Discover the top 50 Scottish take-home food and drink brands in Scotland 2025 (excluding alcohol)
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1. IRN-BRU
A standout commitment to innovation and provenance has kept Irn-Bru in top position once again.
The last 12 months has proven to be a packed year for the Irn-Bru brand, complete with marketing campaigns that drew shoppers’ attention back to the soft drink as well as a tranche of NPD and limited edition flavours to capitalise on this renewed interest for the brand.
2. GRAHAM’S THE FAMILY DAIRY
An authentic brand story continues to resonate with consumers across Scotland, as evidenced by the ongoing success of Graham’s The Family Dairy.
This year marks the tenth year in a row that Graham’s Family Dairy has been named as the top Scottish dairy brand in Scotland, according to data from Worldpanel by Numerator, highlighting the quality of both the brand’s story and products.
3. McGHEE’S
McGhee’s is entering its 90th year with serious momentum. The family bakery has climbed from 4th to 3rd in Worldpanel’s rankings while being named the second most chosen Scottish brand in Scotland in recent Worldpanel research, reflecting both its heritage and a year of significant investment behind the scenes.
The business has spent the past 12 months reshaping how it shows up to consumers: rolling out a refreshed brand, modernising packaging, expanding supermarket listings, and investing heavily in its site infrastructure.
Meanwhile, a new website is also in the works, as the business prepares to launch the biggest marketing campaign in its history to mark its 90th year.
Commercial director Aisling McGhee commented: “It’s great to see the importance of our product to Scottish people reflected in the data. It’s what we’ve been building toward for 90 years. There’s been a real drive across the business – from product innovation to brand rollout and execution in retail – over this last year to set a platform for the next 90.”
McGhee’s continues to play a vital role in people’s everyday lives. Morning rolls, potato scones, empire biscuits and traditional traybakes form the backbone of its range. Classics like iced gingerbread, old-school sponge and caramel shortcake continue to perform strongly, offering the comfort and familiarity people are seeking as the cost-of-living crisis continues.
The bakery’s caramelised biscuit empire biscuit – originally launched as a Lidl limited edition – became a record-breaker, while its sourdough rolls are now listed in three major supermarkets and several convenience chains, delivering strong quarter-on-quarter growth.
Seasonal specials, like the Halloween empire biscuit, have shown that consumers are ready for fresh takes on tradition as long as they still feel authentic and present great value.
Aisling added: “We want to celebrate this major anniversary in a way that reflects who we are. Our business is rooted in our heritage but always looking forward. Our aim is simple: keep delivering great-tasting, great-value products that people can trust, while bringing some joy to their tables and lunchboxes.”
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4. SIMON HOWIE
Simon Howie was born and bred in Dunning, where the factory is based and where he still lives today. From a local butcher in the village aged just 19 the business is now the top selling fresh meat brand in Scotland and ranked one of the biggest Scottish food and drink brands across all categories, excluding alcohol.
The multi-award-winning business is best known for their premium dry cure bacon, black pudding and haggis which is available from all the major supermarkets nationwide. The business has recently invested 3.7 million pounds in sustainable energy generation with the installation of a 2.1MW Solar array and 2.3MW wind turbine now in place to generate all the energy they need to operate.
This proactive upgrade in the face of the energy crisis has made them one of the most sustainable food manufacturers in the country and a guiding light to others in the sector.
Simon Howie sells over a million haggis in January each year in the run up to Burns Night a key date for the business as they have now been the UKs Number 1 haggis brand for over 10 years and are the only haggis brand in market share growth.
The business then ramps up production of their best-selling Premium Steak Burgers as their BBQ Range launches across all the major supermarkets in Scotland from April – September.
Simon Howie products are a natural fit for the winter months with customers enjoying more proper cooked breakfasts and hearty meals like beef olives in colder weather and sales of their bacon have never been higher since winning big at this year’s Great Taste Awards with the brands Smoked Streaky Bacon scooping a coveted 3 star award and being declared as ‘maybe the best bacon they had ever had in the judging room’.
