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Yazoo Choc Mint returns

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Yazoo is bringing its popular Choc Mint back to UK shelves. Previously available as a limited-edition, the brand said the Choc Mint flavour was a hit with shoppers and demand has driven its return to the range with a consumer-driven bottle design increasing visibility in-store. The variant will be available in standard and price-marked packs …

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