Find out what Mumsnet testers thought of Biotiful Dairy’s new range of drinks and snacks

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This is the feedback thread for the 400 Mumsnetters with children aged 1 - 12 who have been testing out Biotiful Dairy’s new cultured dairy drinks and snacks. 200 Mumsnetters were asked to test Biotiful Kefir Quark Squeezy snack in Vanilla Cheesecake flavour and Strawberry Cheesecake flavour, and 200 other Mumsnetters were asked to test Biotiful Kefir Slurpy drink in Strawberry flavour and Mango flavour.

Here’s what Biotiful Dairy have to say: “Biotiful Dairy, the UK’s No.1 in gut-friendly Kefir drinks and snacks, is launching two seriously tasty ranges for kids, a Kefir Slurpy drink in a resealable pouch and Kefir Quark Squeezy snack in a fun, squeezable tube. Made only with whole British milk, live cultures and real fruit, with absolutely no sugar added across the ranges, they are guaranteed to be loved by parents and littles ones alike. The Kids Kefir range has exceptional benefits: gut-friendly, source of protein, natural ingredients and essential vitamins & minerals. Kids Kefir Slurpy pouches are available in Strawberry and Mango flavours; and Kids Kefir Quark Squeezy tubes come in Strawberry Cheesecake and Vanilla Cheesecake. Both are great for lunchboxes and are freezable.”

Testers, please give your feedback by answering the questions below as well as completing the survey we have emailed you:

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?
2. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?
3. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?
4. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

All selected testers who give the required feedback will be entered into a prize draw where one lucky Mumsnetter will win a £300 voucher for a store of their choice (from a list).

Thanks and good luck!
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1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?
We (DD, 5) tried the Mango Kefir Slurpy pouch and the Strawberry Kefir Quark Squeezy tube

2. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?
DD loved them both. She had the strawberry squeezy tube as a snack after dinner and took the mango pouch to school to have at morning break. I'd be worried about the tube bursting in her school bag but the pouches are ideal.

3. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?
I thought they were quite expensive. I'd prefer to buy them in a multi pack for a better price.

4. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?
Yes, because DD loved them.

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

Kids (DD, 1 and DS, 7) tried the Strawberry cheesecake pouch and the Strawberry Squeezy tube

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

DD liked both, DS preferred the strawberry drink said would be easy to have at after school clubs or with breakfast

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

The price is a little steep so that would mean i wouldnt buy every week. Ds felt the cheesecake one was over sweet tasting. DD loved it but she has a sweet tooth it seems!

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

Yes, I do think this is a healthy and convenient product but I could see the price point putting some people off

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

• Kefir Quark Squeezy snack in Vanilla Cheesecake flavour
• Kefir Quark Squeezy drink in Strawberry Cheesecake flavour

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

We thought they were very easy to use. My daughter and I loved the strawberry flavour drink - it was like a dessert (!) although we weren't as excited about the vanilla snack (although it was nice).

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

Nothing.

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

Definitely - it's tasty and more important, has health benefits. Great for an after-school or pre-activity snack.

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

We (Ds, 6 and Dd 3) tried the Mango Kefir Slurpy pouch and the Strawberry Kefir Quark Squeezy tube

2. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

They both enjoyed them, thought they were a bit like a yougurt style food. My dd is obsessed with yogurt so this was a good alternative for her. I think an apricot flavour would be a big hit here.

3. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

They are quite expensive and the rate my kids get through snacks I would be bankrupted pretty soon!

4. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

The kids loved them and they are good alternative healthy snack, I would just be concerned that the price would put some people off.

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

The mango and strawberry slurpy drinks

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

Tasted nice and fruity and not too sweet. Handy in pouch form.

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

Nothing!

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

Yes, my child and I really liked them. I have since bought more for me to take to work!

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

We tested the mango slurpy drink and the squeezy strawberry cheesecake snack (and when these went down a storm, we went back for more and also picked up the squeezy vanilla cheesecake snack, which was less of a hit)

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

After his first mouthful of the strawberry cheesecake he shouted YUMMY YUMMY, GET IN MY TUMMY, which I can tell you is a ringing endorsement from my nearly-4yo. However he didn't quite finish the strawberry squeezy, unlike the mango slurpie which he demolished and asked for more of- so I think on balance the mango wins.

