DEGUSTABOX UNBOXING - JULY 2018

Hello everyone,

Today I am going to be unboxing July's edition of Degustabox, a monthly subscription box containing food and drink items. I have been doing unboxing posts since August 2017, which you can take a look back through on here! You can find Degustabox via their website, Instagram or Facebook pages. The box is £12.99 a month, but I do have a (non-affiliate) which is 'SRMJ9', taking your first box down to £7.99 including postage!

So, on to what's inside the box! There were two versions of the box this month, the alcohol version and the non-alcohol version. The products marked with an '*' are the either/or products, and will depend on the box you get! 

PRODUCTS OF THE MONTH - CAPSICANA BRAZILIAN SMOKED PAPRIKA & SPICES SEASONING MIX (RRP: £1.00) // CAPSICANA MEXICAN GUACAMOLE MIX (£0.65)

First in the box are two products from Capsicana. They are extending their authentic Latin American range, and have included these two products as part of this. First is the Brazilian Smoked Paprika & Spices seasoning mix, which can be sprinkled on meat for the BBQ or used in the oven. Also in the box is the Mexican Guacamole mix, which is made to be added to one smashed avocado for homemade guacamole! I love guacamole and think this is a great and easy idea. I cant't wait to use it!

Both products are launching in larger Sainsbury's stores this month.

HEINZ SALAD CREAM (RRP: £1.49)

"After a century of being a must-have ingredient in lunchboxes and picnic hampers up and down the country, Heinz salad cream still has it's deliciously zingy taste that makes it one of Britain's best-loved sauces" - There's not a lot else to say I think!

ROSIE'S PIG FLAT TYRE CIDER (RRP: £2.00)*

Described as "lightly sparkling, cloudy cider with rhubarb juice. Made with fresh pressed Herefordshire apples, this sweet and well balanced cider is slowly matured and left unfiltered to create an uncompromising flavour. The fruity taste paired with a tart finish makes it refreshingly moreish". I absolutely loved this and will be buying this for myself. It's a perfect summer drink and I love it! *This is included in the alcoholic version of Degustabox only.

RIBENA SPARKLING DRINKS (2 X £2.70 each)

"Ribena Sparkling is a grown up twist on a classic - this time with bubbles included! Available in two tongue tickling flavours; Blackcurrant, and Pineapple & Passionfruit - this refreshing new drink comes in at less than 15 calories per bottle - available now in pubs near you. You should receive two flavours in your Degustabox. I have tried these and they're quite different to what I was expecting. They taste like still Ribena, but are fizzy! I think they are a good option for those who want a soft drink when out at pubs.

MISO TASTY MUGI BARLEY MISO SOUP (RRP: £3.75)

"Made from fermented barley and soybeans, our Mugi Barley Miso Soup has a light but hearty flavour. The mushrooms add a sweet, earthy taste and are packed seperately to keep our miso fresh and mushrooms flavoursome!" I am yet to try this, but next time I make ramen I may use it as a base!

PERCOL ICE COFFES (RRP: £1.50 each)

"We're a small bunch of coffee lovers who are passionate about bringing you the best beans. That's why we've created these irresistible Fairtrade and Organic Iced Coffees". I personally don't like coffee, but I gave this to my mum who really enjoyed it. You should receive one of two flavours in your Degustabox (I received the protein latte flavour).

PECKISH CHEESE TRAYS (RRP: £1.59)

"Peckish is a thinner, lighter, crispier snack made of rice and full of flavour! We are baked not fried, gluten free and under 100 calories per portion. The trays are perfect for sharing and entertaining this summer. I am yet to try these but they sound great!

PULSIN SALTED CARAMEL RAW CHOC BROWNIE (RRP: £1.59)

" A deliciously decadent healthy brownie... who knew that could even exist? Well, now it does! Crafted with the finest natural ingredients, the new Salted Caramel Raw Choc Brownie from Pulsin is the perfect treat for an indulgent yet guilt-free snack!"

ROWNTREE'S FRUIT PASTILLES 30% LESS SUGAR POUCH (RRP: £1.29)

"30% less sugar, 100% fun-filled. Introducing Rowntree's 30% less sugar fruit pastilles. The sweets you know and love, but now with 30% less sugar. Rowntrees sweets contain no artifical colours, flavours, preservatives or sweeteners" These went down a treat and still taste great!

