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ALDI NAMED BEST IN GOOD HOUSEKEEPING CHRISTMAS TASTE TEST
11 October, 2024
- The supermarket’s champagne has been named Best Champagne
- The retailer also earned top scores in the Turkey, Flavoured Christmas Pudding and Vegetarian Starter categories
Aldi is officially the go-to destination for Christmas this year, as the discount supermarket has been named as the ‘Best Overall Grocer’ at the prestigious Good Housekeeping Institute (GHI) Christmas Taste Test 2024[1].
The annual taste test, which tests 730 products from over 97 brands, also crowned Aldi’s mince pies, turkey and champagne as best-in-class in their categories.
The supermarket’s Veuve Monsigny Premier Cru Champagne, earned the title of ‘Best Champagne’, despite costing just £22. With delicate herbal notes, apricot aromas, and subtle flavours of orange zest and crème brûlée, the judges praised its ‘notes of refreshing lemon’ and ‘minerality’.
Wine expert and Mistress of Wine, Sam Caporn, also hailed the bubbly as the “best supermarket champagne in the UK” following a recent tasting.[2]
The celebration continues with Aldi’s Specially Selected Mince Pies, which cost just 38p each,wowing the panel of judges with their ‘soft, flaky pastry’ and ‘sweet, caramelised fruit filling’.
Aldi’s Specially Selected Roly Poly Whole Turkey was named ‘Best Whole Turkey’, with the GHI judges calling out its ‘natural, sweet flavour’ and ‘umami depth’.
Elsewhere, Christmas day dessert is covered with Aldi’s Specially Selected Orange & Maple Pudding (£9.99, 800g) which was named ‘Best Flavoured Christmas Pudding’, and returning favourite Specially Selected Ultimate 5 Year Vintage Cheddar Bake (£5.99, 300g) earned the top spot in the Vegetarian Starter category.
The news comes as Aldi has been named September’s cheapest supermarket by consumer champion Which?, taking home the accolade for the 11th consecutive month[3].
Julie Ashfield, Managing Director of Buying at Aldi UK, says: “Christmas has come early with the Good Housekeeping Institute awards. From starters to desserts – and even the bubbly – we’ve got every course covered with awards, and we are delighted to be named Best Overall Grocer. Shoppers can count on Aldi to make Christmas amazing without breaking the bank.”
Aldi’s best in class Christmas products land on shelves throughout the festive season:
- Specially Selected Mince Pies (£2.29, 6 pack), on sale now
- Veuve Monsigny Premier Cru Champagne (£21.99, 75cl), 13th October
- Specially Selected Roly Poly Whole Turkey, 19th December
- Specially Selected Orange & Maple Pudding (£9.99, 800g), 1st November
- Specially Selected Ultimate 5 Year Vintage Cheddar Bake (£5.99, 300g), 6th December
Further information on Aldi’s Christmas range can be found here: https://www.aldipresscentre.co.uk/category/christmas/
For more information, please contact the Aldi Press Office on:
T: 0207 479 0910 or alditeam@clarioncomms.co.uk
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ALDI’S PET RANGE RETURNS WITH THE NEW COOLEST SUMMER ESSENTIALS
6 May, 2026- Aldi’s paws-itively popular cooling pet range is back, helping avoid ‘hot dogs’ this summer
- The range features a NEW Colour Changing Cooling Harness, which conceals a pattern to indicate overheating, along with returning favourite Cooling Mat
- Available in stores from 14th May
As warmer weather nears, don’t let pooches suffer in the sun with Aldi’s hot weather hacks. Returning to the middle aisle from 14th May, it’s never been so easy for pet owners to keep their furry friends cool and ready to enjoy the sunshine. Shoppers will need to act fast to get their paws on these must-haves, as with all Specialbuys, once they’re gone, they’re gone.
The future of pet safety is here with the NEW Colour Change Cooling Harness (£8.99). This innovative design reveals a pattern when dipped in cold water, which then vanishes once dry, visually alerting pet parents when it’s time to re-soak and prevent overheating. Available in green or orange, this harness is the ultimate way to keep fur babies safe and cool during extra warm days.
When the grounds too hot to flop, pets need a cool escape. The NEW Elevated Pet Bed (£16.99) is the ticket to ultimate comfort, keeping them effortlessly off scorching surfaces all day. Choose from stylish solid grey or light green striped canopy, it’s the ultimate paws button for an outdoor siesta.
Alternatively, furry friends can chill out on Aldi’s Cooling Mat (£4.99), containing a cooling gel that creates a chilling effect when laid on - perfect for placing inside crates, in pet beds, and even on the ground. This is a mutt-have summer essential, available in two summer shades of green or a funky lemon print.
Heading out? Keep companions cool on the go with the Pet Travel Bottle (£3.99), Bowl Set (£3.99) and Towel (£3.99), paw-fect for long hikes outside or trips to the beach.
Too hot for walkies? Don't let pooches become hot dogs - unleash hours of indoor fun with a selection of toys with a barking mad value. Tough chewers have met their match with the Heavy Duty Dog Toy (£2.49). Built to last and available in bone, ring, or rugby ball shapes, these are perfect for dogs who play ruff.
For something a little more playful, the adorable Rope Neck Dog Toy (£3.49) is great for games of tug-of-war and comes in four animals including Alpaca, Flamingo, Giraffe, or Ostrich, while the Long Body Dog Toy (£2.99) offers floppy fun in Cow, Duck, Horse or Pig designs.
Aldi’s Keep Your Pet Cool range is available in stores from 14th May, while stocks last.
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