From Irish Black Butter yoghurt to extra mature cheddar: Tesco adds new Northern Ireland dairy products
(L-R) Irish Black Butter’s International Ambassador Alastair Bell, PRM Group Key Account Sales Development Manager Gary Hopkins, David Thompson, Buying Manager – Dairy at Tesco Northern Ireland and Clandeboye Estate Yoghurt Commercial Director Patrick Black.
Tuesday 13 October 2026
Tesco Northern Ireland is expanding its range of locally produced dairy products, with new yoghurt, flavoured milk and award-winning cheddar being introduced in stores and online.
The additions bring together established Northern Ireland food producers, including a collaboration between Clandeboye Estate Yoghurt and Portrush-based Irish Black Butter, alongside new products from Belfast’s Millar Moo and Dale Farm’s Dromona range.
The launches give shoppers more choice while creating additional opportunities for local food businesses to reach customers across Northern Ireland.
Clandeboye Estate teams up with Irish Black Butter
Madagascan Vanilla & Irish Black Butter Greek Style Yoghurt - £1.05
The new product combines the rich, creamy taste of vanilla yoghurt with the natural sweetness of Irish Black Butter
Among the new arrivals is Clandeboye Estate Madagascan Vanilla & Irish Black Butter Greek Style Yoghurt, combining two distinctive Northern Ireland products.
Despite its name, Irish Black Butter contains no dairy butter. The Portrush-produced speciality is a rich, spiced apple preserve, traditionally associated with autumnal flavours.
The new yoghurt combines Madagascan vanilla with the distinctive flavour of the preserve, following a collaboration between the two local brands.
Patrick Black, Commercial Director at Clandeboye Estate Yoghurt, said:
“We’re thrilled to launch our new Madagascan Vanilla & Irish Black Butter Greek Style Yoghurt in Tesco Northern Ireland.
“Working with Irish Black Butter to create the recipe was a fantastic experience, and we were delighted by the feedback when we sampled it at this year’s Balmoral Show. Having worked with Tesco Northern Ireland for nearly 15 years, we are pleased to celebrate this launch.”
(L-R) Irish Black Butter’s International Ambassador Alastair Bell, PRM Group Key Account Sales Development Manager Gary Hopkins, David Thompson, Buying Manager – Dairy at Tesco Northern Ireland and Clandeboye Estate Yoghurt Commercial Director Patrick Black.
Alastair Bell, Irish Black Butter’s International Ambassador, welcomed the partnership.
He said:
“We’re excited to collaborate with Clandeboye Estate Yoghurt, bringing together two distinctive local brands to celebrate quality, provenance and great taste.”
Millar Moo expands flavoured milk range
Millar Moo Milk Drink – Chocolate and Strawberry 500ml - £1.70
A smooth and creamy milk drink for milkshake lovers everywhere.
Belfast-based Millar Moo is also introducing two of its bestselling flavoured milk drinks in larger 500ml glass bottles.
The new products will be available in chocolate and strawberry flavours, both in Tesco stores across Northern Ireland and online.
Founded in 2019, Millar Moo already supplies Tesco with its 250ml canned flavoured milk range, which is available as part of the retailer’s Meal Deal.
The introduction of the larger bottles marks another step in the local company’s retail expansion.
(L-R) Millar Moo Founder Clarke Millar, David Thompson, Buying Manager – Dairy at Tesco Northern Ireland and Millar Moo Director Andrea Millar.
Founder Clarke Millar said:
“We’re so pleased to bring our 500ml glass bottles to Tesco Northern Ireland in two of our bestselling flavours.
“As a Belfast-produced brand, it’s fantastic to see our range growing with Tesco and reaching even more shoppers.”
Award-winning Dromona cheddar joins shelves
Dromona Extra Mature Cheddar 200g - £2.30
Award-winning cheese with a real depth of character, with a fuller, more intense flavour and distinctive crunch.
Completing the new additions is Dromona Extra Mature Cheddar, produced in Portadown using milk sourced from local dairy farms.
The cheese has already received national recognition, having been named Best Irish Regional Cheese at the Virtual Cheese Awards and awarded a Gold Star at the Great Taste Awards.
The launch also coincides with a significant milestone for Dale Farm, which is marking 30 years of working with Tesco.
(L-R) David Thompson, Buying Manager – Dairy at Tesco Northern Ireland and Dale Farm Channel Manager Ben James.
Ben James, Channel Manager at Dale Farm, said:
“Our Extra Mature Cheddar has real depth of character, with a fuller, more intense flavour and distinctive crunch.
“We’re ecstatic to mark our 30-year partnership with Tesco by bringing this award-winning cheese to shoppers across Northern Ireland.”
Supporting Northern Ireland food producers
Tesco said the new additions reflect its ongoing relationships with Northern Ireland suppliers, from smaller independent businesses to established dairy producers.
(L-R) Millar Moo Founder Clarke Millar, Clandeboye Estate Yoghurt Commercial Director Patrick Black, PRM Group Key Account Sales Development Manager Gary Hopkins, David Thompson, Buying Manager – Dairy at Tesco Northern Ireland, Millar Moo Director Andrea Millar, Dale Farm Channel Manager Ben James and Irish Black Butter’s International Ambassador Alastair Bell.
David Thompson, Buying Manager – Dairy at Tesco Northern Ireland, said:
“Northern Ireland has an incredible food and drink sector, and we’re proud to support local suppliers of all sizes to help showcase their products in our stores.
“These launches are a great example of the great quality and innovative products coming from local producers as they expand and update their ranges.
“Our customers value being able to pick up quality locally sourced products when shopping in store and online; we look forward to seeing how they respond to the new additions.”
The expanded range brings new flavours and familiar local brands to Tesco shoppers, while highlighting the continued development of Northern Ireland’s dairy and speciality food sector.
