Now my family comes from Nooooww(New)
Zealand, so any products I hear that have come from there I go out of my way to
try. I was born here in the land of Oz but often return to NZ to visit
family and some friends over there. Although since having the girls I have not
made a trip back there and missing it immensly. I think that is a main reason I
like to try their products, so I feel there is always a little bit of NZ at home.
The Collective yoghurts come from happy cows who live
on the island of natural wonder, Lord of the Rings film locations, fast ski
slopes, gay marriage and some of the cleanest air in the world - made by our
kiwi friends in New Zealand.
So when I was asked if I wanted to take part in a little trial by The
Collective, I just could not resist and was jumping up and down like a child in
a toy shop.
Greener pastures are just around the corner as
The Collective’s new range of ridiculously tasty yoghurt have just recently
launched into the shores of Australia.
This creamy dreamy yoghurt, available in convenient
170g tubs, offers a small taste of indulgence that is just perfect for an after
dinner treat with flavours like Russian Fudge and Apple Crumble.
Meanwhile, The Collective’s fruity-inspired gourmet
yoghurts; Rhubarb & Strawberry, and Passionfruit, will whisk you away to
summer days as the ‘Friesian’ weather sets in and your belly starts to
rumble.
The Collective yoghurts :
Contains live cultures including
acidophilus, bifidus and casei
Free from the nasties; No added
artificial colours or flavourings
Free of preservatives
Gelatine free
Vegetarian
Gluten-free
Handcrafted
… no bull!
I was lucky enough to sample all of the flavours that
The Collective have on our shores so far, so below I have gone into detail on
how much I loved or disliked the flavours (remember everyone’s tastebuds and
preferences are different and this is my personal opinion and nobody else’s.
Russian Fudge
No conspiracy here, this age-old classic
will take you right back to the school yard… it’s one wicked treat… decadent
you say, Ho Byn!
When they say wicked they are certainly not wrong J I
love chocolate, fudge and caramel and this is a perfect pair.. Although I am
not to sure what the difference would be between Aussie Fudge and Russian
fudge, but either way this was just great. I was not able to eat the entire tub
though and was more then happy to share this with my partner who licked the tub
clean.
Rhubarb and Strawberry
Strawberries; succulent and sweet, New
Zealand rhubarb; crisp and tangy… together; a flavour that should only be
described as a match made in heaven.
Now I can say I do know the difference
between strawberry jam from Aus and from NZ. I have never had a jam that tastes
like those you buy over in our sister country. This was my favourite yoghurt of
the lot and taste just like jam, yoghurt and crispy biscuits all wrapped into
the one tub! I went straight to my local Woolies to get myself some of this..
Only to find out they weren’t on the shelves yet haha IDIOT! Should read my
releases a little better.
Passionfruit
Succulent in flavour, this is a yoghurt
that delivers a kiss straight from the tropics. Seduce your tastebuds but not
your waistline.
I didn’t personally review this item and
instead handballed it off to the fat guts partner to have a crack! I know I can
trust his opinion and he is more honest then the pope! I am not a big one for
passionfruit in food, but I will eat them raw straight off the tree… But going
by him this was super yummy and taste like they had taken a passionfruit
straight off the tree and mixed it around with some yoghurt. Talking about their
yoghurt, this is a quality of yoghurt unlike any other that has entered my
mouth. I thought a previously reviewed yoghurt was the best thing EVER and
could not be beaten… But it just has (sorry) This yoghurt should win an award
or something!!
Apple Crumble
Fruity Fuji apple (from our grower in
Nelson) and cinnamon… a flavour combo guaranteed to transport you to the ‘best
pud’ moment. Guilt free, comfort food at its best.
One of the things I love about these yoghurts is when
you hit the jam like fruit that is in these yoghurts. I don’t mix it up, but
when I saw my partner eat the sample has mixed it all up and even added a
little mixed muesli in there. But the apple crumble was lovely and it almost
feels weird eating it cold as I am so used to eating apple crumble hot! Mmm but
it doesn’t taste like cooked apple but more a fresh apple just pureed, but that
may just be my tastebuds.
The Collective gourmet yoghurts as they are available
in Victorian Woolworth’s stores as well as independent outlets - RRP $2.35 for
a 170g tub.
For further information log on to http://www.thecollectivedairy.com/oz
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