This is the Nippon Yell Gummy Hokkaidō Japanese Peppermint, made using peppermint from Takinoue-chō, Monbetsu-gun, Hokkaidō, accounting for 5.3% of the peppermint oil flavouring.
Each gummy had an opaque green hue, measured approximately 2 cm in diameter and 1 cm in height, with a clean, invigorating peppermint aroma. The surface was coated in fine sugar crystals, delivering an initial burst of sweetness, followed by a firm, elastic chew that yielded to a softer, gel-like core.
On tasting, a cooling sensation spread rapidly across the palate—refreshing but restrained. Unlike the biting intensity of menthol-heavy mints, this offered a clear, focused peppermint profile without evoking the artificiality or cloying sweetness often associated with spearmint-flavoured confections. The jelly centre introduced a pleasant roundness to the flavour, while the exterior contributed a light acidity in the finish, enhancing the clean mouthfeel. The lingering coolness in the aftertaste was particularly enjoyable.
For those generally averse to sugary mint lollies or sticky spearmint jellies, this stood apart—more akin to a well-balanced Mintie, but without the heaviness or excessive sweetness. A refreshingly distinct offering, and one worth repurchasing for its clean flavour and persistent cooling effect.
This Nippon Yell Gummy Hokkaidō Japanese Peppermint contained 40 g. It was produced in Japan and purchased in Sydney, Australia in 2024.