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Oppo Brothers has launched a new range of low-calorie, vegan ice cream sticks under the name Oppo Refreshed.

The products aim to combine the creaminess of ice cream with the fruit-forward refreshment of sorbet.

Available in three flavours, the sticks contain 49 calories each and are Nutriscore A rated. Each variety is made with a high fruit content, reported to be double that of the nearest competitor.

The full range includes: Sicilian Lemon & Strawberry, made with Sicilian lemons and a strawberry swirl; Alphonso Mango & Passionfruit, features Alphonso mango purée and a passionfruit swirl; and Raspberry Coulis Swirl, uses high-quality raspberry purée and a tangy coulis swirl.

Harry Thuillier, Oppo’s founder, commented: “So far, ice cream treats have either been refreshing or indulgent. Water ices are great but don’t cut it when you’re looking to treat yourself. Chocolate covered sticks deliver on the indulgence but lack refreshment. We’ve smashed both sides of the category together to deliver a totally new experience."

"With summers getting hotter, finally here’s a treat that’s both refreshing and indulgent, and happens to have fewer calories too.”

Oppo Refreshed is currently available via Ocado, Booths and Amazon Fresh.