Once known as medicine, now a beloved treat

This sweet helped put a Yorkshire town on the map. Pontefract cakes were named after the town of Pontefract in North Yorkshire, which has been famous for liquorice production since the 1600s. The name cake refers to the old-fashioned meaning of a compressed disc or tablet. They are chewy discs of black liquorice. They were initially created as a medicinal remedy before evolving into a beloved treat. Each piece is made from rich liquorice and stamped with the iconic Pontefract Castle emblem, delivering a flavour that's both timeless and distinctive. Pick up yours in-store or online at Giant Bradley’s.