French Anise Candy – Violet Flavor Hard Candy, Natural Gourmet Sweets in Classic Reusable Tin, 50g (1.75 oz)

These are lovely, old-fashioned lightly flavored hard candies (not mints). And they are VERY hard: do not attempt to chew these, unless you wish to help your dentist make another boat payment, nor are they suitable for the same reason for children. The flavor is violet (yes, violets do have a distinct flavor) complemented by a hint of anise - very European, and not sugary-sweet like American hard candy. The violet and gold-toned tin is especially pretty. Great to carry in your purse.

These have always been my favorite since I was a little girl. My favorite aunt would pass me one or two when I was at the museum with her. If you've never tried flower candies,IMO this will be a PLEASANT surprise for your tastebuds.

I usually purchase one mint tin at a time because they’re so pricey but I saw this deal on Amazon and decided to purchase. They don’t exactly taste the same. I don’t know if it’s due to where they’re stored but I don’t see myself buying these again. They do not come in a box. They’re wrapped in 3’s. Not appealing.

I tried this out because I thought it would be a good alternative to gum while studying. I don't like the taste, it didn't last very long at all, and the packaging is neither here nor there, but I can tell the quality of the candy was okay. Packaging - top is metal tin, bottom is plastic - weird aesthetically. Causes there to be an unsatisfying dull sound when the candy moves in the tin. Candy - just white hard round balls, kinda powdery-looking but very compact. There's a little chewy violet in the middle which is kinda fun. The taste is complex - at first it's fine and sweet, the sweetness then intensifies and fills your mouth and nose with the smell of old makeup, and it's got a vaguely cinnamon-y flavor to it, which I am guessing is the anise. Again, not really my thing and gave me a headache, but I appreciated the uniqueness of it. Purposes: I don't see this serving me as an after-lunch breath mint. It dissolves far too quickly to serve as a study aide. I could see this waking me up a bit though, just from the novelty of the taste. I really wanted to like it, but I unfortunately will not be purchasing this again.

Wonderful flavor

My favorite hard candy. Thanks for carrying something I have a hard time finding is stores. Quality shipping too!

Not as good as Choward’s violet mints. These are sweet and lightly floral, but the violet tastes like lavender laundry detergent instead. Very expensive for the amount you get.

Haven't had these in 55 years!! Since I enlisted in the Navy and moved from Hollywood Cali. I and my friend used to buy one of these tins a couple of times a week, in a Thrifty drug store for 10 cents on Hollywood Blvd. Back then the bottom of the tin was also tin. I actually still have one! I actually was shaking a little as I opened the tin, anticipating the violet aroma. The aroma was exactly the same but not quite as intense. The flavour of the candy was very similar. The anise seed was a bit smaller and not as intense as back then. But great aftertaste. Hey! No worries!! I have a wonderful part of my past back that I can relive. To assure that, I also bought the 8oz. bag to refill my tin. Oh how the simple things in life make me so happy. BTW, prices are more expensive from the factory than on Amazon!!