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	# Percy Pig		Percy Pig

	~~'''Percy Pig''' is a brand of fruit-flavored gummy candy made under the brand of~~ [[~~Marks & Spencer]]~~. ~~These candies are shaped like the face~~ of ~~a pig and are known for their unique taste and texture.~~ Percy Pig ~~candies have become a popular confectionery item in the [[United Kingdom~~]] ~~and have a dedicated fan base.~~		[[File:PercyPigs.jpeg\|thumb\|right\|A selection of Percy Pig sweets.]]

	~~== History ==~~		'''Percy Pig''' is a brand of fruit-flavored gummy candy made primarily from fruit juice and sold by the British retailer [[Marks & Spencer]]. The candies are shaped like pigs and have become a popular confectionery item in the United Kingdom.
	Percy Pig ~~was first launched~~ by [[Marks & Spencer~~]] in [[1992~~]]. The candies ~~were initially available only in the UK but~~ have ~~since gained popularity~~ in ~~other countries. Over the years,~~ the ~~brand has expanded its range to include various flavors and types, such as [[vegetarian]] and [[vegan]] options~~.

	== ~~Ingredients~~ ==		==History==
	The original ~~Percy Pig candies are~~ made with ~~a combination of [[~~fruit juice~~]], [[sugar]],~~ and ~~[[gelatin]]~~. ~~However~~, ~~due~~ to ~~increasing demand for vegetarian~~ and ~~vegan~~ products~~, Marks & Spencer introduced a gelatin-free version of Percy Pig, which uses [[pectin]] as a gelling agent~~.		Percy Pig was first introduced by Marks & Spencer in 1992. The original sweets were made with real fruit juice and had a distinctive pig shape. Over the years, the brand has expanded to include a variety of flavors and related products.

	== ~~Variants~~ ==		==Varieties==
	~~Percy Pig has several variants, including~~:		[[File:Percy_Pig_(6050229631).jpg\|thumb\|left\|Percy Pig sweets in packaging.]]
	* '''Percy Piglets''' - Smaller versions of the original Percy Pig.		The original Percy Pig sweets are raspberry-flavored, but the range has expanded to include several other varieties:
	* '''Penny Pigs''' - A variant featuring a different character.
	* '''Veggie Percy''' - A vegetarian version made without gelatin.
	* '''Percy Pig ~~and Pals'''~~ - ~~A mix of different animal-shaped gummies.~~

	~~== Popularity ==~~		* '''Percy Piglets''': Smaller versions of the original Percy Pig sweets.
	Percy Pig ~~has become~~ a ~~cultural icon in the UK, with many fans expressing their love for~~ the ~~candy on [[social media]] platforms~~. ~~The brand has also been featured in various [[media]] outlets and has a strong presence in [[Marks & Spencer]] stores~~.		* '''Penny Pigs''': A variation with a different flavor profile.
			* '''Phizzy Pig Tails''': A sour version of the sweets.
			* '''Veggie Percy''': A vegetarian version made without gelatin.

	== ~~Marketing~~ ==		==Cultural Impact==
	~~The marketing of~~ Percy Pig has ~~been~~ a ~~significant factor~~ in ~~its success~~. ~~Marks & Spencer has used various promotional strategies, including limited edition releases and collaborations~~ with ~~other brands, to keep the product fresh~~ and ~~appealing to consumers~~.		Percy Pig has become a cultural icon in the UK, with a dedicated fan base. The sweets are often associated with childhood nostalgia and are a popular gift item.

	== ~~See~~ also ==		==Related Products==
			[[File:PercyPigStevenage.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Percy Pig display in a store.]]
			In addition to the sweets, Marks & Spencer has expanded the Percy Pig brand to include other products such as:

			* Percy Pig ice cream
			* Percy Pig dessert sauces
			* Percy Pig soft drinks

			==Competitors==
			[[File:Henry_Hippo_Lidl_candy_sept_2021_(cropped).jpg\|thumb\|left\|Henry Hippo, a similar candy sold by Lidl.]]
			Percy Pig faces competition from similar gummy candies sold by other retailers. One notable competitor is the "Henry Hippo" candy sold by [[Lidl]], which also features animal-shaped gummies.

