Dark Chocolate Covered Ginger

Yes, the chocolate coating contains a minimum of 35% cocoa solids. That puts it above the minimum cocoa-solids level used for plain chocolate under UK chocolate labelling rules. It is still considerably less cocoa-rich than dark chocolate products marketed at 70% or more.

Sulphur dioxide is a sulphite preservative commonly used with dried and candied fruit. Sulphites can cause reactions in sensitive people, particularly some people with asthma. Allergy UK estimates sulphite sensitivity at less than 2% in the general population, rising to around 5–13% among people with asthma. If you have a known sulphite sensitivity, check the allergen information before eating the product.

If you take warfarin or another anticoagulant, it's worth checking before regularly eating large amounts of ginger-based products. Ginger has been discussed as a potential interaction with warfarin, particularly in larger amounts or supplement form. The amount of ginger in an occasional chocolate-covered sweet may be quite different from a concentrated ginger supplement, but anyone taking anticoagulant medication should check with their GP, anticoagulant clinic or pharmacist rather than relying on assumptions.

Not by every definition. Whether Dark Chocolate Gingers are suitable for vegetarians depends on your dietary preferences regarding shellac (E904). Shellac is derived from the lac insect and is used as a glazing agent in some confectionery products. Anyone who avoids insect-derived ingredients should therefore check the ingredient list carefully.

No, Dark Chocolate Gingers contains whey from milk, which is an animal-derived dairy ingredient and means it is not vegan. If shellac (E904) is also listed as a glazing agent, that provides a separate reason why it would not suit people following a strict vegan diet.

These Dark Chocolate Covered Gingers contain 57.7g of total sugars per 100g. The NHS recommends that adults have no more than 30g of free sugars a day, but the 57.7g figure on the nutrition label represents total sugars rather than free sugars alone. With a high sugar content and a sweetened ginger centre, they are best treated as an occasional indulgence rather than an everyday snack.

Store Dark Chocolate Covered Ginger in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and strong odours. Keep the pack or container well sealed after opening to help maintain the texture of both the chocolate coating and the candied ginger centre.

Dark Chocolate Gingers are available to buy online from NutsOasis. Check the product page for current availability, pack sizes, pricing, and delivery information.