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Doughlicious adds chocolate raspberry flavour to core range
Snacking brand Doughlicious has announced the launch of its new ‘Chocolate Raspberry Cookie Dough & Gelato Bites’.
Available from 28 October in Tesco stores and online via Ocado, a pack of six bites will retail at £5.
Each bite is just 96 calories and features chocolate cookie dough wrapped around fresh gelato, which is then dusted in freeze-dried raspberry and chocolate cookie crumbs.
Made from oats, Doughlicious products are naturally gluten free and manufactured in a site in London powered by renewable energy.
In addition to the new launch, the brand’s range includes chocolate chip, chocolate truffle, mint chocolate chip and cinnamon churro flavoured bites, while it is stocked by Tesco, Waitrose, Morrisons, Whole Foods Market, Costco, Ocado and Zapp.
Dell’Ugo and THIS partner on plant-based ravioli
Pasta brand Dell’Ugo has collaborated with plant-based food company THIS to launch two fresh filled ravioli products.
The ‘Dell’Ugo THIS Isn’t Bacon & Cheese Ravioli’ and ‘Dell’Ugo THIS Isn’t Chicken & Pesto Ravioli’ lines are both vegan and available now in Morrisons and via the Dell’Ugo website.
Made with THIS’ meat-free bacon and chicken alternatives and pasta manufactured by Ugo Foods, the company behind the Dell’Ugo brand, the launch aims to tap into the market for plant-based products in the UK.
It also represents the first move into plant-based meat alternatives by Dell’Ugo, which already offers a range of vegan lines spanning pasta, gnocchi, bread and sauces.
Ugo Foods CEO Sophia Cooke commented: “We have been active in the Vegan world for a number of years and were the first to launch fresh filled plant based vegan pasta. Over the years we have been actively looking for a viable meat alternative that delivers.
“THIS came onto our radar and we have been blown away, not just by their products, but also their can-do attitude. They have been an exciting and super positive team to work with, so we look forward to more launches in this innovative category.”
Xander Fletcher, out of home controller at THIS, added: “We’re ecstatic about this partnership with leading pasta brand Dell’Ugo, not least because they’ve been absolutely incredible to work with and are true masters of their craft, but also because the final products taste sublime and prove that you can easily switch out meat and not compromise on flavour. These are going to fly off the shelves so fingers crossed we can work on more exciting products with the Ugo family.”
Glebe Farm launches Tea-rrific oat drink
Glebe Farm Foods has launched PureOaty ‘Tea-rrific’ – a new oat drink designed to be enjoyed with tea.
Tea is the leading use of milk in the UK, but research has shown that wider adoption of milk alternatives in tea has been hindered by fears over their taste and appearance.
After extensive development, “oat experts” at Glebe Farm Foods believe they have perfected the gluten-free recipe, addressing taste, colour and stability, while also ensuring that it does not split once poured.
Tea-rrific has been blind tested on 120 consumers, with 74% reporting that they enjoyed the “smooth tea experience”. Furthermore, 75% said it maintained the rich tea colour and 79% said they would be purchasing Tea-rrific for themselves.
Philip Rayner, owner and managing director of Glebe Farm Foods, said: “We're incredibly proud to introduce 'Tea-rrific' to the market. We saw a clear need for a high-quality, plant-based alternative that could truly enhance the tea-drinking experience.
“Our team has worked tirelessly to perfect this product, and we believe it will set a new standard for oat drinks in tea. With Tea-rrific, we're not just offering an alternative; we're offering a superior choice that caters to all tea lovers, including those with gluten sensitivities.”
Available from 21 October in Morrisons, Tea-rrific will retail at £2.09.
Reese’s ‘fast break’ bar available now
The Reese’s brand has expanded its UK portfolio with the launch of the ‘Reese’s Fast Break’ bar.
Made with a combination of nougat and peanut butter, wrapped in a milk chocolate-flavour coating, the 51g bar is available now in all major wholesalers and independent retail stores across the UK at a RRP of £1.15.
Manufactured by The Hershey Company in the US, Reese’s is one of the fastest growing brands in the symbols and independents sector with sales increasing by more than 25% in the last year.
“We are excited to bring the Reese’s Fast Break bar to the UK, offering a new way to enjoy the beloved combination of peanut butter and chocolate flavours, now enhanced with soft nougat,” said Jackson Hitchon, general manager of Europe and World travel retail at Hershey’s.
“At Hershey, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative, delicious products that meet evolving consumer tastes. Our Reese’s Fast Break bar is perfect for UK consumers seeking both indulgence and on-the-go convenience.”
Black Tot unveils new rum blend
Black Tot Rum has unveiled a new permanent addition to its range – ‘Historic Solera Rum’.
The launch is a blend of rums from Guyana, Barbados and Jamaica, and is made using a traditional method to honour the sherry bodegas from which their historic solera casks originated.
According to Black Tot, this is the first time a blend of rums from these countries has been produced using a traditional solera process.
Available through selected retailers from late October, the rum is 46.2% ABV and will retail at £64.95.
Oliver Chilton, master blender of Black Tot Rum, commented: “Historic Solera started life as a passion project. We sought to elevate our Black Tot rum blend with the richer, dark fruit notes associated with sherry, but traditional finishing methods fell short. After visiting Jerez, I fell in love with solera blending and the regular movement between the layers helped create consistency.
“We’ve achieved a seamless integration of flavours. I am so pleased with what we have created in Historic Solera and look forward to sharing it with the world.”
