.21.png|none|thumb|240x240px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.20.55.png|none|thumb|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Ingredient List]]
|-
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.22.21.png|none|thumb|284x284px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.23.30.png|none|thumb|350x350px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.25.07.png|none|thumb|296x296px|Werher's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Ingredients List]]
|}

== Ingredient lists==

=== 1. Type out the lists of ingredients ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Werther’s Original (Regular Version)
!Werther’s Original (No sugar added version)
|-
|
# Sugars [sugar, glucose syrup (wheat), cane sugar syrup]
# Cream (milk)
# Condensed whey
# Butter, salt
# Soy lecithin
# Artificial flavour
|
# Isomalt
# Butter(milk)
# Cream
# Salt
# Natural and artificial flavours (wheat)
# Soy lecithin
# Acesulfame-potassium (6mg/serving)
|}

=== 2. Identify fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used, if there is any ===
For both Werther’s Original (no sugar added version), and the regular version, there are no fat substitutes, both rely on butter and cream for fats.

For the no sugar added version, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium are used as sugar substitutes.

Soy lecithin is an additive, classified as an emulsifier, and is present in both versions. Both versions also have natural and artificial flavours (which are additives).

=== 3. Explain the roles of fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used in terms of the functional properties they contribute to the product ===
Isomalt is a bulk sugar substitute, used to provide the physical volume, weight, and texture that sugar normally supplies. Acesulfame-Potassium is used to boost the sweetness of the candy, since Isomalt is only half as sweet as sugar. Together, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium can be used as a sugar substitute.

Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier. This is necessary since the caramel contains both water-soluble ingredients(such as the sugar and sugar substitute) and fats (butter and cream, which are mostly oil). The emulsifier acts as a bridge between these two, ensuring that the fat remains evenly blended throughout the sugar.

The natural and artificial flavours serve to enhance the aroma and taste. This is especially important for the no sugar added version (which contains BOTH natural and artificial flavours, while the regular only contains artificial), since the sugar substitutes do not undergo traditional Maillard browning like regular sugar does.

=== '''4. Compare and contrast the lists of the two products and explain differences''': ===
'''Similarity''': Both contain butter, cream, salt, soy lecithin, and flavouring agents.

'''Difference''': Between these products, the regular version uses sugar (sucrose and glucose) as its sweetening agents, while the no-sugar-added version uses isomalt and acesulfame-potassium as sweetening agents. Isomalt is only about 50% as sweet as sucrose.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|title=Isomalt|url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/isomalt|url-status=live|access-date=July 21, 2026|website=ScienceDirect Topics|publisher=Elsevier}}</ref> Therefore, it is added with acesulfame-potassium to increase its overall sweetness because acesulfame-potassium is 200 times sweeter than sucrose.<ref>{{Cite web|display-authors=Irwin RD, Malarkey DE, Bristol DW, et al|title=NTP Genetically Modified Model Report on the Toxicity Studies of Acesulfame Potassium (CASRN 55589-62-3)|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK576288/|url-status=live|website=NCBI Bookshelf|publisher=National Center for Biotechnology Information}}</ref> Isomalt is a sugar alcohol with a very low glycemic index.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Facts About Polyols: Isomalt|url=https://polyols.org/learn-the-label/isomalt/](https://polyols.org/learn-the-label/isomalt/|url-status=live|access-date=July 21, 2026|website=Polyols Information Source|publisher=Calorie Control Council}}</ref> It replaces sugar to provide a healthier alternative for diabetic consumers as it produces little to no increase in blood glucose or insulin levels compared to sucrose.<ref name=":0" />

== Labels ==
{| class="wikitable"
|Brand
|Werther’s Original
|-
|Product Name
|Caramel Hard Candies and No-Sugar-Added Hard Caramels
|-
|Net Quantity
|135 g
|-
|Front of package Nutrition symbol
|“High in Sugars / Élevé en Sucres”
|-
|Authority shown on nutrition symbol
|Health Canada / Santé Canada
|-
|Product descriptions
|“ The Old World Recipe” and “The Smooth Classic”
|-
|Product Images
|Pictures of the caramel candies and their individual wrappers
|-
|Nutrition Facts
|The nutrition facts table contains required information including calories, fat (saturated and trans fat), carbohydrate, fibre, sugar. protein, cholesterol, sodium, potassium, calcium, and iron.
|-
|Allergen Information
|List of allergens on the back
|-
|Ingredients
|List of ingredients on the back
|-
|Business Information
|Storck Manufacture
|}
Overall, the information complies with the regulatory requirements as outlined in Lesson 04.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
<references />

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]
<references />

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-21T18:10:43Z

AprilKang:

== '''Werther's Original - Regular Hard Caramels VS No Sugar Added Hard Caramels''' ==

== Introduction ==
‘Werther's Original Caramel Hard Candies’ are caramel-flavoured hard candies popular for their creamy flavour and quality ingredients. The company August Storck KG originated in the small German village of Werther, and their iconic hard candies were crafted by the confectioner Gustav Nebel. Following their increased popularity and mainstream growth, they have diversified into many new product lines, including soft-centred or toffee-like products, as well as new flavours such as apple, coffee, and chocolate. They have also introduced lines of low- or no-sugar products, including the ‘Werther's Original Sugar Free Hard Caramel Candy’

The Werther's Original Classic Hard Caramel continues to be the brand's best-selling product globally. This article aims to examine the differences between the original hard candy product and the sugar-free alternative. <ref>{{Cite web|last=August Storck|first=KG|date=accessed July 21, 2026|title=Caramel World.|url=https://www.werthers-original.ca/en/caramel-world|url-status=live|website=Werther's Original Canada.}}</ref>

== Pictures ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.17.44.png|none|thumb|283x283px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.19.21.png|none|thumb|240x240px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.20.55.png|none|thumb|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Ingredient List]]
|-
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.22.21.png|none|thumb|284x284px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.23.30.png|none|thumb|350x350px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.25.07.png|none|thumb|296x296px|Werher's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Ingredients List]]
|}

== Ingredient lists==

=== 1. Type out the lists of ingredients ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Werther’s Original (Regular Version)
!Werther’s Original (No sugar added version)
|-
|
# Sugars [sugar, glucose syrup (wheat), cane sugar syrup]
# Cream (milk)
# Condensed whey
# Butter, salt
# Soy lecithin
# Artificial flavour
|
# Isomalt
# Butter(milk)
# Cream
# Salt
# Natural and artificial flavours (wheat)
# Soy lecithin
# Acesulfame-potassium (6mg/serving)
|}

=== 2. Identify fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used, if there is any ===
For both Werther’s Original (no sugar added version), and the regular version, there are no fat substitutes, both rely on butter and cream for fats.