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5. TUNNOCK’S
Rising up from one place to sit in the top five, Tunnock’s proves that there is no beating a classic option in the Scottish market.
Even with this success for the brand in 2025, Tunnock’s certainly isn’t looking to rest on its laurels and instead aims to keep the momentum running strong into 2026.
6. BELLS FOOD GROUP
Loyalty that has been baked in for three generations now ensures that the Bells Food Group brand continues to be a winning choice for many Scots.
And it continues to do so, as evidenced by its placement in the top 10 brands on Worldpanel’s list – which is an accolade the brand has held on to for over 10 years now.
Samantha Murray, deputy managing director and third-generation member of the Bell family, said: “It’s obviously such a huge honour to have retained our spot in the top 10 once again in 2025 and it’s something we don’t take for granted.
“We share this space with so many other iconic Scottish brands so it is a huge honour and a testament that consumers do keep on picking up our products in stores.”
Beyond the humble Scotch Pie, the brand continues to offer a core range of consumer favourites including the Macaroni Cheese Pie two-pack as well as more adventurous bites such as its Chicken Curry Pies.
And the firm is set to capture some further sales in the market with the introduction of a new single-pack format for its Bakes & Slices range.
Murray said: “We wanted to offer a Scottish provenance option with this new launch. This is a market that tends to be covered mostly by English manufacturers and, we know, that provenance is such a key part of a consumers’ buying decision.
“These new Slices will give shoppers a choice of a local Scottish product that they know they can trust.”
This pride in Scotland is sure to carry on through well into the new year now as well, something plenty of retailers and brands will surely already be planning for, as Scotland has finally qualified for the World Cup 2026.
Murray said: “Pies and watching football go hand-in-hand, so regardless of the team’s performance, the World Cup was always something we were going to be involved in.
“But with the result, it’s only going to be even more exciting for us and our consumers.
“We can’t talk too much about them as they are still in final development, but it is a very exciting limited edition offering that will link directly in with the World Cup for next summer.
“The only hint I can give is that the range will be very linked to the World Cup and the three countries that are hosting.”
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7. BAXTERS
Consumers value comfort when it comes to their food options, and this goes doubly so when it comes to Scottish customers.
It should come as no surprise then that Baxters has retained a position in the top 10 in Worldpanel’s list for another year, showcasing that it is a brand with a reputation that is synonymous with taste and quality.
8. McINTOSH OF STRATHMORE
Consumers have been feeling the pinch in their wallets for a number of years now with a financial crisis that almost feels endless.
Whilst it can have a detrimental impact on overall sales for businesses, those savviest firms have found a way to build up their popularity in the market and ensure 2025 has remained successful.
And that’s just the case for McIntosh of Strathmore and its range of chilled ready meals, with a smart approach to value and quality that Scottish consumers love, it should come as no surprise to see the brand climb up one spot.
9. MACKIE’S OF SCOTLAND
The unreliable Scottish weather didn’t put a dampener on Mackie’s of Scotland’s sales across 2025 as the demand for a local ice cream brand remains a must for many shoppers.
With over 1.9million litres of ice cream sold from the brand alone across summer 2025, Mackie’s worked to expand its presence across the country with further listings in major supermarkets.
10. MALCOLM ALLAN
Malcolm Allan rounds out the top 10 Scottish brands for this year as the brand seeks to pen a new chapter in its 71-year-old history through an eye-catching new pack design.
The brand has called this new look the “largest launch” in its history and aims to create a more contemporary look for Malcolm Allan for the modern-day consumer with its new navy, gold and white logo and packaging that underlines the family nature of the brand and its well-established story.
11. TAYLORS SNACKS
For more than a century, the Taylor family has been rooted in the fields of Perthshire, farming the land with a commitment to quality that has passed through four generations.