LONDON FLAVOURS CRISPS (£0.95 each)

"Our premium crisps are made with the best British potatoes, roughly peeled, seasoned with delicious flavours and hand cooked in small batches to ensure an even crispier quality" You should receive two of four flavours in your Degustabox (I received lightly salted and cheddar and onion). I loved the lightly salted flavour of these!

CADBURY HIGHLIGHTS MILK CHOCOLATE DRINK (RRP: £2.99)

"The deliciously light way to enjoy hot chocolate! Cadbury Highlights Milk Chocolate has the smooth, milk-chocolatey taste of Cadbury, but with only 38 calories per cup!" I haven't tried this yet, but I love hot chocolate especially with the autumn/winter upcoming months.

That's everything for this post! I hope you have all enjoyed reading.

DEGUSTABOX UNBOXING - JUNE 18

Hello everyone!

Today I am going to be unboxing June's edition of Degustabox, a monthly subscription box containing food and drink items. I have been doing unboxing posts since August 2017, which you can take a look back through on here! You can find Degustabox via their website, Instagram or Facebook pages. The box is £12.99 a month, but I do have a (non-affiliate) which is 'SRMJ9', taking your first box down to £7.99 including postage!

So, on to what's inside the box! There were two versions of the box this month, the alcohol version and the non-alcohol version. The products marked with an '*' are the either/or products, and will depend on the box you get! The theme for this months box is BBQ, perfect for summer!

PRODUCTS OF THE MONTH - CAPSICANA COOK SAUCES (2 X RRP: £1.99)
Product of the month is from the brand Capsicana and is two of their cook sauces. I received the flavours Brazilian Chilli & Coconut, and Cuban Chilli & Lime. Described as 'changing the way we eat Mexican and Latin American food, packed full of authentic flavours, helping to create tastier meals at home.' Two flavours are included in each Degustabox.

ROSIE'S PIG RASPBERRY ROLLER (RRP: £2.00)*
Next in the box is a can of drink, described as 'raspberry and cucumber flavour sparkling cloudy cider. A refreshing berry flavour with citrus notes creates a well-balanced easy drinking cider with a fresh finish.' *Only included in the alcohol version of the box. I really enjoyed this and would definitely get it again in the future.

FYRE FRUIT DRINKS ( 2 X RRP: £1.29)
Described as 'A refreshing sparkling fruit drink with an added kick of spices and sweetness from fruits to keep anyone wanting more. Available in two lively flavours, FYRE is a great-tasting drink with the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. *Included in the non-alcohol version of the box.

FRYLIGHT AVOCADO OIL COOKING SPRAY (RRP: £2.99)
Described as 'Frylight Avocado Oil cooking spray is a great alternative to fatty oil for everyday shallow frying, roasting and baking. It can be used at higher temperatures than most cooking sprays due to the more resilient nature of avocado oil - perfect for stir fries'

PECKISH BBQ RICE CRACKERS MULTI-PACK (RRP: £1.79)
Described as 'a thinner, lighter crispier snack made of rice and full of flavour! Baked, not fried, gluten free and under 100 calories per portion.'

BRIOCHE PASQUIER PAINS AU LAIT (RRP: £1.75) 
Described as 'free from preservatives, artificial flavours and hydrogenated fats, our soft and tasty milk brioche rolls can be enjoyed at any moment of the day. They are also ideal for BBQ's with family and friends!

no&more raspberry&blueberry (RRP: £1.29)
Described as 'a beautifully balanced spring water with a hint of raspberry and blueberry. No sugar, no sweeteners, no preservatives, no artificial ingredients and pH neutral: the perfect alternative to plain water. Find us in Boots and Waitrose or on social media @noandmore. I really liked this, and it was a nice alternative to plain water!

Idahoan Gratin Bake (RRP: £2:30)
'With a preparation time of less than 3 minutes and a cook time of less than 30 mins it makes an impressive accompaniment to any meal. Add contents to a casserole dish, with hot water, milk and a knob of butter and let the oven do the rest!' I am yet to try this but it looks ans sounds great!

Orangina Original & Light (2 X RRP: £1.20)
'Orangina, with it's unmistakable orange flavour, soft sparkle and real citrus pulp makes the perfect summer drink. It is both delicious on it's own with ice and a slice of orange, or as a mixer in mocktails and cocktails.

