December Box Degustabox

 It feels like it was only yesterday that we were anticipating Christmas, and now the New Year's eve is over, and January began in earnest. The school holidays are over, and nobody is looking forward to the early mornings.

Degustabox is a monthly food and drink subscription box. It's an excellent way of discovering new products which have only just appeared in the shops, or those which have been around for a while, but you haven't had a chance to try them yet.

Thanks to Degustabox, I have found new favourites to add to our shopping list, including some products which I otherwise wouldn't have tried.

Each time a monthly box arrives, its contents are a total surprise. You get a good selection of foods and drinks.

If you haven't tried Degustabox subscription box yet, and would like to have a go, I have a £3off discount from your first box (and you can unsubscribe any time), just use code DKRLN when placing an order. 

What did we get in December Box Degustabox?

Heinz Soup is the Product of the Month. You should receive two tins, French Onion Soup and Broccoli and Stilton/or Spicy Parsnip soup.

Heinz French Onion Soup (£1.70) is a classic soup, full of flavour. It has onion pieces and a splash of red wine to enrich the taste of this traditional dish. Serve it with a garlic cheese toast of cheese croutons on top. What a lovely winter meal!

If you're not overly keen on soups, and prefer stews, use a tin of soup as an ingredient for a comforting beef or pulses stew.

No artificial colours or preservatives, it is also low in fat and sugar. Vegetarian. 

Typical values: 46kcal and 4g of sugar per 1/2 can.

Available in Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, ASDA and on Ocado.

Heinz Spicy Parsnip Soup (£1.70, see above) is a low sugar, low fat vegetarian soup. Sweet parsnips are gently cooked with carrots, onions, as well as warming spices, like chilli and red pepper.

Soups are made for cold weather, and this parsnip soup will be a comforting meal after a long walk in the cold.

Nutritional values: 74kcal and 4.9g of sugar per 1/2 can.

Available at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Iceland, ASDA and Ocado.

Maggi Chicken Flavour Instant Noodles (£2) makes a quick and easy meal, filling and flavourful. Make a bowl of noodles, by just adding boiling water and it's ready in 3 minutes. Add any garnishes, and a squeeze of lime juice, and enjoy. 

Chicken flavour noodles are low in saturated fat, and are suitable for vegetarians. There are no artificial colours, or preservatives added.

Typical values:272kcal and 1.47g of salt per serving.

Available in ASDA, Iceland, B&M, Poundland and Lidl.

KnorrBeef Gravy Pot (£2.25) contains quality ingredients and real meat juices to enhance a meat-based family meal. Think a traditional Sunday roast, or beef Stroganoff. It will enrich a simple vegetable or mushroom soup, and you can also stir it into a risotto.

The gravy pot recreates the authentic flavour of rich homemade gravy in minutes.

Contains no added MSG and free from artificial colours and preservatives.

Typical values: 15kcal and 1g of salt per 70ml.

Available in the major supermarket chains such as Tesco, ASDA, Sainsbury's, and Ocado.

Dr Will's Tomato Ketchup (250g or 500g) or Bacon Ketchup or BBQ Sauce or Mango Sriracha Hot Sauce or Vegan Mayo (£3.50) - you will receive one of these condiments in the box.

We got Dr Will's Sweet Mango Sriracha sauce. It is all natural, gluten free, vegan friendly, keto friendly, sweetened naturally. The sauce itself is a combination of sweet and spicy, and is recommended to be used in tacos, sandwiches, wraps. You could also stir it in stews, rice dishes or roasted vegetables.

Nutritional values: 8kcal and 1g of sugar per 15g.

Available in Tesco, Waitrose, Ocado, Co-Op, Selfridges, Whole Foods Market and more.

Brand new Alpen Delight bars (£0.59p each) are made with creamy rolled oats, wholegrain wheat flakes and crispy rice, blended with delicious inclusions and coated with a smooth chocolate layer. You should receive 2 items in your box.

Alpen Delight Chocolate Caramel & Shortbread/Raspberry Rocky Road are lovely sweet treats. Whether you're feeling peckish while on the go, or just want a sweet treat with your tea or coffee, grab a bar and enjoy.

Nutritional values: 92kcal, and 5.3g of sugar per bar

Available in all major supermarket chains.

Tony's Chocolonely Littl' Bits Milk Chocolate Sea Salt Biscuit (£3) is a twist on their best-selling chocolate bar - it's a delectable blend of crunchy caramel in a layer of creamy milk chocolate, with an added bonus of buttery cookie pieces.

My boys appreciated the Littl' Bits. While I salute Tony's brand credentials and an admirable mission, I do find Tony's chocolate a tad too sweet for me. 

Available in all major supermarket chains.

Typical values: 157kcal and 15g of sugar per 30g serving.

Kellogg's Crunchy Nut Chocolate Mocha Flavour Granola (£3) is a new addition to the Kellogg's range. This unusual granola is infused with an aromatic coffee flavour, and will please the coffee lovers.

It's more of a grown up flavour (my sons don't like coffee or coffee-flavoured confectionery, so were not keen on trying the new granola).

This Barista edition granola is made with wholegrain, and contains no artificial colours or flavours. It's a mix of coffee flavoured oat clusters with almonds and milk chocolate curls.

Typical values: 225kcal and 9.5g of sugar per 45g serving.

Get More Vits Orange, Mango & Passionfruit Multivitamin Squash/ or Summer Fruits Multivitamin Squash (£2.50) is a brand new addition to Get More Vits range. 

Pour 1 part squash to 4 parts water or more to prepare this flavourful drink. 

Typical values: 3kcal and 0.4g of sugar per 100ml diluted squash.

Great for the whole family, the squash contains 20% fruit juice, no added sugar, and each serving contains 50% of your daily dose of vitamins, including vitamin D.

Available in Tesco and ASDA.

You should receive 1 item in your box.

And finally, Eisberg Alcohol Free Wine Sparkling Rose (£4) is perfect for the Dry January, or any other occasion, when you want a festive drink without alcohol. 

Just before Christmas we had a bottle of Eisberg Mulled Wine, and it was just right, with all the fruity flavours.

Eisberg Alcohol Free starts as a regular wine, with the alcohol gently removed. Eisberg is available in an inspiring range of wine varieties. Vegan and low calorie too.

Available in Tesco, Morrisons, Co-Op, Ocado and Amazon.

What was your favourite product in the Degustabox December Box?