This year, the Plant-Based Taste Awards 2025 confirm that the industry has achieved a new level of success in flavour development. FoodBev Media is delighted to announce the winners, who have earned the ultimate recognition for their delicious, high-quality products.
These awards are unique because they are judged exclusively on taste. They are a vital tool for consumers, providing a reliable guide to the best-tasting options on the market. The winning companies have successfully cracked the code on complex flavour profiles and textures, proving that plant-based options no longer require a compromise in enjoyment.
What makes this year's results particularly compelling is the dual evaluation process. For the first time, products were assessed by both our panel of expert judges and a broad base of consumers. This dual-validation system ensures that a winning product not only meets the high technical standards of food professionals but also achieves proven, broad appeal with the everyday shopper. The products celebrated here are truly those that excite palates and drive consumer loyalty.
FoodBev extends its warmest congratulations to the companies setting the benchmark for delicious taste in the plant-based space!
Plant-Based Taste Awards 2025 winners
Winner
7th Heaven Chocolate | Hazelnut Cream Chocolate Bar
Chocolate
7th Heaven Chocolate's Hazelnut Cream Chocolate Bar was celebrated in the Plant-Based Taste Awards for perfecting the ultimate dairy-free indulgence. The bar delivers a creamy, dreamy and satisfying milk chocolate experience, achieving the perfect match between high-quality oat milk chocolate and a luxurious hazelnut cream filling. This product resolves the historical dilemma of vegan chocolate sacrificing taste for ethics, proving that a sweet escape can be both ethical and exceptionally delicious. The resulting flavour profile melts in the mouth, positioning this bar as a treat that consumers will want to savour repeatedly.
Winner
Beyond Meat | Beyond Steak
Mince, fillets and pieces; Meat alternative; Steak
Beyond Meat's Beyond Steak Pieces have secured a coveted spot in the Plant-Based Taste Awards for their successful replication of a classic meat experience. Developed using fava beans, this product is celebrated for delivering the tender, juicy and satisfying bite of seared steak. Beyond Steak achieved a delicious, fibrous, and meaty texture that captures the essence and savoury taste consumers crave. This revolutionary plant-based steak is not only versatile and quick to cook, making it ideal for various dishes, but it also provides a genuinely appealing flavour that elevates it to an essential game-changer in the meat alternative category.
Winner
Elmhurst 1925 | Unsweetened Vanilla Pistachio Milk
Drink; Free-from product; Milk alternative
Elmhurst 1925's Unsweetened Vanilla Pistachio Milk has been recognised in the Plant-Based Taste Awards for its unique and sophisticated flavour profile, which redefines the standard for milk alternatives. Crafted with just four simple, high-quality ingredients, this product blends the comforting warmth of Tahitian vanilla with the distinct, savoury earthiness of pistachio. This product offers a luxurious taste experience that elevates it beyond typical plant milks. Its delicious, nuanced flavour is incredibly versatile, making it the perfect barista-approved complement for coffee and tea, or to add a delightful twist in baking and smoothies.
Winner
Klimon | Choco PB Cup Dairy-Free Frozen Dessert
Dairy alternative; Free-from product; Frozen dessert; Ice cream
Klimon's Choco PB Cup Dairy-Free Frozen Dessert was selected as a winner in the Plant-Based Taste Awards for its ultra-creamy and truly decadent taste. This dessert perfectly delivers on the brand's promise of 'No Dairy. No Difference.' The pint features a peanut butter base enhanced by a rich fudge swirl and generous mini chocolate chips. Crafted from a blend of pea protein and coconut oil, this product offers a luxurious texture and indulgent flavour, proving that plant-based frozen desserts can achieve the full sensory satisfaction of their dairy counterparts without any fillers, artificial flavours or colours.