The Jelly Bean Factory Fairtrade box (RRP: £1.25)
'Filled with 36 delicious flavours and made using Fairtrade sugar, they are the perfect on the go snack.'

Mighty Fine Salted Caramel Honeycomb Bar (RRP: £1.00)
'The finest handcrafted honeycomb made with the very best natural ingredients. Our new 30g salted caramel bar is made with our signature light, crisp and slightly salted honeycomb covered in a creamy, caramel Belgian milk chocolate. Our bars really are the bees knees, so indulge and enjoy. Available in Sainsbury's local up and down the country.'

Great British Biscotti Co (RRP: £1.30) 
'A heavenly huddle of Belgian white chocolate, zingy cranberries and sublime pistachios, entwined deep within our classically buttery crumbly biscotti. All 20 flavours of our Biscotti are hand made with the best ingredients in our Artisan Bakery in Dorset. Soon to be available on Ocado and Amazon.' This was amazing!! So delicious and unlike anything I've ever tried before. I would definitely get this in the future!

So that's it for this month! I hope you all enjoyed reading this.

DEGUSTABOX UNBOXING - MAY 2018!

 Hi everyone!

Today I am unboxing the May 2018 edition of Degustabox, which is a brand I have spoken about lots on my social media over the past few months, and have been doing an unboxing every month since August 2017! This month's box has a World Cup theme, and as always is available from the Degustabox website, Instagram or Facebook pages. The box is £12.99 a month, but I do have a (non-affiliate) which is 'SRMJ9', taking your first box down to £7.99 including postage!

So, on to what's inside the box! There were two versions of the box this month, the alcohol version and the non-alcohol version. The products marked with an '*' are the either/or products, and will depend on the box you get!

PRODUCTS OF THE MONTH - SANTA MARIA LATIN AMERICAN KITCHEN CARIBBEAN CREAMY CHICKEN CURRY SEASONING MIX (RRP: £1.00) & MINI COCONUT AND BLACK PEPPER SOFT TORTILLAS (RRP:£1.50)
The products of the month are from the brand Santa Maria, and come from their Latin American Kitchen range. The first is the Caribbean Creamy Chicken Curry seasoning mix. Described as 'inspired by Indo-Caribbean food and with it's mild curry flavour, goes perfectly with chicken and cream. Alternatively, use with vegetables and coconut milk to suit vegan/vegetarian/lactose free diets'. I haven't tried this yet but it sounds great!

The other product in the box is the Mini Coconut & Black Pepper Soft Tortillas, described as 'soft & flavoured 6' wheat flour tortillas. These irresistible little tortillas are deliciously flavoured with coconut, lime and black pepper - all typical Caribbean ingredients. The slightly sweet flavour of coconut with the tanginess of the lime make it perfect to fill with flavour-intense or spicy food.' These I really enjoyed and would definitely buy in the future, they tasted great!

Find Santa Maria on Facebook or Instagram.

SAY ALOE REDUCED SUGAR DRINK (RRP:£1.49)
Described as ''Real pieces of aloe vera give the drink its unique texture, and its clean and refreshing flavour makes it deliciously refreshing. Say Aloe is also rich in vitamin C with no artificial flavours or colours". One of two flavours will be included in each Degustabox, and I had the grape flavour. I really liked this drink and have already bought it, and would definitely recommend it!

Find Say Aloe on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.

CIRIO PASTA SAUCE - TOMATO & PARMESAN (RRP:£2)
The next item in the box is from the brand Cirio, which is launching in the UK from Italy. They have brought out two new pasta sauce recipies, Tomato & Parmesan, and Tomato and Legumes. Described as being 'made with 100% top Italian ingredient for a genuine and tasty dish'. I am yet to try this, but it does sound very nice. You will receive one of the two flavours in your Degustabox. If you received the March box you should now receive the other flavour in this month's box.

Find out more about Cirio at their Facebook, Instagram or Twitter pages.

KITKAT BITES WHITE (RRP: £1.59) & KITKAT SENSES MIX (RRP:£3.99)
Described as "mini crispy wafer fingers coated in a thick layer of white chocolate. Perfect to share with others, with a movie or as a treat!" I really enjoyed these and thought they were great. I would definitely buy them in the future! 

