Pastiglie Leone in Turin

Pastiglie Leone are small candies and sugar pastilles created in Turin in 1857 and still produced today according to traditional confectionery recipes. They are famous for their classic flavors—such as violet, cinnamon, liquorice, anise, and mint—and for their delicate texture that slowly melts in the mouth. A distinctive feature is their iconic illustrated retro-style tins, often decorated with floral motifs, animals, or graphics inspired by the 19th century. Small, elegant, and light, they combine sweetness and design in an object that is easy to carry with you.

Pastiglie Leone represent a rare continuity of Turin’s confectionery tradition, connected to the city’s long history of candy-making and chocolate production. The brand is one of the oldest in Italy in this sector and still maintains an image strongly tied to the aesthetics and taste of the 19th century. The illustrated tins have become almost design objects, recognizable and collectible. In this way, the product brings together gastronomy, historical graphic design, and the city’s industrial heritage.