Aldi's annual British Week promotion has returned to stores across Australia, offering homesick Brits and snack enthusiasts a taste of the UK. The limited-time range hit shelves on July 8 and will be available only while stocks last.
Classic Crisps and Cheesy Snacks Make a Comeback
Among the biggest drawcards are the return of three classic Smith's chip (or “crisp”) flavours from the UK — Prawn Cocktail, Cheese & Pickle and Worcestershire Sauce — alongside the much-loved cheesy corn snack, Wotsits. These nostalgic items have been popular in previous years and are expected to sell out quickly.
New Additions to the Range
New to this year's range is the Swizzels Sweet Shop Favourites Box ($9.99), packed with iconic British lollies including Parma Violets, Drumstick lollies, Love Hearts, Refresher bars, Fizzers and Double Lollies. Shoppers can also get their hands on Swizzels Squashies gummies ($3.79), while popular British chocolates including Cadbury Pouch Buttons ($5.49) and Galaxy chocolate blocks ($4.99) have also made a return.
Social Media Buzz
A British influencer took to social media to share her favourite picks from the range, urging shoppers to act fast. “Attention all Brits, Aldi are having their annual British Week. It started today, July 8. I just went straight there from work, and I’m going to show you what I picked up,” she said. Among her haul were Munchies, Orange and Mint Club biscuits, Bisto gravy, Irn-Bru and several classic British crisp flavours.
She was particularly excited to stock up on Tunnock’s Chocolate Teacakes after discovering them during last year’s promotion. “I ate these so quickly last year,” she said. Bisto gravy was another must-have: “Gravy, of course. I’ve already got this and use it all the time. Mine’s actually nearly run out.”
The Brisbane-based Brit also couldn’t resist her “lifelong favourite” Smith’s Prawn Cocktail crisps, before showing a packet of the Worcestershire Sauce flavour. “More crisps. I’m still not calling them chips. They are crisps,” she joked.
Warning to Shoppers
After showing off her UK goodies, she warned fellow shoppers not to wait too long. “I’ve no doubt it will clear out quickly. It did last year, so get down there while you can.”
