Allsorts

Allsorts refers to a British confectionery product. It is a mixture of different types of liquorice candies. The specific types of sweets included in an allsorts mix can vary, but typically feature a combination of liquorice and fruit-flavored jellies, pastes, and chewy sweets. Common components often include black and white liquorice, coconut-flavored battenberg-style pieces, and brightly colored fruit pastilles or gums.

The origins of allsorts are often attributed to George Bassett of Sheffield, England, in the late 19th century. Legend has it that an employee of Bassett's confectionery company, a Mr. Coulson, dropped a tray of mixed sweets, creating the original assortment. While this story is anecdotal, Bassett's company did become a prominent producer of these mixed liquorice sweets.

Today, allsorts are produced by various confectionery companies. They remain popular, particularly in the United Kingdom, and are recognizable by their distinctive colorful and varied textures and flavors within a single bag or box. The appeal lies in the variety offered, allowing consumers to enjoy a range of taste sensations in one treat.