Honest And Tasty products deserve
"golden HAT award"

No registration fees

Committed to fairness & quality

A true mark for Honest And Tasty products

To support small, medium & large businesses

For brands to sell in the UK & EU only

For vegan & dairy products only

What is
 “golden HAT award”?

The “golden HAT award” is a mark of trust and excellence that celebrates exceptional taste and uncompromised quality. It recognizes brands that demonstrate honesty in labelling and transparency in their ingredients, offering consumers confidence in every choice they make. As a trusted certification across the UK and EU, the award is dedicated exclusively to vegan and dairy products, ensuring that only the most authentic and ethical brands earn The Golden HAT seal.

The Golden HAT Award is a prestigious award certification for food and beverage products, designed to recognize brands that deliver both great taste and uncompromised integrity. We celebrate Honest and Tasty products that stand out for their authenticity, quality, and consumer trust. Focused exclusively on vegan food and beverage products in the United Kingdom and European Union, as well as dairy food and beverage products in the United Kingdom and European Union, our certification sets the benchmark for excellence in today’s conscious market. Whether you’re a small artisan producer or an established brand, earning the Golden HAT seal is more than recognition—it’s proof that your products meet the highest standards of honesty and flavour. Often compared to the Great Taste Award, the Golden HAT Award goes a step further by ensuring transparency in labelling alongside exceptional taste. This makes it the ultimate mark of trust for consumers seeking products that are both ethical and delicious.

Who can apply?

The “golden HAT award” is open to vegan and dairy food and beverage brands of all sizes, from small startups to established enterprises that are looking to stand out in the market. Eligible applicants include manufacturers, distributors, and retailers based in the UK and EU who are committed to honesty in labelling and excellence in taste. The award also welcomes innovative brands eager to have their products recognized for integrity, quality, and consumer trust.

Recognizing the vegan and dairy masterpieces

Benefits of winning?

Winning the “golden HAT award” gives your brand more than recognition. It earns you a trusted mark that can be proudly displayed on packaging, marketing materials, and digital platforms. This seal of credibility enhances visibility among conscious consumers, showcasing your commitment to honesty and taste. Awarded brands are also featured on our official website and gain the advantage of standing strong alongside other leading names in the market, building both trust and competitive edge.

Join the community?

Become part of something truly meaningful. As a panellist, you will be the voice of taste and excellence, helping to set standards for honest and delicious food. This is your chance to experience incredible culinary diversity while shaping the future of food recognition. Selected individuals will have the opportunity to join our tasting panel, where every opinion matters and every review helps spotlight brands that truly deserve The Golden HAT.

A mark of trust & excellence

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