During this festive season, many individuals typically enjoy purchasing tins of chocolates to share with loved ones or savor on their own. However, the cost of these treats may come as a surprise to some shoppers this year.
Recently, while browsing the aisles of a supermarket, I was taken aback by the price tags on Cadbury Roses and Heroes tins. Each 700g tin was priced at £16.50, a significant increase from previous years when such items would typically cost around £5.
Although there is a slight discount available for Nectar cardholders, who can purchase the tins for £10, the overall price still remains relatively high. Fortunately, there are more affordable alternatives for chocolate lovers at Sainsbury’s.
For instance, the Cadbury Dairy Milk Chocolate Mixed Chunks Tin (60g) is priced at £9.59, or £6.50 for Nectar cardholders. Additionally, a 750g tin of Quality Street is available for £13, or £8.50 with a Nectar card.
Shoppers can also opt for 500-550g tubs of Celebrations, Heroes, and Quality Street for just £6 each. For those seeking even better deals, Tesco is currently offering the same tubs for £3.95 with a Clubcard, or £4.50 without the discount.
Moreover, Tesco’s Clubcard holders can purchase the £16.50/£10 Heroes tin from Sainsbury’s for only £7.50. This price difference highlights the varying costs of Christmas chocolate tubs across different retailers.
Recent findings have shown that Asda offers standard tubs of Heroes, Roses, and Celebrations for under £5, while Morrisons sells them for £7 or £5.50 with a Morrisons More Card. Tesco continues to provide competitive pricing with Celebrations and Quality Street tubs available for £3.95 with a Clubcard, and Roses and Heroes priced at £7 or £5.25 with a Clubcard. Aldi and Lidl also offer tubs for less than £5.
On the other hand, Marks and Spencer and Waitrose do not stock traditional tubs online; however, they offer smaller pouch-sized packets and alternative festive chocolates priced between approximately £4 and £10. These retailers cater to a range of preferences for holiday treats.
As the holiday season approaches, consumers are encouraged to explore various retailers to find the best deals on Christmas chocolate tubs and enjoy their favorite treats without breaking the bank.