Spring and summer are the best times of year for products launching. Whether that food or drink there’s something brand new that is hitting the stores right now.
This sensational food and exciting drinks update is for those who like to try unusual flavours, sample unique products, or simply want to be adventurous. There’s a little bit of everything from wines and spirits, to soft drinks and gut health shots. Plus, savoury and sweet foods, with a few treats thrown in for good measure, including a cookbook.
So, sit back and relax while we showcase some new food and drinks produce to you.
Sensational Food
Rude Health, Maple Pecan Granola
Brand new granola from Rude Health that’s absolutely delicious! Maple Pecan Granola that is packed with fibre and made with only all-natural kitchen cupboard ingredients. Consists of buttery, roasted pecans and Canadian maple syrup. Equally as tasty as a dessert, not just for breakfast! Rude Health also produce a wide selection of other cereals, muesli, oats, crackers and drinks. Visit Rude Health for stockist and pricing info.
Strong Roots, Plant-based Burgers & Fries
Summer burgers from Strong Roots are set to take centre stage at BBQ’s. Including, The Pumpkin & Spinach and The Kale & Quinoa! The pumpkin, spinach and mixed vegetables in a puffed quinoa coating are sweet and packed with goodness. Uniquely, the kale, quinoa, and mixed veggies are full of fibre and low in sugar and saturated fat. Priced at £3.30 (pack of 4 burgers), from Waitrose, Ocado and other supermarkets. Keep an eye out for the brand-new Crinkle Cut Fries, available in selected stores.
Even More Exciting Food
Maldon Salt, Himalayan Pink Salt
Chef’s favourite Maldon Salt recently launched a variation on their sea salt flavours. The selection includes, Chilli, Garlic, Himalayan Pink, Kalahari, and Smoked Salts. Therefore, if you’re looking to spice things up in the kitchen to classic recipes, for summer BBQ’s, or to create cocktails Maldon Salt has got your covered. Available from Amazon, Ocado, Morrisons and soon to launch in Asda. Priced around £3.50 each.
trüfrü, Hyper-Chilled Fruit in Chocolate
Meet your new favourite snack! Trüfrü has launched strawberries hyper-chilled in white and milk chocolate, raspberries hyper-chilled in white and dark chocolate, and pineapple (piña colada) hyper-chilled in white chocolate and coconut. Furthermore, the fruit is picked ripe, immersed in two layers of chocolate, is gluten free, has no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives. In addition, they are only 80-92 calories per portion. Available from Tesco and Waitrose, priced at £5 (227g).
More Sensational Food
Häagen-Dazs, Pierre Hermé Macaron Ice Cream and Chocolate/Salted Caramel Bites
Just launched, two new Häagen-Dazs X Pierre Hermé Macaron flavours, introducing Vanilla & Blueberry and Yuzu Lemon. Plus, the new Häagen-Dazs Salted Caramel & Chocolate Bites are the ideal bite-sized portion to satisfy any sweet tooth. Yes, to all these summer treats! Both are priced between £5-£5.40, and available from Sainsbury’s.
SURREAL, Healthy Cereal, Choc Hazelnut
The newly launched Choc Hazelnut from SURREAL is packed with 14g protein, 7g carbs, 0g sugar, and is gluten free. Notably, they are delicious from the moment they touch your lips! Moreover, this cereal tastes just like chocolate hazelnut spread, the one you like on pancakes. Available from Surreal, priced at £24 (bundle of 4 boxes – mix and match flavours).
Lazy Day, Chocolate Orange Tiffin
Try Lazy Day’s signature chocolate tiffin slices with an orange twist. Firstly, they are made with real Belgian dark chocolate, gluten-free shortbread, and succulent sultanas, and flavoured with natural orange oil. Secondly, they are egg-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly. Thirdly, they’re perfect for everyone, whether you have dietary restrictions or not. Available from Ocado and Lazy Day Foods. Also, priced at £2.80.
Fearne & Rosie, Jams
The Great Taste Award-winning spreads are made with whole fruits and have 70% more fruit and 40% less sugar than standard jams. Moreover, jams include, Blackcurrant, Cherry, Strawberry, Superberry, and they are about to launch a new Raspberry flavour, into Ocado in June. Currently available from Fearne & Rosie, priced at £3.20 (300g). Fearne & Rosie can also personalise a jar!