			==Related Pages==
			* [[Marks & Spencer]]
	* [[Gummy candy]]		* [[Gummy candy]]
	* [[Confectionery]]		* [[Confectionery]]
	* [[Marks & Spencer]]

	~~== References ==~~
	~~{{Reflist}}~~

	~~== External links ==~~
	* [Official Percy Pig page on Marks & Spencer website](https://www.marksandspencer.com)

	~~{{Confectionery}}~~		[[Category:Confectionery]]
	~~{{Marks & Spencer}}~~
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	[[Category:British brands]]		[[Category:British brands]]
	[[Category:Marks & Spencer]]		[[Category:Marks & Spencer]]
	~~[[Category:Products introduced in 1992]]~~
	~~<gallery>~~
	~~File:PercyPigs.jpeg\|Percy Pigs~~
	~~File:Percy_Pig_(6050229631).jpg\|Percy Pig~~
	~~File:PercyPigStevenage.jpg\|Percy Pig~~
	~~File:PercyPiglets.jpg\|Percy Piglets~~
	~~File:Henry_Hippo_Lidl_candy_sept_2021_(cropped).jpg\|Percy Pig~~
	~~</gallery>~~

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			File:PercyPigs.jpeg\|Percy Pigs
			File:Percy_Pig_(6050229631).jpg\|Percy Pig
			File:PercyPigStevenage.jpg\|Percy Pig
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	~~[[File:PercyPigs.jpeg\|thumb]] [[File:Percy Pig (6050229631).jpg\|thumb]] [[File:PercyPigStevenage.jpg\|thumb]] [[File:PercyPiglets.jpg\|thumb]]~~ Percy Pig		# Percy Pig

	Percy Pig is a ~~popular~~ brand of fruit-flavored gummy ~~candies that originated in~~ the ~~United Kingdom~~. These ~~sweets~~ are known for their ~~distinctive pig shape~~ and ~~are primarily sold by the British retailer Marks & Spencer~~. ~~Since their introduction in 1992,~~ Percy Pig candies have become a ~~beloved treat among consumers, expanding into~~ a ~~variety of flavors and product lines~~.		'''Percy Pig''' is a brand of fruit-flavored gummy candy made under the brand of [[Marks & Spencer]]. These candies are shaped like the face of a pig and are known for their unique taste and texture. Percy Pig candies have become a popular confectionery item in the [[United Kingdom]] and have a dedicated fan base.

	== History ==		== History ==
	Percy Pig was first launched by Marks & Spencer in 1992. The ~~original~~ candies were ~~made with real fruit juice and had a unique pig shape, which quickly captured~~ the ~~attention of consumers~~. Over the years, the brand has expanded to include ~~a wide range of products~~, ~~including~~ vegetarian and vegan options~~, as well as seasonal and limited-edition varieties~~.		Percy Pig was first launched by [[Marks & Spencer]] in [[1992]]. The candies were initially available only in the UK but have since gained popularity in other countries. Over the years, the brand has expanded its range to include various flavors and types, such as [[vegetarian]] and [[vegan]] options.

	== Ingredients ~~and Production~~ ==		== Ingredients ==
	Percy Pig candies are ~~primarily~~ made ~~from~~ fruit juice, sugar~~, glucose syrup~~, and gelatin. ~~The original recipe included pork gelatin~~, ~~but in response~~ to ~~consumer~~ demand for vegetarian ~~options~~, Marks & Spencer introduced a ~~vegetarian~~ version ~~in 2011. By 2019, all~~ Percy Pig ~~products were reformulated to be free from animal-derived gelatin~~, ~~making them suitable for vegetarians~~.		The original Percy Pig candies are made with a combination of [[fruit juice]], [[sugar]], and [[gelatin]]. However, due to increasing demand for vegetarian and vegan products, Marks & Spencer introduced a gelatin-free version of Percy Pig, which uses [[pectin]] as a gelling agent.