I give my son probiotics every day, and this product will be an excellent adjunct to that, and we will buy it again.

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

The packaging felt a little it flimsy around the seal- it was almost as if product was trying to seep out, and it made me worry about the safety and security of the seal. No complaints about the flavours, which I thought were very good- challenging for a younger child's palate (quite tart/ yoghurt tasting) but not too overpowering.

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

Yes, and I have already recommended the range to friends and family, as being a delicious and healthy snack for kids, that's a good alternative to fruit or yoghurts.

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

The strawberry and mango slurpy drinks

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

Pouch, so my child is used to using these, he seemed to enjoy them too....aka finished both within a few minutes!

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

I thought that they would be a little thicker, would probably prefer a thicker consistency

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

I would speak about it as a snack if my friends asked

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try? We tried the slurpy drinks in strawberry and mango
2. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

I love that they have active cultures in them. They also tasted great

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

They are quite pricy

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

Yes I would, healthy and flavoursome. I would only buy them when they were on offer though

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try? We tried the slurpy strawberry and the squeezy vanilla cheesecake.
2. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?'

The strawberry slurphy went down well. My son was familiar with the packaging, saying he'd had these yogurts before. He said it was 'yummy' and 'fruity'.

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

However, the vanilla squashy was 'yucky' and 'tasted like cheese'. i tried a little myself and it was a strange texture. I also didn't like the packaging as I thought it looked like the paper near the top where it joined the foil was greasy.

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it? I would recommend the slurpy as I liked the ingredients and it went down well, though I do worry about it being not recyclable in my area. I would probably eat it myself as I have ulcerative colitis and have been thinking of trying kefir.

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

We ended up testing the wrong ones - the slurpy pouches in strawberry and Mango - as the cheesecake tubes were wrecked, this may be local to our Sainsbury’s but they were all either burst or leaking through so I’d definitely feed that back. It was a shame are I was planning on buying all four products because I think this is a great concept and I’m trying to reduce sugar in the kids snacks.

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

They were creamy and fruity but not sickly. More importantly the kids devoured them in a few seconds with no complaints.

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

Nothing about the ones I tried but as mentioned above the packaging on the cheesecake snack ones needs looked at, there is no way I’d risk them in a lunchbox at present.

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

Yes I definitely would recommend the pouches - the no added sugar plus gut health benefits really sell it to me. I would be keen to try the snacks at some point in the future.

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

Strawberry cheesecake and strawberry drink

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried? They were tasty, not too sweet and easy for lunchboxes.
2. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried? Nothing
3. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it? Because it was a healthy snack which the children enjoyed.

1 Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test. Which flavours did you try? We tried the strawberry cheesecake squeezey snack and the strawberry drink (not exactly what we were supposed to but could not find vanilla cheesecake snack anywhere!)
2 What did you like about the products and the flavours you tried? Ds absolutely loved these. He thought they tasted just like yogurt which is high praise from him!
3 What did you dislike about the products and flavours you tried ? Very little. D's struggled a little at first with the squeezey snack packaging.
4 if you would recommend to others why? Would definitely recommend and will be buying again. Healthy low sugar snack that ds absolutely loved.

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

Vanilla and strawberry cheesecake squeazy snacks.

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

My children (2 and 3) devoured both of them. Easy packaging for little ones. 3 year old DS can be a bit funny about foods being too sweet but he was more than happy with the strawberry cheesecake one.

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

Children were very happy. I found the flavours a little artificial.

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

Quick healthy snack, a little different time the normal.

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

The slurpy pouches - Strawberry and mango flavours.

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

Not too sweet, nice size.

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

Not keen on that type of packaging. I'd understand if they were bigger and you needed to reseal but at the size they were I can't see if being necessary. Would be better to keep to a more environmentally friendly packaging.

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

It's much more preferable than other yoghurt type snacks of the same type given it has the marketed beneficial bacteria rather than just kids type yoghurt. I was pleased they weren't overly sweet but they are still a sweet snack so wouldn't be an everyday thing. I'd be happy to buy them and so would have no problems recommending them.

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

We tried the strawberry and vanilla cheesecake snacks.

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

Both my girls enjoyed both flavours and finished them off pretty quickly. The packaging was a novelty. I liked the fact it was good for their gut and less sugar.

