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== Introduction ==
== Tunnock's ==


[[Tunnock's]] is a renowned Scottish family-run bakery based in Uddingston, Lanarkshire, Scotland. The company was established by Thomas Tunnock as Tunnock's in 1890 and is famous for producing products like the Caramel Wafer, the Teacake, and the Snowball.
[[File:Tunnock's.png|thumb|Logo of Tunnock's]]
 
'''Tunnock's''' is a Scottish company known for its confectionery products, particularly its [[Tunnock's Teacake|teacakes]] and [[Tunnock's Caramel Wafer|caramel wafers]]. The company was founded in 1890 by Thomas Tunnock and is based in [[Uddingston]], [[Scotland]].


== History ==
== History ==


[[Thomas Tunnock]] founded the company in 1890 after paying £80 for a baker's shop in Uddingston. The business initially started as a small bakery, selling quality bakery products. It was not until 1952 that the company introduced the now-iconic [[Caramel Wafer]], which propelled Tunnock's to national and then international fame.
Tunnock's was established in 1890 when Thomas Tunnock purchased a bakery in Uddingston. The company initially focused on bakery products but later expanded into confectionery. The introduction of the Tunnock's Teacake and Caramel Wafer in the 1950s marked a significant turning point for the company, leading to widespread recognition and popularity.


== Products ==
== Products ==


Tunnock's is best known for its range of sweet products, which have become iconic in Scotland and beyond. The most famous of these are:
Tunnock's is renowned for several iconic products:


* [[Caramel Wafer]]: A bar consisting of five layers of wafer, separated by four layers of caramel, and coated in chocolate.
=== Tunnock's Teacake ===
* [[Teacake]]: A biscuit base topped with marshmallow and covered in chocolate.
[[File:Tunnocks_tea_cakes.jpg|thumb|Tunnock's Teacakes]]
* [[Snowball]]: A dome of marshmallow covered in chocolate and sprinkled with coconut.
The Tunnock's Teacake consists of a round biscuit base topped with a dome of Italian meringue, coated in a layer of milk chocolate. It is a popular treat in the UK and has a distinctive red and silver foil wrapping.


== Distribution ==
=== Tunnock's Caramel Wafer ===
[[File:Tunnocks_caramel.jpg|thumb|Tunnock's Caramel Wafer]]
The Caramel Wafer is a bar composed of five layers of wafer, separated by caramel, and coated in chocolate. It is one of Tunnock's best-selling products, with millions produced each week.


Tunnock's products are sold across the globe, with significant markets in the Middle East, the Caribbean, and North America. The company produces over 5 million biscuits a week and exports to over 40 countries.
=== Other Products ===
[[File:Tunnocks_snowball_caramel_log.jpg|thumb|Tunnock's Snowball and Caramel Log]]
Tunnock's also produces the Snowball, a marshmallow treat covered in coconut, and the Caramel Log, which is similar to the Caramel Wafer but rolled in roasted coconut.


== In Popular Culture ==
== Manufacturing ==


Tunnock's has a significant cultural impact in Scotland and beyond. The brand's products, particularly the Teacake and the Caramel Wafer, have become symbols of Scottish identity. They have been featured in various cultural events, including the opening ceremony of the [[2014 Commonwealth Games]] in Glasgow.
Tunnock's products are manufactured at the company's factory in Uddingston. The factory is a significant local employer and a point of interest for visitors. Tunnock's has maintained a commitment to quality and traditional manufacturing methods, which has contributed to its enduring success.


== See Also ==
== Cultural Impact ==


* [[List of bakeries]]
Tunnock's products have become a part of Scottish culture, often associated with nostalgia and traditional tea-time treats. The brand has a loyal following and is recognized for its distinctive packaging and branding.
* [[List of food companies]]
 
== Related Pages ==
* [[Confectionery]]
* [[Scottish cuisine]]
* [[List of chocolate-covered foods]]


== References ==
== References ==
 
{{reflist}}
* Tunnock's official website
* "The Story of Tunnock's", BBC News
* "Tunnock's: A Scottish Icon", The Scotsman


== External Links ==
== External Links ==
* [https://www.tunnock.co.uk/ Official Tunnock's website]


* [http://www.tunnock.co.uk/ Official Website]
[[Category:Scottish brands]]
* [https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-24399018 "The Story of Tunnock's", BBC News]
[[Category:Confectionery companies of the United Kingdom]]
* [https://www.scotsman.com/lifestyle-2-15039/tunnock-s-a-scottish-icon-1-4666878 "Tunnock's: A Scottish Icon", The Scotsman]
[[Category:Companies established in 1890]]
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Latest revision as of 11:11, 18 February 2025

Tunnock's[edit]

File:Tunnock's.png
Logo of Tunnock's

Tunnock's is a Scottish company known for its confectionery products, particularly its teacakes and caramel wafers. The company was founded in 1890 by Thomas Tunnock and is based in Uddingston, Scotland.

History[edit]

Tunnock's was established in 1890 when Thomas Tunnock purchased a bakery in Uddingston. The company initially focused on bakery products but later expanded into confectionery. The introduction of the Tunnock's Teacake and Caramel Wafer in the 1950s marked a significant turning point for the company, leading to widespread recognition and popularity.

Products[edit]

Tunnock's is renowned for several iconic products:

Tunnock's Teacake[edit]

Tunnock's Teacakes

The Tunnock's Teacake consists of a round biscuit base topped with a dome of Italian meringue, coated in a layer of milk chocolate. It is a popular treat in the UK and has a distinctive red and silver foil wrapping.

Tunnock's Caramel Wafer[edit]

Tunnock's Caramel Wafer

The Caramel Wafer is a bar composed of five layers of wafer, separated by caramel, and coated in chocolate. It is one of Tunnock's best-selling products, with millions produced each week.

Other Products[edit]

File:Tunnocks snowball caramel log.jpg
Tunnock's Snowball and Caramel Log

Tunnock's also produces the Snowball, a marshmallow treat covered in coconut, and the Caramel Log, which is similar to the Caramel Wafer but rolled in roasted coconut.

Manufacturing[edit]

Tunnock's products are manufactured at the company's factory in Uddingston. The factory is a significant local employer and a point of interest for visitors. Tunnock's has maintained a commitment to quality and traditional manufacturing methods, which has contributed to its enduring success.

Cultural Impact[edit]

Tunnock's products have become a part of Scottish culture, often associated with nostalgia and traditional tea-time treats. The brand has a loyal following and is recognized for its distinctive packaging and branding.

Related Pages[edit]

References[edit]

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External Links[edit]

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