Spar wholesaler James Hall is rolling out its Milk Shed vending machine offer across four more company-owned stores this year.
The Ann Forshaw’s-branded concept, which offers fresh whole milk and flavoured milkshakes supplied by Alston Dairy, made its convenience debut at Spar Milnthorpe in November.
Last week, it launched at Spar Derwent in Keswick, with a wider rollout to take place at Spar Bowness, Spar Maryport, and Spar Whitehaven across Cumbria soon.
The 24-hour service dispenses pasteurised and non-homogenised fresh milk in 500ml or one-litre servings, priced at £1 and £1.60 respectively.
Milkshakes are available at £1.80 for a 500ml size or £2.80 for a one-litre serving. They come in five flavours: Chocolate, Strawberry, Banana, Vanilla, and Salted Caramel.
A sixth limited-edition milkshake flavour will also be on rotation to complement the core range, James Hall said, including Red Velvet for the week running up to Valentine’s Day.
February half-term will also showcase “retro throwback flavours”, the business added, including Cream Soda, Parma Violet, Cola, Lime, Candy Floss, and Mixed Berry.
Ann Forshaw’s and its associated Alston Dairy was acquired by James Hall in December 2022.
“Wherever we launch an Ann Forshaw’s Milk Shed, our Spar customers love the concept, and we have high hopes that our latest launch will be lapped up by the community in Keswick,” said James Hall company stores director Fiona Drummond.
“We are also rapidly rolling out Milk Sheds across Cumbria as we believe the concept and the products are right for the market. We are very excited to launch Milk Sheds at our company-owned Spar stores in Bowness, Maryport, and Whitehaven soon to bring a point of difference to our offer.
“There is nothing not to like about the product. The milk is competitively priced, and the milkshakes are a delicious treat and suitable for all ages with the conscious decision to utilise natural flavourings.”
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