Unilever has reverted to its original Flora recipe in response to negative consumer feedback after it introduced a new version of the spread in early 2012.

Patty Essick, brand building director for Unilever’s UK spreads business, said the company had changed the recipe to improve Flora’s health credentials and “the product experience”.

However, she added: “Since then, we’ve received feedback from our most loyal fan base stating a strong preference for us to bring back the taste they loved.”

While Unilever is returning Flora to its original taste, it is also maintaining the improved health credentials, Essick said.

From this month, Flora will be running a “back to the taste you love” campaign that will include on-pack communications, couponing and a money-back guarantee. The company also revealed it will launch a “multi-million pound” marketing campaign for Flora later this year.

In response to the news, one Facebook user yesterday posted on the Flora brand page: “17 months to work out what we were telling you from day one. Anyway, welcome back all is forgiven.”

How well do you really know your competitors?

Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.

Company Profile – free sample

Thank you!

Your download email will arrive shortly

Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample

We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form

By GlobalData
Visit our Privacy Policy for more information about our services, how we may use, process and share your personal data, including information of your rights in respect of your personal data and how you can unsubscribe from future marketing communications. Our services are intended for corporate subscribers and you warrant that the email address submitted is your corporate email address.