M&S brings back 80s chocolate bars shoppers have ‘been waiting years’ for

A chocolate range from the 80s is re-launching (Picture: Matt Cardy/Getty Images Europe) Back in May, M&S shoppers got excited over the return of the Choc-O-Sandwich Cake, which was last sold by the supermarket in 1985. And now, the retailer is relaunching yet more nostalgic treats. From July 22, four retro chocolate bars will reappear on M&S shelves: Jet, Now, Sparks and Coconut Grove. First sold as part of M&S’ 80s confectionary range, they’ll be a welcome return for those who remember snacking on them the first time around. The bars, which are priced at just £1 each, feature the St Michael logo — a brand owned and used by M&S between 1927 and 2000. The supermarket say the new chocolates build on the hype around Take 4, the four-finger wafer bar that returned to stores last winter. Ask Metro Use AI to go deeper into the stories you care about – powered by Metro and trusted publications. Online social media users are thrilled to see the bars back, with British Bake Off winner Candice Brown writing on Instagram: ‘Coconut Grove all day long.’ M&S have kept the retro colours and packaging from the original bars (Picture: M&S) User Rona McMurtrie was also excited by the tropical offering, writing: ‘Coconut Grove! Now that brings back a few memories.’ And @sazmottstoke said: ‘Whoa! I loved Sparks and Coconut Grove… run!’ There’s a lot of love for the other bars too, with commenter Andrew Carey writing: ‘Been waiting for Sparks to return for years!’ Which of these retro St Michael chocolate bars are you most excited to try? Sign up to Metro's The Slice newsletter for your guide to what's on in London, with trusted reviews, offers and giveaways. Meanwhile, Jude Bennett said: ‘Omg the Now bar is back.’ And @lynnsm99 had one simple request, begging M&S to ‘stop this delicious madness’. We know the feeling. Can’t wait to get your hands on the bars? Here’s everything you need to know about their return. The St Michael brand was iconic in the 20th century (Picture: M&S) What do the retro chocolate bars taste like? Jet, is a milk chocolate with soft nougat, peanut and caramel bar. Now is milk chocolate with biscuit and caramel. The Sparks bar consists of milk chocolate with soft nougat and caramel. The Coconut Grove is milk chocolate bar with a soft coconut centre. Individual full-size bars are £1 each, while the minis’ multipacks are £4. A M&S spokesperson told Metro: ‘After the brilliant response to the return of Take 4 last year, we wanted to dig a little deeper into our archives and revisit more of the chocolate bars customers loved the first time around. ‘With their original St Michael packaging designs and flavours inspired by the much-loved bars of the 80s, Jet, Sparks, Now! and Coconut Grove are a delicious nod to the past – giving some customers the chance to rediscover an old favourite and others the joy of trying them for the very first time.’ The 80’s are making a comeback (Picture: M&S) The launch is in response to M&S Food research of 40,000 customers, which revealed that 76% of Brits are drawn to products that remind them of childhood. The treats can also be purchased through online supermarket retailer Ocado, who have a range of M&S food. Though prices can differ. In other M&S news, the retailer opened its biggest ever Foodhall in the UK in Godalming, Surrey last week. All the bars use Fairtrade milk chocolate (Picture: M&S) The supermarket has also reopened a central London store, and it’s posher than ever (even for M&S). Deals of the Day Wuka launches the UK’s first period-proof swimwear for heavy flows Bridgerton fans are rushing to buy these new Netflix-inspired perfumes now £12 off The affordable summer wardrobe update you'll wear from rooftop drinks to beach holidays The £7.99 lip balm beauty fans love for glossy, hydrated lips just dropped four new shades This Keskine hydrogel mask could fix your summer skin And, if you consider yourself a true chocolate connoisseur, check out Metro’s chocolate taste test — and no, Cadbury was not the winner. More food news from Metro Do you have a story you’d like to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@metro.co.uk Arrow MORE: Brits are obsessed with the USA’s ranch dressing — here’s how to make it Arrow MORE: Zara’s cheaper sister brand to open first UK store in northern city this summer Arrow MORE: The best summer shoes for men to keep your feet cool during the heatwave The Slice Your free newsletter guide to the best London has on offer, from drinks deals to restaurant reviews.