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Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
All the dupes for your favourite products being discontinued this year – can you tell the difference?
Scroll to see the copycat items you need to add to your food cupboards SWAP SHOP All the dupes for your favourite products being discontinued this year – can you tell the difference? Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EVERYONE has favourite food and drinks that are on their shopping lists week after week. However, food brands are continually changing lines and sometimes decide to suddenly axe products altogether. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 9 We reveal the dupes for some of the most-missed products on your shelves It can be hugely disappointing when you find that your go-to comfort drink or grub has been removed from the shelves. Already this year, brands have confirmed the end of plenty of much-loved lines. The companies often blame the changing tastes of customers, meaning that the line may not have been popular enough to continue. However, in many cases there are rival brands offering similar items. So we have hunted down copycat items for items for some of the favourites that are disappearing from shelves. Here's where you should be swapping... Twinings No22 Dark Caramel Tea 9 Twinings has got rid of its dark caramel tea The tea brand has retired its much-loved No22 Dark Caramel Tea. The dark caramel tea was described as a luxurious black tea blend infused with the rich, indulgent flavours of toffee and golden syrup. Brewed in three minutes, it is best enjoyed black or with a splash of milk, including hazelnut milk for an extra creamy finish. The product's was confirmed as finished after a customer asked Twining's on social media where it had gone. In response, the brand said: "Hi there! We're so sorry to let you know our Dark Caramel (No22) is no longer available as it has been discontinued and we've sold through all our remaining stock. "Our apologies for any disappointment caused." Anyone else who is upset about the tea's departure could give Yorkshire Tea Caramelised Biscuit Brew a go instead. 9 Yorkshire Tea has a caramelised biscuit brew tea Credit: Sainsburys The drink is sold in Sainsbury's for £2.50 for a box of 40. It has the same caramel flavours, and customers have left some glowing reviews. One describes the drink as "absolutely delicious". Another adds says its their "go to tea bag" and "tasty to say the least". Alpen light cereal bars 9 Alpen Light summer fruits has been axed Alpen cereal bars have now permanently disappeared from supermarket shelves. The snack, usually topped with chocolate or yogurt, has been a staple for many Brits. The treat was low in calories so many relied it when following selected diets. However, the brand confirmed it had gone when approached by The Sun. A spokesperson said: "As part of our focus on long term growth and simplifying the business, we made the decision to discontinue Alpen bars in 2024. "This change enabled us to redeploy our teams toward our most valuable products, supporting the continued growth of our core operations." For anyone looking for a replacement option could try Kellogg's Special K Red Berry Cereal Bars. 9 Special K red berry bars could work as an alternative to Alpen Credit: Ocado These snacks can be found for £1.35 for a box of six in Ocado. Like Alpen, they're low in calories coming in at 83 calories a bar. The snack is also a source of vitamin B3, vitamin B6, as well as vitamin B9. One reviewer says, "These are not bad. Like a berry granola or muesli bar dipped in a vanilla layer." Another says the item is "delicious". Branston chutneys 9 Branston is getting rid of its chutney range to focus on pickles Credit: Amazon Branston has discontinued its chutney range, letting down fans who loved the condiment in sandwiches and as a dip. Instead the brand is focusing on its better-known pickles. Pickles and chutneys are both made from preserved vegetables but chutneys tend to be cooked to a softer consistency, while pickles are crunchier. One fan said on social media: "I'm just about to open my last jar. Can't find it anywhere now.' Food manufacturer Mizkan, which owns Branston, said: 'We can confirm our Mediterranean tomato chutney has been discontinued. 'It was part of a small range of chutneys including orchard fruit and caramelised onion. 'Due to rising costs and retailers reducing ranges we made the decision to stop production earlier last year. 'Our core range of Branston pickle, with over 100 years of history, remains our key focus and continues to be a family favourite.' Anyone upset about the change could head to Tesco or its tomato chutney. 9 Tesco sells a chutney which has a lot of fans Credit: Tesco A jar of the chutney comes in at a reasonable £1.40. And customers have left lots of happy reviews of the product. One says: "We love this so much, so tomatoey and not overly sweet like some chutneys. "Great in sandwiches on a cheeseboard, add a dollop to your gravy, the uses are endless. We even prefer this to ketchup on top of a burger, so, so good." Another adds: "Very nice and versatile chutney. "Nothing too complicated but nice overall taste that livens up a sandwich and can be added to pasta sauce ) and most probably other dishes) Just the right amount of heat without being overwhelming. This is a repeat purchase for me." Cadbury Frys coffee cream bars 9 Cadbury dropped the limited edition Fry's coffee cream flavour just two years treat after introducing it in the summer of 2023. A spokesperson told The Sun: "We continuously adapt our product range to ensure it meets changing tastes whilst supporting growth for our customers and our business. 