Branston Original Sweet Pickle

Branston Pickle is a staple of British cuisine, famously used in sandwiches and cold meals. Invented in 1922 by the firm Crosse & Blackwell in the village of Branston, Staffordshire, it has become one of the most iconic food products in the United Kingdom.

Today, the manufacturing process remains primarily centered in the UK, adhering to the traditional recipe that combines diced vegetables in a sweet and spicy vinegar-based sauce. The brand's identity is deeply rooted in British food culture, particularly through its association with the 'Ploughman's Lunch'.

While the brand was originally a British-owned entity under Crosse & Blackwell, it has changed ownership several times over the decades. It was notably owned by Nestlé and later by Premier Foods. As of 2013, the brand was acquired by Mizkan, a major Japanese food manufacturer, which continues to oversee its global distribution and production while maintaining its heritage as a British kitchen essential.