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ITV News
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- ITV News
The ultimate summer cocktails in a can
They're the passion project that went from being a teacher's side hustle to the number 1 selling single-serve cocktails in a can. So, Helen McGinn is here to showcase the viral BuzzBallz cocktails as well as the rest of the best on-the-go drinks to tickle your taste buds. Advertisement. We earn commission from some links on this page. When you click on a link, our affiliate partner sets cookies - you can opt out here. Our full disclosure notice is here. Prices correct at time of publication. Buzzballz Cocktails, £4 El Rayo Tequila & Tonic 12 Pack, £39 Whitebox Cocktails Spicy Margarita, £5 Fever-Tree & Papa Salt Blood Orange Gin Spritz, £2.90 Barbuoy Negroni, £4.50 M&S Marksologist Smoked Pineapple Daiquiri, £3.50 Terms and Conditions for more information.
Metro
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Iconic 00s product back on supermarket shelves after 10 years away
Oasis is back, baggy jeans are cool, and Cher Horowitz will soon hit screens once more in a Clueless TV reboot — the 90s revival has officially reached its peak. But the cherry on top comes in alcopop form, as the Barcardi Breezer is making a comeback after 10 years away. The iconic drink – a fizzy concoction of Bacardi rum and fruit flavouring – was first launched in 1993, and quickly became a staple for young people. For a while, every student unions and sweaty nightclub dancefloor was a sea of brightly-coloured glass bottles, with punters lapping up the sweet, low-alcohol offering. As the years went by however, alcopops fell out of favour, and the Breezer was eventually discontinued in 2015. Millennials have been getting by on cocktail tinnies and BuzzBallz ever since, but Bacardi's announcement of a UK return offers a welcome taste of nostalgia. The new iteration of Breezer is now available in bars and stores nationwide, priced at £2 for a 275ml bottle. With a slightly lower alcohol content than before (3.4% compared to 4%) it comes in three familiar flavours: Zesty Orange, Zingy Lime and Crisp Watermelon. The bottle itself is familiar too, designed in the same signature shape by Bacardi in an effort to evoke 'happy memories of good times'. Following successful launches of a number of axed 90s favourites – from Hooch to Reef – it looks like the alcopop craze is being reignited once more. More Trending And the brand is hoping to appeal to Gen Z audiences as well longtime fans. 'We know there is a lot of love for Breezer in the UK and we are confident a new generation of consumers will fall in love with the new Breezer,' said Steve Young, business unit director for Bacardi in the UK & Ireland. 'RTDs (ready-to-drink products) are booming, however, the FAB (flavoured alcoholic beverage) category could do with a bit more excitement. By bringing back Breezer, we're definitely putting the fruity taste into FAB. View More » 'The early response from our trade partners has been overwhelmingly positive. Everyone is excited to see Breezer back for the summer.' Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ MORE: We found one of the best deals on London's seafood scene – £1 oysters MORE: M&S has dropped a 'phenomenal' new bakery item and it's already selling out MORE: Get 1.36kg of chocolate bars for less than 22p each during Amazon July Prime Days Your free newsletter guide to the best London has on offer, from drinks deals to restaurant reviews.