For the no sugar added version, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium are used as sugar substitutes.

Soy lecithin is an additive, classified as an emulsifier, and is present in both versions. Both versions also have natural and artificial flavours (which are additives).

=== 3. Explain the roles of fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used in terms of the functional properties they contribute to the product ===
Isomalt is a bulk sugar substitute, used to provide the physical volume, weight, and texture that sugar normally supplies. Acesulfame-Potassium is used to boost the sweetness of the candy, since Isomalt is only half as sweet as sugar. Together, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium can be used as a sugar substitute.

Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier. This is necessary since the caramel contains both water-soluble ingredients(such as the sugar and sugar substitute) and fats (butter and cream, which are mostly oil). The emulsifier acts as a bridge between these two, ensuring that the fat remains evenly blended throughout the sugar.

The natural and artificial flavours serve to enhance the aroma and taste. This is especially important for the no sugar added version (which contains BOTH natural and artificial flavours, while the regular only contains artificial), since the sugar substitutes do not undergo traditional Maillard browning like regular sugar does.

=== '''4. Compare and contrast the lists of the two products and explain differences''': ===
'''Similarity''': Both contain butter, cream, salt, soy lecithin, and flavouring agents.

'''Difference''': Between these products, the regular version uses sugar (sucrose and glucose) as its sweetening agents, while the no-sugar-added version uses isomalt and acesulfame-potassium as sweetening agents. Isomalt is only about 50% as sweet as sucrose [3]. Therefore, it is added with acesulfame-potassium to increase its overall sweetness because acesulfame-potassium is 200 times sweeter than sucrose [5]. Isomalt is a sugar alcohol with a very low glycemic index [4]. It replaces sugar to provide a healthier alternative for diabetic consumers as it produces little to no increase in blood glucose or insulin levels compared to sucrose [3].

== Labels (1 points)==
{| class="wikitable"
|Brand
|Werther’s Original
|-
|Product Name
|Caramel Hard Candies and No-Sugar-Added Hard Caramels
|-
|Net Quantity
|135 g
|-
|Front of package Nutrition symbol
|“High in Sugars / Élevé en Sucres”
|-
|Authority shown on nutrition symbol
|Health Canada / Santé Canada
|-
|Product descriptions
|“ The Old World Recipe” and “The Smooth Classic”
|-
|Product Images
|Pictures of the caramel candies and their individual wrappers
|-
|Nutrition Facts
|The nutrition facts table contains required information including calories, fat (saturated and trans fat), carbohydrate, fibre, sugar. protein, cholesterol, sodium, potassium, calcium, and iron.
|-
|Allergen Information
|List of allergens on the back
|-
|Ingredients
|List of ingredients on the back
|-
|Business Information
|Storck Manufacture
|}
#Overall, the information complies with the regulatory requirements as outlined in Lesson 04.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
<references />

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]
<references />

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-21T18:09:50Z

AprilKang:

== '''Werther's Original - Regular Hard Caramels VS No Sugar Added Hard Caramels''' ==

== Introduction ==
‘Werther's Original Caramel Hard Candies’ are caramel-flavoured hard candies popular for their creamy flavour and quality ingredients. The company August Storck KG originated in the small German village of Werther, and their iconic hard candies were crafted by the confectioner Gustav Nebel. Following their increased popularity and mainstream growth, they have diversified into many new product lines, including soft-centred or toffee-like products, as well as new flavours such as apple, coffee, and chocolate. They have also introduced lines of low- or no-sugar products, including the ‘Werther's Original Sugar Free Hard Caramel Candy’

The Werther's Original Classic Hard Caramel continues to be the brand's best-selling product globally. This article aims to examine the differences between the original hard candy product and the sugar-free alternative.
<references />

== Pictures ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.17.44.png|none|thumb|283x283px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.19.21.png|none|thumb|240x240px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.20.55.png|none|thumb|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Ingredient List]]
|-
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.22.21.png|none|thumb|284x284px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.23.30.png|none|thumb|350x350px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.25.07.png|none|thumb|296x296px|Werher's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Ingredients List]]
|}

== Ingredient lists==

=== 1. Type out the lists of ingredients ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Werther’s Original (Regular Version)
!Werther’s Original (No sugar added version)
|-
|
# Sugars [sugar, glucose syrup (wheat), cane sugar syrup]
# Cream (milk)
# Condensed whey
# Butter, salt
# Soy lecithin
# Artificial flavour
|
# Isomalt
# Butter(milk)
# Cream
# Salt
# Natural and artificial flavours (wheat)
# Soy lecithin
# Acesulfame-potassium (6mg/serving)
|}

=== 2. Identify fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used, if there is any ===
For both Werther’s Original (no sugar added version), and the regular version, there are no fat substitutes, both rely on butter and cream for fats.

For the no sugar added version, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium are used as sugar substitutes.

Soy lecithin is an additive, classified as an emulsifier, and is present in both versions. Both versions also have natural and artificial flavours (which are additives).

=== 3. Explain the roles of fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used in terms of the functional properties they contribute to the product ===
Isomalt is a bulk sugar substitute, used to provide the physical volume, weight, and texture that sugar normally supplies. Acesulfame-Potassium is used to boost the sweetness of the candy, since Isomalt is only half as sweet as sugar. Together, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium can be used as a sugar substitute.

Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier. This is necessary since the caramel contains both water-soluble ingredients(such as the sugar and sugar substitute) and fats (butter and cream, which are mostly oil). The emulsifier acts as a bridge between these two, ensuring that the fat remains evenly blended throughout the sugar.

The natural and artificial flavours serve to enhance the aroma and taste. This is especially important for the no sugar added version (which contains BOTH natural and artificial flavours, while the regular only contains artificial), since the sugar substitutes do not undergo traditional Maillard browning like regular sugar does.

