While organic products usually dominate quality tests, the 2022 butter test was a mixed bag for them. While performed well, many other organic brands were outshined by the cheaper conventional options in terms of pure sensory consistency and price-performance ratio.
In 2022, Germany’s leading consumer organization, , conducted a rigorous "butter battle" to find the best spread for the nation's bread. Out of 30 products tested—including mild-acidified, sweet cream, and sour cream butters—the results turned the traditional "premium" hierarchy on its head. The Underdog Victory While organic products usually dominate quality tests, the
: The top spots were shared by Edeka Gut & Günstig and Aldi Nord/Süd (Milsani) . These affordable, mild-acidified butters received a "Very Good" (1.4) rating for their flawless taste, texture, and lack of harmful substances. The most surprising part of the story was
The most surprising part of the story was the triumph of supermarket "house brands." While big-name, expensive brands often rely on prestige, the discounters stole the show: expensive brands often rely on prestige
: Kerrygold’s "Original Irish Butter" failed to impress, receiving a "Poor" (mangelhaft) rating.