Irish Plant-Based Brand The Happy Pear Announces UK Retail Launch
The Happy Pear, a plant-based brand based in the Republic of Ireland, has announced an upcoming expansion into UK retailers. Founded 20 years ago by twin brothers Dave and Steve Flynn, The Happy Pear’s stated mission is to help people eat more vegetables. The brand’s ambient products — a line of high-fibre granolas and vitamin drinks — will be the first to launch in the UK, and there are plans to expand this range. Additionally, the brand hopes to extend the launch to its popular chilled products, which include pesto and hummus. All the products are said to be made with 100% natural ingredients and feature sustainable packaging. The launch comes after The Happy Pear successfully raised €2.5 million in the space of just ten …