=== '''4. Compare and contrast the lists of the two products and explain differences''': ===
'''Similarity''': Both contain butter, cream, salt, soy lecithin, and flavouring agents.

'''Difference''': Between these products, the regular version uses sugar (sucrose and glucose) as its sweetening agents, while the no-sugar-added version uses isomalt and acesulfame-potassium as sweetening agents. Isomalt is only about 50% as sweet as sucrose [3]. Therefore, it is added with acesulfame-potassium to increase its overall sweetness because acesulfame-potassium is 200 times sweeter than sucrose [5]. Isomalt is a sugar alcohol with a very low glycemic index [4]. It replaces sugar to provide a healthier alternative for diabetic consumers as it produces little to no increase in blood glucose or insulin levels compared to sucrose [3].

== Labels (1 points)==
{| class="wikitable"
|Brand
|Werther’s Original
|-
|Product Name
|Caramel Hard Candies and No-Sugar-Added Hard Caramels
|-
|Net Quantity
|135 g
|-
|Front of package Nutrition symbol
|“High in Sugars / Élevé en Sucres”
|-
|Authority shown on nutrition symbol
|Health Canada / Santé Canada
|-
|Product descriptions
|“ The Old World Recipe” and “The Smooth Classic”
|-
|Product Images
|Pictures of the caramel candies and their individual wrappers
|-
|Nutrition Facts
|The nutrition facts table contains required information including calories, fat (saturated and trans fat), carbohydrate, fibre, sugar. protein, cholesterol, sodium, potassium, calcium, and iron.
|-
|Allergen Information
|List of allergens on the back
|-
|Ingredients
|List of ingredients on the back
|-
|Business Information
|Storck Manufacture
|}
#Overall, the information complies with the regulatory requirements as outlined in Lesson 04.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
<references />
<ref>{{Cite web|last=August Storck|first=KG|date=accessed July 21, 2026|title=Caramel World.|url=https://www.werthers-original.ca/en/caramel-world|url-status=live|website=Werther's Original Canada.}}</ref>

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Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-21T18:07:51Z

AprilKang: /* References */

== '''Werther's Original - Regular Hard Caramels VS No Sugar Added Hard Caramels''' ==

== Introduction ==
‘Werther's Original Caramel Hard Candies’ are caramel-flavoured hard candies popular for their creamy flavour and quality ingredients. The company August Storck KG originated in the small German village of Werther, and their iconic hard candies were crafted by the confectioner Gustav Nebel. Following their increased popularity and mainstream growth, they have diversified into many new product lines, including soft-centred or toffee-like products, as well as new flavours such as apple, coffee, and chocolate. They have also introduced lines of low- or no-sugar products, including the ‘Werther's Original Sugar Free Hard Caramel Candy’

The Werther's Original Classic Hard Caramel continues to be the brand's best-selling product globally. This article aims to examine the differences between the original hard candy product and the sugar-free alternative. <ref>{{Cite web|last=August Storck|first=KG|date=accessed July 21, 2026|title=Caramel World.|url=https://www.werthers-original.ca/en/caramel-world|url-status=live|website=Werther's Original Canada.}}</ref>
<references />

== Pictures ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.17.44.png|none|thumb|283x283px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.19.21.png|none|thumb|240x240px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.20.55.png|none|thumb|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Ingredient List]]
|-
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.22.21.png|none|thumb|284x284px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.23.30.png|none|thumb|350x350px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.25.07.png|none|thumb|296x296px|Werher's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Ingredients List]]
|}

== Ingredient lists==

=== 1. Type out the lists of ingredients ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Werther’s Original (Regular Version)
!Werther’s Original (No sugar added version)
|-
|
# Sugars [sugar, glucose syrup (wheat), cane sugar syrup]
# Cream (milk)
# Condensed whey
# Butter, salt
# Soy lecithin
# Artificial flavour
|
# Isomalt
# Butter(milk)
# Cream
# Salt
# Natural and artificial flavours (wheat)
# Soy lecithin
# Acesulfame-potassium (6mg/serving)
|}

=== 2. Identify fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used, if there is any ===
For both Werther’s Original (no sugar added version), and the regular version, there are no fat substitutes, both rely on butter and cream for fats.

For the no sugar added version, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium are used as sugar substitutes.

Soy lecithin is an additive, classified as an emulsifier, and is present in both versions. Both versions also have natural and artificial flavours (which are additives).

=== 3. Explain the roles of fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used in terms of the functional properties they contribute to the product ===
Isomalt is a bulk sugar substitute, used to provide the physical volume, weight, and texture that sugar normally supplies. Acesulfame-Potassium is used to boost the sweetness of the candy, since Isomalt is only half as sweet as sugar. Together, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium can be used as a sugar substitute.

Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier. This is necessary since the caramel contains both water-soluble ingredients(such as the sugar and sugar substitute) and fats (butter and cream, which are mostly oil). The emulsifier acts as a bridge between these two, ensuring that the fat remains evenly blended throughout the sugar.

The natural and artificial flavours serve to enhance the aroma and taste. This is especially important for the no sugar added version (which contains BOTH natural and artificial flavours, while the regular only contains artificial), since the sugar substitutes do not undergo traditional Maillard browning like regular sugar does.

=== '''4. Compare and contrast the lists of the two products and explain differences''': ===
'''Similarity''': Both contain butter, cream, salt, soy lecithin, and flavouring agents.

'''Difference''': Between these products, the regular version uses sugar (sucrose and glucose) as its sweetening agents, while the no-sugar-added version uses isomalt and acesulfame-potassium as sweetening agents. Isomalt is only about 50% as sweet as sucrose [3]. Therefore, it is added with acesulfame-potassium to increase its overall sweetness because acesulfame-potassium is 200 times sweeter than sucrose [5]. Isomalt is a sugar alcohol with a very low glycemic index [4]. It replaces sugar to provide a healthier alternative for diabetic consumers as it produces little to no increase in blood glucose or insulin levels compared to sucrose [3].

