Mars Milkshake (Iceland) by @Cinabar

The flavour of the nougat in a UK Mars bar is hard to describe. It’s distinctive, I know it well and can almost taste it just by thinking about it. Yet, it’s difficult to categorise precisely; I would say, however, that it’s definitely not malt.

This new drink, a Mars Milkshake in a can, comes sweetened with artificial sweeteners, which I know might deter some people. Personally, I don’t mind sweeteners, as they help keep the calories down, though I realise some would rather have real sugar. The can suggests giving it a gentle shake, so I did just that before taking my first sip.

The flavour is pleasant, with chocolate and caramel notes that aren’t too sweet, and a hint of malt. Chocolate and malt complement each other nicely, so the overall taste was enjoyable. However, I didn’t feel it truly captured the iconic Mars bar flavour. It was close and certainly tasty, but for me, it wasn’t quite a perfect match. Still, it makes for a nice, lower-calorie treat.