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List of United Kingdom food and drink products with protected status

The United Kingdom has a variety of food and drink products that have been granted protected status under the European Union's Protected Geographical Indication (PGI), Protected Designation of Origin (PDO), and Traditional Speciality Guaranteed (TSG) schemes. These designations help to preserve the heritage and authenticity of regional foods and drinks, ensuring that only products genuinely originating from a specific region can be sold as such.

Protected Geographical Indication (PGI)

Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status is awarded to products that have a specific quality, reputation, or other characteristics attributable to their geographical origin. Some notable UK products with PGI status include:

• Cornish Pasty
• Cumberland Sausage
• Melton Mowbray Pork Pie
• Arbroath Smokie
• Welsh Lamb
• Welsh Beef

Protected Designation of Origin (PDO)

Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status is given to products that are produced, processed, and prepared in a specific region using recognized know-how. Some notable UK products with PDO status include:

• West Country Farmhouse Cheddar
• Stilton Cheese
• Jersey Royal Potatoes
• Orkney Scottish Island Cheddar
• Scotch Whisky

Traditional Speciality Guaranteed (TSG)

Traditional Speciality Guaranteed (TSG) status is awarded to products that have a traditional character, either in the composition or means of production. Some notable UK products with TSG status include:

• Traditional Farmfresh Turkey
• Traditional Cumberland Sausage

Importance of Protected Status

The protected status of these products helps to:

• Preserve traditional methods of production.
• Support local economies and communities.
• Ensure the authenticity and quality of regional products.
• Promote the cultural heritage of the United Kingdom.

See Also

• Geographical indications and traditional specialities in the European Union
• British cuisine
• List of British cheeses
• List of European Union food and drink products with protected status