== Labels (1 points)==
{| class="wikitable"
|Brand
|Werther’s Original
|-
|Product Name
|Caramel Hard Candies and No-Sugar-Added Hard Caramels
|-
|Net Quantity
|135 g
|-
|Front of package Nutrition symbol
|“High in Sugars / Élevé en Sucres”
|-
|Authority shown on nutrition symbol
|Health Canada / Santé Canada
|-
|Product descriptions
|“ The Old World Recipe” and “The Smooth Classic”
|-
|Product Images
|Pictures of the caramel candies and their individual wrappers
|-
|Nutrition Facts
|The nutrition facts table contains required information including calories, fat (saturated and trans fat), carbohydrate, fibre, sugar. protein, cholesterol, sodium, potassium, calcium, and iron.
|-
|Allergen Information
|List of allergens on the back
|-
|Ingredients
|List of ingredients on the back
|-
|Business Information
|Storck Manufacture
|}
#Overall, the information complies with the regulatory requirements as outlined in Lesson 04.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
<references />

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Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-21T18:02:17Z

AprilKang:

== '''Werther's Original - Regular Hard Caramels VS No Sugar Added Hard Caramels''' ==

== Introduction ==
‘Werther's Original Caramel Hard Candies’ are caramel-flavoured hard candies popular for their creamy flavour and quality ingredients. The company August Storck KG originated in the small German village of Werther, and their iconic hard candies were crafted by the confectioner Gustav Nebel. Following their increased popularity and mainstream growth, they have diversified into many new product lines, including soft-centred or toffee-like products, as well as new flavours such as apple, coffee, and chocolate. They have also introduced lines of low- or no-sugar products, including the ‘Werther's Original Sugar Free Hard Caramel Candy’

The Werther's Original Classic Hard Caramel continues to be the brand's best-selling product globally. This article aims to examine the differences between the original hard candy product and the sugar-free alternative.

== Pictures ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.17.44.png|none|thumb|283x283px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.19.21.png|none|thumb|240x240px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.20.55.png|none|thumb|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Ingredient List]]
|-
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.22.21.png|none|thumb|284x284px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.23.30.png|none|thumb|350x350px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.25.07.png|none|thumb|296x296px|Werher's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Ingredients List]]
|}

== Ingredient lists==

=== 1. Type out the lists of ingredients ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Werther’s Original (Regular Version)
!Werther’s Original (No sugar added version)
|-
|
# Sugars [sugar, glucose syrup (wheat), cane sugar syrup]
# Cream (milk)
# Condensed whey
# Butter, salt
# Soy lecithin
# Artificial flavour
|
# Isomalt
# Butter(milk)
# Cream
# Salt
# Natural and artificial flavours (wheat)
# Soy lecithin
# Acesulfame-potassium (6mg/serving)
|}

=== 2. Identify fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used, if there is any ===
For both Werther’s Original (no sugar added version), and the regular version, there are no fat substitutes, both rely on butter and cream for fats.

For the no sugar added version, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium are used as sugar substitutes.

Soy lecithin is an additive, classified as an emulsifier, and is present in both versions. Both versions also have natural and artificial flavours (which are additives).

=== 3. Explain the roles of fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used in terms of the functional properties they contribute to the product ===
Isomalt is a bulk sugar substitute, used to provide the physical volume, weight, and texture that sugar normally supplies. Acesulfame-Potassium is used to boost the sweetness of the candy, since Isomalt is only half as sweet as sugar. Together, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium can be used as a sugar substitute.

Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier. This is necessary since the caramel contains both water-soluble ingredients(such as the sugar and sugar substitute) and fats (butter and cream, which are mostly oil). The emulsifier acts as a bridge between these two, ensuring that the fat remains evenly blended throughout the sugar.

The natural and artificial flavours serve to enhance the aroma and taste. This is especially important for the no sugar added version (which contains BOTH natural and artificial flavours, while the regular only contains artificial), since the sugar substitutes do not undergo traditional Maillard browning like regular sugar does.

=== '''4. Compare and contrast the lists of the two products and explain differences''': ===
'''Similarity''': Both contain butter, cream, salt, soy lecithin, and flavouring agents.

'''Difference''': Between these products, the regular version uses sugar (sucrose and glucose) as its sweetening agents, while the no-sugar-added version uses isomalt and acesulfame-potassium as sweetening agents. Isomalt is only about 50% as sweet as sucrose [3]. Therefore, it is added with acesulfame-potassium to increase its overall sweetness because acesulfame-potassium is 200 times sweeter than sucrose [5]. Isomalt is a sugar alcohol with a very low glycemic index [4]. It replaces sugar to provide a healthier alternative for diabetic consumers as it produces little to no increase in blood glucose or insulin levels compared to sucrose [3].

== Labels (1 points)==
{| class="wikitable"
|Brand
|Werther’s Original
|-
|Product Name
|Caramel Hard Candies and No-Sugar-Added Hard Caramels
|-
|Net Quantity
|135 g
|-
|Front of package Nutrition symbol
|“High in Sugars / Élevé en Sucres”
|-
|Authority shown on nutrition symbol
|Health Canada / Santé Canada
|-
|Product descriptions
|“ The Old World Recipe” and “The Smooth Classic”
|-
|Product Images
|Pictures of the caramel candies and their individual wrappers
|-
|Nutrition Facts
|The nutrition facts table contains required information including calories, fat (saturated and trans fat), carbohydrate, fibre, sugar. protein, cholesterol, sodium, potassium, calcium, and iron.
|-
|Allergen Information
|List of allergens on the back
|-
|Ingredients
|List of ingredients on the back
|-
|Business Information
|Storck Manufacture
|}
#Overall, the information complies with the regulatory requirements as outlined in Lesson 04.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
<references group="August Storck KG. "Caramel World." Werther's Original Canada. https://www.werthers-original.ca/en/caramel-world (accessed July 21, 2026). " />

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Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-21T18:00:02Z

AprilKang: /* References */

== '''Werther's Original - Regular Hard Caramels VS No Sugar Added Hard Caramels''' ==

== Introduction ==
‘Werther's Original Caramel Hard Candies’ are caramel-flavoured hard candies popular for their creamy flavour and quality ingredients. The company August Storck KG originated in the small German village of Werther, and their iconic hard candies were crafted by the confectioner Gustav Nebel. Following their increased popularity and mainstream growth, they have diversified into many new product lines, including soft-centred or toffee-like products, as well as new flavours such as apple, coffee, and chocolate. They have also introduced lines of low- or no-sugar products, including the ‘Werther's Original Sugar Free Hard Caramel Candy’

The Werther's Original Classic Hard Caramel continues to be the brand's best-selling product globally. This article aims to examine the differences between the original hard candy product and the sugar-free alternative.

