August Box Degustabox

 Summer, good bye! You passed in a blink, with lots of adventures, challenges and happy (and not so happy) days galore. It's back to school in a few days, and oh boy, are we not looking forward to it.

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 August Box Degustabox?

Let's start with Product of the Month:

Tilda Garlic & Herbs rice (£1.54) is the latest addition to the range of Tilda rice. 

This fragrant garlic and herbs (basil, parsley, oregano) flavoured rice will make a delicious side dish, or base for one pan/pot dishes. Ready in just 2-3 minutes, it's a quick and easy meal.

I always have a couple of Tilda rice pouches in the pantry for the days, when I don't have time or energy to cook rice from scratch, and serve it with either salmon, Beef Stroganoff, sausages, roast vegetables or chicken dishes.

Nutritional values: 146kcal and 0.63g of salt per 125g (half a pouch).

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

Nongshim Shin Ramyun Spicy Chicken noodle (£1.20) is for fans of spicy noodles. Enjoy the authentic taste of Shin Ramyun chicken. It's super easy to prepare, it needs a few minutes of boiling water to preparer a quick meal.

Nutritional values: 408 kcal, 3.5g of salt and 3g of sugar per 100g.

Available in major supermarket chains.

These Korean instant noodles have lots of E-numbers in the list of ingredients. We were curious to try the dish, but it is very hot.

New Skittles Giants Gooey (£1.25) is the latest Skittles innovation. 

Filled with gooey citrus centre, these soft, fruity flavoured sweets will thrill all the Skittles fans.

Flavours included are strawberry, lime, lemon, blackcurrant and orange

Nutritional values: 392kcal and 76g of sugar per 100g.

Available across major supermarket chains.

Cadbury Brunch Light Orange/ or Honey & Oat bars (£1.35) are cereal bars made with wholegrain oats, crispies, orange zest and bran flakes, drizzled with honey and dipped in smooth milk chocolate.

Our older son loves cereal bars, and he was very happy with this lot.

Nutritional information: 93kcal and 4.5g of sugar per 26g bar.

Available in major supermarket chains. 

You should receive 1 item in your box.

Whatever Kidz Peppa Pig Little Choco Chip Cookies or Little Butter Biscuits (£1.50) are lovely sweet treats for little people. 

There are two flavours to choose from. You should receive 1 item of two, and we got Peppa Pig Butter Biscuits. They were buttery, light and not too sweet, which I appreciated.

Made with fibre and free from artificial colours and preservatives, they make a wholesome choice.

Typical values: 89kcal and 3.5g of sugar per 20g serving.

Available in Iceland.

Knorr Aromat Seasoning (£1.90) is an all purpose savoury seasoning.

Free from artificial preservatives and artificial colours, this seasoning offers a finely balanced blend of herbs and spices. Incredibly versatile with a wide selection of meals, you can also use it just like salt and pepper at the table.

Nutritional values: 165kcal and 7.1g of sugar per 100g.

Available in major supermarket chains.

Just Live a Little Raspberry, Coconut & Cashew Granola (£1.50) is a mix of golden gluten free oats with zingy and sweet raspberries, toasted cashews, coconut, pumpkin seeds, crisped rice and a dollop of almond butter.

Enjoy for breakfast with coconut yogurt and fresh fruit, or try making granola bars or cookies.

High in fibre, good for your gut, no refined sugar, vegan.

Nutritional information: 191kcal and 5.3g of sugar per 45g pouch. 

Available at Amazon and justlivealittle.com.

Ueshima Coffee Company Iced Latte/ or Iced Matcha Latte (£2) - the original canned coffee - is best served chilled. Created by their founder Mr Ueshima in 1966, this coffee has acquired a cult status among the iced coffee lovers.

Smooth and refreshing latte, brewed the Japanese way. 

Nutritional information: 75kcal and 10g of sugar per can; Rainforest Alliance certified coffee.

Available on www.ueshimacoffeecompany.com.

You should receive 1 item in your box (we got the Iced Latte).

SqueezeIt Apple & Blackcurrant/ Apple & Raspberry (£0.69) is a still juice drink with spring water.

In bright coloured soft squeezy bottles, these fun drinks and refreshing and vibrant.

Made with sweeteners (aspartame and saccharin), they are still too sweet for my personal taste.

Available in Iceland, Home Bargains, B&M, Heron Foods, Farmfoods and many more.

You should receive 2 items in your box.

Get More Vits Raspberry & Blueberry Multivits 330ml and Mango & Passionfruit Vitamin D 500ml (£0.85 and £1.25) are fruity, sugar-free soft drinks with a daily dose of vitamins.

These drinks make it easier to boost your vitamin intake.

Sugar-free, low calorie and made with UK spring water and natural fruit flavours, Get More Vits are refreshing and flavourful.

Available from most major UK supermarkets.

You should receive 2 items in your box.

What is your favourite product in the latest Degustabox?