'Our Fry's Coffee Cream multi-packs were introduced as a limited-edition product in summer 2023 for fans to enjoy while stocks lasted. "They have since been discontinued but we still have plenty of other delicious Fry's products for consumers to choose from, including Fry's Chocolate Cream and Fry's Peppermint Cream Multipacks." But you are yearning for a a chocolate coffee flavour since the bar was pulled, you could go try Cadbury's Dairy Milk iced latte flavour. 9 Turn to Cadbury for your chocolate coffee fix Credit: Cadburys The sweet treat is a mixture of milk chocolate with smooth coffee flavoured cream and digestive biscuits pieces. The chocolate bar has been posted online and many chocolate fans are keen to give it a try. Many have said they "can't wait" to try the new edition. However, this is also a limited-edition flavour so if you try it and like it, you may want to stock up on a few bars as it's not set to be around for ever. You can currently find it in Morrisons for £1.75.
The Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
All the dupes for your favourite products being discontinued this year – can you tell the difference?
EVERYONE has favourite food and drinks that are on their shopping lists week after week. However, food brands are continually changing lines and sometimes decide to suddenly axe products altogether. 9 It can be hugely disappointing when you find that your go-to comfort drink or grub has been removed from the shelves. Already this year, brands have confirmed the end of plenty of much-loved lines. The companies often blame the changing tastes of customers, meaning that the line may not have been popular enough to continue. However, in many cases there are rival brands offering similar items. So we have hunted down copycat items for items for some of the favourites that are disappearing from shelves. Here's where you should be swapping... Twinings No22 Dark Caramel Tea 9 The dark caramel tea was described as a luxurious black tea blend infused with the rich, indulgent flavours of toffee and golden syrup. Brewed in three minutes, it is best enjoyed black or with a splash of milk, including hazelnut milk for an extra creamy finish. The product's was confirmed as finished after a customer asked Twining's on social media where it had gone. In response, the brand said: "Hi there! We're so sorry to let you know our Dark Caramel (No22) is no longer available as it has been discontinued and we've sold through all our remaining stock. "Our apologies for any disappointment caused." Anyone else who is upset about the tea's departure could give Yorkshire Tea Caramelised Biscuit Brew a go instead. The drink is sold in Sainsbury's for £2.50 for a box of 40. It has the same caramel flavours, and customers have left some glowing reviews. One describes the drink as "absolutely delicious". Another adds says its their "go to tea bag" and "tasty to say the least". Alpen light cereal bars 9 Alpen cereal bars have now permanently disappeared from supermarket shelves. The snack, usually topped with chocolate or yogurt, has been a staple for many Brits. The treat was low in calories so many relied it when following selected diets. However, the brand confirmed it had gone when approached by The Sun. A spokesperson said: "As part of our focus on long term growth and simplifying the business, we made the decision to discontinue Alpen bars in 2024. "This change enabled us to redeploy our teams toward our most valuable products, supporting the continued growth of our core operations." For anyone looking for a replacement option could try Kellogg's Special K Red Berry Cereal Bars. These snacks can be found for £1.35 for a box of six in Ocado. Like Alpen, they're low in calories coming in at 83 calories a bar. The snack is also a source of vitamin B3, vitamin B6, as well as vitamin B9. One reviewer says, "These are not bad. Like a berry granola or muesli bar dipped in a vanilla layer." Another says the item is "delicious". Branston chutneys Branston has discontinued its chutney range, letting down fans who loved the condiment in sandwiches and as a dip. Instead the brand is focusing on its better-known pickles. Pickles and chutneys are both made from preserved vegetables but chutneys tend to be cooked to a softer consistency, while pickles are crunchier. One fan said on social media: "I'm just about to open my last jar. Can't find it anywhere now.' Food manufacturer Mizkan, which owns Branston, said: 'We can confirm our Mediterranean tomato chutney has been discontinued. 'It was part of a small range of chutneys including orchard fruit and caramelised onion. 'Due to rising costs and retailers reducing ranges we made the decision to stop production earlier last year. 