Alpen (food)

Alpen is a brand of cereal products that are produced by Weetabix Limited. The brand is primarily known for its range of muesli products, which are sold in various countries around the world.

History

The Alpen brand was first launched in the United Kingdom in 1971 by Weetabix Limited, a company that is known for its whole grain wheat breakfast cereals. The brand was created as a response to the growing popularity of muesli in the UK, which was seen as a healthier alternative to traditional breakfast cereals.

Products

Alpen's product range primarily consists of muesli, which is a type of cereal that is typically made from a mixture of oats, fruit, and nuts. The brand offers several different varieties of muesli, including Alpen Original, Alpen No Added Sugar, and Alpen Light. In addition to muesli, Alpen also produces a range of cereal bars.

Alpen Original

Alpen Original is the brand's flagship product. It is a muesli that is made from a blend of whole grain wheat and oats, combined with a variety of fruits and nuts. The product is known for its high fiber content and low levels of added sugar.

Alpen No Added Sugar

Alpen No Added Sugar is a variant of the brand's original muesli that is made without any added sugars. Instead, the product is sweetened with natural fruit juices.

Alpen Light

Alpen Light is a lower-calorie version of the brand's original muesli. It is made with the same ingredients as the original product, but in smaller quantities to reduce the overall calorie content.

Nutritional Information

Alpen's products are generally considered to be healthy breakfast options due to their high fiber content and low levels of added sugar. However, like all cereals, they should be consumed as part of a balanced diet.

See Also

• Weetabix
• Muesli
• Breakfast cereal