‘Disappeared’: Popular Arnott’s product hit by ‘supply issue’

Arnott’s has revealed one of its most popular products has been hit by a major issue, causing stock to disappear and leaving Aussies furious.

Australians have been left “furious” after an iconic biscuit brand confirmed one of its most popular products has been hit with supply issues.

Arnott’s Nice have disappeared from supermarket shelves, with some shoppers reporting their local store has had no stock of the beloved biscuit “for months”.

Availability at Coles and Woolworths, where the sweat treat is sold for $2.50 for a 250g packet, has been so low some Aussies feared the biscuits had been discontinued.

In response, Arnott’s issued a statement to worried fans, explaining there has been a “temporary delay in supply”.

“Rest assured, our delicious Nice biscuits will be back on supermarket shelves in the coming weeks after experiencing a temporary supply delay,” an Arnott’s spokesperson told news.com.au.

Arnott’s has confirmed a ‘supply issue’ is behind the disappearance of its popular Nice biscuits from supermarket shelves. Picture: news.com.au

But the confectionary company’s reassurance appears to have fallen flat with customers, as many noted there was no return date or explanation given on what caused the nationwide stock problem.

One disgruntled Aussie took to the Growing up in Australia Facebook page to discuss the “biscuit shortage”, prompting others to air their frustrations.

“My local supermarket haven’t had them for months,” one shared.

“Should never be like this in Australia when the biscuits are made in Queensland,” raged another.

As another speculated: “Have noticed at my local supermarket there’s not as much of a variety biscuits, they are all gradually disappearing. Most of the favourite ones have disappeared off the shelves over the years.”

One nifty shopper pointed out Nice lovers can buy a Arnott’s Family Favourite variety pack to get their biscuit fix in the meantime. However, the pack also includes Milk Arrowroot, Butternut Snap, Scotch Finger, Chocolate Ripple, Teddy Bear and Milk Coffee biscuits.

Some Aussies aren't happy about the 'biscuit shortage'. Picture: Supplied

It’s not the first time the humble Nice biscuit has captured attention, with many unable to agree on the pronunciation of the Aussie icon.

But while some pronounce it “N-ice”, others reckon it sounds more like “niece”. So which one is correct?

Arnott’s confirmed the correct way is “niece”, revealing it was named after the French city of Nice.

“Nice biscuits were named after the city in the South of France and pronounced the same as that city,” Arnott’s clarified back in 2020.

It is reported that the biscuit was invented in around 1860, and were a favourite of Queen Victoria.

It’s believed she took a stash with her to the French city of Nice, which resulted in its name.

It then joined the Arnott’s range from 1922.