Winner
Laird Superfood | Protein Creamer
Drink; Functional product; Creamer
Laird Superfood Protein Creamer has been recognised in the Plant-Based Taste Awards for delivering a truly satisfying and flavourful experience within the functional beverage category. This plant-based, high-protein creamer expertly blends a mix of clean proteins and functional ingredients like prebiotic fibre and MCTs, all while achieving a smooth, indulgent flavour. The creamer is naturally sweetened with monkfruit extract, ensuring a pleasant taste without the use of artificial sugars or additives. This product successfully marries powerful functionality with a delicious profile, making it a natural, clean and highly enjoyable addition to any daily routine.
Winner
Nomo | Birthday Cake XL Bar
Chocolate; Free-from product; On-the-go product
Nomo's Birthday Cake XL Bar earned recognition in the Plant-Based Taste Awards for delivering a celebratory and fun sensory experience. This chocolate bar successfully captures the essence of a party with its creamy, plant-powered chocolate enveloping a filling of vanilla birthday cake flavours and colorful sprinkles. The bar's delicious taste and texture demonstrates that a product can be completely free from dairy, gluten, egg and nuts, yet still provide an indulgent and highly savourable treat that makes every moment feel like a special occasion.
Winner
Nomo | Cookie Dough Bar
Chocolate; Free-from product; On-the-go product
Nomo's Cookie Dough Bar was honoured in the Plant-Based Taste Awards for transforming a beloved treat into a perfectly indulgent, on-the-go snack. This bar combines creamy chocolate with a soft, crumbly cookie dough filling that is both sweet and utterly moreish. This product achieved a delightful taste and texture that truly melts in the mouth. As a completely plant-powered bar free from dairy, gluten, egg and nuts, Nomo has proven that this popular flavour can be delivered with exceptional plant-based taste, allowing everyone to enjoy this classic confection.
Winner
SipZen | Sencha & Yuzu
Drink; Free-from product; Functional product; Non-alcoholic beverage; On-the-go product; Specialist product
SipZen's Sencha & Yuzu beverage was honoured in the Plant-Based Taste Awards for its sophisticated and uniquely refreshing flavor fusion. At the core of the experience is a crisp Cold Brew Japanese Sencha green tea, prized for its smooth, umami-rich character and lack of bitterness. This elegant base is brilliantly brightened by the delicate, citrusy notes of rare yuzu, creating a harmonious and uplifting taste. This drink masterfully blends wellness ingredients and botanicals while maintaining a clean, delicious profile, naturally sweetened with monkfruit and stevia. SipZen offers a nuanced and flavourful alternative, perfect for promoting mental clarity and a state of flow.
Winner
Stroop Club | Stroopwafel Bites
Bakery; Cookies and biscuits; On-the-go product
Stroop Club's Stroopwafel Bites were chosen in the Plant-Based Taste Awards for perfecting a beloved classic in a convenient, shareable format. These mini stroopwafels deliver the authentic, comforting taste and texture of the traditional treat: a crisp wafer with a rich, sweet caramel filling. These bites prove that a plant-based recipe made with all organic ingredients can achieve the perfect balance of sweetness and texture, making them ideal for topping or simply enjoying by the handful.
Winner
Valsoia | Fruit Cups - Mango & Strawberry
Frozen dessert; ice cream
Valsoia's Fruit Cups - Mango & Strawberry earned recognition in the Plant-Based Taste Awards for delivering a light and flavourful frozen dessert. Crafted with a creamy base of rice and coconut, these gelato cups successfully capture the vibrant, irresistible taste and freshness of real fruit. This product is in a convenient, ready-to-enjoy format and the delightful sensory experience provided by the Mango and Strawberry flavours proves that 100% plant-based gelato can offer deeply satisfying, better-for-you indulgence.
Winner
Valsoia | Pistachio Pint
Frozen dessert; Ice cream
Valsoia's Pistachio Pint was honoured in the Plant-Based Taste Awards for its exceptional taste, successfully capturing the unmistakable flavour of one of Italy's most cherished traditions. This creamy, oat-based gelato delivers the a balance of sweetness and earthy pistachio goodness. This pint is celebrated for its signature touch of plant-based innovation, which results in a rich and satisfying texture. Each scoop offers an authentic sensory experience, allowing consumers to indulge in a high-quality, plant-based version of a classic favourite.