	~~The candies are flavored with a variety of fruit juices~~, including ~~raspberry, strawberry, and cherry, which contribute to their distinctive taste~~. ~~The production process involves molding the candies into their iconic pig shape~~ and ~~coating them with a fine layer~~ of ~~sugar~~.		== Variants ==
			Percy Pig has several variants, including:
			* '''Percy Piglets''' - Smaller versions of the original Percy Pig.
			* '''Penny Pigs''' - A variant featuring a different character.
			* '''Veggie Percy''' - A vegetarian version made without gelatin.
			* '''Percy Pig and Pals''' - A mix of different animal-shaped gummies.

	== ~~Product Range~~ ==		== Popularity ==
	~~The~~ Percy Pig ~~brand~~ has ~~expanded significantly since its inception. In addition to~~ the ~~original fruit-flavored gummies~~, the ~~range now includes:~~		Percy Pig has become a cultural icon in the UK, with many fans expressing their love for the candy on [[social media]] platforms. The brand has also been featured in various [[media]] outlets and has a strong presence in [[Marks & Spencer]] stores.

	* '''Percy Pig & Friends''': A mix of different animal-shaped gummies.		== Marketing ==
	* '''Phizzy Pig Tails''': A sour version of ~~the classic~~ Percy Pig ~~candies~~.		The marketing of Percy Pig has been a significant factor in its success. Marks & Spencer has used various promotional strategies, including limited edition releases and collaborations with other brands, to keep the product fresh and appealing to consumers.
	* '''Percy Pig Goes Globetrotting''': A variety pack featuring flavors inspired by different countries.
	* '''Percy Pig Pancakes''': A limited-edition product ~~available during certain times of the year~~.

	== ~~Cultural Impact ==~~		== See also ==
	Percy Pig has become a cultural icon in the UK, with a dedicated fan base and a strong presence in popular culture. The brand's success has led to the creation of various merchandise, including plush toys, clothing, and homeware. Percy Pig has also ~~been featured in numerous marketing campaigns and collaborations, further cementing its status as a beloved British brand.~~

	~~== Also see~~ ==
	* [[Gummy candy]]		* [[Gummy candy]]
			* [[Confectionery]]
	* [[Marks & Spencer]]		* [[Marks & Spencer]]
	* [[Vegetarianism]]
	* [~~[Veganism]~~]		== References ==
			{{Reflist}}

			== External links ==
			* [Official Percy Pig page on Marks & Spencer website](https://www.marksandspencer.com)

	{{Confectionery}}		{{Confectionery}}
			{{Marks & Spencer}}
	[[Category:Confectionery]]		[[Category:Confectionery brands]]
	[[Category:British brands]]		[[Category:British brands]]
	[[Category:Marks & Spencer]]		[[Category:Marks & Spencer]]
			[[Category:Products introduced in 1992]]

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	[[~~file~~:PercyPigs.jpeg\|thumb~~\|PercyPigs~~]] [[~~file~~:~~Percy_Pig_~~(6050229631).jpg\|thumb~~\|Percy Pig (6050229631)\|left~~]] [[~~file~~:PercyPigStevenage.jpg\|thumb~~\|PercyPigStevenage~~]] [[~~file~~:PercyPiglets.jpg\|thumb~~\|PercyPiglets\|left]] [[file:Henry_Hippo_Lidl_candy_sept_2021_(cropped).jpg\|thumb\|Henry Hippo Lidl candy sept 2021 (cropped)~~]] ~~'''~~Percy Pig''' is a brand of fruit-flavored gummy candies made primarily from [[fruit juice]] and marketed by the British retailer [[Marks & Spencer]]. The candies are shaped like pig faces and have become a popular confectionery item in the United Kingdom since their introduction in 1992.		[[File:PercyPigs.jpeg\|thumb]] [[File:Percy Pig (6050229631).jpg\|thumb]] [[File:PercyPigStevenage.jpg\|thumb]] [[File:PercyPiglets.jpg\|thumb]] Percy Pig