Exciting Drinks
MOJU, Energy & Gut Health Drinks
Famed for their fiery all-natural health-boosters, MOJU are functional shot pioneers, and their latest editions include the Hot Mango Immunity and Extra Strength Ginger. Not to mention, they freshest way to boost your daily nutrition. Available from Ocado, Amazon Fresh, Asda, Co-Op, Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, Whole Foods, and of course, MOJU.
Trewithen Dairy, Cream, Butter, Milk & Yoghurt
Cornish brand, Trewithen Dairy produces a full range of bottled milks, PDO Cornish clotted cream, butter, and yoghurt. Everything at Trewithen Dairy is done with positive purpose, from the standards its farmers meet to produce milk for the brand through to the delicious end products people enjoy every day. In essence, this is delicious dairy, done right! Additionally, the Trewithen Dairy range can be found in Ocado, Waitrose, Tesco, ASDA, and SPAR. Visit Trewithen Dairy to find out more.
BetterYou, Magnesium Water
BetterYou Magnesium waters are available in three varieties; Hydrate (citrus & botanicals), Energy (pomegranate & rhubarb) and Focus (blueberry & mint). These delicious drinks contain a triple-blend of magnesium to maximise absorption in the body. Equally, they include, magnesium citrate, magnesium bisglycinate and magnesium derived from Irish sea water. Moreover, they provide 180mg (50% of the government’s recommended daily intake) of elemental magnesium. Priced at £1.99 per can, from BetterYou.
Belvoir Farm, 40th Anniversary
Leicestershire-based soft drinks company Belvoir Farm has teamed up with GBBO finalist Josh Smalley to celebrate 40 years of its elderflower harvest and cordial this June. Josh, is helping the soft drinks company mark their milestone birthday with the creation sensational food by way of a special elderflower-themed cake and afternoon tea menu that celebrates the delicate white flower at the heart of Belvoir Farm. Additionally, visit Belvoir Farm to find out more.
More Exciting Drinks
Trivento, Reserve White Malbec 2023
An innovate blanc de noirs created by the leaders of Malbec – Trivento. Light, refreshing crisp green apple delight the palate with juicy cherry and raspberry notes that Malbec is famous for. Trivento is a Certified B Corporation. Available from Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Morrisons, Ocado and more. Priced at £8.50.
Rozél, Rosé Vodka
Rozél Rosé Vodka – one of the UK’s first premium blush vodka brands – is inspired by the delicately fruity flavours of Côtes de Provence rosé wine. A vodka for rosé lovers. Additionally, this triple-distilled premium spirit is combined with natural fruit extracts for notes of juicy raspberries and white peach with a hint of bitter pink grapefruit. Equally, perfect with raspberry and rose lemonade, or simply with tonic. Available from Ocado, Master of Malt, Amazon, Harvey Nichols and more. Priced between £24-£30 (700ml / 37.5% ABV).
More Drinks
1000 Stories, Zinfandel
America’s bourbon barrel-aged wine, 1000 Stories is finished in charred barrels that once housed fine Kentucky bourbon. Each batch of 1000 Stories Zinfandel brings distinct notes of blackberry, spice and vanilla that deepen alongside char, smoke and caramel. Furthermore, each hand-selected lot is an expression of originality-a boldly spirited pursuit of doing things differently. Priced at £15 per bottle, from Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, Asda, 1000 Stories and other outlets.
Berry Bros & Rudd, Classic ‘Single Malt Whiskies’ Range
The UK’s oldest wine and spirits merchant, Berry Bros. & Rudd, has refreshed its popular range of ‘Classic Single Malt Whiskies’. The Classic Range showcases the essence of various regions and distinct cask styles, each whisky is chosen by Spirits Curator Felix Dear, for its enduring quality. They are then aged in their own casks to their exact specifications. Featuring, Speyside Sherry Cask 12 Year Old, Speyside Traditional Cask 16 Year Old, Islay Traditional Cask, and Irish Reserve. Available from Berry Bros. & Rudd and various retailers.
Brilliant Cookbook
Sandro Farmhouse, Good Vibes Baking: Bakes To Make Your Soul Shine and Your Taste Buds Sing
Having won the hearts of millions during his time in The Great British Bake Off tent, Sandro is on a mission to share his love of baking in this indulgent and uplifting cookbook. A firm believer in the positive, mood-boosting, and therapeutic effects of home baking, Sandro encourages you to loosen up, pick up the whisk, and let your creativity flow to make sensational food. Above all else, the cook book features over 75 recipes, and is available to buy now from Waterstones. RRP £20.
Sensational Food & Exciting Drinks Update – Words by Rachel McAlley