Scottish Sun
05-07-2025
- Health
- Scottish Sun
I tried ‘dangerous' Buzzballz cocktails loved by Gen Z – just a couple would leave me on the floor
Scroll down to find out why a nutritionist says the premixed beverages are 'the worst' drinks for your health she has ever come across BUZZING FOR BUZZBALLZ I tried 'dangerous' Buzzballz cocktails loved by Gen Z – just a couple would leave me on the floor Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) IN a kaleidoscope of colours and fruity flavours, BuzzBallz are fast becoming the alcoholic tipple of choice among Gen Z this summer. But experts warn the Instagram-worthy orbs are misleadingly boozy, with staggeringly high sugar and carb contents. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 BuzzBallz are fast becoming the alcoholic tipple of choice among Gen Z this summer Credit: NNP The snazzy cans are small enough to fit into a handbag and available for as little as £2.99. However, nutritionist Rachael Gray warned the premixed beverages were 'the worst' drinks for your health that she had ever come across. She told the Sun on Sunday: 'Drinks like these affect the body in all kinds of ways. 'They cause inflammation and dehydration and over time will damage the liver and eyesight. 'They look so appealing. 'You can see how they would appeal to children, which is really worrying. 'The carb and sugar content of these drinks is extremely high. 'For such a small drink, they are very alcoholic. 'That's dangerous as, if you are young, you might not think to look at the volume. 'They don't even look particularly like they're alcoholic. Brits reveal their most underrated parts of a night out with pals 'They could easily be mistaken for an energy drink.' BuzzBallz contain up to 288 calories and 26g of sugar per 200ml drink, making them among the least healthy on the market. They are also a boozy 13.5 per cent proof — as strong as wine. The sugar content, however, means it is much easier to knock them back. There are seven flavours, including Tequila 'Rita, Chili Mango and Pornstar Martini, and their unique packaging makes them stand out on the supermarket shelves. The cans are available at mainstream shops such as Sainsbury's, Morrisons and Asda, but are cheapest at Aldi, where they cost £2.99. In the past year, sales have tripled due to their affordability and social media presence. TikTok is full of 'before and after' videos demonstrating their effects. One woman, who sank just two of the sugary blends, revealed: 'I have never had a hangover like that in my life. 'I was paralytic.' Another claimed: 'I felt like I'd just drank gasoline.' And a third said: 'I actually don't think those are fit for human consumption.' Snow globe Teacher Merrilee Kick, from Texas, came up with the idea for BuzzBallz while marking papers by the pool in the mid-2000s. It was a baking hot day and the 62-year-old fancied a cocktail in a plastic container rather than a fragile glass. Her inspirations for the eye-catching cans were the spherical shape of a snow globe and some tennis balls. Merrilee, who has two adult sons, got a loan to finance her business and enlisted the help of her family to launch it. BuzzBallz are now sold across the world and, in April 2024, the company was sold for around $500million. Here, we taste test some of the flavours and hear from two women with very different opinions on the tipple. Tequila 'Rita (18g sugar, 219 cals) 'This citrusy cocktail tastes like a toxic Sprite. It's refreshing, but gulp it too fast and it's in danger of taking the skin off the roof of your mouth.' 6 Victoria Williams said: 'This citrusy cocktail tastes like a toxic Sprite' Credit: NNP Strawberry 'Rita (18g sugar, 220 cals) 'I could easily neck the entire drink in less than a minute. It's sweet, potent and delicious. A few more of these and I will be on the floor' 6 Victoria said: 'I could easily neck the entire drink in less than a minute. It's sweet, potent and delicious' Credit: NNP Choc Tease (26g sugar, 279 cals) 'This tastes like a slightly low-rent Baileys. It's creamy, sweet and incredibly boozy. I just want to pour it into an ice-filled tumbler.' 6 Victoria said: 'It's creamy, sweet and incredibly boozy. I just want to pour it into an ice-filled tumbler' Credit: NNP 'PERFECT FOR BEACH AND FESTIVALS' COLLEGE student Izzy Lopez, 19, reckons BuzzBallz are the perfect boozy refresher on long, hot days. Izzy, who lives in Ealing, London, and is studying IT, said: 'BuzzBallz are the must-have drink for Gen Z this summer, especially at festivals and on beach holidays, and they're easy to carry and drink. 6 Izzy Lopez reckons BuzzBallz are the perfect boozy refresher on long, hot days Credit: Olivia West 'The containers and colours are cool and you can pop them in your bag and enjoy one when you're out. 'I like the sweet taste and in some shops they're less than £3. 'It's a cool cost-of-living-beating cocktail for Gen Z. 'All my friends are talking about them. 'They evoke a sense of fun, they're great as a party starter and you can keep the balls afterwards for candle holders. 'They don't taste like alcohol but still give you a fun party buzz. 'My mum loves them too. 'We have a giggle because we're not really drinking we're 'buzzing'.' 'JUST TWO DRINKS KNOCKED ME OUT' MUM-OF-TWO Cindy Powell knows all too well just how dangerous the drinks can be. The 22-year-old said she was 'knocked out' by just a couple of cans at a family party. 6 Cindy Powell said she was 'knocked out' by just a couple of cans at a family party Credit: Roland Leon She explained: 'Just two hit me hard almost immediately. 'I was knocked out and slept for hours. 'What stunned me was how fast I felt the effect – I hadn't even been tired. 'I'm not a big drinker, but two small drinks having such a dramatic impact was scary. 'I woke up feeling dizzy and disoriented. 'Don't be fooled by fun names like Strawberry 'Rita or one looking like chocolate milk. 'Just because they look like toys, you still need to be safe. 'When I found out they had over 13 per cent alcohol, I was shocked.'
