throat-soothing and palate-pleasing, these candies date back to 1930, but they have many current fans, including former president clinton. made with glycerin and vitamin c, they satisfy a sweet tooth, moisten a dry mouth, and can even ward off colds. they contain a high quality glycerin which helps keep the mouth and throat moist, protected, and soothed. agar-agar (derived from dulse) lends the pastille their silky consistency while the natural extracts of fruit give grether`s pastilles their great taste. before the pastilles are packaged into the classic gold grether`s tins, they must be allowed to ripen for three months. grether`s pastilles are recommended for hoarseness, sore throats, croaky voice and dry mouth. people who have to use their voice a lot, e.g. through singing or extensive talking, benefit particularly from the calming, soothing and nourishing effect of grether`s pastilles.