SHOPPERS are rushing to Iceland to get their hands on an ice lolly based on iconic childhood sweet as the weather gets warmer.
The sun is out and temperatures are rising across the UK which means it is time for cold treats.
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Raindow Drops fans are rejoicing because the retro snack has made a comeback in the form of an ice lolly.
Eagle-eyed shoppers have spotted the new treat on the freezer shelves of Iceland and posted their find on Facebook.
One of the oldest treats, Rainbow Drops was first introduced before World War Two and has been a childhood favourite since.
The rainbow-coloured confectionery is made of sugar-coated puffed maize and rice.
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The new spin on the popular treat has seen it transformed from cereal-type snack to a frozen dessert.
The new ice lolly hit supermarket shelves just in time as Saturday has been recorded as the hottest day of the year so far, the Met office said.
Brits who grew up with the memories of Rainbow Drops have shown excitement over the discovery.
One person wrote: ” I used to love Rainbow Drops”
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Another one added: ” A game changer!”
“Omg, unusual these,” someone else wrote.
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Another “nostalgic” snack fans are raving about has been released for just £1 in stores.
Mcvitie’s is giving fans a taste of nostalgia with a new limited-edition snack which is already on shop shelves.
The limited-edition Iced Gems in a Candy Floss flavour have a playful twist on a classic family favourite.
Miniature crisp, crunchy biscuits are topped with a swirl of fluffy cotton candy sweetness in a playful reinvention of the beloved and classic flavour.
Asda has also brought back a “lush” classic Cadbury dessert but only for a short time.
Cadbury Caramel Layers of Joy has attracted a cult following amongst fans.
Now Asda has announced its back on the shelves for a limited time only.
Aussies living in England would also be happy to learn that their childhood favourite snack has made it to the UK.
An iconic chocolate biscuit branded “Aussie gold” is available to buy across the country for the first time.
Originally inspired by British Penguin biscuits, Tim Tams were launched by Australian biscuit manufacturer Arnott’s in 1964.
They’re comprised of two chocolate biscuits sandwiched together with chocolate cream, coated in chocolate.
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The beloved chocolate biscuits are a favourite amongst foodies down under and Brits have been crying out for them to be launched on our shores for years.
