ALDI shoppers have been left with mixed emotions after the discounter unveiled a new alcoholic drink based on a Cadbury classic.
The UK’s cheapest supermarket of 2023 recently launched the beverage inspired by chocolate fan favourite Creme Egg.
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Aldi describes the Chocolate Creme Irish Cream as “deliciously smooth” with “delicate hints of chocolate and sweet vanilla”.
But the quirky drink has left shoppers divided, with some baffled by the combination of flavours.
One said: “Is it creme egg flavour? Equal parts intrigue and horror,” while another added: “I imagine this is disgusting but I’m intrigued…”
Others were more upbeat, with one commenting: “This does sound amazing, be rude not to try it.”
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And another added: “Told the wife not to buy this one but guarantee I’ll see it one day and pick one up.”
Meanwhile, a third said: “Defo need to try this.
Aldi shoppers can snap up a 70cl bottle of the Creme Egg-themed Irish Cream for £7.69 in their nearest store.
You can find your nearest Aldi branch by using the retailer’s store locator tool on its website.
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You enter your postcode and it brings up your closest branch.
Remember to always shop around when buying something like this though as you might find it cheaper elsewhere.
‘Omg, I need this’ say foodies after spotting a brand new drink in their local Aldi – and it’s hit the shelves just in time for Easter
You can use comparison sites like Trolley and Price Spy to find out how much other retailer’s are selling a product for.
You can also have a quick scan of the internet by using the Google Shopping/Product tab.
That said, you won’t find this Creme Egg-themed Irish cream anywhere else as it’s an Aldi exclusive.
It comes after Aldi shoppers were left going wild after the discounter re-launched banoffee hot cross buns ahead of Easter.
One said: “I had these last year they were delicious”, while a second commented: “OMG I need to try these.”
Meanwhile, B&M shoppers have been rushing out to buy a Dairy Milk milk and white chocolate marble Easter egg on shelves for £10.
How to save on your supermarket shop
THERE are plenty of ways to save on your grocery shop.
You can look out for yellow or red stickers on products, which show when they’ve been reduced.
If the food is fresh, you’ll have to eat it quickly or freeze it for another time.
Making a list should also save you money, as you’ll be less likely to make any rash purchases when you get to the supermarket.
Going own brand can be one easy way to save hundreds of pounds a year on your food bills too.
This means ditching “finest” or “luxury” products and instead going for “own” or value” type of lines.
Plenty of supermarkets run wonky veg and fruit schemes where you can get cheap prices if they’re misshapen or imperfect.
For example, Lidl runs its Waste Not scheme, offering boxes of 5kg of fruit and vegetables for just £1.50.
If you’re on a low income and a parent, you may be able to get up to £442 a year in Healthy Start vouchers to use at the supermarket too.
Plus, many councils offer supermarket vouchers as part of the Household Support Fund.
One fan even admitted: “I don’t often want an egg but I do this year.”
Meanwhile, another added: “Yes please, I need this.”
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In other retail news, Aldi has confirmed it has made a huge self-checkout change to shopper disappointment.
Plus, Easter egg hunters have announced “I’m stocking up” after a major supermarket slashed prices to £2.
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