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McVitie’s festive product launches

Overview

McVitie’s has expanded its seasonal product lineup for the 2026 festive period. The brand initially announced the Jaffa Elf, a dark chocolate and orange jelly snack shaped like an elf, which drew mixed social media reactions, with some consumers describing it as “the stuff of nightmares.”

Following this, manufacturer Pladis introduced further seasonal confectionery, marking the brand’s first entry into the seasonal chocolate market. New additions include the Penguin Milk Chocolate Treat, a penguin-shaped confection containing Penguin biscuit pieces. The festive range also includes the return of traditional biscuit assortments, such as the Family Circle selection box and the Victoria biscuit assortment.

Entities

pladis · McVitie's · McVitie’s

Timeline

9 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
McVitie’s launches new festive chocolate and biscuit lines
McVitie’s is launching new festive products, including its first seasonal chocolate treats: the Jaffa Elf and Penguin Milk Chocolate Treat, alongside returning biscuit assortments.
15 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
McVitie's unveils new Jaffa Elf for Christmas range
McVitie's is launching a festive Jaffa Elf snack in UK supermarkets this September, drawing mixed reactions from consumers regarding its appearance.

Sources

denbighshirefreepress.co.uk · foodinfotech.com · kidderminstershuttle.co.uk · retailwit.com