In sad news, Nestlé, the parent company of Allen’s Lollies Australia, has announced that fan-favourite chocolate Fantales will be discontinued by mid-July.
Known best for their bright yellow wrappers filled with fun Hollywood trivia and their unmatched ability to get stuck in your teeth, Fantales have been produced by Allen’s since 1930.
The iconic chocolate has been discontinued.
(Image: Allen’s)“We know our decision to stop making Fantales will be sad news for many people,” said Nestlé Oceania Confectionery General Manager Andrew Lawrey.
“Many of us grew up with Fantales and have fond memories of them. Despite the sense of nostalgia Fantales evoke, unfortunately people simply aren’t buying them as often as they used to,” added Lawrey.
Lawrey continued to state that the equipment required to produce Fantales was in need of “significant investment,” stating that “It’s become increasingly difficult to get the parts we need to maintain [the equipment], and with declining sales, replacing [the equipment] isn’t viable.”
Fantales were an iconic staple of movie theatre confectionary throughout Australia.
(Image: Nine)Fans took to social media to share their disappointment, with many offering scathing criticism over the decision to delete the iconic sweet treat from the Allen’s range.
“All the good [lollies are] gone and replaced by really ordinary alternatives like the ‘inspired by’ range – none of which taste that good. Time to start looking at other brands for a better range of nicer products. Goodbye childhood memories. Goodbye Allen’s,” wrote one fan.
“Getting rid of the great ones. What sorry excuse for a replacement are we getting?,” commented another.
The announcement also garnered the attention from famous fans of the chocolate, with comedian Kate Langbroek taking to The Project to share her thoughts, joking “How am I going to lose my fillings now? My dentist will be protesting this.”
The comedian also commented on Fantales unique packaging, saying “You can’t learn the trivia because the writing is so little and they pick people from 1848.”
The fan favourites will be missed.
(Image: Nine)Fantales enthusiasts also expressed their concern over the possibility that another Allen’s classic may soon be leaving the range, speculating that Minties may be the next to go.
Luckily, Nestlé Oceania’s Head of Corporate and External Relations Margaret Stuart told Today that Minties will not be going anywhere soon.
“We have invested in new equipment for Minties. It’s made just outside of Melbourne,” said Stuart.
Fantales are anticipated to be available in-store until mid-July, so be sure to grab a packet before they fly off the shelves forever.
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