Jenkki Fresh Tasty Orange chewing gum

Jenkki is Finland's most iconic chewing gum brand, famously known for pioneering xylitol products in the 1970s. Originally created in 1951 by the Finnish company Hellas (later known as Leaf), the brand was named after the Finnish slang term for 'Yankee,' reflecting the American lifestyle influence of that era. Today, Jenkki remains a market leader in the Nordic region, though its manufacturing and ownership have transitioned to more global structures.

While the brand is quintessentially Finnish in origin and identity, the manufacturing of Jenkki products primarily takes place in Turkey, where Cloetta operates specialized production facilities. This centralized production model allows for efficient distribution across European and Scandinavian markets.

The brand is currently owned by Cloetta AB, a leading confectionery company headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Cloetta acquired the brand through its merger with Leaf (the successor to the original company, Hellas) in 2012. As we look toward 2026, Jenkki continues to be a core pillar of Cloetta's oral health and snack portfolio, maintaining its reputation for high-quality xylitol-based dental care products.