Finnebrogue was named UK Food Manufacturer of the Year 2023 – and we have been delighted to win numerous other awards before and since. These include top awards for our own Naked and Finnebrogue range, as well as taste, quality and value awards under supermarket own labels.
We are delighted to have been highly commended in the 2024 Employer of Choice Award category at the Business in the Community Northern Ireland Responsible Business Awards.
Judges were impressed with Finnebrogue’s innovative People Strategy, which commits to creating a supportive, dynamic and progressive workplace for its incredible team.
We were awarded Employer of the Year (Supplier) at The Grocer Gold Awards 2024.
Judges were impressed with Finnebrogue’s innovative People Strategy, which commits to creating a supportive, dynamic and progressive workplace for its incredible team.
We produce Asda OMV No Chicken Kievs and they received the Bronze Award for Best ‘meat free’ Centre of Plate at the Free From Awards 2024.
Judges commented, “with its clear vegan credentials and competitive price, this product is a worthwhile option for those seeking a tasty, free-from weekday dinner treat.”
We produce Asda Armagh Bramley Apple Sausages and they received the Silver Award for Best ‘Gluten free’ Centre of Plate at the Free From Awards 2024.
Judges commented on the “pleasant balance of sweet and savoury, thanks to the inclusion of apple and honey.”
Finnebrogue Naked Good Little Chipolatas received the Silver Award for Best Breakfast/Morning foods at the Free From Awards 2024.
Judges commented on “their family-friendly formulation, lacking precautionary allergen labelling and offering a gluten-free option.”
Finnebrogue Naked Chicken, Garlic & Herb Chipolatas received the Gold Award for Innovation at the Free From Awards 2024.
Judges commented: “These sausages are low in saturated fat and high in fibre, featuring probiotics and chicory root to support gut health.”
Finnebrogue was recognised as the Best Place to Work (Large) at the Irish News Workplace & Employer Awards 2024. The company’s investment goes beyond financial considerations, and actively shapes a workplace culture that champions diversity and inclusion, while prioritising the personal wellbeing and professional growth of every team member.
For the second year in a row, Finnebrogue is recognised for having the Best Wellbeing in the Workplace (Large) at the Irish News Workplace & Employer Awards 2024. The company is empowering employees through its wellbeing initiatives and providing a nurturing and supportive workplace where people can thrive.
Our product for Asda – Asda Extra Special Pigs in Blanket, 210g was a runner up at the Good Housekeeping 2023 Christmas Awards.
“If you prefer a classic, bite-size pig in blanket, ASDA is our top choice for the big day.”
Our product for Tesco – Tesco Plant Chef Mushroom & Chestnut Festive Wreath – was awarded Bronze at ‘Free From’ Christmas 2023 awards for its “appealing visual with nice textural contrasts. Well seasoned with a nice lingering spicy warmth.”
Our product for Asda – Asda Extra Special, Brown Butter & Spiced Rum Stuffing Wreath with Bruleed Pigs in Blankets – was awarded Silver at ‘Free From’ Christmas 2023 awards. (Gluten-free)
Our product for Aldi – Aldi Specially Selected Apple & Honey Stars Stuffing Stars – was awarded Gold at Quality Food Award Christmas 2023 awards.
Our product for Aldi – Aldi Specially Selected Festive Wreath 480g – was awarded Best Vegan Main for Christmas 2023, by the Good Housing Keeping Institute.
Our product for Aldi – Aldi Specially Selected Festive Wreath 480g – was awarded Silver by the Quality Food Award Christmas 2023 awards.
Finnebrogue’s Naked pork sausages were a winner at the Free From Awards – made with 90% prime cuts of British or Irish Pork, and produced in a nut-free and gluten-free factory.
Finnebrogue produce Blackgate Signature 18 Premium Pork & Caramelised Red Onion Sausages for Booker and they have been awarded ‘Britain’s Best Sausage’ at the Meat Management Awards 2023.
