In Victorian England, a pennyworth of sweets bought you a small jar fullPear drops get their flavour from amyl acetate, the same compound found in real pearsFudge sets when sugar crystals form between 110 and 116 degrees Celsius, chemistryLiquorice has been chewed in England since the 13th century, originally as medicineMost sweet labels you see are mass-printed; ours are printed the day your order shipsThe British eat about 7.5kg of sweets per person per year, more than half of EuropeBrentwood, Essex, has been a sweet town since the railway arrived in 1840The word "sweet" came from the Old English "swete", meaning pleasant to taste

Gift guide

The wedding favours guide

The wedding favours we make, from sweet cones to keepsake jars, and how to plan your numbers.

Sweet cones

A cellophane cone of pick and mix, sealed with a personalised circle sticker. The sticker can carry your initials, the wedding date or a table number, and one design runs across the order. See sweet cones.

Fudge favour boxes

A small kraft box of four pieces of fudge, two flavours per box, with a personalised sticker on the lid.

VIP keepsake jars

A 970ml jar of pick and mix with a personalised label, for parents, the bridal party or the top table. More about the keepsake jar.

Sweet cart hire

Our white Victorian-style cart comes dressed for your day, with glassware, pick and mix, scoops and bags so guests can help themselves. We set it up at your venue and collect it afterwards. Sweet cart hire covers Brentwood and the surrounding counties.

Planning your numbers

Start with your guest count. Each favour has a minimum order, with volume savings above it, and the favours page shows both along with an indicative total. Tell us your date and any dietary needs when you send your details, and we confirm the price and timing in a written quote.

Planning favours for an occasion?

Estimate your favours