'Our core range of Branston pickle, with over 100 years of history, remains our key focus and continues to be a family favourite.' Anyone upset about the change could head to Tesco or its tomato chutney. A jar of the chutney comes in at a reasonable £1.40. And customers have left lots of happy reviews of the product. One says: "We love this so much, so tomatoey and not overly sweet like some chutneys. "Great in sandwiches on a cheeseboard, add a dollop to your gravy, the uses are endless. We even prefer this to ketchup on top of a burger, so, so good." Another adds: "Very nice and versatile chutney. "Nothing too complicated but nice overall taste that livens up a sandwich and can be added to pasta sauce ) and most probably other dishes) Just the right amount of heat without being overwhelming. This is a repeat purchase for me." Cadbury Frys coffee cream bars 9 Cadbury dropped the limited edition Fry's coffee cream flavour just two years treat after introducing it in the summer of 2023. A spokesperson told The Sun: "We continuously adapt our product range to ensure it meets changing tastes whilst supporting growth for our customers and our business. 'Our Fry's Coffee Cream multi-packs were introduced as a limited-edition product in summer 2023 for fans to enjoy while stocks lasted. "They have since been discontinued but we still have plenty of other delicious Fry's products for consumers to choose from, including Fry's Chocolate Cream and Fry's Peppermint Cream Multipacks." But you are yearning for a a chocolate coffee flavour since the bar was pulled, you could go try Cadbury's Dairy Milk iced latte flavour. The sweet treat is a mixture of milk chocolate with smooth coffee flavoured cream and digestive biscuits pieces. The chocolate bar has been posted online and many chocolate fans are keen to give it a try. Many have said they "can't wait" to try the new edition. However, this is also a limited-edition flavour so if you try it and like it, you may want to stock up on a few bars as it's not set to be around for ever. You can currently find it in Morrisons for £1.75. Why are products axed or recipes changed? ANALYSIS by chief consumer reporter James Flanders. Food and drinks makers have been known to tweak their recipes or axe items altogether. They often say that this is down to the changing tastes of customers. There are several reasons why this could be done. For example, government regulation, like the "sugar tax," forces firms to change their recipes. Some manufacturers might choose to tweak ingredients to cut costs. They may opt for a cheaper alternative, especially when costs are rising to keep prices stable. For example, Tango Cherry disappeared from shelves in 2018. It has recently returned after six years away but as a sugar-free version. Fanta removed sweetener from its sugar-free alternative earlier this year. Suntory tweaked the flavour of its flagship Lucozade Original and Orange energy drinks. While the amount of sugar in every bottle remains unchanged, the supplier swapped out the sweetener aspartame for sucralose.
Scottish Sun
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Yorkshire Tea launches brand new cuppa flavour based off classic British dessert and shoppers are divided
It's not the first time the flavour has been added to tea bags DRINK UP Yorkshire Tea launches brand new cuppa flavour based off classic British dessert and shoppers are divided Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) YORKSHIRE Tea has unveiled a brand new tea bag flavour inspired by a classic British dessert, but shoppers are divided. Shoppers at Morrisons can now pick up a box of 40 Cherry Bakewell Brew teabags for £2.50. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Yorkshire Tea isn't the first to experiment with Cherry Bakewell-flavoured brews Credit: Taylors of Harrogate Taylors of Harrogate, the maker of Yorkshire Tea, describes the tea as offering a sweet, jammy, and almondy loveliness. It's inspired by the classic British cherry Bakewell - a shortcrust pastry filled with jam and almond-flavoured frangipane, topped with icing and a glacé cherry. Responding to the launch of the new flavour on Instagram one shopper described it as "interesting". Another said: "I was gutted when they stopped doing toast and jam tea… "Hopefully this will be as good!" A third said: "Can't wait to try this - loved the Caramelised Biscuit Brew!" However not everyone is impressed. Another shopper said: "Dear god no. Not cherry." Yorkshire Tea isn't the first to experiment with Cherry Bakewell-flavoured brews. Twinings previously offered a Cherry Bakewell-flavoured green tea. Scots scientists create world's first AI-powered robot that can search your kitchen for mugs & make cup of coffee In other news, Twinings axed its much-loved No22 Dark Caramel Tea in May. Dark Caramel Tea was described as a luxurious black tea blend infused with the rich, indulgent flavours of toffee and golden syrup. Brewed in just three minutes, it is best enjoyed black or with a splash of milk, including hazelnut milk for an extra creamy finish. This isn't the only tea flavour Twinings has discontinued in recent months. In October, the iconic tea brand also retired its Inner Strength teabags. After learning of its discontinuation, one fan wrote on X: "That's a shame. It was a thing of beauty." The same user had previously quizzed the brand on where the teabags had gone, typing: "@TwiningsUK hello there. Do you still sell the inner strength tea bags please. "I can't seem to find them anywhere anymore." To this, a spokesperson confirmed: "We're sorry to let you know that our Inner Strength has been discontinued and we have sold through all our remaining stock." It came shortly after a popular Yorkshire Tea product was also axed - Toast and Jam teabags. The gradual phase-out of the comforting brew left customers desperately scrambling for one last box.