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

On a personal note I don’t think either of the flavours tasted of cheesecake! although they were nice.

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

Healthy kids snack, less sugar, healthier.

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

Kefir Slurpy - strawberry and mango

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

My daughter really liked the strawberry flavour. She also liked the packaging, especially that it's easy to eat and you don't need to wash a spoon.

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

My son thought the mango flavour was horrible. He gave it to his sister, and she ate it, but much preferred the strawberry.

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

It's healthy and not too sweet. It's easy to pack as a snack for school or weekend activities. I wouldn't recommend the mango, though.

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

The slurp pouches in strawberry and mango.

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

The flavour was tasty and not too sweet. My son liked the lid and pictures of strong muscles on the packaging. He was interested to hear about the good bacteria too.

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

Unfortunately like other pouch products, there was a bit of mild peril when the lid was off but before it was eaten, and for that reason it’s too risky for a school lunchbox. Good for a snack at home or whilst out though. Would be good to see an alternative to the single use plastic bits of the packaging. Difficult to find in the supermarket - tucked on a bottom shelf - and short use by dates make them less practical.

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

Yes - a good way to get protein and into their diet and not too sweet. A change from yoghurt and easy to transport.

We tried the slurpy drink in Strawberry and mango flavour.

These tasted really nice, just like a drinkable yoghurt. They were not too sweet and I liked that they didn't contain any added sugar.

They are a little on the expensive side. For better value, I think that these should be available in a multipack.

I've already recommended these to a few friends. They would be great for packed lunches and as healthy on the go snacks

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

We tried the kefir slurpy drink in strawberry and mango flavours.

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

The flavours were tasted like the actual fruit and were not too sweet or cloying. Both my 1 and 6 year olds enjoyed them, and in the words of the toddler "yum. More again." I liked that the products were well packaged and thought the design looked nice.

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

Nothing about the taste. The mango pouch seemed harder to open but that's probably me.

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

For sure I would absolutely recommend. Perfect for days out, travelling and a good way to introduce good bacteria.

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

We tested the slurpy pouches, one of each flavour. Also tried a strawberry squeezey tube just to see!

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

Dd liked the pouches and the flavours, she’s had yogurt pouches in her packed lunch before, they’re convenient. I liked that they are good for gut health, something I’ve been hearing lots about and have worried I’m not doing enough about.

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

Only downside I can see to the pouches is the packaging environmentally, trade off for convenience I suppose.
We bought the squeezey tubes ourselves as well, my ds thought it was delicious and a proper treat but dd hated it!

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

A great way to make lunch that little bit healthier.

We tried the squish snacks in strawberry and vanilla flavours. My children loved both flavours. I loved the fact that they weren't too sweet and didn't contain loads of sugar. I didn't dislike anything and have already bought more!!! I would defiantly recommend. I thought the price point was about right for a premium product.

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

We tried the kefir slurpy drink in strawberry.

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

The strawberry flavour was very nice, not too sweet but very tasty.

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

Nothing, would like to see more flavours

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

Great for lunch boxes and to get good bacteria into my children. I will definitely buy.

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

Strawberry slurry drink but couldn't find the mango in store.

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

LOVED it! Perfectly creamy and not too sweet or sour. Exactly why I love the adult range too.

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried?

Nothing (though would prefer it was available eg 4 for £2 as 75p each is quite expensive)

1. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it?

Tastes great, handy and mess free, ni added sugar, natural ingredients.

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try?

My DC tried the Strawberry Cheesecake slurpy and the Mango pouch.

1. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried?

Ds1 liked the recyclable packaging for the Strawberry Cheesecake but found it too sweet. Ds2 liked everything about the mango.

1. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried? See above
2. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it? I would recommend at the right price, it is a healthy alternative to sugary yoghurts.

1. Which Biotiful Dairy product did you and your child test? What flavours did you try? Squeezy snack in strawb cheesecake and mango
2. What did you like about the products and flavours that you tried? Tasted lovely, kids really liked them
3. What did you dislike about the product and flavours that you tried? Nothing really to dislike, id prob go for slurpy in future as less messy with young kids
4. If you would recommend Biotiful Kids Kefir to others, why would you recommend it? Yes as they taste nice, kids loved them and good source of protein and calcium