Charlie & Ivy’s, a Thixendale-based family business, has made a remarkable impact on the food industry with its innovative range of British rapeseed oil products. The company, known for using oil produced on its own farm, has recently been honoured at the Great Taste Awards 2024, securing prestigious accolades for several of its standout products.
Award-Winning Products
At the renowned Guild of Fine Foods Great Taste Awards, Charlie & Ivy’s received a gold star for three of its products: Lemon & Poppy Seed Dressing, Lemon & Dill Mayonnaise, and Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil. These awards are highly coveted in the food and drink industry, often referred to as the ‘Oscars’ of the food world. Each year, the scheme attracts over 10,000 entries from around the globe, making these wins particularly significant for the company.
Behind the Success: Innovation and Quality
Jason Thompson, who leads product development at Charlie & Ivy’s, expressed immense pride in the recognition. He highlighted the dedication that goes into perfecting their recipes:
“The dressing and mayonnaise are made using a base of our cold-pressed Yorkshire-produced rapeseed oil and have been developed for flavour and versatility. We spend a long time researching and perfecting our recipes and we’re proud that the judges like the flavour profiles that we have created. Winning these Great Taste stars is a huge achievement and is a testament to the quality British oil that is the base for all our products, and to our great team.”
Judges’ Acclaims
The judges were particularly impressed with the flavour and quality of the awarded products. Their comments on the Lemon & Poppy Seed Dressing included high praise for its enticing aroma and balanced flavour:
‘An enticing dressing with a strong aroma of lemons. There is an enjoyable crunch of poppy seeds. The flavour of the lemon comes through well and is balanced with the rapeseed oil. The judges loved this product’.
The Lemon & Dill Mayonnaise also garnered enthusiastic feedback:
‘Rich and velvet-like on the palate with perfect citrus acidity. The flavour has good grassy notes from the quality rapeseed oil. A very well-made and delicious mayonnaise’.
As for the Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil, the judges noted its exceptional mouthfeel and rich, nutty flavour:
‘The mouthfeel is silky and buttery, and there is a rich, nutty and pumpkin seed note with a gentle, lingering pepperiness’.
Expanding the Product Range
Charlie & Ivy’s product range extends beyond the awarded items, including Bread Dippers and Marinades. All these products are crafted using the award-winning cold-pressed rapeseed oil by Breckenholme, the parent company, right on their farm in North Yorkshire. These products are available at delis, farm shops, and independent retailers across the UK, as well as online at Charlie & Ivy’s website.
Great British Craftsmanship
The recognition at the Great Taste Awards underscores the dedication and craftsmanship behind Charlie & Ivy’s products. Their success is a shining example of how traditional farming methods and innovative product development can create exceptional food items that resonate with both judges and consumers alike. By focusing on quality and flavour, Charlie & Ivy’s continues to set a high standard in the world of British rapeseed oil products.