What began as a proud Scottish farming tradition evolved into a creative new adventure in 2009, when we turned our passion for tatties into something bigger: great-tasting crisps. That simple idea of crafting snacks with character has shaped everything we’ve done since.
Over the years, our range has grown from thick-cut, premium crisps to include a full popcorn line, each made with the same dedication to flavour, texture and quality ingredients.
Whether it’s the satisfying crunch of a ridge cut crisp or the indulgent sweetness of our coated popcorn, we make snacks that bring people together. At the heart of our brand is a love of great bold flavour and the joy of sharing something delicious.
In 2022, we proudly brought the business fully under the Taylor family name, marking a new chapter for the brand formerly known as Mackie’s Potato Crisps. Becoming Taylors Snacks felt like the perfect symbol of where we’ve come from and where we’re headed.
We’ve stayed true to our Scottish roots while continuing to push forward with bold ideas, premium quality and a genuine craft behind every snack.
Today, we produce our crisps in Perthshire and our popcorn in Sheffield, two sites, one mission: to make snacks that stand out. And it’s working.
This year, we’re absolutely over the moon to have climbed from number 23 to number 11 in the Top 50 Scottish Take-Home Food & Drink Brands (excluding alcohol). It’s an achievement that means the world to us and reflects the growing love for what we create.
From heritage to innovation, Taylors Snacks celebrates quality, creativity and the joy of sharing something truly unique. And we’re just getting started.
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12. JG ROSS
This year was a special year for bakery JG Ross, as its founder George Ross celebrated his 90th birthday.
The brand and retailer marked the milestone by offering some of its top sellers for just 90p. Across all 20 JG Ross shops, consumers were able to purchase individual takeaway cakes – including yum yums, doughnuts, muffins, tray bakes and fancies – at the discounted cost to mark the founder’s landmark birthday.
13. SERIOUSLY
The enduring affection Scots have with cheddar cheese continues to be a key driver for the Seriously brand.
Seriously is produced, cut and packaged at the brand’s Stranrear creamery in Dumfries & Galloway, using high-quality Scottish milk that has been sourced through long-standing relationships with local farmers.
14. ALBERT BARTLETT
For over 75 years, Albert Bartlett has been bringing Scottish and British produce to the table with care and passion, connecting with shoppers through real quality and staying true to its roots while continuing to innovate.
Alongside its core fresh potatoes, it also offers over 20 frozen and chilled products, with new favourites like Cheesy Mash made with Applewood and Mexicana cheeses.
15. HIGHLAND SPRING
Flavour was a major focus in 2025 for the UK’s number one water brand – as ranked by Nielsen – so its Highland Spring Flavours range expanded to include sugar-free juicy Strawberry, tangy Apple & Blackcurrant and zingy Lemon & Lime variants.
The nationwide rollout of Flavoured Water across independent retail, convenience, and wholesale sectors was supported by a ‘Make Your Day Fruitier’ marketing campaign, that saw 250,000 samples delivered to shoppers during a 96-day UK sampling tour.
16. MACB
Brand loyalty and a giving nature has kept MacB a popular choice for many homes in the country as it has retained a place in the top 20 for another year.
A spokesperson for MacB said: “This year we sold over 10.9million units, and this marks the 10th time we’ve ranked in the Top 25 Brands in the last decade, which says a lot about the strength of the business and loyalty of our amazing customers.”
17. WE HAE MEAT
We hae meat started life as a butcher shop in an Ayrshire high street and is now a nationally-listed presence in supermarkets and convenience stores across Scotland.
The company has stayed faithful to the agricultural roots of its founders, combining sustainable practices with market leading product quality.
18. GALLOWAY CHEDDAR
GALLOWAY Cheddar kept itself at the forefront of consumers’ minds across 2025 with the return of its nationwide charity campaign.
The ‘Galloway Gathering Project’ once again saw the brand team up with Scotland’s national chef, Gary Maclean, and food redistribution charity FareShare to donate the equivalent of 90,000 meals.