Described as "made to share, our mixed box of KitKat Senses includes all three deliciously indulgent flavours: Salted Caramel, Double Chocolate and Hazelnut. Lift the lid to reveal a pop open box designed for sharing, full of individually wrapped indulgent treats - with something for everyone to enjoy!" I really loved these and they went down well among my family members. I would definitely buy these!

Find out more about KitKat via their website, Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

BRIOCHE PASQUIER PITCH (2 X £1.39)
PITCH is described as a "delicious, soft brioche roll with a generous amount of dark chocolate chips or chocolate filling. They are free from preservatives and artifical colours. They are individually wrapped, making them great for lunch boxes, sports, car journeys and much more!" I really liked these, and they make great snacks! My personal favourite was the ones with chocolate chips.

LUCOZADE ENERGY ORIGINAL (RRP:£1.10)
Description- "Discover the great taste of Lucozade Energy Original in the moment you need it most! Whatever your day may hold, remember your energy beats everything! Lucozade Energy is best served chilled, so put your bottle in the fridge for maximum great taste!" I feel Lucozade is one of those timeless products that every one knows and loves.

Find Lucozade Energy on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter.

WE MADE LEMONADE (RRP:£1.50)*
Described as "our refreshing non carbonated drinks contain absolutely no artificial flavours, additives, preservatives or refined sugar! Unlike many other drinks today, our drinks offer a refreshing and genuinely strong strong flavour without being packed with a whole bunch of artificial nonsense." *One of two flavours is included in the non-alcohol version of the Degustabox. I received the lemon flavour and really liked it! I think it's a perfect summer drink.

Find We Made drinks on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.

THE GOOD CIDER DRY APPLE & STRAWBERRY CIDERS*
*Included in the alcohol version of the Degustabox. I really loved the dry apple flavour and would definitely buy it in the future!

JOE & SEPH'S GOURMET POPCORN (RRP:£1.00)
Joe & Sephs are a family business who launched in 2010 with a mission to produce the best tasting popcorn in the world. Enjoy our freshest summer flavour: coconut & chia. Air-popped corn, covered in a blend of smooth caramel, with dessicated coconut and crunchy chia seeds. Available in larger sharing pouches too!

So that is everything for this month's box! Another great selection from Degustabox, I think this month's box is actually my all-time favourite so far! Thank you for reading,

DEGUSTABOX UNBOXING - April 2018

Hello everyone,

Today's post is going to be my Degustabox unboxing for April!

If you don't already know, Degustabox is a monthly subscription box whereby you receive different food/drink products to try every month. Some of the products are new releases, and some fit into certain themes Degustabox uses. I have been working with Degustabox since August 2017 now so have been receiving their boxes every month since then. If you would like to look at the previous unboxings, I have a list on Feb 18's post. The box costs £12.99 a month, but I do have a code (non-affiliate) which is 'SRMJ9'. This will take your first box down to £7.99 including postage. For further information, feel free to check out the Degustabox website, Facebook or Instagram.

So, on to what's inside the box! There were two versions of the box this month, the alcohol version and the non-alcohol version. The products marked with an '*' are the either/or products, and will depend on the box you get!

PRODUCT OF THE MONTH - MILKYBAR WOWSOMES 2 X RRP: £0.55
The first product and product of the month is the new Milkybar Wowsomes bars. You will receive one of each flavour (white chocolate, white & milk chocolate). They have 30% less sugar than similar chocolate products, and have no artificial sweeteners, colours, flavours, or preservatives. Described as "simply 100% delicious white chocolate or white & milk chocolate filled with a creamy-tasting centre and crispy oat cereal!"

Find Milkybar on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter

a2 Milk LONG LIFE SEMI-SKIMMED COWS' MILK RRP: £1.50
The next item in the box is the a2 Milk, which is described as "natural cows' milk with a difference. It's naturally free from the A1 protein found in regular cows' milk so it's gentle on sensitive tummies, easy to digest ans less likely to trigger symptoms associated with milk intolerance.**please note a2 Milk is not suitable for those with a cows' milk protein allergy**

Find a2 Milk via their Facebook, Twitter or Instagram

MINDFUL BITES SQUEEZE SACHETS RRP: £1.49 each*
Next in the box you will receive one of four flavours of the Mindful Bites Squeeze Sachets which are described as "a premium brand of unique nut butters blended with superfoods and highly innovative snacks. Our Nut Butter Squeeze Sachets are great to be eaten on-the-go, perfect for active people; the innovative packaging makes them mess free and easy to carry anywhere." The four flavours available are Almond & Maca, Hazelnut & Berries, Brazil Nuts & Cacao Nibs, and Cashew Nuts & Baobab. *Please note you will either receive one of these or the Nuttvia Chocolate Hazelnut spread.

