Twinings quietly discontinues ‘addictive' favourite across all UK supermarkets

Scottish Sun

23-05-2025

This isn't the only tea flavour Twinings has discontinued in recent months
OUT OF STOCK Twinings quietly discontinues 'addictive' favourite across all UK supermarkets
TWININGS has quietly discontinued a beloved tea blend, leaving shoppers disappointed.
The renowned tea brand has decided to retire its much-loved No22 Dark Caramel Tea.
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Although the product is still listed on major supermarket websites, such as Asda, it is no longer available to add to shopping baskets
Dark Caramel Tea was described as a luxurious black tea blend infused with the rich, indulgent flavours of toffee and golden syrup.
Brewed in just three minutes, it is best enjoyed black or with a splash of milk, including hazelnut milk for an extra creamy finish.
However, the product's axe was confirmed after a customer asked Twining's on X (formerly Twitter).
They said: "I have No22 addiction.
"It's the tea I always have after my on calls.
"I'd get 20 boxes if I knew...
"Do you know anywhere that we can find them? Looks like its our of stock everywhere."
In response Twinings UK said: "Hi there! We're so sorry to let you know our Dark Caramel (No22) is no longer available as it has been discontinued and we've sold through all our remaining stock.
"Our apologies for any disappointment caused."
Although the product is still listed on major supermarket websites, such as Asda, it is no longer available to add to shopping baskets.
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This isn't the only tea flavour Twinings has discontinued in recent months.
In October, the iconic tea brand also retired its Inner Strength teabags.
After learning of its discontinuation, one fan wrote on X: "That's a shame. It was a thing of beauty."
The same user had previously quizzed the brand on where the teabags had gone, typing: "@TwiningsUK hello there. Do you still sell the inner strength tea bags please.
"I can't seem to find them anywhere anymore."
To this, a spokesperson confirmed: "We're sorry to let you know that our Inner Strength has been discontinued and we have sold through all our remaining stock."
It came shortly after a popular Yorkshire Tea product was also axed - Toast and Jam teabags.
The gradual phase-out of the comforting brew left customers desperately scrambling for one last box.
Why are products axed or recipes changed?
ANALYSIS by chief consumer reporter James Flanders.
Food and drinks makers have been known to tweak their recipes or axe items altogether.
They often say that this is down to the changing tastes of customers.
There are several reasons why this could be done.
For example, government regulation, like the "sugar tax," forces firms to change their recipes.
Some manufacturers might choose to tweak ingredients to cut costs.
They may opt for a cheaper alternative, especially when costs are rising to keep prices stable.
For example, Tango Cherry disappeared from shelves in 2018.
It has recently returned after six years away but as a sugar-free version.
Fanta removed sweetener from its sugar-free alternative earlier this year.
Suntory tweaked the flavour of its flagship Lucozade Original and Orange energy drinks.
While the amount of sugar in every bottle remains unchanged, the supplier swapped out the sweetener aspartame for sucralose.
OTHER DISCONTINUED ITEMS
Earlier this week, The Sun revealed that Alpen cereal bars have permanently disappeared from supermarket shelves.
The snack, usually topped with chocolate or yogurt, has been a staple in many Brits kitchen cupboards since the early noughties.
Alpen bars were also loved by many watching what they eat or following a Slimming World or Weight Watchers diet plan, as the treat was low in calories.
Alpen's entire cereal bar range, which includes Alpen Light and Alpen Delight has been discontinued.
However shoppers can continue to buy it's range of muesli, which costs around £3 from major supermarkets.
Cadbury also told us that its Fry Coffee Cream bars are no longer being sold in stores.
A spokesperson said: "We continuously adapt our product range to ensure it meets changing tastes whilst supporting growth for our customers and our business.
'Our Fry's Coffee Cream multi-packs were introduced as a limited-edition product in summer 2023 for fans to enjoy while stocks lasted.
"They have since been discontinued but we still have plenty of other delicious Fry's products for consumers to choose from, including Fry's Chocolate Cream and Fry's Peppermint Cream Multipacks."