We know that when you combine mentos and a diet co*ke you’ll witness a momentous eruption – but are the soft mints themselves suitable for vegans? Keep reading to find out more.
Mentos
Anyone who knows their history of mints will be aware that Mentos has been around since the early 20th century – pretty good going by anyone’s standards!
The Dutch company that originally produced the mints were called van Melle and the two brothers who founded it first thought up the idea for a peppermint-flavoured caramel candy on a train ride to Poland. Around 70 years later (and numerous new flavours) the van Melle group merged with Italian company Perfetti and they continue to produce the sweets to this day.
Are Mentos suitable for vegans?
As Mentos produce many products, there isn’t a straight yes or no to answer this question. Quite a few options from Mentos are suitable for vegans, but it’s always worth checking the ingredients list.
If beeswax or carmine (a red food colouring derived from beetles) are listed then the product isn’t going to be vegan-friendly.
Are fruit Mentos vegan?
Again it’s worth checking the pack’s ingredients list, but most UK fruit Mentos don’t contain either of the above, so they can be considered vegan.
Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
FAQs
Mentos stocks a number of vegan gum products. It's Spearmint, Mentos Sugar Free Gum Peppermint, Pure Fresh Peppermint, and Spearmint & Mentos Air Action are all plant-based. Its Mentos 3 Layer, Juice Burst gum, and Strawberry Squeeze all contain animal products.
Does Mentos contain gelatin? ›
Cool Mint Sugar-Free Mentos obtains sweetness from a variety of sugar substitutes, mainly isomalt, maltitol syrup, mannitol, polydextrose, sorbitol and sucralose. The gums, gelatins and hydrogenated coconut oils give structure to the candy. The mono- and diglycerides help mix the ingredients.
Are all mints vegan? ›
Why are some mints not vegan? Lots of these mints include either gelatin or milk, both of which are animal-derived products and not suitable for vegans. Sometimes, but less often, mints can also include beeswax or shellac too, so look out for these on ingredients labels as well.
Is Mentos white chewing gum vegan? ›
No Sugar. Suitable for Vegans. Suitable for Vegetarians.
Which gum brands are vegan? ›
Those who are on a plant-based diet can still find gum suitable for them. Childhood favourite Hubba Bubba is vegan, as are the two major gum brands Extra and Orbit. Wrigley's is also vegan, so there are absolutely vegan gum options whenever you pick up a pack from major supermarkets or newsagents.
Is Hubba Bubba vegan? ›
Apart from their only flavor that is not vegan - Bubble Blast Gum (Original) flavor, Hubba bubba is also safe for vegans.
Is Altoids vegan? ›
Unfortunately, original Altoids (Cinnamon, Spearmint, Peppermint, and Wintergreen flavors) contain gelatin …
What brands of mints are vegan? ›
- Hospitality Mints.
- Cocomels Caramels.
- Hershey's.
- RED BIRD SOUTHERN REFRESH - MINTSRED BIRD SOUTHERN REF…
- Simply Gum.
- Colombina.
- Vermints. Shop the Post + Follow.
- ZOLLI.
Most types of Skittles are considered vegan, but not all. While Skittles Classic Fruits, Skittles Sour, Skittles Tropical and Wild Berry Skittles are all currently suitable for vegans, some special editions such as the Once in a Blue Moon Skittles are not, as the blue skittles contain animal product derivatives.
Are Starburst vegan? ›
Starbursts were launched in the USA in 1967, and have since become hugely popular in the country. Unfortunately for American plant-based eaters, however, they feature gelatin in their ingredients. This means that they aren't suitable for vegans or vegetarians.
There's always a small chance these ingredients might not be vegan friendly if the manufacturer does not explicitly state that they are. If you are not concerned about the source of the sugar or “natural flavors,” then Tic Tacs are vegan, as they do not contain any animal derivatives.
Is gellan vegan? ›
Gellan gum is a vegetarian ingredient and can even be used as a plant-based substitute for gelatin. Further, it has been approved by the USDA for use in organic foods. Vegan, non-GMO, allergen-free, gluten-free, and halal/kosher diet-approved versions of the ingredient are also available.
Does Mentos gum have dairy? ›
Mentos Pure Fresh Gum is free from 7 Allergan's milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts and wheat. Mentos Pure Fresh Gum is Gluten and Fat Free and does not contain pork, fish or turkey- animal based gelatin ingredients.