Find Mindful bites via their website, Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.

IDAHOAN'S PERFECT MASH ROASTED GARLIC RRP: £1.50
The next product in the box is the Idahoan's Perfect Mash in Roasted Garlic flavour. Ready in just 1 minute, simply add 475ml of boiling water to a bowl and stir in the flakes resulting in fluffy mash & great taste. GM and gluten free.

Find Idahoan on Facebook.

MUTTI PASSATA RRP: £1.40 & MUTTI FINELY CHOPPED TOMATOES RRP: £1
Next in the box are two products from the brand Mutti. First is their passata, which is described as "perfect for dishes with reduced cooking times and can enhance pasta sauces, eggs and meat. The passata retains it's bright red colour, velvety texture and sweet flavour." The other product is their finely chopped tomatoes, which are winners of a Great Taste Award and are described as "Only Italian tomatoes: red, sweet, ripe and free of yellow and green parts. Different from the first glance: thick, inviting and fragrant. Taste the quality: all the delicate flavour of fresh tomatoes."

Find Mutti on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

JUICY FUEL COLA 2 X RRP: £2*
Next in the box are two of the Juicy Fuel colas, made from entirely natural ingredients with no added sugar, no artificial sweeteners and no preservatives and one of your five a day. *Two flavours of Juicy Fuel Cola are included in the non-alcohol version of the Degustabox. I have tried this and was very surprised at how much it actually tasted like cola! I think this would be a great alternative for anyone looking for something all-natural.

Find Juicy Fuel on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook.

ACTIVE/OUTDOORS SECTION: The theme for this months box is active/outdoor products! All products below fit into this theme.

THE FOOD DOCTOR MIXES 2 X RRP: £1
Next in the box is The Food Doctor Full of Beans Protein Mix and Smokin' Edamame Mix. Described as "making the perfect mid-morning snacks as they contain a blend of corn and beans which are high in fibre and a good source of protein that'll keep you going until lunchtime"

Find The Food Doctor on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

LIOBITES STRAWBERRY & BANANA SMOOTHIE BITES RRP: £2.35
Described as "100% fruit crisps, made using the ripest and sweetest fruits in season to ensure the maximum nutrition and vitamins are retained. The fruits are quickly frozen and then dried to achieve a sweet, crunchy fruit crisp." These were actually my favourite thing in the box and I really enjoyed them and would love to try the other flavours available!

Find LioBites on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram and use code 'FITNESS20' for 20% off!

HARIBO GIANT STRAWBS RRP: £1.29
Next in the box was a bag of HARIBO Giant Strawbs, which are a personal favourite of mine. Described as "Giant in flavour and in size, strawberry shaped and flavoured and boasting it's own unique texture. Also vegetarian friendly!"

Find Haribo via their website, Twitter and Facebook pages.

LUCOZADE ENERGY ORANGE RRP: £1.10
Next up is a very classic bottle of Lucozade Energy Orange. I remember seeing this a lot throughout my childhood whenever someone was ill. Recommended as best served chilled, this is one of those timeless drinks anyone and everyone enjoys.

Find Lucozade Energy on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter.

N!CK'S KEXBAR RRP: £1.20
Next in the box is one of the N!CK'S Kexbars, which are described as "crispy chocolate wafer with vanilla cream covered in thick delicious milk chocolate" and containing no added sugar. You can find these on Amazon.co.uk, where you can use the code 'DEGUSTA1' for 20% discount.

Find N!CK'S Kexbar on Instagram or Facebook.

TREK PROTEIN ENERGY CHUNKS 2 X RRP: £1.15 
TREK Chunks are packed with a precise cold-pressed balance of powerful wholefoods, delivering sustained energy when you need it most. Vegan, gluten free and 1 of your 5 a day too! I received two different flavours in my box.

Find TREK on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter.

So that was everything for April's box! I hope you've all enjoyed reading this and let me know in the comments if there's anything in particular you're interested in!