	~~==History==~~		Percy Pig is a popular brand of fruit-flavored gummy candies that originated in the United Kingdom. These sweets are known for their distinctive pig shape and are primarily sold by the British retailer Marks & Spencer. Since their introduction in 1992, Percy Pig candies have become a beloved treat among consumers, expanding into a variety of flavors and product lines.
	Percy Pig ~~was first introduced~~ by [[Marks & Spencer]] in 1992~~. The original~~ candies ~~were made with [[gelatin]], making them unsuitable for vegetarians. Over the years~~, ~~the product line has expanded to include various~~ flavors and ~~types, including vegetarian and vegan options. The brand has also introduced other characters, such as Penny Pig and Percy Piglets, to complement the original Percy Pig~~.

	==~~Ingredients~~==		== History ==
	The original ~~Percy Pig~~ candies were made with ~~[[gelatin]], [[sugar]], [[glucose syrup]], and various~~ fruit ~~juices. In response to growing demand for vegetarian~~ and ~~vegan products, Marks & Spencer introduced~~ a ~~vegetarian version of Percy Pig in 2011~~, which ~~uses [[pectin]] as a gelling agent instead~~ of ~~gelatin~~. ~~The vegan version, introduced later~~, ~~also avoids~~ the ~~use~~ of ~~any animal~~-~~derived ingredients~~.		Percy Pig was first launched by Marks & Spencer in 1992. The original candies were made with real fruit juice and had a unique pig shape, which quickly captured the attention of consumers. Over the years, the brand has expanded to include a wide range of products, including vegetarian and vegan options, as well as seasonal and limited-edition varieties.

	==~~Product Range~~==		== Ingredients and Production ==
	~~The~~ Percy Pig ~~brand has expanded to include a variety of products:~~		Percy Pig candies are primarily made from fruit juice, sugar, glucose syrup, and gelatin. The original recipe included pork gelatin, but in response to consumer demand for vegetarian options, Marks & Spencer introduced a vegetarian version in 2011. By 2019, all Percy Pig products were reformulated to be free from animal-derived gelatin, making them suitable for vegetarians.
	* '''Percy Pig Original''' - The classic fruit~~-flavored gummy candy.~~
	* '''Percy Pig & Friends''' - A mix of Percy Pig and ~~other animal-shaped gummies~~.
	* '''Percy Piglets''' - Smaller versions of the original ~~Percy Pig candies.~~
	* '''Penny Pig''' - A female counterpart to ~~Percy Pig.~~
	* '''Veggie Percy''' - A vegetarian version ~~of the original candy~~.
	* '''Vegan Percy~~'''~~ - ~~A vegan version of the original candy~~.

	~~==Popularity~~ and ~~Cultural Impact==~~		The candies are flavored with a variety of fruit juices, including raspberry, strawberry, and cherry, which contribute to their distinctive taste. The production process involves molding the candies into their iconic pig shape and coating them with a fine layer of sugar.
	~~Percy Pig has become a cultural icon in the UK~~, ~~with a dedicated fan base~~. The ~~brand has been featured in various marketing campaigns~~ and ~~has~~ a ~~strong presence on social media. Percy Pig products are often used in [[baking]] and [[dessert]] recipes, further cementing their place in British popular culture~~.

