[2][3][4] It is sold in the United Kingdom[5] and North America, as well as India,[2] Nepal, Bangladesh, Nigeria,[5] Benin, and Togo.
[4][6][7] The original recipe included full-cream milk, fresh eggs, malt, edible rennet casein and chocolate.
[9] Bournvita was discontinued in the UK market in 2008 but has since been reintroduced and is now available in limited supermarkets such as the Co-op.
[11][12] In April 2023, YouTuber Revant "FoodPharmer" Himatsingka released a video targeting the company for misleading advertisement, claiming that the drink contains almost 50% sugar and adversely impacts the health of children, is addictive, and promotes diabetes.
[15] The video was shared by several celebrities, politicians and also featured on various TV news channels.