Ahlgrens is a Swedish confectionery brand that produces a range of soft candy products, including the famous Ahlgrens Bilar (cars) and other candy in various shapes and flavors.
- Ahlgrens was founded by Fredrik Ahlgren in 1885 as a company producing a range of goods from textiles to cigarettes.
- In 1910, the company started producing candy and established itself as a leader in the Swedish confectionery market.
- Ahlgrens Bilar, the brand's most well-known product, was launched in 1953 and quickly became a favorite among Swedish candy lovers.
- In the 1970s, the company was acquired by the Finnish confectionery company Leaf and, later, by the Dutch company Perfetti Van Melle.
- Today, Ahlgrens continues to produce a range of soft candy products that are sold in Sweden, Finland, and other parts of the world.
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Ahlgrens Bilar are soft, marshmallow-like candies shaped like cars. They come in a variety of flavors, including strawberry, raspberry, pear, and lemon.
Ahlgrens Lakritsbilar are soft licorice-flavored candies shaped like cars. They are similar in texture to Ahlgrens Bilar but with a distinct licorice flavor.
Ahlgrens Skumbananer are soft, banana-flavored marshmallow candies. They are shaped like bananas and are a popular candy in Sweden.
Ahlgrens candy can be found in many grocery stores and candy shops in Sweden, Finland, and other parts of Europe. Some specialty stores in the USA and Canada also carry Ahlgrens products.
Yes, Ahlgrens Bilar are gluten-free. They are made with corn starch instead of wheat flour.
Ahlgrens Bilar have a soft, marshmallow-like texture. They are not chewy like traditional gummy candies.
Yes, Ahlgrens produces a range of soft candy products in various shapes, including skulls, hearts, and dinosaurs.
Ahlgrens Bilar, Skumbananer, and other candies are suitable for vegetarians but not vegans. They contain gelatin, which is derived from animal sources.