The Sun
05-07-2025
- Health
- The Sun
I tried ‘dangerous' Buzzballz cocktails loved by Gen Z – just a couple would leave me on the floor
IN a kaleidoscope of colours and fruity flavours, BuzzBallz are fast becoming the alcoholic tipple of choice among Gen Z this summer. But experts warn the Instagram -worthy orbs are misleadingly boozy, with staggeringly high sugar and carb contents. The snazzy cans are small enough to fit into a handbag and available for as little as £2.99. However, nutritionist Rachael Gray warned the premixed beverages were 'the worst' drinks for your health that she had ever come across. She told the Sun on Sunday: 'Drinks like these affect the body in all kinds of ways. 'They cause inflammation and dehydration and over time will damage the liver and eyesight. 'They look so appealing. 'You can see how they would appeal to children, which is really worrying. 'The carb and sugar content of these drinks is extremely high. 'For such a small drink, they are very alcoholic. 'That's dangerous as, if you are young, you might not think to look at the volume. 'They don't even look particularly like they're alcoholic. Brits reveal their most underrated parts of a night out with pals 'They could easily be mistaken for an energy drink.' BuzzBallz contain up to 288 calories and 26g of sugar per 200ml drink, making them among the least healthy on the market. They are also a boozy 13.5 per cent proof — as strong as wine. The sugar content, however, means it is much easier to knock them back. There are seven flavours, including Tequila 'Rita, Chili Mango and Pornstar Martini, and their unique packaging makes them stand out on the supermarket shelves. The cans are available at mainstream shops such as Sainsbury's, Morrisons and Asda, but are cheapest at Aldi, where they cost £2.99. In the past year, sales have tripled due to their affordability and social media presence. TikTok is full of 'before and after' videos demonstrating their effects. One woman, who sank just two of the sugary blends, revealed: 'I have never had a hangover like that in my life. 'I was paralytic.' Another claimed: 'I felt like I'd just drank gasoline.' And a third said: 'I actually don't think those are fit for human consumption.' Snow globe Teacher Merrilee Kick, from Texas, came up with the idea for BuzzBallz while marking papers by the pool in the mid-2000s. It was a baking hot day and the 62-year-old fancied a cocktail in a plastic container rather than a fragile glass. Her inspirations for the eye-catching cans were the spherical shape of a snow globe and some tennis balls. Merrilee, who has two adult sons, got a loan to finance her business and enlisted the help of her family to launch it. BuzzBallz are now sold across the world and, in April 2024, the company was sold for around $500million. Here, we taste test some of the flavours and hear from two women with very different opinions on the tipple. Tequila 'Rita (18g sugar, 219 cals) 'This citrusy cocktail tastes like a toxic Sprite. It's refreshing, but gulp it too fast and it's in danger of taking the skin off the roof of your mouth.' Strawberry 'Rita (18g sugar, 220 cals) 'I could easily neck the entire drink in less than a minute. It's sweet, potent and delicious. A few more of these and I will be on the floor' Choc Tease (26g sugar, 279 cals) 'This tastes like a slightly low-rent Baileys. It's creamy, sweet and incredibly boozy. I just want to pour it into an ice-filled tumbler.' 'PERFECT FOR BEACH AND FESTIVALS' COLLEGE student Izzy Lopez, 19, reckons BuzzBallz are the perfect boozy refresher on long, hot days. Izzy, who lives in Ealing, London, and is studying IT, said: 'BuzzBallz are the must-have drink for Gen Z this summer, especially at festivals and on beach holidays, and they're easy to carry and drink. 6 'The containers and colours are cool and you can pop them in your bag and enjoy one when you're out. 'I like the sweet taste and in some shops they're less than £3. 'It's a cool cost-of-living-beating cocktail for Gen Z. 'All my friends are talking about them. 