ALDI is selling Baileys dupes in flavours inspired by a range of iconic chocolates for just £7.49 a bottle. The limited edition delights are already hitting shelves and are perfect for Christmas .

The budget super chain has debuted its new "Sip and Sparkle" range, including a bunch of sweet treats. Announcing the line, the brochure said: "Get ready to spark up the good times with friends and family." The headline product is the Ballycastle "country cream", which fans have identified as an equivalent to beloved tipple Baileys .

But while a 70cl bottle of the original stuff will set you back £16.50 at Tesco, the Aldi dupes are less than half the price at £7.49.

READ MORE MOTORS NEWS The supermarket has introduced a bevvy of new flavours for the festive season. There's a standard white chocolate version, as well as a "milk chocolate peanut butter" which looks to be inspired by Reese's Pieces . Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how you can save money on your Christmas shopping.

Limit the amount of presents - buying presents for all your family and friends can cost a bomb. Instead, why not organise a Secret Santa between your inner circles so you're not having to buy multiple presents. Plan ahead - if you've got the stamina and budget, it's worth buying your Christmas presents for the following year in the January sales.

Make sure you shop around for the best deals by using price comparison sites so you're not forking out more than you should though. Buy in Boxing Day sales .