FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Lyle’s Golden Syrup contain sugar?
Yes, golden syrup is made in the process of refining sugar cane.
Do any of the Lyle’s products contain nuts?
All Lyle’s Syrups are nut free. Lyle’s range of Flapjacks and Snack Bars may contain nuts.
Do any of the Lyle’s products contain gluten?
All Lyle’s Syrups are gluten free. Lyle’s range of Flapjacks and Snack Bars contain gluten.
Do any of the Lyle’s products contain milk?
Lyle’s Chocolate Flavour Dessert Syrup contains skimmed milk powder and sweetened condensed milk. No other Lyle’s Syrups contain milk or milk derivatives. Lyle’s range of Flapjacks and Snack Bars contain milk.
Do any of the Lyle’s products contain fish oil or gelatin?
No Lyle’s products contain fish oil or gelatin.
Do any of the Lyle’s products contain ‘E’ numbers?
Lyle’s Golden Syrup and Lyle’s Black Treacle are natural ingredients and contain no ‘E’ numbers. Only in Lyle’s Dessert Syrup – Strawberry flavour have we added E330 (citric acid) to achieve the correct consistency and to improve flavour. Citric acid is a naturally occurring organic acid found in many fruits especially oranges, lemons and limes. It helps in the breakdown of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins.
Do any of the Lyle’s products contain Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)?
No Lyle’s products contain MSG.
Are the Lyle’s products suitable for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, all Lyle’s Syrups, range of Flapjacks and Snack Bats are suitable for vegetarians. All Lyle’s products are suitable for vegans except Lyle’s Dessert Syrup – Chocolate flavour, which contains skimmed milk powder and sweetened condensed milk, and Lyle’s range of Flapjacks and Snack Bars which contains milk.
Are Lyle’s products Kosher?
Lyle’s Syrups hold Kosher Certification. The London Beth Din audits our premises and production procedures annually and issues certification on the basis of this audit. Lyle’s range of Flapjacks and Snack Bars are not Kosher.
Are Lyle’s products Halal?
Lyle’s Syrups hold Halal Certification. Lyle’s range of Flapjacks and Snack Bars are not Halal.
Are Lyle’s products fat free and cholesterol free?
Lyle’s Syrups are fat and cholesterol free except Lyle’s Dessert Syrup – Chocolate flavour, which contains 6% fat. Lyle’s range of Flapjacks and Snack Bars are not fat and cholesterol free.
Are Lyle’s products GM free?
Yes, all Lyle’s products are GM free.
I am pregnant/breast feeding, should I avoid any Lyle’s products?
All Lyle’s products comply with the highest food standards. For any dietary considerations please consult with a health professional.
Lyle’s Golden Syrup has a best before end (BBE) date – does it go off?
It is recommended all Lyle’s Golden Syrups be consumed within three months of opening. Over time pressure can build up in the tin in the space between the syrup and the lid, therefore it is not advisable to use these products if they are past their best before date.