== Pictures ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.17.44.png|none|thumb|283x283px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.19.21.png|none|thumb|240x240px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.20.55.png|none|thumb|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Ingredient List]]
|-
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.22.21.png|none|thumb|284x284px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.23.30.png|none|thumb|350x350px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.25.07.png|none|thumb|296x296px|Werher's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Ingredients List]]
|}

== Ingredient lists==

=== 1. Type out the lists of ingredients ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Werther’s Original (Regular Version)
!Werther’s Original (No sugar added version)
|-
|
# Sugars [sugar, glucose syrup (wheat), cane sugar syrup]
# Cream (milk)
# Condensed whey
# Butter, salt
# Soy lecithin
# Artificial flavour
|
# Isomalt
# Butter(milk)
# Cream
# Salt
# Natural and artificial flavours (wheat)
# Soy lecithin
# Acesulfame-potassium (6mg/serving)
|}

=== 2. Identify fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used, if there is any ===
For both Werther’s Original (no sugar added version), and the regular version, there are no fat substitutes, both rely on butter and cream for fats.

For the no sugar added version, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium are used as sugar substitutes.

Soy lecithin is an additive, classified as an emulsifier, and is present in both versions. Both versions also have natural and artificial flavours (which are additives).

=== 3. Explain the roles of fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used in terms of the functional properties they contribute to the product ===
Isomalt is a bulk sugar substitute, used to provide the physical volume, weight, and texture that sugar normally supplies. Acesulfame-Potassium is used to boost the sweetness of the candy, since Isomalt is only half as sweet as sugar. Together, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium can be used as a sugar substitute.

Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier. This is necessary since the caramel contains both water-soluble ingredients(such as the sugar and sugar substitute) and fats (butter and cream, which are mostly oil). The emulsifier acts as a bridge between these two, ensuring that the fat remains evenly blended throughout the sugar.

The natural and artificial flavours serve to enhance the aroma and taste. This is especially important for the no sugar added version (which contains BOTH natural and artificial flavours, while the regular only contains artificial), since the sugar substitutes do not undergo traditional Maillard browning like regular sugar does.

=== '''4. Compare and contrast the lists of the two products and explain differences''': ===
'''Similarity''': Both contain butter, cream, salt, soy lecithin, and flavouring agents.

'''Difference''': Between these products, the regular version uses sugar (sucrose and glucose) as its sweetening agents, while the no-sugar-added version uses isomalt and acesulfame-potassium as sweetening agents. Isomalt is only about 50% as sweet as sucrose [3]. Therefore, it is added with acesulfame-potassium to increase its overall sweetness because acesulfame-potassium is 200 times sweeter than sucrose [5]. Isomalt is a sugar alcohol with a very low glycemic index [4]. It replaces sugar to provide a healthier alternative for diabetic consumers as it produces little to no increase in blood glucose or insulin levels compared to sucrose [3].

== Labels (1 points)==
{| class="wikitable"
|Brand
|Werther’s Original
|-
|Product Name
|Caramel Hard Candies and No-Sugar-Added Hard Caramels
|-
|Net Quantity
|135 g
|-
|Front of package Nutrition symbol
|“High in Sugars / Élevé en Sucres”
|-
|Authority shown on nutrition symbol
|Health Canada / Santé Canada
|-
|Product descriptions
|“ The Old World Recipe” and “The Smooth Classic”
|-
|Product Images
|Pictures of the caramel candies and their individual wrappers
|-
|Nutrition Facts
|The nutrition facts table contains required information including calories, fat (saturated and trans fat), carbohydrate, fibre, sugar. protein, cholesterol, sodium, potassium, calcium, and iron.
|-
|Allergen Information
|List of allergens on the back
|-
|Ingredients
|List of ingredients on the back
|-
|Business Information
|Storck Manufacture
|}
#Overall, the information complies with the regulatory requirements as outlined in Lesson 04.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].<ref>August Storck KG. "Caramel World." Werther's Original Canada. <nowiki>https://www.werthers-original.ca/en/caramel-world</nowiki> (accessed July 21, 2026). </ref>

<references group="August Storck KG. "Caramel World." Werther's Original Canada. https://www.werthers-original.ca/en/caramel-world (accessed July 21, 2026). " />

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2026-07-21T17:55:32Z

AprilKang: /* Ingredient lists (4 points) */

== '''Werther's Original - Regular Hard Caramels VS No Sugar Added Hard Caramels''' ==

== Introduction ==
‘Werther's Original Caramel Hard Candies’ are caramel-flavoured hard candies popular for their creamy flavour and quality ingredients. The company August Storck KG originated in the small German village of Werther, and their iconic hard candies were crafted by the confectioner Gustav Nebel. Following their increased popularity and mainstream growth, they have diversified into many new product lines, including soft-centred or toffee-like products, as well as new flavours such as apple, coffee, and chocolate. They have also introduced lines of low- or no-sugar products, including the ‘Werther's Original Sugar Free Hard Caramel Candy’

The Werther's Original Classic Hard Caramel continues to be the brand's best-selling product globally. This article aims to examine the differences between the original hard candy product and the sugar-free alternative.

== Pictures ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.17.44.png|none|thumb|283x283px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.19.21.png|none|thumb|240x240px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.20.55.png|none|thumb|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Ingredient List]]
|-
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.22.21.png|none|thumb|284x284px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.23.30.png|none|thumb|350x350px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.25.07.png|none|thumb|296x296px|Werher's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Ingredients List]]
|}

== Ingredient lists==

=== 1. Type out the lists of ingredients ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Werther’s Original (Regular Version)
!Werther’s Original (No sugar added version)
|-
|
# Sugars [sugar, glucose syrup (wheat), cane sugar syrup]
# Cream (milk)
# Condensed whey
# Butter, salt
# Soy lecithin
# Artificial flavour
|
# Isomalt
# Butter(milk)
# Cream
# Salt
# Natural and artificial flavours (wheat)
# Soy lecithin
# Acesulfame-potassium (6mg/serving)
|}

=== 2. Identify fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used, if there is any ===
For both Werther’s Original (no sugar added version), and the regular version, there are no fat substitutes, both rely on butter and cream for fats.