Winner
Vietnam Soya Products Company | Veyo Smarty Plant-Based Milk - Oat & Walnut with Creamy Milk Flavor
Milk alternative
Vietnam Soya Products Company's Veyo Smarty Plant-Based Milk - Oat & Walnut with Creamy Milk Flavor was selected as a winner in the Plant-Based Taste Awards for successfully eliminating the 'taste barrier' often preventing children from enjoying plant-based nutrition. Meticulously crafted for children, Veyo Smarty achieves a perfect harmony in flavour, blending the natural nuttiness of oats and walnuts with the familiar creaminess of traditional milk. This makes the taste both comforting and exciting, quickly winning the hearts of young consumers. Voters recognised that the product's delightful flavour profile, combined with its nutritional foundation – including omega-3 and DHA from algae – is a pioneering step in delivering healthy, appealing and great-tasting plant-based milk to the next generation.
Plant-Based Taste Awards 2025 finalists
Finalist
Big Bold Health | Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat Sprout Powder
Breakfast product; Free-from product; Functional product; Specialist product
Big Bold Health's Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat Sprout Powder was recognised as a finalist in the Plant-Based Taste Awards for its exceptional ability to incorporate functional nutrition with a highly appealing flavour. Made from 100% certified organic, sprouted Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat, this powder delivers a nutty, delicious flavour that blends into both sweet and savoury meals and beverages. This product makes it easy to integrate beneficial phytonutrients, protein and fibre into the daily diet, proving that powerful wellness ingredients can be both easy to use and great-tasting.
Finalist
MindFuelBev | Mindfuel Flow Stress & Mood
Drink; Coffee; Free-from product; Functional product; Non-alcoholic beverage; On-the-go product
MindFuelBev's Mindfuel Flow Restore Stress & Mood was named a finalist in the Plant-Based Taste Awards for its successful fusion of functional adaptogens with a truly indulgent flavour. This ready-to-drink mushroom latte is crafted with creamy oat milk and the nostalgic, satisfying flavor of banoffee, delivering a moment of relaxation without compromise. This product is celebrated for being a delicious, soothing and caffeine-free alternative. By masking the earthiness of Reishi mushroom while maintaining a clean, lightly sweetened profile, Mindfuel Flow Stress & Mood proves that functional wellness can be both highly enjoyable and deeply satisfying.
Finalist
MindFuelBev | MindFuel Flow Focus & Clarity
Drink; Coffee; Free-from product; Functional product; Non-alcoholic beverage; On-the-go product
MindFuelBev's Mindfuel Flow Perform Focus & Clarity was selected as a finalist in the Plant-Based Taste Awards for its ability to deliver a delicious and supportive cognitive boost. This mushroom-infused latte, built on a smooth oat milk base, provides a comforting and familiar experience with its subtle hint of salted caramel flavour. This product offers an indulgent, functional taste, integrating powerful nootropics like Lion's Mane and essential B vitamins without relying on caffeine or added sugar.
Finalist
Nomo | Salted Popcorn Bar
Chocolate; Free-from product; On-the-go product
Nomo's Salted Popcorn Bar was named a finalist in the Plant-Based Taste Awards for its flavour combination. This chocolate bar achieves a balance of sweet, salty and savoury notes. The product celebrates the rich texture of the smooth, creamy chocolate, complemented by the inclusion of moreish roasted corn pieces. It was recognised for delivering big flavour and a novel, satisfying taste experience that offers something delightfully different, all while remaining completely plant-powered and free from major allergens.
A huge congratulations to every product entered and honoured this year. Achieving a high score from both judges and consumers is no small feat, and it serves as a true testament to the quality of these products. Well done to all the teams behind this year's incredible line-up!
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