Fisherman's Friend Salmiak & Raspberry

Fisherman's Friend is a world-renowned brand of strong menthol lozenges, originally developed in 1865 by pharmacist James Lofthouse. The product was created to help deep-sea fishermen in Fleetwood, Lancashire, cope with the freezing conditions of the North Atlantic. What began as a liquid became a tablet for easier transport on fishing vessels.

To this day, the brand remains remarkably traditional in its manufacturing approach. Every single Fisherman's Friend lozenge sold globally is still produced at the original family-run factory in Fleetwood, United Kingdom. The brand has expanded from its original 'extra strong' flavor to include various sugar-free options like the Salmiak & Raspberry variant shown here, specifically popular in markets like Sweden.

Ownership of the brand has also stayed close to its roots. It is owned and managed by Lofthouse of Fleetwood Ltd, representing one of the most successful independent, family-owned confectionery companies in the global market.