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Fisherman's Friend Original Menthol & Eucalyptus pastilles

ownerLofthouse of Fleetwood Ltd. (United Kingdom)
originUnited Kingdom
manufacturedUnited Kingdom

Fisherman's Friend is a world-renowned brand of strong menthol lozenges, originally developed in 1865 by pharmacist James Lofthouse. The product was tailored to provide relief for deep-sea fishermen working in the freezing conditions of the North Atlantic. Based in Fleetwood, Lancashire, England, the brand has remained a family-owned enterprise for generations, maintaining its traditional production roots in the United Kingdom.

The brand's identity is deeply tied to its heritage, featuring a fishing trawler on its iconic paper-strip envelopes. Today, Fisherman's Friend is owned and manufactured by Lofthouse's of Fleetwood Ltd. The company exports to over 100 countries globally, making it one of the most successful independent British confectionery exporters. Despite its international reach, all production continues to be centralized at their facility in Fleetwood to ensure quality control and brand authenticity.

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