The Sun
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Yorkshire Tea launches brand new cuppa flavour based off classic British dessert and shoppers are divided
YORKSHIRE Tea has unveiled a brand new tea bag flavour inspired by a classic British dessert, but shoppers are divided. Shoppers at Morrisons can now pick up a box of 40 Cherry Bakewell Brew teabags for £2.50. Taylors of Harrogate, the maker of Yorkshire Tea, describes the tea as offering a sweet, jammy, and almondy loveliness. It's inspired by the classic British cherry Bakewell - a shortcrust pastry filled with jam and almond-flavoured frangipane, topped with icing and a glacé cherry. Responding to the launch of the new flavour on Instagram one shopper described it as "interesting". Another said: "I was gutted when they stopped doing toast and jam tea… "Hopefully this will be as good!" However not everyone is impressed. Another shopper said: "Dear god no. Not cherry." Yorkshire Tea isn't the first to experiment with Cherry Bakewell-flavoured brews. Twinings previously offered a Cherry Bakewell-flavoured green tea. Scots scientists create world's first AI-powered robot that can search your kitchen for mugs & make cup of coffee In other news, Twinings axed its much-loved No22 Dark Caramel Tea in May. Dark Caramel Tea was described as a luxurious black tea blend infused with the rich, indulgent flavours of toffee and golden syrup. Brewed in just three minutes, it is best enjoyed black or with a splash of milk, including hazelnut milk for an extra creamy finish. This isn't the only tea flavour Twinings has discontinued in recent months. In October, the iconic tea brand also retired its Inner Strength teabags. After learning of its discontinuation, one fan wrote on X: "That's a shame. It was a thing of beauty." The same user had previously quizzed the brand on where the teabags had gone, typing: "@TwiningsUK hello there. Do you still sell the inner strength tea bags please. "I can't seem to find them anywhere anymore." To this, a spokesperson confirmed: "We're sorry to let you know that our Inner Strength has been discontinued and we have sold through all our remaining stock." It came shortly after a popular Yorkshire Tea product was also axed - Toast and Jam teabags. The gradual phase-out of the comforting brew left customers desperately scrambling for one last box. Why are products axed or recipes changed? ANALYSIS by chief consumer reporter James Flanders. Food and drinks makers have been known to tweak their recipes or axe items altogether. They often say that this is down to the changing tastes of customers. There are several reasons why this could be done. For example, government regulation, like the "sugar tax," forces firms to change their recipes. Some manufacturers might choose to tweak ingredients to cut costs. They may opt for a cheaper alternative, especially when costs are rising to keep prices stable. For example, Tango Cherry disappeared from shelves in 2018. It has recently returned after six years away but as a sugar-free version. Fanta removed sweetener from its sugar-free alternative earlier this year. Suntory tweaked the flavour of its flagship Lucozade Original and Orange energy drinks. While the amount of sugar in every bottle remains unchanged, the supplier swapped out the sweetener aspartame for sucralose.
