M&S shoppers go wild for £13 liqueur flavour that's the 'taste of summer'
High street favourite Marks and Spencer's 'divine' new product, which costs £13, has got many shoppers excited and keen to try it - especially as the summer temperatures continue to soar
Marks and Spencer's new summer beverage has got many shoppers excited and keen to try it, especially as the summer heatwave gets underway. Making the most of the warmer weather often sees people stocking up on fresh, zesty treats that'll keep them cool while they relax in the sunshine.
Iconic British retailer M&S is a staple on the high street after its humble origin as a market stall which was founded in Leeds back in 1884. Today, it maintains its relevancy and allure thanks to a wide range of departments spanning on-trend fashion, stylish homeware, homeware, lingerie, beauty products and more.
The company's beloved Food Halls are equally adept at pulling in customers. There, shoppers can peruse high quality in-house products as well as a selection of branded food and drink, too.
Like many of its high street competitors, Marks and Spencer optimises social media to maintain a connection with fans, keeping them in the loop on all the newest product launches and releases.
The retailer boasts millions of followers across a range of Instagram pages, each focused on a specific department.
Recently, M&S cross-posted a video to its main account and its food account to showcase its new Limoncello Liqueur. In the footage, the beverage was used to create an Italian-inspired summer cocktail.
Captioning the clip, M&S penned: 'Lemon drop it like it's hot! Serve yourself up a sip of the Amalfi coast with this gorgeous Limoncello Lemon Drop cocktail, made with our brand-new deliciously citrusy Limoncello liqueur.
'Made with Italian lemon peels to give you that gorgeous flavour of the Mediterranean coast, this luscious liqueur can also be enjoyed neat over ice or makes a great addition to sparkling wine'.
In the comments section, people were keen to share their thoughts on the beverage. One person said: 'I could just drink this right now'.
Another confessed: 'Onto my second' while a third said: 'Sounds absolutely divine'.
Someone else commented: 'Sunshine in a glass? Don't mind if we do! This is officially our new summer obsession'.
While a further shopper said: 'Gosh this would just be ideal for the heatwave this weekend!'
And another tagged a friend and wrote: 'They actually had this yesterday when I was in. Will have to get a bottle'.
Someone else also tagged a friend and added: 'This is a bit of you'.
Marks and Spencer's Limoncello Liqueur, which is suitable for vegans, costs £13 for a 50cl bottle. It's made with water, sugar, alcohol, natural lemon flavouring, natural flavourings, and a lemon peel infusion of alcohol and lemon peel.
It can be purchased via Ocado, or in person at an M&S store.
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