Shoppers divided over roast potato mayo spotted at supermarket saying ‘I can’t tell if this will be delightful or awful’
SHOPPERS have been left divided after they spotted a roast potato mayonnaise on the shelves of one supermarket.
The divisive product was launched as part of Asda’s festive range alongside a range of other themed items.
The roast potato flavoured condiment has however caused a stir on social media, with some commenting that they can’t tell if the product will be “delightful” or “disgusting.”
Garnering thousands of comments on social media, one customer tagging her friends on Facebook wrote: “How stunning does this sound.”
Another user added they were “all over this.”
Some have already purchased the sauce and said it is “absolutely delicious.”
It even prompted others to visit their nearest store store, saying “off to Asda now.”
Some have even planned how to incorporate it into their meals, with one person saying they could use this to “make a Christmas dinner leftovers sandwich at teatime.”
Another said: “Sounds perfect in a ready salted crisp sandwich or with a stuffing sarnie.”
One person even thought about how the sauce could be “banging in a homemade potato salad.”
But not everybody shared this same sentiment.
One person said: “I may need to try this, sounds disgusting but I love a roast tattie.”
Another added: “Why? What’s the point? Just have roast potatoes with proper mayo.”
The product is currently retailing at £1.10 at Asda stores according to the chain.
It described the sauce as a light creamy mayonnaise, with roast garlic, onion and rosemary which gives it its festive flavour.
The mayo was launched as part of the supermarket giant’s Christmas range, which also includes mince pies and camembert-flavoured crisps.
The Sun tried out some of these products earlier this month, including the seven different types of mince pies that will feature in stores.
This includes the return of its Brown Butter & Rum Mince Pies as well as a brand new Toffee Apple Spiced flavour.
Selected products from the 500 item strong Christmas range are available in stores and online now.
For further product details of the festive range, Asda’s Christmas food and drink Look Book can be viewed online here.
Funky condiments have been around long before Asda’s new sauce.
Earlier this month, Heinz launched its Monster Munch pickled onion flavoured mayo.
The “scarily good” collaborative product was created ahead of Halloween celebrations in October.
Asda itself also launched a chip shop curry mayonnaise earlier this year.
How to save at Asda
Shop the budget range
Savvy shopper Eilish Stout-Cairns recommends that shoppers grab items from Asda’s Just Essentials range.
She said: “Asda’s budget range is easy to spot as it’s bright yellow! Keep your eyes peeled for yellow and you’ll find their Just Essentials range.
“It’s great value and I’ve found it has a much wider selection of budget items compared to other supermarkets.
Sign up to Asda Rewards
The savvy-saver also presses on the importance of signing up to Asda’s reward scheme.
She said: “Asda Rewards is free to join and if you shop at Asda you should absolutely sign up.
“As an Asda Rewards member, you’ll get exclusive discounts and offers, and you’ll also be able to earn 10% cashback on Star Products.
“This will go straight into your cashpot, and once you’ve earned at least £1, you can transfer the money in your cashpot into ASDA vouchers.
We’ve previously rounded up the best supermarket loyalty schemes – including the ones that will save you the most money.
Look out for booze deals
Eilish always suggests that shoppers looking to buy booze look out for bargain deals.
She said: “Asda often has an alcohol offer on: buy six bottles and save 25%.
“The offer includes selected bottles with red, white and rose options, as well as prosecco. There are usually lots of popular bottles included, for example, Oyster Bay Hawkes Bay Merlot, Oyster Bay Hawkes Bay Merlot and Freixenet Prosecco D.O.C.
“Obviously, the more expensive the bottles you choose, the more you save.”
Join Facebook groups
The savvy saver also recommends that fans of Asda join Facebook groups to keep in the know about the latest bargains in-store.
Eilish said: “I recommend joining the Latest Deals Facebook Group to find out about the latest deals and new launches in store.
“Every day, more than 250,000 deal hunters share their latest bargain finds and new releases.
“For example, recently a member shared a picture of Asda’s new Barbie range spotted in store.
“Another member shared the bargain outdoor plants she picked up, including roses for 47p, blackcurrant bushes for 14p and topiary trees for 14p.”