Meridian Foods has announced the launch of a new 10kg “mega tub” of peanut butter.
The UK-based brand specializes in palm oil-free nut and seed butters. The new release coincides with Peanut Butter Day, which falls on Friday, January 24. The tub is available for a limited time only.
“Meridian believes doing good tastes better and that you don’t need to use palm oil to create delicious natural nut butters,” a Meridian spokesperson said in a statement. “Not only is it deliciously nutty in taste and texture, but it’s also a natural source of protein and energy. So, your household can work your way through our new 10kg tubs to your heart’s content – the perfect way to celebrate Peanut Butter Day.”
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Is peanut butter vegan?
Despite what the name suggests, there is no dairy in traditional peanut butter recipes, and the vast majority of brands are suitable for vegans.
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Many do, however, use palm oil, which acts as an emulsifier and thickener. Palm oil is technically vegan as it isn’t animal-derived, but some vegans choose to avoid it due to the huge impact it has on the environment and wildlife.
A growing number of brands, including Meridian, are distancing themselves from palm oil, as it becomes increasingly notorious among the public. Pip & Nut is another notable example of peanut butter that doesn’t include palm oil in any of its products.
You can buy the 10kg peanut butter tub from the Meridian website.
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