Is Arctic Colin the Caterpillar worth buying?:
We asked kids and grown-ups to try out the new frozen Colin dessert and find out if he can live up to the £16 ...
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Which? tests Arctic Colin in a family taste testThe frozen dessert is available from M&S and Ocado; Which? assessed it in a family taste test.
Key FactsSep 9, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: which.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: which.co.uk
- Marks & Spencer launched Arctic Colin as a frozen version to mark Colin the Caterpillar’s 35th anniversary.
- The 765g dessert costs £16, serves eight according to M&S, and should be removed 40 minutes before serving.
- The family test found adults liked the ice cream and sauce, while children overall preferred the original cake.
- A 96g serving contains 25.2g sugar and 18.2g saturated fat, exceeding the recommended daily sugar limit for children.
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