{"product_id":"swizzels-squashies-shooting-stars","title":"Swizzels Squashies Shooting Stars","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eSwizzels Squashies Shooting Stars – Soft and Sour Fruit-Flavoured Sweets\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwizzels Squashies Shooting Stars\u003c\/strong\u003e send the famously soft Squashies texture in a decidedly tangier direction. Shaped like colourful shooting stars and packed with imaginative sour fruit flavours, these playful foam sweets combine pink lemonade, peach and starfruit, and cola and lime in one exciting shareable bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach star has the light, squashable consistency associated with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sweetsshop.uk\/collections\/squashies-sweets\"\u003eSquashies Sweets\u003c\/a\u003e, followed by a bright sour flavour that provides considerably more excitement than their charming appearance initially suggests. They are fruity, chewy and tangy without abandoning the soft texture that has made Squashies one of Britain’s most recognisable sweet ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are Swizzels Squashies Shooting Stars?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSwizzels Squashies Shooting Stars are sour fruit-flavoured foam sweets presented in playful star and trailing-tail shapes. Instead of using one conventional fruit flavour throughout the bag, the assortment combines three unusual flavour pairings:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePink lemonade\u003c\/strong\u003e – sweet, citrusy and refreshingly sharp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeach and starfruit\u003c\/strong\u003e – juicy peach sweetness with a brighter tropical edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCola and lime\u003c\/strong\u003e – familiar cola flavour lifted by lively citrus notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe different colours and flavour combinations make every handful more varied. One sweet may provide a sparkling lemonade-style tang, the next a softer tropical fruit taste and the next the unmistakable contrast of cola and lime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThey offer the same soft, foamy foundation found throughout the official \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swizzels.com\/sweets\/squashies\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eSquashies\u003c\/a\u003e range, but with a sour coating and more adventurous selection of flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThree Sour Flavours in One Bag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe appeal of Shooting Stars lies in variety. Rather than asking one flavour to sustain the entire bag, Swizzels has created three combinations with distinctly different personalities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePink lemonade\u003c\/strong\u003e balances sugary citrus flavour with a clean sour finish. It is bright, familiar and particularly well suited to the soft foam texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeach and starfruit\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a more tropical experience. Ripe peach notes provide sweetness and body, while starfruit introduces a lighter, tangier character that keeps the flavour lively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCola and lime\u003c\/strong\u003e combines mellow caramel-style cola notes with a sharper citrus lift. The lime prevents the cola flavour from becoming too sweet, producing a refreshing contrast with just enough acidity to make the taste buds sit up and pay attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Famous Soft and Foamy Squashies Texture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShooting Stars may look like gummy sweets, but their texture is much lighter than a conventional fruit gum. Each piece is soft, airy and gently chewy, compressing easily before gradually dissolving in the mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis foam-style consistency creates an appealing contrast with the tangy outer flavour. The initial sourness arrives quickly, while the soft centre slows the experience down and allows the fruit notes to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCustomers who enjoy jelly, foam and gummy confectionery can browse our wider collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sweetsshop.uk\/collections\/gummy-sweets\"\u003eGummy Sweets\u003c\/a\u003e for more shapes, textures and fruit flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA Cosmic Addition to the Squashies Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSquashies Shooting Stars are one of the more imaginative additions to the collection. While classic varieties reinterpret familiar British confectionery flavours, Shooting Stars venture into pink lemonade, starfruit and cola-lime territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe celestial shapes suit the more adventurous flavour selection beautifully. Each sweet resembles a small shooting star, complete with its trailing tail, turning an ordinary handful of sweets into something far more colourful and entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is confectionery with a theme, although fortunately no knowledge of astronomy is required. Simply identify the brightest-looking star and eat it before somebody else develops the same scientific interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSour Sweets with a Gentler Texture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany sour sweets rely on firm gummies, hard candy or an especially determined dusting of acidic sugar. Shooting Stars provide a softer alternative. They retain the tangy flavour sour sweet fans enjoy while surrounding it with the light, pillowy texture of Squashies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes them a strong choice for customers who enjoy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sweetsshop.uk\/collections\/sour-sweets\"\u003eSour Sweets\u003c\/a\u003e but prefer something softer than a traditional gummy or boiled sweet. The flavours are lively and noticeable, yet the foam centre keeps every bite smooth and pleasantly chewy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMade Without Artificial Colours\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSwizzels Squashies Shooting Stars are made without artificial colours. Their yellow, green, pink and cola-coloured appearance helps distinguish the different flavours while giving the bag a bright, cosmic look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSwizzels currently lists the product as suitable for coeliacs. The recipe contains gelatine, so these sweets should not be described as vegetarian or vegan. Ingredients and manufacturing information can change, however, so always read the label on the bag received when purchasing for allergies or specific dietary requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA 100g Shareable Bag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSquashies Shooting Stars are presented in a convenient 100g bag. The format is large enough to share during a film, journey or party while remaining compact enough to add to a sweet hamper, packed lunch or carefully guarded personal snack supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThey are ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily movie nights and television snacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirthday parties and celebration tables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleepovers and gaming sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicnics, journeys and days out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSour sweet hampers and gift boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding variety to a pick and mix selection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharing with friends, should generosity strike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our complete collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sweetsshop.uk\/collections\/bags-of-sweets\"\u003eBags of Sweets\u003c\/a\u003e for more branded sharing bags, family favourites and colourful confectionery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMade by Swizzels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShooting Stars are made by the company behind Drumstick, Love Hearts, Refreshers, Parma Violets and many other classic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sweetsshop.uk\/collections\/swizzels-sweets\"\u003eSwizzels Sweets\u003c\/a\u003e. The brand has a long history of transforming simple flavours and playful ideas into confectionery that becomes immediately recognisable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSquashies continue that tradition through their distinctive texture. Shooting Stars build on it further by introducing unusual paired flavours and one of the most imaginative shapes in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompare More Squashies Flavours\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf Shooting Stars appeal to you, several other Squashies varieties offer their own combinations of fruitiness, creaminess and tang:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sweetsshop.uk\/products\/swizzels-drumstick-squashies-original-raspberry-milk\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Raspberry \u0026amp; Milk Squashies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e recreate the famous Drumstick flavour in a soft foam sweet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sweetsshop.uk\/products\/swizzels-drumstick-squashies-sour-cherry-apple\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSour Cherry \u0026amp; Apple Squashies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e combine two bold fruit flavours with a tangy finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sweetsshop.uk\/products\/swizzels-squashies-tropical\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical Squashies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e feature exotic flavours and playful tropical shapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sweetsshop.uk\/products\/swizzels-squashies-cherry-cola-flavour-drumstick\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherry Cola Squashies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e pair rich cherry sweetness with familiar cola flavour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sweetsshop.uk\/products\/swizzels-squashies-love-hearts-mixed-fruit\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLove Hearts Mixed Fruit Squashies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e bring colourful fruit flavours to another iconic Swizzels name.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sweetsshop.uk\/collections\/squashies\"\u003eSquashies\u003c\/a\u003e collection to discover the latest flavours and find the variety most likely to disappear before the film has reached its opening credits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Swizzels Squashies Shooting Stars?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft and foamy sour sweets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFun shooting-star shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree imaginative flavour combinations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePink lemonade flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeach and starfruit flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCola and lime flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade without artificial colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListed by Swizzels as suitable for coeliacs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvenient 100g shareable bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for parties, films, journeys and sweet hampers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat flavours are in Squashies Shooting Stars?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bag contains three sour flavour combinations: pink lemonade, peach and starfruit, and cola and lime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAre Squashies Shooting Stars sour?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Shooting Stars are specifically made as a sour Squashies variety. They combine tangy fruit flavours with the range’s familiar soft and foamy texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat shape are Squashies Shooting Stars?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach sweet has a playful shooting-star design, including a rounded star and trailing tail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow large is the bag?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSwizzels Squashies Shooting Stars are supplied in a 100g shareable bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAre Squashies Shooting Stars vegetarian?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The current ingredient information includes gelatine, meaning the product is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAre Shooting Stars suitable for coeliacs?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSwizzels currently identifies Squashies Shooting Stars as suitable for coeliacs. Always check the packaging received because ingredients and suitability information may change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDo Shooting Stars contain artificial colours?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The product is made without artificial colours according to the current supplied information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow should Squashies be stored?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the bag in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat. Once opened, close it securely or transfer the sweets to an airtight container to preserve their soft texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy Swizzels Squashies Shooting Stars Online\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoft enough to squash, bright enough to enliven any sweet selection and sour enough to justify the expression that follows, Shooting Stars offer one of the most adventurous ways to enjoy the famous Squashies texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor pink lemonade, peach and starfruit, and cola and lime flavours in playful sour foam shapes, choose \u003cstrong\u003eSwizzels Squashies Shooting Stars\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Online Sweet Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56231374946689,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/2605\/4529\/files\/swizzels_squashies_shooting_stars.png?v=1788775860","url":"https:\/\/sweetsshop.uk\/products\/swizzels-squashies-shooting-stars","provider":"Online Sweet Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}