Speciality Food September 2025

21 specialityfoodmagazine.com Multi award-winning chocolate maker Booja- Booja has unveiled the four new products joining its roster this autumn. The brand has created its first ever dairy- free hot chocolate using simple organic ingredients for a smooth and sophisticated sip. It is dairy-free, gluten-free and vegan, and can be used with any type of milk. The Chocolate Wonders range has been refreshed with the release of Fudgie Brownie Chocolate Wonders, bites of chewy chocolate brownie rolled in dark chocolate flakes; and Orange Scrunch Chocolate Wonders, orange ganache combined with crunchy honeycomb. A new format truffle box has also been created – the Winter Special Eight Truffle Box, which brings together Cherry Bakewell Chocolate Truffles, previously only found in Booja-Booja truffle selections, and Hazelnut Crunch Chocolate Truffles. The new truffle box and Orange Scrunch Chocolate Wonders will be exclusively available during autumn and winter. Matt Gilding, MD, said of the hot chocolate, “Our hot chocolate is smooth, rich and comforting, so whether you’re looking for an indulgent dairy free option you know you can trust, or a simply sensational, premiumhot chocolate drink, we’ve got you covered. Louise Collins, marketing communications manager, said of the new releases, “Launching four new products is so exciting as each one brings a delicious new dimension to our growing range of free fromdelights. We just know that scrumptious new Fudgie Brownie Chocolate Wonders are going to bring lots of smiles. And we’re delighted to be growing our seasonal Winter Special ranged with festive Orange Scrunch Chocolate Wonders and our new two-flavour Eight Truffle Box which really is a double bill of deliciousness!” boojabooja.com Booja-Booja launches four new products NutraTea expands functional tea range The award-winning B-Corp tea brand is launching two new herbal blends as a response to growing customer demand for wellness-boosting drinks inspired by ancient wisdom. Moringa Leaf & Ashwaganda is designed to reduce stress, improve sleep, support cognative function and strengthen immunity, while Yerba Mate & Gotu Kola is a vibrant South American-inspired blend which offers enhanced focus andmental clarity. All teas in NutraTea’s range contain 100% active, high quality herbal ingredients with no flavourings or fillers. Each box contains 20 plastic-free biodegradable tea bags which are designed to be used two or three times without compromising on flavour of efficacy. Anish Patel, co-founder of NutraTea, said, “The functional tea trend is gaining momentum, especially here in the UK where consumers' drinking habits are continuing to pivot away from caffeine and alcohol. Now is the time to lean in and listen to what customers are researching and reaching for so it felt right to further extend the range with these two new trending blends.” nutratea.co.uk Black Bee Honey releases latest seasonal jar B Corp-certified honey producer Black Bee Honey have announced the return of its award-winning and 100% natural British Autumn Heather Honey. Bold, aromatic and with a thick texture and notes of treacle, the honey is known as BritishManuka and is sourced from hives located on the moors of North Yorkshire and Scotland in late summer where bees forage on Ling Heather. The resulting dark coloured honey is distinctive and robust, and delicious served alone or used in baking. blackbeehoney.com "Less smoky” mezcal enters UKmarket The award-winning spirit Rosaluna has arrived in the UK, offering discerning drinkers the opportunity to enjoymezcal with less overpowering notes of smoke. The single estate 40% agave spirit is certified organic and non-GMO, and distilled by a sixth-generation family-run distillery in Oaxaca, Mexico which has a strong reputation for eco- friendly practices. David Hood, general manager at Spirit Cartel, UK distributor of Rosaluna, said, “Rosaluna’s less smoky profile results in a mezcal with excellent mixability and versatility across a wide range of recipes. Mezcal’s on the rise in the UK, but the markets getting crowded with ‘samey’ liquids, so we’re confident of success for this subtly different and planet-friendlymezcal.” mezcalrosaluna.com Chimac extendsmarinade offer Korean-inspiredmarinade producer Chimac has released three newmarinades set to impress lovers of Asian cuisine, whether they eat meat or follow vegetarian or plant-based diets. Korean Stir Fry Marinade is a blend of gochujang, garlic, gingers and soy that brings instant depth to a dish; Sriracha Caramel Glaze transforms vegetables and roast ham; and Korean BBQWings Marinade is rich, smoky and sticky with its combination of soy, garlic, sesame and a touch of sweetness. All items in the range are made with no artificial preservatives and created for versatility. Sofie Rooney, co-founder, said, “We wanted to create marinades that make it effortless to bring bold, Korean- inspired flavour to anymeal, whether you’re barbecuing, stir-frying, or just making weeknight dinners exciting.” chimac.ie