For the no sugar added version, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium are used as sugar substitutes.

Soy lecithin is an additive, classified as an emulsifier, and is present in both versions. Both versions also have natural and artificial flavours (which are additives).

=== 3. Explain the roles of fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used in terms of the functional properties they contribute to the product ===
Isomalt is a bulk sugar substitute, used to provide the physical volume, weight, and texture that sugar normally supplies. Acesulfame-Potassium is used to boost the sweetness of the candy, since Isomalt is only half as sweet as sugar. Together, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium can be used as a sugar substitute.

Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier. This is necessary since the caramel contains both water-soluble ingredients(such as the sugar and sugar substitute) and fats (butter and cream, which are mostly oil). The emulsifier acts as a bridge between these two, ensuring that the fat remains evenly blended throughout the sugar.

The natural and artificial flavours serve to enhance the aroma and taste. This is especially important for the no sugar added version (which contains BOTH natural and artificial flavours, while the regular only contains artificial), since the sugar substitutes do not undergo traditional Maillard browning like regular sugar does.

=== '''4. Compare and contrast the lists of the two products and explain differences''': ===
'''Similarity''': Both contain butter, cream, salt, soy lecithin, and flavouring agents.

'''Difference''': Between these products, the regular version uses sugar (sucrose and glucose) as its sweetening agents, while the no-sugar-added version uses isomalt and acesulfame-potassium as sweetening agents. Isomalt is only about 50% as sweet as sucrose [3]. Therefore, it is added with acesulfame-potassium to increase its overall sweetness because acesulfame-potassium is 200 times sweeter than sucrose [5]. Isomalt is a sugar alcohol with a very low glycemic index [4]. It replaces sugar to provide a healthier alternative for diabetic consumers as it produces little to no increase in blood glucose or insulin levels compared to sucrose [3].

== Labels (1 points)==
{| class="wikitable"
|Brand
|Werther’s Original
|-
|Product Name
|Caramel Hard Candies and No-Sugar-Added Hard Caramels
|-
|Net Quantity
|135 g
|-
|Front of package Nutrition symbol
|“High in Sugars / Élevé en Sucres”
|-
|Authority shown on nutrition symbol
|Health Canada / Santé Canada
|-
|Product descriptions
|“ The Old World Recipe” and “The Smooth Classic”
|-
|Product Images
|Pictures of the caramel candies and their individual wrappers
|-
|Nutrition Facts
|The nutrition facts table contains required information including calories, fat (saturated and trans fat), carbohydrate, fibre, sugar. protein, cholesterol, sodium, potassium, calcium, and iron.
|-
|Allergen Information
|List of allergens on the back
|-
|Ingredients
|List of ingredients on the back
|-
|Business Information
|Storck Manufacture
|}
#Overall, the information complies with the regulatory requirements as outlined in Lesson 04.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].<ref>En.wikipedia.org. (2018). Writing better articles. [online] Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles [Accessed 18 Jan. 2018].</ref>

<references group="August Storck KG. "Caramel World." Werther's Original Canada. https://www.werthers-original.ca/en/caramel-world (accessed July 21, 2026). " />

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2026-07-21T17:55:09Z

AprilKang: /* 1. Type out the lists of ingredients */

== '''Werther's Original - Regular Hard Caramels VS No Sugar Added Hard Caramels''' ==

== Introduction ==
‘Werther's Original Caramel Hard Candies’ are caramel-flavoured hard candies popular for their creamy flavour and quality ingredients. The company August Storck KG originated in the small German village of Werther, and their iconic hard candies were crafted by the confectioner Gustav Nebel. Following their increased popularity and mainstream growth, they have diversified into many new product lines, including soft-centred or toffee-like products, as well as new flavours such as apple, coffee, and chocolate. They have also introduced lines of low- or no-sugar products, including the ‘Werther's Original Sugar Free Hard Caramel Candy’

The Werther's Original Classic Hard Caramel continues to be the brand's best-selling product globally. This article aims to examine the differences between the original hard candy product and the sugar-free alternative.

== Pictures ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.17.44.png|none|thumb|283x283px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.19.21.png|none|thumb|240x240px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.20.55.png|none|thumb|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Ingredient List]]
|-
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.22.21.png|none|thumb|284x284px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.23.30.png|none|thumb|350x350px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.25.07.png|none|thumb|296x296px|Werher's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Ingredients List]]
|}

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==

=== 1. Type out the lists of ingredients ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Werther’s Original (Regular Version)
!Werther’s Original (No sugar added version)
|-
|
# Sugars [sugar, glucose syrup (wheat), cane sugar syrup]
# Cream (milk)
# Condensed whey
# Butter, salt
# Soy lecithin
# Artificial flavour
|
# Isomalt
# Butter(milk)
# Cream
# Salt
# Natural and artificial flavours (wheat)
# Soy lecithin
# Acesulfame-potassium (6mg/serving)
|}

=== 2. Identify fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used, if there is any ===
For both Werther’s Original (no sugar added version), and the regular version, there are no fat substitutes, both rely on butter and cream for fats.

For the no sugar added version, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium are used as sugar substitutes.

Soy lecithin is an additive, classified as an emulsifier, and is present in both versions. Both versions also have natural and artificial flavours (which are additives).

=== 3. Explain the roles of fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used in terms of the functional properties they contribute to the product ===
Isomalt is a bulk sugar substitute, used to provide the physical volume, weight, and texture that sugar normally supplies. Acesulfame-Potassium is used to boost the sweetness of the candy, since Isomalt is only half as sweet as sugar. Together, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium can be used as a sugar substitute.

Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier. This is necessary since the caramel contains both water-soluble ingredients(such as the sugar and sugar substitute) and fats (butter and cream, which are mostly oil). The emulsifier acts as a bridge between these two, ensuring that the fat remains evenly blended throughout the sugar.

