1. What are sugar alcohols?
Sugar alcohols are a misnomer! Sugar alcohols (substitute sweeteners/ bulking agents) contain neither sugar nor alcohol. Sugar alcohols are part of the POLYOL category, and include sorbitol, mannitol, maltitol, isomalt, Polyglycitol , which is another name for HSH/ Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate and others. (Golightly uses Polyglycitol, which is produced by partial hydrolysis of corn.) Polyols are found in many sugar free foods and are slowly and not completely absorbed into the blood. Sugar alcohols contain fewer carbs and provide lower calories than regular sugar. HSH is derived from corn and can be safely used and enjoyed by diabetics and by those who need gluten-free foods. It can also be used by those on a low carb or low GI (Glycemic Index) diet.
2. What food allergens are in Golightly?
Golightly’s allergen statement for its chews as follows:
Manufactured on equipment that processes dairy, peanuts, walnuts, almond, pecan, nutmeg, soy protein, wheat and shrimp (glucosamine) products.
The allergen statement for starlight mints and salt water taffy as follows: “Manufactured in a facility that processes dairy, peanut, almond, walnut, pecan, nutmeg, soy protein, wheat and shrimp (glucosamine) products.”
Please know: Golightly produces its candy on equipment that is located in a plant that processes the items listed above. However, the candy does NOT come into direct contact with allergens.
There is no allergen warning on Golightly’s hard candy
3. How can I obtain nutrition and ingredient information on Golightly?
Click on each product image for nutrition and ingredient details.
4. Is Golightly sugar free candy Kosher?
Yes, the Golightly line is Kosher, and is under Kof-K supervision.
5. Is Golightly sugar free candy Gluten Free?
Yes, Golightly is Gluten Free, making it safe for Celiacs. Gluten is found in forms of wheat and Golightly candy does not use wheat, rye, oats or barley.
For more information about Celiac Disease and following a gluten-free diet, visit www.gluten.net and www.livingwithout.com.
6. Does the Golightly line contain Trans Fats?
Golightly contains no trans fats.
7. What is the shelf life of Golightly peg bags? How do you read the date code on the back of the bag?
Golightly is good for 2 years. The 4 digit code on the back of the bag, called the Julian Date Code, is as follows: For example: 6030 means that the candy was manufactured in the year of 2006 (6) on the 30th day of the year (030). First number represents the year, the next three numbers represent the day of the year the candy was manufactured. The candy is good from 2 years from this date.
8. Do you sell candy directly to consumers?
9. Does Golightly take part in trade shows?
Yes, you can see Golightly at several trade shows throughout the year including the All Candy Expo/ Chicago, The Fancy Food Show/ NY, All Things Organic/ Chicago, ISM/ Cologne, Germany and Sweets China/ Shanghai. Click our “NEWS” button to obtain show dates and booth number information for upcoming shows.
10. With all the sugar free products available in the market, why should we buy Golightly?
Golightly is one of the oldest sugar free candy companies in America and we have years of experience in this segment of the market. Sugar free has always been, and will always be, our main business. An important difference between Golightly and the competition is Golightly just tastes better! Why? Golightly sweetens with Splenda ® the revolutionary no-calorie sweetener. There are other sweeteners like Aspartame, Saccharin, Acesulfame-K and Stevia, but Splenda is the safest, with no known side effects. It has no aftertaste, is neither toxic nor carcinogenic, and has no effect on carbohydrate metabolism. It is safe for diabetics. For detailed information on Splenda, please visit www.splenda.com
Golightly... It just tastes better!
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