News you can trust since 1817

World's most expensive jar of Marmite unveiled with fans to be given the chance to win it

Fans of one of Britain's most divisive products are in for a treat after it was announced that the world’s most expensive jar of Marmite has been unveiled.

Published: February 5, 2018
Categories:

The 18ct gold-plated jar was valued at £1,500 by independent valuators, Boningtons Auctioneers.

The popular (or unpopular depending on what side of the fence you sit) brand has created the one-off luxury item to honor those who love the yeast spread, following the recent research from one of the UK’s leading genetics labs, DNAFit which found that Brits are genetically predisposed to loving or hating Marmite.

Marmite

Picture: Marmite

Dipped in 18ct gold, the plated jar weighs in at a whopping 498g, engraved to replicate the style of the famous 250g glass jar and will be given away to one lucky fan.

 

 

Those who are keen to get their hands on the golden wonder will need to simply download the augmented reality treasure hunt app, Snatch, for a chance to win. There, they will be treated to an exclusive AR experience from Marmite.

Marmite

Picture: Marmite

Free to download and play, Snatch works by using a player’s smartphone location paired with augmented reality to transform their surroundings into an interactive playground.

Players compete to capture parcels and claim real prizes hidden within this virtual world.

Cromlix, Dunblane, restaurant review - we visit Andy Murray's refurbished five-star hotel

As well as the Golden Marmite jar, there are also 1,000 personalised Marmite jars to be won, available for one week only from today 5th February to Sunday 11th February.

For extreme Marmite lovers who may have some spare cash lying around, for the month of February, Marmite will be selling a limited-edition jar topped with an 18ct gold-plated lid, developed with Engravers Guild of London.

Priced at  £145.00 the unique jars are available to purchase at social.marmite.co.uk, the made-to-order jars take up to 21 days to create.

Ondine Oyster & Grill Edinburgh's new head chef Jake Hassall answers our food questions

Driven by a passion for all things drinks-related, Sean writes for The Scotsman extensively on the subject. He can also sometimes be found behind the bar at the world famous Potstill bar in Glasgow where he continues to enhance his whisky knowledge built up over 10 years advising customers from all over the world on the wonders of our national drink. Recently, his first book was published. Dubbed Gin Galore, it explores Scotland's best gins and the stories behind those that make them.

Let us know what you think

comments

Copyright ©2023 National World Publishing Ltd
Cookie SettingsTerms and ConditionsPrivacy Policy
crossmenu linkedin facebook pinterest youtube rss twitter instagram facebook-blank rss-blank linkedin-blank pinterest youtube twitter instagram