A BELOVED M&S drink branded “better than Baileys” is missing from shelves this Christmas, leaving shoppers devastated.
The Chocolate and Coconut Cream was a cheaper dupe for the famous Baileys Irish Cream, scanning at £10 versus £22.
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A spokesperson confirmed that the Chocolate and Coconut Cream had been discontinued[/caption]
The indulgent alcoholic drink was also vegan, proving a hit with plant-based customers.
Now, the fan favourite is “no longer available” on the luxury food and clothes brand’s website – and nowhere to be seen on supermarket shelves either.
Disgruntled shoppers took to Reddit to share their disappointment, with one typing: “I used to get M&S chocolate and coconut cream liqueur and it was better than the regular Bailey’s (that I can remember), but for some reason M&S stopped making it.
Another echoed: “Any luck finding it? It doesn’t appear on their website, but I will look out for it the next time I’m near a store.”
A third wrote: “Been looking also, asked my local store and they said they don’t make it anymore, been looking for alternatives and have seen dirty cow and Amarula being mentioned a lot.”
Other users noted that the product had come in and out of stock numerous times over recent years.
Last week, M&S posted on Instagram about a new festive drink, the Mince Pie Liqueur – only to be met with an annoyed shopper asking: “Why did you stop making your chocolate and coconut drink?”
A member of the team responded to the comment, saying: “Our chocolate and coconut cream liqueur isn’t available this year due to some supplier issues.
“However, our Drinks team have said it will be returning at some point if you check back with us next year.”
When contacted by The Sun, a spokesperson for the luxury food and clothes brand again confirmed the news.
They said: “We are constantly reviewing, improving and refreshing our ranges across the Foodhall, reacting to the latest trends as well as customer feedback.
“We have a better-than-ever selection of festive drinks options this year including our brilliant first-to-market White Mulled Wine as well as our super smart light-up Mince Pie Liqueur, both of which are vegan and have been taking social media by storm lately.
“Although our Chocolate & Coconut Irish Cream Liqueur is currently not available, we always listen to customer feedback when reviewing future ranges.”
But, luckily for Baileys lovers, Aldi has its own dupe – the Luxury Edition Irish Cream Liqueur – and its price has recently been slashed to under £5.
Those who like a festive tipple may also decide to try M&S’s Mince Pie Liqueur – which even comes in a light-up bottle.
Shoppers have gone wild on social media for the drink, with over 7,000 likes, comments and shares across Instagram and Facebook.
One fan commented: “Definitely on my list.”
While a second said: “Need to get this weekend!!”
And third added: “Always pulling it out the bag M&S!!! This is so cute.”
But, in more sad news, the posh supermarket announced it was discontinuing its “glorious” Cocoa & Cherry Bircher pot.
How to save money on Christmas shopping
Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how you can save money on your Christmas shopping.
Limit the amount of presents – buying presents for all your family and friends can cost a bomb.
Instead, why not organise a Secret Santa between your inner circles so you’re not having to buy multiple presents.
Plan ahead – if you’ve got the stamina and budget, it’s worth buying your Christmas presents for the following year in the January sales.
Make sure you shop around for the best deals by using price comparison sites so you’re not forking out more than you should though.
Buy in Boxing Day sales – some retailers start their main Christmas sales early so you can actually snap up a bargain before December 25.
Delivery may cost you a bit more, but it can be worth it if the savings are decent.
Shop via outlet stores – you can save loads of money shopping via outlet stores like Amazon Warehouse or Office Offcuts.
They work by selling returned or slightly damaged products at a discounted rate, but usually any wear and tear is minor.
