Eskort Cheese Russians

Eskort is a deeply rooted South African brand that has become one of the country's most prominent processed meat producers. The specific product shown, Eskort Cheese Russians, is a popular variety of smoked sausage often made with beef and pork and flavored with processed cheese. These Russians are traditionally smoked with beechwood to provide a distinct, savory profile common in South African cuisine.

The brand was founded in 1917 in Estcourt, KwaZulu-Natal, by the Farmers Co-operative Bacon Factory Limited. Today, Eskort remains a privately held South African entity, maintaining its operations and manufacturing facilities primarily within South Africa (notably in Estcourt and Heidelberg). It remains an independent leader in the local meat industry, providing a wide range of pork, beef, and poultry products across the Southern African region.