	==~~Related Pages~~==		== Product Range ==
			The Percy Pig brand has expanded significantly since its inception. In addition to the original fruit-flavored gummies, the range now includes:

			* '''Percy Pig & Friends''': A mix of different animal-shaped gummies.
			* '''Phizzy Pig Tails''': A sour version of the classic Percy Pig candies.
			* '''Percy Pig Goes Globetrotting''': A variety pack featuring flavors inspired by different countries.
			* '''Percy Pig Pancakes''': A limited-edition product available during certain times of the year.

			== Cultural Impact ==
			Percy Pig has become a cultural icon in the UK, with a dedicated fan base and a strong presence in popular culture. The brand's success has led to the creation of various merchandise, including plush toys, clothing, and homeware. Percy Pig has also been featured in numerous marketing campaigns and collaborations, further cementing its status as a beloved British brand.

			== Also see ==
			* [[Gummy candy]]
	* [[Marks & Spencer]]		* [[Marks & Spencer]]
	* [[Gummy candy]]
	* [[Vegetarianism]]		* [[Vegetarianism]]
	* [[Veganism]]		* [[Veganism]]
	* [[Fruit juice]]

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	[[Category:British brands]]		[[Category:British brands]]
	[[Category:Marks & Spencer]]		[[Category:Marks & Spencer]]
	~~[[Category:1992 introductions]]~~

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[[file:PercyPigs.jpeg|thumb|PercyPigs]] [[file:Percy_Pig_(6050229631).jpg|thumb|Percy Pig (6050229631)|left]] [[file:PercyPigStevenage.jpg|thumb|PercyPigStevenage]] [[file:PercyPiglets.jpg|thumb|PercyPiglets|left]] [[file:Henry_Hippo_Lidl_candy_sept_2021_(cropped).jpg|thumb|Henry Hippo Lidl candy sept 2021 (cropped)]] '''Percy Pig''' is a brand of fruit-flavored gummy candies made primarily from [[fruit juice]] and marketed by the British retailer [[Marks & Spencer]]. The candies are shaped like pig faces and have become a popular confectionery item in the United Kingdom since their introduction in 1992.

==History==
Percy Pig was first introduced by [[Marks & Spencer]] in 1992. The original candies were made with [[gelatin]], making them unsuitable for vegetarians. Over the years, the product line has expanded to include various flavors and types, including vegetarian and vegan options. The brand has also introduced other characters, such as Penny Pig and Percy Piglets, to complement the original Percy Pig.

==Ingredients==
The original Percy Pig candies were made with [[gelatin]], [[sugar]], [[glucose syrup]], and various fruit juices. In response to growing demand for vegetarian and vegan products, Marks & Spencer introduced a vegetarian version of Percy Pig in 2011, which uses [[pectin]] as a gelling agent instead of gelatin. The vegan version, introduced later, also avoids the use of any animal-derived ingredients.

==Product Range==
The Percy Pig brand has expanded to include a variety of products:
* '''Percy Pig Original''' - The classic fruit-flavored gummy candy.
* '''Percy Pig & Friends''' - A mix of Percy Pig and other animal-shaped gummies.
* '''Percy Piglets''' - Smaller versions of the original Percy Pig candies.
* '''Penny Pig''' - A female counterpart to Percy Pig.
* '''Veggie Percy''' - A vegetarian version of the original candy.
* '''Vegan Percy''' - A vegan version of the original candy.

==Popularity and Cultural Impact==
Percy Pig has become a cultural icon in the UK, with a dedicated fan base. The brand has been featured in various marketing campaigns and has a strong presence on social media. Percy Pig products are often used in [[baking]] and [[dessert]] recipes, further cementing their place in British popular culture.

==Related Pages==
* [[Marks & Spencer]]
* [[Gummy candy]]
* [[Vegetarianism]]
* [[Veganism]]
* [[Fruit juice]]

==Categories==
[[Category:Confectionery]]
[[Category:British brands]]
[[Category:Marks & Spencer]]
[[Category:1992 introductions]]

{{Confectionery-stub}}