Fisherman's Friend Original Extra Strong

Fisherman's Friend is a world-renowned brand of strong menthol lozenges. The brand was originally developed in 1865 by pharmacist James Lofthouse in Fleetwood, Lancashire, England, to help deep-sea fishermen combat various respiratory problems caused by the freezing conditions in the North Atlantic fishing grounds.

Today, the product remains a family-owned legacy, produced by Lofthouse of Fleetwood Ltd. Despite its global distribution to over 100 countries, the manufacturing process is still concentrated in its hometown of Fleetwood, United Kingdom. The brand is famous for its distinctive paper packets and its unchanging recipe that provides an extra-strong, relief-providing sensation.

The ultimate ownership of the brand rests with the Lofthouse family, maintaining its status as a quintessential British independent business. The company has evolved from a small local pharmacy operation into a significant international exporter while keeping its heritage and production facilities firmly rooted in its original English location.