The natural and artificial flavours serve to enhance the aroma and taste. This is especially important for the no sugar added version (which contains BOTH natural and artificial flavours, while the regular only contains artificial), since the sugar substitutes do not undergo traditional Maillard browning like regular sugar does.

=== '''4. Compare and contrast the lists of the two products and explain differences''': ===
'''Similarity''': Both contain butter, cream, salt, soy lecithin, and flavouring agents.

'''Difference''': Between these products, the regular version uses sugar (sucrose and glucose) as its sweetening agents, while the no-sugar-added version uses isomalt and acesulfame-potassium as sweetening agents. Isomalt is only about 50% as sweet as sucrose [3]. Therefore, it is added with acesulfame-potassium to increase its overall sweetness because acesulfame-potassium is 200 times sweeter than sucrose [5]. Isomalt is a sugar alcohol with a very low glycemic index [4]. It replaces sugar to provide a healthier alternative for diabetic consumers as it produces little to no increase in blood glucose or insulin levels compared to sucrose [3].

== Labels (1 points)==
{| class="wikitable"
|Brand
|Werther’s Original
|-
|Product Name
|Caramel Hard Candies and No-Sugar-Added Hard Caramels
|-
|Net Quantity
|135 g
|-
|Front of package Nutrition symbol
|“High in Sugars / Élevé en Sucres”
|-
|Authority shown on nutrition symbol
|Health Canada / Santé Canada
|-
|Product descriptions
|“ The Old World Recipe” and “The Smooth Classic”
|-
|Product Images
|Pictures of the caramel candies and their individual wrappers
|-
|Nutrition Facts
|The nutrition facts table contains required information including calories, fat (saturated and trans fat), carbohydrate, fibre, sugar. protein, cholesterol, sodium, potassium, calcium, and iron.
|-
|Allergen Information
|List of allergens on the back
|-
|Ingredients
|List of ingredients on the back
|-
|Business Information
|Storck Manufacture
|}
#Overall, the information complies with the regulatory requirements as outlined in Lesson 04.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].<ref>En.wikipedia.org. (2018). Writing better articles. [online] Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles [Accessed 18 Jan. 2018].</ref>

<references group="August Storck KG. "Caramel World." Werther's Original Canada. https://www.werthers-original.ca/en/caramel-world (accessed July 21, 2026). " />

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Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-21T17:54:41Z

AprilKang: /* 1. Type out the lists of ingredients */

== '''Werther's Original - Regular Hard Caramels VS No Sugar Added Hard Caramels''' ==

== Introduction ==
‘Werther's Original Caramel Hard Candies’ are caramel-flavoured hard candies popular for their creamy flavour and quality ingredients. The company August Storck KG originated in the small German village of Werther, and their iconic hard candies were crafted by the confectioner Gustav Nebel. Following their increased popularity and mainstream growth, they have diversified into many new product lines, including soft-centred or toffee-like products, as well as new flavours such as apple, coffee, and chocolate. They have also introduced lines of low- or no-sugar products, including the ‘Werther's Original Sugar Free Hard Caramel Candy’

The Werther's Original Classic Hard Caramel continues to be the brand's best-selling product globally. This article aims to examine the differences between the original hard candy product and the sugar-free alternative.

== Pictures ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.17.44.png|none|thumb|283x283px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.19.21.png|none|thumb|240x240px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.20.55.png|none|thumb|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Ingredient List]]
|-
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.22.21.png|none|thumb|284x284px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.23.30.png|none|thumb|350x350px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.25.07.png|none|thumb|296x296px|Werher's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Ingredients List]]
|}

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==

=== 1. Type out the lists of ingredients ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Werther’s Original (Regular Version)
!Werther’s Original (No sugar added version)
!
!
|-
|
# Sugars [sugar, glucose syrup (wheat), cane sugar syrup]
# Cream (milk)
# Condensed whey
# Butter, salt
# Soy lecithin
# Artificial flavour
|
# Isomalt
# Butter(milk)
# Cream
# Salt
# Natural and artificial flavours (wheat)
# Soy lecithin
# Acesulfame-potassium (6mg/serving)
|
|
|-
|
|
|
|
|-
|
|
|
|
|}

=== 2. Identify fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used, if there is any ===
For both Werther’s Original (no sugar added version), and the regular version, there are no fat substitutes, both rely on butter and cream for fats.

For the no sugar added version, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium are used as sugar substitutes.

Soy lecithin is an additive, classified as an emulsifier, and is present in both versions. Both versions also have natural and artificial flavours (which are additives).

=== 3. Explain the roles of fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used in terms of the functional properties they contribute to the product ===
Isomalt is a bulk sugar substitute, used to provide the physical volume, weight, and texture that sugar normally supplies. Acesulfame-Potassium is used to boost the sweetness of the candy, since Isomalt is only half as sweet as sugar. Together, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium can be used as a sugar substitute.

Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier. This is necessary since the caramel contains both water-soluble ingredients(such as the sugar and sugar substitute) and fats (butter and cream, which are mostly oil). The emulsifier acts as a bridge between these two, ensuring that the fat remains evenly blended throughout the sugar.

The natural and artificial flavours serve to enhance the aroma and taste. This is especially important for the no sugar added version (which contains BOTH natural and artificial flavours, while the regular only contains artificial), since the sugar substitutes do not undergo traditional Maillard browning like regular sugar does.

=== '''4. Compare and contrast the lists of the two products and explain differences''': ===
'''Similarity''': Both contain butter, cream, salt, soy lecithin, and flavouring agents.

'''Difference''': Between these products, the regular version uses sugar (sucrose and glucose) as its sweetening agents, while the no-sugar-added version uses isomalt and acesulfame-potassium as sweetening agents. Isomalt is only about 50% as sweet as sucrose [3]. Therefore, it is added with acesulfame-potassium to increase its overall sweetness because acesulfame-potassium is 200 times sweeter than sucrose [5]. Isomalt is a sugar alcohol with a very low glycemic index [4]. It replaces sugar to provide a healthier alternative for diabetic consumers as it produces little to no increase in blood glucose or insulin levels compared to sucrose [3].

