TV firm launches aphrodisiac popcorn

An aphrodisiac popcorn has been created for Valentine's Day.

Popcorn company Cheeky Frog has joined forces with film and TV streaming service Blinkbox to create the product, which is called 'Lights, Popcorn, Action!' and features chocolate, ginger and ginseng, of which the latter two are said to be "powerful aphrodisiacs".

A Cheeky Frog spokesperson explained: "Studies have shown that ginger and ginseng root are powerful aphrodisiacs.

"Ginseng has an earthy and bitter flavour to it which is perfectly offset by the spiciness of the ginger and the richness and creaminess of the chocolate.

"Chocolate contains serotonin, a chemical that makes the brain happy, leading to affectionate behaviour, as well as phenylethylamine, a chemical associated with love."

Those wishing to get their hands on some of the limited edition snacks can do so by tweeting @blinkbox between February 7 and 12, and saying who they would love to share their aphrodisiac popcorn with.

The product will also be available to some Blinkbox customers.