19. SCOTTY BRAND
Scotty has continued its drive to push sustainable farming and seasonal fruit and veg consumption has seen it retain its place in the top 20 in the Worldpanel by Numerator rankings.
The highlight for the brand this year would have to be the launch of its unique Scottish grown Golden Raspberries, which it supplied to select Asda stores across Scotland, and got the company global news coverage.
20. HALL’S
For almost a century, Hall’s has been woven into the fabric of Scottish food brands.
Since its inception in 1932, the brand has gone on to establish itself as a household name that is synonymous with tradition with a pride in its story.
21. BARR
MARKING 150 years is no small feat but the Barr flavours range managed to do so in a big way.
Inclusive of a on-pack partnership with the latest Jurassic World blockbuster and the roll out of new limited edition variants in its Sour Sensations range, Barr has ensured it remains a firm favourite in plenty of chillers.
22. NAIRN’S
Strathaven-born brand Nairn’s continues to show that there’s just no beating a timeless classic.
Falling only one place from the 2024 rankings, the brand’s range of oatcakes and biscuits has helped to establish Nairn’s as a true loyalty brand with Scottish consumers, with customers safe in the knowledge they are picking up a product they know they can trust and will deliver for them.
23. BORDER BISCUITS
BORDER biscuits has retained its ranking in this year’s table, by making the most of its 40th anniversary in 2024, one which its founder, John Cunningham, sadly didn’t see.
Currently retailing a range of 21 biscuit varieties, from its iconic Dark Chocolate Ginger biscuits through to Fiery Ginger Crunch and its popular biscuit bars, the brand has transitioned successfully from the shop shelf to the boardroom, with its mini packs that are omnipresent in most meetings.
24. BUCHANAN’S
Greenock-based confectioner Buchanan’s, has a range that spans the full spectrum of confectionery from its Dark Chocolate Peppermint Creams to its flagship brand Golden Casket Buttery Caramels.
The Golden Casket-owned brand has grown in popularity over the last year, moving from 27th place to 24th in the top 50.
25. BIG & SCOTTISH
DESPITE the sad news of the passing of Glenrath Farm’s founder, Sir John Campbell, at the age of 90, the Big and Scottish brand continues to feature in the annual rankings, slipping only one place to 25.
Its main range of Big and Scottish comes in Fresh, Free Range and Barn across a dozen or half-dozen packs, and serves every purpose from breakfast through to baking.
26. BROWNING’S THE BAKERS
Another family-run business, Brownings has quietly risen three spots to No.26 in this year’s rankings. Its iconic Kilmarnock Pie sits happily alongside its extensive range of morning goods from Morning Rolls, Tattie Scones to Pancakes and Oven Scones.
“We introduced a collection of loaf cakes in classic flavours such as madeira, sultana and cherry alongside firm favourites like ginger, toffee, and lemon, said Nicola McCulloch, commercial director.
“We also added innovative new varieties, including a caramelised biscuit and a seasonal toffee apple flavour. Our traditional Empire Biscuits were given a refreshing twist with the addition of a zesty lemon version.
“On the savoury side, we celebrated Scotland’s participation in the Euros with a limited-edition Tartan Army Mince & Tattie Pie, which proved to be a real fan favourite.”
27. MRS TILLY’S
In their first full year of trading since the major rebrand of Mrs Tilly’s in the second half of 2024, the Larbert based business are delighted with the response from consumers and customers across all channels.
Commenting on the rebrand, Blair Paterson Managing Director of the family firm said: “We are thrilled with how well our rebrand has landed in the market – with over a year under our belt in our ‘new look’ now, not only has the new styling resonated well with our core consumers, but it has also helped present us with new opportunities and to reach new consumers, with the new pack style having a wider appeal as we had anticipated it would.
“We expect that our core brand volumes will grow by around 13% year on year by the end of 2025, so overall in the current climate it is a fantastic result and gives us added confidence moving forward.