== Labels (1 points)==
{| class="wikitable"
|Brand
|Werther’s Original
|-
|Product Name
|Caramel Hard Candies and No-Sugar-Added Hard Caramels
|-
|Net Quantity
|135 g
|-
|Front of package Nutrition symbol
|“High in Sugars / Élevé en Sucres”
|-
|Authority shown on nutrition symbol
|Health Canada / Santé Canada
|-
|Product descriptions
|“ The Old World Recipe” and “The Smooth Classic”
|-
|Product Images
|Pictures of the caramel candies and their individual wrappers
|-
|Nutrition Facts
|The nutrition facts table contains required information including calories, fat (saturated and trans fat), carbohydrate, fibre, sugar. protein, cholesterol, sodium, potassium, calcium, and iron.
|-
|Allergen Information
|List of allergens on the back
|-
|Ingredients
|List of ingredients on the back
|-
|Business Information
|Storck Manufacture
|}
#Overall, the information complies with the regulatory requirements as outlined in Lesson 04.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].<ref>En.wikipedia.org. (2018). Writing better articles. [online] Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles [Accessed 18 Jan. 2018].</ref>

<references group="August Storck KG. "Caramel World." Werther's Original Canada. https://www.werthers-original.ca/en/caramel-world (accessed July 21, 2026). " />

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Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-21T17:52:32Z

AprilKang: /* Ingredient lists (4 points) */

== '''Werther's Original - Regular Hard Caramels VS No Sugar Added Hard Caramels''' ==

== Introduction ==
‘Werther's Original Caramel Hard Candies’ are caramel-flavoured hard candies popular for their creamy flavour and quality ingredients. The company August Storck KG originated in the small German village of Werther, and their iconic hard candies were crafted by the confectioner Gustav Nebel. Following their increased popularity and mainstream growth, they have diversified into many new product lines, including soft-centred or toffee-like products, as well as new flavours such as apple, coffee, and chocolate. They have also introduced lines of low- or no-sugar products, including the ‘Werther's Original Sugar Free Hard Caramel Candy’

The Werther's Original Classic Hard Caramel continues to be the brand's best-selling product globally. This article aims to examine the differences between the original hard candy product and the sugar-free alternative.

== Pictures ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.17.44.png|none|thumb|283x283px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.19.21.png|none|thumb|240x240px|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
![[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.20.55.png|none|thumb|Werther's Original - Original Hard Caramels Ingredient List]]
|-
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.22.21.png|none|thumb|284x284px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.23.30.png|none|thumb|350x350px|Werther's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Nutrition Label]]
|[[File:Screenshot_2026-07-22_at_00.25.07.png|none|thumb|296x296px|Werher's Original - No Sugar Added Hard Caramels Ingredients List]]
|}

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==

=== 1. Type out the lists of ingredients ===

=== 2. Identify fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used, if there is any ===
For both Werther’s Original (no sugar added version), and the regular version, there are no fat substitutes, both rely on butter and cream for fats.

For the no sugar added version, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium are used as sugar substitutes.

Soy lecithin is an additive, classified as an emulsifier, and is present in both versions. Both versions also have natural and artificial flavours (which are additives).

=== 3. Explain the roles of fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used in terms of the functional properties they contribute to the product ===
Isomalt is a bulk sugar substitute, used to provide the physical volume, weight, and texture that sugar normally supplies. Acesulfame-Potassium is used to boost the sweetness of the candy, since Isomalt is only half as sweet as sugar. Together, Isomalt and Acesulfame-potassium can be used as a sugar substitute.

Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier. This is necessary since the caramel contains both water-soluble ingredients(such as the sugar and sugar substitute) and fats (butter and cream, which are mostly oil). The emulsifier acts as a bridge between these two, ensuring that the fat remains evenly blended throughout the sugar.

The natural and artificial flavours serve to enhance the aroma and taste. This is especially important for the no sugar added version (which contains BOTH natural and artificial flavours, while the regular only contains artificial), since the sugar substitutes do not undergo traditional Maillard browning like regular sugar does.

=== '''4. Compare and contrast the lists of the two products and explain differences''': ===
'''Similarity''': Both contain butter, cream, salt, soy lecithin, and flavouring agents.

'''Difference''': Between these products, the regular version uses sugar (sucrose and glucose) as its sweetening agents, while the no-sugar-added version uses isomalt and acesulfame-potassium as sweetening agents. Isomalt is only about 50% as sweet as sucrose [3]. Therefore, it is added with acesulfame-potassium to increase its overall sweetness because acesulfame-potassium is 200 times sweeter than sucrose [5]. Isomalt is a sugar alcohol with a very low glycemic index [4]. It replaces sugar to provide a healthier alternative for diabetic consumers as it produces little to no increase in blood glucose or insulin levels compared to sucrose [3].

== Labels (1 points)==
{| class="wikitable"
|Brand
|Werther’s Original
|-
|Product Name
|Caramel Hard Candies and No-Sugar-Added Hard Caramels
|-
|Net Quantity
|135 g
|-
|Front of package Nutrition symbol
|“High in Sugars / Élevé en Sucres”
|-
|Authority shown on nutrition symbol
|Health Canada / Santé Canada
|-
|Product descriptions
|“ The Old World Recipe” and “The Smooth Classic”
|-
|Product Images
|Pictures of the caramel candies and their individual wrappers
|-
|Nutrition Facts
|The nutrition facts table contains required information including calories, fat (saturated and trans fat), carbohydrate, fibre, sugar. protein, cholesterol, sodium, potassium, calcium, and iron.
|-
|Allergen Information
|List of allergens on the back
|-
|Ingredients
|List of ingredients on the back
|-
|Business Information
|Storck Manufacture
|}
#Overall, the information complies with the regulatory requirements as outlined in Lesson 04.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].<ref>En.wikipedia.org. (2018). Writing better articles. [online] Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles [Accessed 18 Jan. 2018].</ref>

<references group="August Storck KG. "Caramel World." Werther's Original Canada. https://www.werthers-original.ca/en/caramel-world (accessed July 21, 2026). " />

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Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-21T17:44:33Z

AprilKang: /* References */

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-21T17:40:49Z

AprilKang: /* Ingredient lists (4 points) */

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-21T17:37:37Z

AprilKang: /* Ingredient lists (4 points) */

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2025/Werther'sOriginal Candy Caramel

2026-07-21T17:36:36Z

AprilKang: