LJM:
We bought these a couple of days ago. Havent had then for ages and they are just not the same as they used to be. They have absolutely no flavour whatsoever - the red part just tastes like ice. They also seem smaller than they used to be. I think they are different due to having no artificial colourings/flavours etc now so probably better for you but we much preferred the originals.
I have to agree - I think sometime last year they took out all the good artificial colourings meaning that like you say, the red part doesn't really taste of anything any more. The chocolate isn't as good either, plus you get less sprinkles on each lolly.
This drive to rid foods like ice lollies and sweets that are SUPPOSED TO BE BAD FOR YOU of any kind of articifial additives and colourings is basically ruining the product :(
I blame the media brainwashing parents!
A hot deal nonetheless.