Forbes
16-06-2025
- Business
- Forbes
This Summer's Spicy, Zesty Flavor Trends Point To Southern Italy
Two classic Calabrian ingredients—chili peppers and bergamot—are increasingly appearing on ... More restaurant and bar menus, especially in cocktails. Consider this your Hot Southern Italian Summer—Calabria is setting spicy, zesty flavor trends for food and beverages this season. This southernmost region on the Italian peninsula has long been overshadowed by its northern neighbors. Around the world, we've come to know and love dishes and drinks from all over Italy—from Parma's famous cheese to Naples' beloved pizza and Florence's classic negroni—but as we head into the warmer months of 2025, more restaurants and bars are turning their attention to the place many Italians choose for their annual beach getaways. In particular, two uniquely Calabrian ingredients are having their moment in the spotlight: bergamot and chili pepper. 90% of the world's bergamot grows in the southern Italian region of Calabria. Bergamot is a type of citrus that is likely a cross between an orange and lemon. In shape and size, it appears more like the former, while the tart taste is more like the latter, and it's often harvested unripe when it has the same green hue of a lime. About 90% of all bergamots are grown in Calabria. Unless you travel there, it's rare to find them in the form of fresh fruit, but bergamot has long been a familiar flavor around the globe—since 1831, it has complemented the black tea in Twinings Earl Grey. While bergamot continues to be an important ingredient in hot teas, research from the food and beverage market research firm Datassential indicates that this citrus is ready to stand on its own as a primary ingredient in other creative preparations—especially in cocktails and desserts. With 17% growth in the past four years and 34% growth predicted for the next four years, get ready to see a lot more bergamot. Calabrian chili peppers are often dried, then pulverized into flakes that can easily be sprinkled ... More over a wide array of dishes to add a little spicy heat. When the word 'Calabrian'—or the Italian equivalent 'Calabrese'—appears on a menu, you can usually expect a little something spicy. Undoubtedly the region's most famous export, Calabrian chili peppers are gaining popularity far beyond Italy's borders. In the past four years, their presence on U.S. menus has seen a 27% increase, according to another report by Datassential. With their slightly smoky flavor and medium heat level, these peppers are highly versatile. Though they're most commonly used in their dried form as flakes atop pizzas and pastas, they can also be infused in honey or steeped in simple syrup to add complexity to desserts or cocktails. At Allora Vineyard in Oregon's Willamette Valley, Chef Denali Whaley serves butter poached halibut ... More with Calabrian chili oil, fava beans and herbs. Fortunately, it's becoming easier to get your first taste of bergamots and Calabrian chili peppers outside Italy. 'Calabrian chili peppers are one of my favorite ingredients,' says Chef Denali Whaley of Alloro Vineyard in Oregon's Willamette Valley. Inspired by both the southern Italian heritage of the vineyard's owner, David Nemarnik, and local ingredients, Whaley makes her own Calabrian chili oil and has drizzled it over pasta dishes, such as ricotta gnocchi with spring alliums, as well as butter poached halibut served with fava beans and herbs. Head to nearby Portland to experience these peppers in a more traditional way, sprinkled over one of the USA's 50 Top Pizzas at Ken's Artisan. At the city's Little Bitter Bar, enjoy cocktails infused with the distinct flavor of bergamot from two of Calabria's most famous bitter spirits: Vecchio Amaro del Capo and Italicus. Vecchio Amaro del Capo—which is flavored with twenty-nine herbs, flowers, fruits, and roots that are typical of Calabria and was featured on the Forbes 100 Italian specialties list in 2023—is starting to pop up at U.S. bars across the country, all the way from the Pacific Northwest to Amor y Amargo in New York City. Most locations offer the classic version of this liquor, but you may even come across their Red Hot Edition, spiked with Calabrian chili. The Italian spirit Vecchio Amaro del Capo should always be served chilled and comes in a spicy ... More version flavored with Calabrian chili peppers. It's not just bartenders who are experimenting with Calabrian ingredients. In Los Angeles, two natives of the region have created a full menu drawing on flavors from their homeland at Civico 2064, including several vegan pasta dishes. These particular peppers also appear on pastas and a spicy caesar salad on the menu at Sagra in Wisconsin. Meanwhile in Maryland, Ruse combines both Calabrian chili and bergamot on scallops, and in California, Street Social whips the citrus into ice cream sandwiched between black sesame pizzelle. If you want to bring a little of Calabria home with you, order bergamot as candied peels or marmalade from Italian suppliers like Gustiamo. To add a touch of southern Italian heat in your kitchen, buy organic Calabrian chili flakes like these from Kitchen Garden Farm or grow your own with seeds, such as these from Foraged. Wherever you are this summer, keep an eye out for these spicy, zesty flavor trends and other tastes of Calabria.