“Last year we also launched festive designed variants of our 400g gift boxes of Tablet and Fudge, which landed extremely well with consumers – so much so that we expect these to grow 20% in volume in November & December alone before the end of the year compared to last year.”
Alongside the rebrand, Mrs Tilly’s are also completing the final phase of an ambitious, seven figure site investment program that has seen their factory footprint increase by a third, the commissioning of new production equipment, as well as investment and development in the operations team.
Paterson added: “We’re excited to look ahead to 2026, and now that we have successfully delivered some major projects in terms of rebrand and site development with excellent results, we can focus our attention onto NPD and bring some of our exciting new concepts to market over the course of the next 12 months.”
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28. TARBERT FINE FOODS
Offering a range of high-quality cooked meats and fish has, once again, kept Tarbert Fine Foods afloat in Worldpanel’s top 50 countdown this year.
Including a range of Scottish cooked meats such as ham, pastrami, roast pork and beef, smoked salmon and trout, as well as a range of luxury ready meals, Tarbert’s line has kept Scottish consumers invested for years now and shows no sign of slowing down.
29. ROWAN GLEN
Rowan Glen started the year with a design revamp for its household favourite Rich & Creamy Yogurt.
The new designs were developed to give the range a feel of luxuriousness. The previous mainly white pots were replaced with eye-catching new colours.
30. ORKNEY CHEDDAR
Orkney Cheddar proves the value of provenance on packs with its placement in the Top 50 this year.
And much like Champagne, Scotch whisky and Scottish Wild Salmon, Orkney Cheddar has geographical indication protected status.
31. HIGHLAND GAME
It’s been a year of growth at Highland Game as it’s moved its range of venison into the majority of the UK’s supermarkets.
In September it announced that it was now supplying Aldi’s 1,055 stores UK wide. Five of its venison range is also available in Sainsbury’s stores; Venison Steaks 250g, Venison Diced 300g, Venison Smoky Burgers 340g, Venison Grillsteaks 300g and Venison Meatballs 300g, and the company is confident that it will sell more than 1million packs over the next 12 months.
32. SCOTT’S PORAGE OATS
Despite a dip in the ranks, Scott’s Porage Oats continues to be a strong performer for consumers’ morning meals.
The brand’s ongoing focus on the health and fitness of porridge oats continue to keep Scott’s Porage Oats popular for those consumers still feeling the need for a health kick.
33. MARSHALLS
Retaining the top Scottish pasta brand spot in Scotland for many years is no small feat but it’s just what Marshalls has achieved.
Holding on to this prestigious title for many years now, Marshalls remains the pasta of choice for plenty of consumers across the country when it comes time to make a warming plate of macaroni cheese for the family.
34. MACKAYS
Remaining Scotland’s top choice in jam brands, Mackays has maintained another successful year for the brand, showing Scots still seek some classic sweet treats.
Operating from its factory in Arbroath, Mackays continues to use its traditional methods of bringing fruit and sugar slowly to the boil in copper pans, which the firm said allows the flavours to be released before it gradually sets into preserves.
35. SCOTTISH BLEND
Made with consumers from north of the border in mind, Scottish Blend claims its tea is created for mixing with our water.
Certified by the Rainforest Alliance and manufactured by Unilever UK, the brand has once again kept tea drinkers’ kettles singing out this year. The Scottish Blend tea bag comes in a distinctive pyramid shape, which is said to allow tea leaves to move around, resulting in a better brew.
36. STOATS
Health and a demand for natural food products have been key trends for consumers across 2025, so it should come as no surprise to see Stoats on Worldpanel’s top 50 once again this year.
Marking 20 years since its inception, Stoats has expanded on its initial drive to bring more porridge oats options to Scottish consumers by opening up into the snacks market.
