FourGenuine Jersey producers have received coveted Great Taste Awards this year, shining a spotlight on the quality and craftsmanship found right here in the island. The Jersey Fudge Pot, Jersey Seafood, La Mare Wine Estate and The Smokey Shed have all earned stars from the UK’s most prestigious food and drink accreditation scheme.
Run by the Guild of Fine Food, the Great Taste Awards are often referred to as the “Oscars of the food world.” Products are blind-tasted by a panel of over 500 industry experts, including chefs, buyers, food writers, and retailers. Judging criteria include flavour, texture, appearance, and quality of ingredients — with only exceptional products earning the coveted black and gold stars.
- The Jersey Fudge Pot impressed with three products being awarded stars - Jersey Black Butter Fudge - 2-star award, while both their Rum & Raisin Fudge and Gingerbread Spice fudge received 1-star awards.
- Jersey Seafood, known for its sustainably sourced shellfish, earned a 2-star award for their handpicked Jersey Crab Meat.
- La Mare Wine Estate was recognised with a 1-star award for their Jersey Black Butter.
- The Smokey Shed, Genuine Jersey Members for their Local biltong, has been awarded a 2-star award for their Smoked Salmon.
John Garton, Chief Executive of Genuine Jersey, said: “These awards are a fantastic endorsement of the passion, skill, and quality that our Members bring to everything they produce. To have four of our local businesses recognised on such a highly respected national stage is something Jersey can be extremely proud of.”
The Great Taste Awards are known not just for celebrating excellence but for helping food lovers discover exceptional products — and these wins are a reminder to look for the Genuine Jersey mark when choosing local.
