What an honour to achieve a Gold Award for our Blakes Always Organic original Kefir at the 2023 Blas na hÉireann, Irish Food Awards, the biggest competition for quality Irish produce on the island of Ireland. With over 3000 products entered, we scooped two gold awards for our own Blakes Always Organic brand and also for the Simply Better Irish Organic Kefir Milk that we make for Dunnes Stores.
To emerge as a gold medallist at these awards is a significant achievement, given the rigorous judging process which focuses on taste, aroma, texture, and visual appeal. “Winning not one, but two Gold Awards at the Blas na hÉireann is a testament to the hard work our team puts into every product,” said John Brennan, cofounder of Blakes Always Organic. “Being recognised among such a vast and competitive field sets our kefir apart as a leader in taste and quality.
The Blas na hÉireann awards, held annually in Dingle, are seen as a benchmark of excellence and help consumers identify the best of the Irish marketplace. Blakes Always Organic’s original Kefir is crafted from the highest quality organic milk sourced from local Irish farms. The Simply Better Irish Organic Kefir Milk for Dunnes Stores is part of an exclusive collaboration, bringing premium, organic kefir to a broader audience across Ireland.
“We are proud to be at the forefront of the organic dairy movement in Ireland, and these awards are a wonderful encouragement for our entire team. It motivates us to continue innovating and producing the highest quality organic dairy products,” added cofounder Sean Mc Gloin.