This week, results for the Great Taste Awards - the world’s largest and most respected accreditation scheme for artisan food and drink - were revealed.
In 2026, there were 15,038 entries from over 3,917 companies across 116 countries all blind-tasted by a panel of more than 500 food and drink experts. Only a select few products were awarded stars, making these accolades a true mark of outstanding quality.
We are delighted to say that six of our products were recognised by Great Taste judges for their quality and taste. These awards reaffirm our ongoing commitment to exceptional flavour, texture, and craftsmanship, and reflect the passion and precision poured into every biscuit we bake.
Our Great Taste Award Winners
⭐⭐ Cheese Sablés with Fennel & Chilli
"These cute discs of cheese biscuit have a beautiful light and crumbly texture." Combining mature cheese with warm fennel seed and a gentle kick of chilli, these delicate savoury biscuits were praised by the judges for their buttery finish, lovely crunch and for the warmth provided by the fennel and chilli.
They're just the sort of savoury treat that deserves a place on a lovingly crafted cheeseboard, or next to your favourite tipple. (Although, if you ask us, they're equally good for sneaking straight from the packet!)
Discover our Cheese Sablés with Fennel & Chilli
⭐ All Butter Original Recipe Shortbread
"They are beautiful in their simplicity with a little texture and rich, buttery appeal." This is shortbread at its simplest and most delicious. The judges praised its "great buttery aroma", natural flavour and perfectly balanced sweetness, with a crisp bite that becomes creamy in the mouth.
It's a classic for a reason. Perfect alongside a cup of tea, shared with friends or as part of a beautiful gift for someone special.
Discover our Original Shortbread
⭐ Teatime Oat & Heather Honey Biscuits
"With an appealing snap that doesn't immediately reduce the biscuit to fragments, these build expectations straight away." Made with Scottish rolled oats, heather honey and a touch of coconut, these brand-new biscuits have a lovely homemade appearance and a satisfying crunch. The judges enjoyed the "nice touch of honey" and felt they balanced flavour and texture well.
They're a delicious taste of Scotland, bringing together some of our favourite ingredients in one biscuit.
Discover our new Heather Honey & Oat Biscuits
⭐ Cheese Sablés with Cumin
"These attractive little bites pack a punch with both strong cheese and cumin flavours." Rich, savoury cheese and warm, aromatic cumin come together in these thin biscuits, creating a bold combination that particularly impressed the judges. They praised the way these two powerful flavours were balanced, with the "cumin aroma" and "good crumble and texture" adding to their appeal.
They're a deliciously savoury choice for a drinks spread - particularly alongside a glass of your favourite red.
Discover our Cheese Sablés with Cumin
⭐ Cheese Sablés with Nigella Seed & Chive
"They're very snackable, a good size, and moreish." These delicate cheese biscuits bring together rich, savoury cheese with flecks of chive and nigella seed for extra flavour and visual interest. The judges loved their attractive appearance and "crisp texture", as well as the "butteriness on the finish" that they associated with high-quality cheese.
They're fantastic little bites for sharing; if you're willing to share them, that is!
Discover our Cheese Sablés with Nigella Seed & Chive
As always, we continue to listen to feedback and refine our recipes to ensure we are delivering the very best quality in every bite, from our buttery shortbread to our bold, savoury sablés.
Celebrating Edinburgh's Food & Drink Scene
We're incredibly proud to be based in Edinburgh, a city with such a brilliant food and drink community. And we're delighted to see so many other local businesses recognised in this year's Great Taste Awards.
So, while we're celebrating our own award-winning biscuits, we're also raising a shortbread tin to some of our fellow producers in and around Edinburgh. If you're looking to discover more of the brilliant food and drink being made in the heart of Scotland, here are a few of this year's local Great Taste Award winners worth seeking out:
East Coast Cured: Edinburgh-based producers of award-winning Scottish charcuterie, creating a range of traditionally cured meats with a focus on quality, flavour and locally sourced ingredients.
Dodger Jam: An East Lothian based, artisan, small-batch maker creating delicious jams, jellies, marmalades and chutneys, celebrating the best of Scottish fruit in every pot.
Quas Drinks: Edinburgh-based makers of traditional, naturally fermented kvass, a refreshing non-alcoholic drink made from fermented rye and barley. Their unfiltered, live drinks bring a modern twist to this centuries-old beverage.
Shibui Tea: An independent Edinburgh tea company offering a wide range of loose-leaf teas, plastic-free tea bags and Japanese matcha. With a focus on quality, thoughtful sourcing and beautiful gifting, they're a lovely local find for tea lovers.
Here's to brilliant food, drink and Scottish producers! 🥂
