Haribo Tangfastics

Haribo Tangfastics are a popular variety of sour gummy sweets known for their fizzy coating and diverse shapes, including cola bottles, cherries, and rings. Originally launched in the United Kingdom in the 1990s, they have become a staple of the Haribo range, catering to fans of tangy and acidic flavor profiles.

The Haribo brand itself was founded in Germany in 1920 by Johannes 'Hans' Riegel Sr. The name is an acronym derived from the founder's name and its city of origin: HAns RIegel BOnn. To this day, the company remains a family-owned enterprise, with headquarters in Grafschaft, Germany (near Bonn).

Manufacturing for Haribo products is decentralized to support global demand. While the brand originates from Germany, Haribo operates numerous production facilities across Europe—including major sites in the UK (Pontefract and Castleford), France, and Turkey—as well as newer facilities in the United States to serve the North American market.