Finnebrogue won Best Wellbeing in the Workplace Strategy (large category) at the Irish News Workplace & Employment Awards 2023. This award recognises our commitment to supporting colleagues throughout the Covid 19 pandemic and with ongoing cost of living pressures.
Finnebrogue was highly commended by the judges at the Belfast Telegraph Business Awards 2023 for Excellence in Health & Wellbeing and our clear focus on supporting the emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing of our people.
Finnebrogue took home the oscar for Plant-based Manufacturing Company of the Year at the Food Manufacture Awards, recognising the company’s success since the opening of its state of the art meat-free factory in 2020.
Finnebrogue was awarded Food Manufacture Company of the Year at the Food Manufacture Awards. Over the past 10 years, the business has grown from £3m turnover to £200m which has enabled significant investment in their state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities.
Finnebrogue Naked Pork Sausages has won Best Sausages in the sausage/ bacon category at the 2022 Q Quality Awards.
Our partner Foundation Earth won the Best Sustainability Initiative of the Year at the Marketing Awards.
Our partner Foundation Earth won the Best Business Initiative of the Year at the Grocer Gold Awards..
Finnebrogue’s 100% Grass Fed Wagyu Burgers were judged the Overall Favourite in the Which? taste test for premium burgers.
Our Pork Sausages for Aldi were judged the Best Buy in the Which? taste test for best pork sausages.
Naked Spicy Bean Burgers won Best Texture in the category for Best Veggie & Vegan Burger.
Naked Pigs in Blankets won ‘Bronze’ in the ‘Party Food’ category for the Freefrom Christmas Awards.
At the UK Quality Food Awards 2021, Naked Without the Cluck Kievs won the category for Best Vegan Meat Substitute.
Double whammy – Naked Smoked Streaky Bacon won Gold and Product of the Year, while Naked Unsmoked Back Bacon received Bronze.
Innovate NI, on behalf of The Department for the Economy has recognised Finnebrogue as a Platinum Level Innovator.
Our Naked Smoked Streaky Bacon, winner of a Q award for best bacon at the Quality Food Awards
Finnebrogue has been awarded the top prize for Best Agri Business of the Year at the Belfast Telegraph Business Awards.
Naked Bacon has been awarded Best Brand at the Ulster Grocer Marketing Awards.
Finnebrogue Artisan has been awarded Best Sustainability Initiative at the Ulster Grocer Marketing Awards.
Our product for ASDA – Plant-Based Chorizo Style Sausages – won Best Vegan, Meat and Fish Substitute at the Q Quality Food Awards.
Denis Lynn, chairman of Finnebrogue Artisan, was awarded Entrepreneur of the Year at the UK Grocer Gold Awards.
Our Blackgate Signature Premium Wagu Burgers, exclusive to Booker were awarded at the Chefs’ Choice awards.
We were awarded Large Meat, Fish and Poultry Manufacturer of the Year at the Food Manufacture Awards.
Our Blackgate Signature Premium Wagu Burgers were awarded two stars by the coveted Great Taste Awards
Our revolutionary Naked Smoked Bacon was awarded one star by the coveted Great Taste Awards
Our revolutionary Naked Bacon was awarded Best New Product from a Large Company by the Northern Ireland Food & Drink Awards 2019.
Our Posh Dog – produced for M&S – won Britain’s Best Sausage at the Meat Management Awards
Our Blackgate Traditional Pork Sausages – produced for Booker – won Silver at the Q Quality Awards.
Our Blackgate Signature Ultimate Beef Burgers – produced for Booker – were awarded Silver at the Q Quality Food Service Award.
Our Chairman, Denis Lynn, has been awarded Northern Ireland’s Institute of Directors Most Innovative Business Leader.
Our Chairman, Denis Lynn, has been awarded the UK’s Most Innovative Boss by the Institute of Directors.
Our chairman, Denis Lynn, was awarded Entrepreneur of the Year in Northern Ireland & Scotland at the RBS Great British Innovation Awards
Our Blackgate Signature Honey Roast Pork Sausages, produced for Booker, were awarded Most Innovative Sausage – NI Regional
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