– ALDI unveils incredible line-up of 54 new Irish products
– Available in ALDI stores nationwide for from September 11th
Following a nationwide call-out for Ireland’s most ambitious entrepreneurs in the food and drinks industry in January, 30 suppliers from across Ireland have been announced as Grow with ALDI finalists with their products now set to go on sale in 164 ALDI stores nationwide.
From September 11th, for a two-week period, Irish shoppers will have the opportunity to discover and enjoy the best of Irish products in their local ALDI store. From award-winning pesto to zesty herbal tea, locally made sweet treats and artisan cream liqueur, the 54 products on sale reflect Ireland’s dynamic and diverse food and drinks industry. This year’s finalists span 15 counties across the island with each product a testament to their innovation, passion and uncompromising quality.
Following this trial period, ALDI will award contracts to a select number of lucky winners. These finalists will continue to be stocked as Specialbuys for the remainder of the year. For now, ALDI is encouraging shoppers to champion independent Irish producers and pick up their favourite Grow with ALDI products in store while stocks last!
Delivered in partnership with Bord Bia, Grow with ALDI is now in its eighth year and is a leading developmental platform for Irish suppliers. The programme provides invaluable industry mentorship and retail guidance, aimed at fostering the growth and sustainability of small to medium-sized Irish businesses. Since its inception in 2018, ALDI has invested over €10 million into the programme, helping elevate Irish-made products to new levels of success.
The Grow with ALDI 2025 finalists are:
| Barry John Sausages | Chip Shop Curry Sausages €3.99 | Cavan |
| Draynes Farm | Honeycomb Ice Cream €5.49
Cookies and Cream Ice Cream €5.49 |
Antrim |
| Foodies Food Kitchen | Chicken Liver Pâté €2.99
Duck Liver Pâté €2.99 |
Down |
| Foxes Bow | Foxes Bow Irish Whiskey €5.99 (100ml) | Limerick |
| Garnacha | Chipotle Salsa €3.99
Mild Salsa €3.99 |
Dublin |
| Golden Sister | Apple Cider Vinegar €2.99 | Armagh |
| Greenfield Yogurt | Natural Live Yogurt €1.99 | Cork |
| Happy Hour Foods | Churros €3.79 | Dublin |
| Healthii Kitchen | Salted Caramel Protein Energy Balls €3.99
Lemon Drizzle Energy Balls €3.99 |
Derry |
| Holmes Bakery | Honeycomb Bars €3.49
Caramel Fingers €3.49 |
Armagh |
| Kookee | Spotaí Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix €3.79
Double Chocolate Cookie Mix €3.79 |
Louth |
| Le Skinny Chef | Red Pesto €4.49
Wild Garlic Pesto €4.49 |
Laois |
| Mella’s Fudge | Vanilla Irish Butter Fudge €2.49
Salted Caramel Irish Butter Fudge €2.49 |
Cork |
| Melting Pot Fudge | Traditional Fudge Bar €2.99
Vanilla Fudge Bar €2.99 Salted Caramel Fudge Bar €2.99 |
Antrim |
| Nik’s Tea Ltd. | Spicy Chai €2.99
Organic Lemon & Ginger €2.99 |
Dublin |
| Nutorious Nutrition | Goji Bites €3.99 | Wexford |
| OatCo Superfuel | Caramelised Biscuit Energy Balls €2.79
Hazelnut Chocolate Energy Balls €2.79 Pistachio Crispy Energy Balls €2.79 |
Tyrone |
| O’Donohue’s Bakery | Penny Loaf Irish Soda Bread €3.99
Penny Loaf White Bread €3.99 |
Offaly |
| Poco Picante | Squeezy Salsa Roja €3.99
Squeezy Salsa Chipotle €3.99 |
Fermanagh |
| Portillas Café | Comuna Community Coffee Ground / Wholebean €4.49 | Antrim |
| Sadie’s Kitchen | Chicken Bone Broth €4.49 | Dublin |
| Seafood Deli | Traditional West Cork Fish Pie €4.99 | Cork |
| Slims Healthy Kitchen | Sticky Chicken with Wholegrain Rice Ready Meals €5.99
Chilli Beef Wedges Ready Meals €5.99 |
Antrim |
| Super Nature Snacks | Peanut Butter Cups €2.25
Hazelnut Clusters €2.25 Chocolate Covered Almonds €2.25 |
Dublin |
| The Bold Chef | Beef Loaded Crunchy Taco Fries €4.99
Chicken Loaded Crunchy Taco Fries €4.99 |
Antrim |
| The Good Dairy Company | Kindermoo Artisan Farm Ice Cream €4.49
Toffee Caramoo Artisan Farm Ice Cream €4.49 |
Cork |
| Two Stacks | Two Stacks Double Irish Cream Liqueur €24.99 | Armagh |
| Whoosh | Thai Red Curry Rice Noodles €3.49
Thai Tom Yum Rice Noodles €3.49 |
Derry |
| Wild Fuschia | Irish Scone Mix €2.99 | Donegal |
| Wood Fire & Green | Burger Sauce €3.99
Wing Sauce €3.99 Blue Cheese Dip €3.99 |
Dublin |
Speaking about the finalists of Grow with ALDI 2025 programme, Rachael O’Connor, ALDI Buying Director, said: “We are delighted to announce this year’s Grow with ALDI finalists. With 30 suppliers and 54 new products set to hit shelves, it is proof that the Irish food and drinks industry continues to thrive. At ALDI, we’re proud to champion emerging producers – offering them a national platform while bringing our customers high-quality Irish-made products. We greatly look forward to welcoming these fantastic new products into stores nationwide – our shoppers are in for a real treat!”
Commenting on Grow with ALDI finalist announcement, Eimear Hurley, Global Business Development Team, Bord Bia, said: “Bord Bia is proud to support the Grow with ALDI programme in its eighth year. The programme continues to champion Irish suppliers, offering them a valuable platform to showcase their products and grow in a competitive food and retail market. This year’s finalists have demonstrated exceptional quality and innovation, and I wish them every success during their trial period in ALDI stores nationwide.”
Get ready to support Irish! Pop into your local ALDI to discover this year’s Grow with ALDI range from September 11th while stocks last!