Iconic brand confirms popular soup is discontinued - and fans are begging the company to post the

AN iconic soup brand has announced one of its most beloved supermarket meals is gone for good, and shoppers are not happy about it.

For years, Campbell’s has made its name as the go-to brand for any soup craving that might hit.

The Scotch Broth was one of the most interesting and adored soups from the company, so it was a shock to many customers when the item promptly disappeared from stores altogether.

The hearty Scotch Broth was made with mutton broth, carrots, barley, water, and potatoes alongside seasoned cooked lamb.

Best of all, many health-conscious shoppers loved it because it was low in fat, cholesterol, and sugar.

Unfortunately, the delicious soup will likely never make its return to pantries again, as Campbell Soup Company confirmed the fan favorite was gone when a customer complained.

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“After many years of letter writing, scotch broth soup is officially dead,” one shopper wrote to the brand on Twitter.

“So can you post the recipe so I can make it? You don’t want it, but others do.”

In response, Campbell attempted to explain the decision to axe the soup staple.

“This product has been discontinued,” Campbell confirmed in a tweet to the concerned shopper. “We don't like to discontinue items that may be a staple in your home.

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“We sometimes discontinue certain items so we can focus our efforts on upcoming offerings,” the company continued. “Your feedback is appreciated. We'll let our team know you'd love to see it return.”

While the recipe has never been leaked to the public, several other shoppers shared their love for the special soup in reviews online.

“I grew up with the soup - it was our 'sick' soup - if we were sick Scotch Broth was brought out to make us better,” one wrote in an Amazon review.

Another shared how the soup changed the game when it came to having both a hearty and healthy meal time:

“Campbell's Scotch Broth has been one of my favorite soups for 40 years,” the reviewer said.

“It has just the right balance between hearty and diet-conscious. I add half a can of water to a whole can of condensed soup and it's a delicious, filling lunch for under 250 calories.”

ALTERNATIVES TO THE FAMOUS SOUP

If you’re one of the shoppers looking to replace the beloved Scotch Broth in your home pantry, Campbell’s might have another compelling option for you.

The Campbell’s Condensed Soup version of its Chicken Gumbo might have a similar vibe with a spicy chicken taste.

The soup is available for just $1.48 at Walmart.

It is blended together with rice, and chicken alongside a generous portion of celery, okra, and peppers in a savory chicken broth.

The soup might not perfectly replace the lamb-flavored mutton broth you know and love. Still, it’s a tasty alternative.

Likewise, Herb-Ox Granulated Beef Bouillon is on sale for just $1.57 at your local Walmart, and it could provide the similar beefy flavor shoppers found in the well-known Scotch Broth.

OTHER DISCONTINUED ITEMS

Shoppers have also noted the discontinuation of several other favorite items at grocers across the country.

Aldi’s fan-favorite fried fruit pies claimed the hearts of customers nationwide, but in recent months the dessert has been missing in stores.

There is hope they could make a comeback, though.

“BACK THOSE FRIES PIES/TURNOVERS! Please,” one passionate shopper tweeted to the store.

Aldi replied: “Noted! Fingers crossed they make a come-back for ya!”

The store’s popular parmesan-encrusted tilapia fish also seems to have vanished from store shelves without any warning from the company.

Aldi confirmed on its Twitter account the item is no longer available, promising to let "buyers know right away" that the fan favorite was being missed.

And in what’s been hugely upsetting news for those with celiac disease, Aldi also confirmed its gluten-free bagels were permanently discontinued.

Customers have already been calling out the retailer for the controversial decision.

One wrote on Twitter: “That’s just downright WRONG.”

Another told the chain, “We started shopping at Aldi BECAUSE you had gluten-free bread and bagels. Discontinue them… then we have NO reason to go to Aldi.”

Items tend to be discontinued due to low customer demand and overall unsatisfactory sales performance.

However, sometimes, supply challenges can play a role, forcing a store to simplify its product offerings.

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