37. PATERSON’S
We’re beyond thrilled to have been named one of Scotland’s top brands! As a brand founded in the Royal Burgh of Rutherglen over 130 years ago and still baked in Scotland today, we’re incredibly proud of our heritage. This recognition is also a testament to all the hard work of our teams that consistently deliver great quality products.
Paterson’s is a much-loved brand across Scotland, and our heritage plays a huge role in this. In 1895, John and Isabella Paterson founded their bakery, selling home-baked goods from their horse-drawn van. Now, we’ve created a shortbread for the 21st century that has been part of many family traditions across the country.
It’s also well-loved across the rest of the UK, purchased by over 5.3m households annually, making it the number one in branded shortbread in volume, worth £20.3m RSV (52 w/e).
In the past year alone, we’ve seen 5% more buyers purchase the Paterson’s brand. We know that consumers turn to comfort in challenging times, and there’s nothing more comforting than sitting down with a cuppa and a melt-in-the-mouth treat that you’ve loved for decades!
The hero SKU is Paterson’s Shortbread Fingers 300g, supported by a delicious range, including Clotted Cream Shortbread Fingers and a blockbuster 1kg Scottish Cream Shortbread Assortment, which is perfect for seasonal sharing.
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38. MRS UNIS
Based in the capital, Mrs Unis claims to be the city’s only producer of authentic speciality South Asian food products for the retail market.
The brand aims to make its products as genuine and close to traditional recipes as possible, to enhance the flavour.
39. GLENRATH
Glenrath Farms have enjoyed a very profitable year. In its annual accounts, to year end 2024, it enjoyed pre-tax profits of £21.36million, up £8.65million from the previous year.
40. MACSWEEN OF EDINBURGH
Macsween of Edinburgh enjoyed a 10% hike in haggis sales this January, compared to the previous year, making it the company’s best-ever performance during the crucial Burns period.
Innovation and new product development is a key driver behind much of Macsween’s success. A good example of this is the company’s Vegetarian Haggis, first commercially launched in 1984, and which now accounts for around 20% of the company’s total haggis sales.
41. SIMMERS
Scottish biscuit brand Simmers continues to prove customers north of the border love a classic option.
Known for its Scotch Abernethy and Butter Biscuits, Simmers’ biscuits are still made from the brand’s factory in Edinburgh.
42. DEAN’S
Bakery firm Dean’s regards itself as a leading premium manufacturer of shortbread, biscuits and other hand-baked products.
And the business says the secret ingredient to its success are the staff, which the brand see as part of the family.
43. PUNJAB PAKORA
It is a tremendous honour to once again be recognised among Scotland’s Top 50 Non-Alcoholic Brands. At Punjab Pakora, this achievement is not just a reflection of our success, but of our unwavering commitment to quality, community, and authenticity.
Every single day, our team works tirelessly to ensure that our customers receive products made with care, consistency, and passion. The quality they truly deserve.
We bridge cultures by combining authentic Indian flavours with local Scottish ingredients, creating products that are both familiar and exciting. It is this fusion – the meeting of two vibrant worlds – that has allowed us to connect deeply with our customers across the country.
Over the years, we have built an extensive range of products that cater to diverse tastes while maintaining our signature quality. Our core range – including our Red Chicken Pakora, Vegetable Pakora, Chicken Pakora Strips, and Spiced Onions – continues to be the backbone of what we do.
These are the products that introduced many Scottish households to the vibrant world of Punjabi flavours and have remained family favourites ever since.
We have also expanded our menu to include a full range of curries, from comforting classics like Korma and Chicken Tikka Chasni, to rich, flavourful vegetarian dishes such as Tarka Daal.
We are proud to say that both our Vegetable Pakora and Chicken Jalfrezi have earned Great Taste Awards, testament to the passion and precision we put into every recipe.
2025 has been a year of exciting developments for Punjab Pakora. In September, we achieved a personal record by launching four new products in one month.
Our Chicken Tikka Chasni and South Indian Garlic Chilli Chicken found a home on the shelves of Sainsbury’s, while our Haggis Pakora and Square Sausage Bites made their debut in Aldi stores across Scotland.
