Les Anis de Flavigny Anise Candies, 1.7 oz Tin

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$4.50
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Les Anis de Flavigny pastilles are a beloved French confectionery that have been around for over two centuries. They are considered to be an integral part of French culture and are often given as gifts to celebrate special occasions. The pastilles are known for their unique flavor and for being made with only natural ingredients, making them a popular snack for all ages. The pastilles are also known for their distinctive packaging, usually featuring a romantic scene or captures a moment a villager’s life.

Questions & Answers
  • Hard Candy, do NOT chew
  • Each hard candy is the size of a pea
  • Each candy is only 4 calories (1 celery stalk is 10 calories)
  • The candy tumbles for 15 days as it its layers of sugar are formed
  • The beautiful village of Flavigny-sur-Ozerain was the location of the movie, Chocolat starring Johnny Depp
  • Family run artisanal candy
  • This candy is considered the oldest candy in France, mentioned in a document as early as 872 AD
  • The Anis de Flavigny factory has been located within the same ivy-covered Benedictine abbey
  • The legend tells that sharing a candy with an aniseed held in its heart is a demonstration of love
  • Brazil, Central & South America

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Better For You:
  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan - test
  • Sugar-Conscious
  • Low-Fat
  • Gluten-Free

The Timeless Tradition of Les Anis de Flavigny Candy

Les Anis de Flavigny candy is considered the oldest candy in France, mentioned in a document as early as 872. In the 17th century, when the candy was manufactured by Ursuline sisters, six months were needed to add and dry the successive coats of sugar. Today, the factory is still situated at the heart of the ancient abbey, but the process is completed in only 15 days. The 50-gram oval tin is highly recognizable and classical in French culture. Not only does the candy center contain the signature, green anis seed found in the center of each candy flavor offered, but also is coated with layers of all-natural anis extract and sugar. The anis flavoring and sugar is super tasty and offers a yummy added benefit of fresh breath. “Les Anis de Flavigny® sweets are composed of 3 or 4 plant-based ingredients. They are suitable for vegetarians and vegans. The manufacturing process does not involve animals in any way, which means all ranges are vegan-friendly. Product Descriptions: 1. Anis- This is the original candy! The one that started it all and continues to be the most popular flavor in the Anis de Flavigny collection. Not only does the candy center contain the signature, green anis seed found in the center of each candy flavor offered, but also is coated with layers of all-natural anis extract and sugar. The anis flavoring and sugar is super tasty and offers a yummy added benefit of fresh breath. The tin- In France, these highly recognizable and classical 50g oval tins captures a love story moment between a shepherd and a shepherdess. What do you think is happening between the couple? This is how La Boutique des Les Anis de Flavigny describes this scene illustrated on the anis tin: “Near the fountain, the young shepherd makes his move, daring to ask for the shepherdess’ hand by offering her a succulent sweet.” 2. Rose- In France, these highly recognizable and classical 50g oval tins oftentimes depict a moment in the life of villagers in the years passed. This is how La Boutique des Les Anis de Flavigny describes this illustration depicted on the rose tin: “In the middle of the roses, she kisses a large bouquet, smiling, she dreams of loving and being loved like roses....” 3. Lemon- In France, these highly recognizable and classical 50g oval tins oftentimes depict a moment in the life of villagers in the years passed. This is how La Boutique des Les Anis de Flavigny describes this illustration depicted on the lemon tin: “The children of the shepherd and shepherdess have fun near the abbey.” 4. Violet- In France, these highly recognizable and classical 50g oval tins depict a moment in the life of villagers in the years passed. This one is different. This is how La Boutique des Les Anis de Flavigny describes this illustration depicted on the violet tin: “As the sweet coat hides the seed of anise, violets modestly shelter the heart to heart of our lovers.” 5. Licorice- In France, these highly recognizable and classical 50g oval tins depict a moment in the life of villagers in the years passed. This is how La Boutique des Les Anis de Flavigny describes this illustration depicted on the licorice tin: “A young shepherd chews his licorice stick. A light shines at the window of a house. Is it the love of these dreams!” 6. Mint- In France, these highly recognizable and classical 50g oval tins depict a moment in the life of villagers in the years passed. This is how La Boutique des Les Anis de Flavigny describes this illustration depicted on the mint tin: “In the water, a reflection reveals the presence of the girl to the shepherd. What a great meeting!” 7. Orange- In France, these highly recognizable and classical 50g oval tins depict a moment in the life of villagers in the years passed. This is how La Boutique des Les Anis de Flavigny describes this illustration depicted on the orange tin: “For their first date, our lovers find themselves under the flowers of the orange tree. Now they dream together!”

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