'They evoke a sense of fun, they're great as a party starter and you can keep the balls afterwards for candle holders. 'They don't taste like alcohol but still give you a fun party buzz. 'My mum loves them too. 'We have a giggle because we're not really drinking we're 'buzzing'.' 'JUST TWO DRINKS KNOCKED ME OUT' MUM-OF-TWO Cindy Powell knows all too well just how dangerous the drinks can be. The 22-year-old said she was 'knocked out' by just a couple of cans at a family party. 6 She explained: 'Just two hit me hard almost immediately. 'I was knocked out and slept for hours. 'What stunned me was how fast I felt the effect – I hadn't even been tired. 'I'm not a big drinker, but two small drinks having such a dramatic impact was scary. 'I woke up feeling dizzy and disoriented. 'Don't be fooled by fun names like Strawberry 'Rita or one looking like chocolate milk. 'Just because they look like toys, you still need to be safe. 'When I found out they had over 13 per cent alcohol, I was shocked.'
Scottish Sun
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Love Island's Indiyah reveals who she still speaks to from the villa – and the big rule she and Dami broke
She broke a huge rule on her first date - did you spot it? DOING BITS Love Island's Indiyah reveals who she still speaks to from the villa – and the big rule she and Dami broke LOVE Island's Indiyah has revealed who she still speaks to from the villa. The ITV2 star also revealed the big rule that she and Dami Hope broke whilst in Majorca. Advertisement 6 Indiyah Pollack rose to fame on season eight of Love Island Credit: Rex 6 She came in third place along with her boyfriend Dami Hope Credit: Rex 6 The personality admitted that the duo broke a huge rule with alcohol once in the villa Credit: BuzzBallz UK Indiyah Polack, 26, rose to fame in the eighth series of the long-running dating show in 2022. She came in third place with her fellow co-star and has gone on to have a huge career outside the villa. The reality personality is the co-host of the official podcast, Love Island: The Morning After with fellow former islander Amy Hart. Any contestant competing on the show follows a strict set of rules that have been put in place by the producers. Advertisement When going on dates or taking part in parties within the villa, usually the contestants are allowed only one drink. However, Indiyah has revealed that she and Dami did break this rule on their first date. "There was a bottle of champagne on the table and we thought it was there for aesthetics," she admitted. "But we found out it was real and necked the whole bottle. It was fun for our first date!" Advertisement Because of this rule, the star admitted that the raucous group parties that are depicted on the show are far more tame in real life. When asked about the villa garden parties, she exclaimed: "No they are not as fun as they look - shout out love island for making them look so fun! Love Island star reveals life changing health diagnosis and reveals fears it will ruin career "We're probably dancing for like 10 minutes and then we have to go and get on with our chats. The star also admitted that she is still close to a number of stars from her series of Love Island. Advertisement When asked who she would invite to a reunion, she admitted: "Probably Ekin, Tasha, Andrew - even though he and Tasha aren't together anymore - he is a great guy. She continued: "Jacques [too], Ikenna I'm still close to, surprisingly, and he's friends with Dami. The media personality also admitted that she has a penchant for BuzzBallz cocktails when partying out with her pals. When asked which flavour is her favourite, she admitted: "Tequila Rita! I love tequila and I love margaritas. Advertisement "Green is the closest to my favourite colour blue but we haven't got the blue ones in the UK yet… watch this space!" You can learn more on the BuzzBallz website and follow on Instagram @buzzballz_uki. 6 On their first date, the pair shared a whole bottle of champagne Credit: ITV 6 This is despite the fact that contestants are usually only allowed one drink each Credit: Rex Advertisement