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44. GENIUS
From crisp, toasted Tiger Bloomers to soft, fluffy Scotch Pancakes, Genius products have been a staple of store shelves and saviours to those with a gluten intolerance for 15 years.
The Edinburgh-based, gluten-free bakery has been on a mission to provide Scottish consumers with a growing variety in the free-from category.
45. LEES’ OF SCOTLAND
The nostalgic Lees’ of Scotland brand is gearing up to its 95th anniversary next year and shows no signs of slowing down.
Most recently it has expanded its much-loved Jam Teacakes and Snowballs into an individually wrapped range, predominantly for wholesale customers to be sold in food service channels.
46. CASTLE MACLELLAN
This year saw Castle MacLellan embark on a brand relaunch that renewed its focus on flavour and local sourcing.
It launched a new range of 18 new recipes, expanded the number of SKUs in its range six-fold, with 20 new product launches across pâté, parfait, and Cheese Bake categories.
47. STOCKAN’S
For another year the team at Stockan’s Oatcakes is delighted to continue to be included in the Top 50 Scottish Take-Home Food and Drink brands (excluding alcohol).
The mixture of high fibre wholegrain oats, fresh Orkney island water, great taste and a belief in sustainability help to make Stockan’s special. In addition, all our oatcakes are hand baked, contain no artificial colours or flavourings and are suitable for vegetarians, with many vegan accredited.
We are a 4th generation, award-winning family-owned business with a focus is on quality, service and heritage, all of which is made possible by our loyal workforce, many with well over 25 years’ service.
Baking in the Orkney islands for over a century, today we mainly supply the domestic market, but our oatcakes can be found on shelves abroad, as far away as New Zealand.
Stockan’s is particularly well known for our triangle (sector) oatcakes, a throw back to when oats, water and salt were rolled out into a round pancake shape, cooked over an open fire and then divided into quarters.
You might have noticed that most of our packaging features an image of The Old Man of Hoy; the magnificent sea stack that towers some 450 feet above sea level, which has been part of our brand since 1952.
The great taste and versatility of our oatcakes, all made in the picturesque harbour town of Stromness, make them a worthwhile addition to any shopping basket.
A mixture of Triangle, Mini and Orkney Heritage Ancient Grain range can complement any cheese or charcuterie board; for canapés, the small round Mini Oatcakes are ideal, while the Orkney Heritage Oatcakes can be split neatly into 2 small triangles to create an even more unique presentation.
They are all ideal for a wholegrain snacking option and can be enjoyed on their own or with the topping of choice.
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48. HAMLYNS OF SCOTLAND
Hamlyns of Scotland prides itself on using 100% Scottish oats in its three core products; Scottish Porridge Oats, Scottish Oatmeal and Pinhead Oatmeal.
“It’s a tribute to the hard work and dedication of our entire team, from the farmers who grow our oats to everyone who works at our Banffshire oat mill,” said Alan Meikle, managing director.
“We know that Scottish shoppers care deeply about quality, provenance, sustainability and value for money. Supporting Scottish farmers, local jobs and rural communities really matters. Our customers want to know where their food comes from, that it’s made with care, and that it supports the wider Scottish economy.”
49. SCOTTISH FAVOURITES
STRATHMORE Foods’ Scottish Favourites brand offers consumers both an affordable and convenient way to enjoy their favourite Scottish meals.
The brand’s range consists of frozen ready meals that are quick and easy to prepare, with cooking times from seven to eight and a half minutes.
50. DUNCANS OF DEESIDE
IT may have started with Grandmother Elizabeth baking shortbread and oatcakes to her own handed-down recipes, but Duncan’s of Deeside has grown to a global brand in the modern day.
Closing out the list for 2025, Duncan’s provides a range of classic shortbread and oatcake products for consumers from Aberdeen all the way to Adelaide in Australia.
