Three supermarket own brands have come out on top.

Vita Molyneux Travel reporter

14:35, 15 May 2026

A woman buys sausages in a grocery store, checks the expiration date.

Supermarket own brands came out on top.(Image: SimpleImages via Getty Images)

Sausages are a cornerstone of British cuisine. From toad in the hole to the classic sausage sandwich, they make for a satisfying option at any mealtime. If you’re searching for the very finest on offer, you’re in luck.

Consumer group Which? conducted a blind taste test of 10 supermarket own-label sausages, alongside The Jolly Hog and Porky Whites.

The test saw 60 participants rate the sausages on flavour, texture and aroma in a bid to crown the ultimate banger. Three “brilliant” sausages claimed the consumer group’s Best Buy accolade — and the best part is, they’re all own-brand.

Lidl, Aldi and Morrisons all walked away with the coveted badge. Lidl Deluxe Pork Sausages (£2.49 for 400g) achieved a score of 73% for their “eating pleasure”, moistness, texture and value for money.

Woman in supermarket choose cooled raw sausages

Supermarket own brands came out on top(Image: Getty)

This compares with the 72% achieved by Aldi Specially Selected Pork Sausages, which were described as “impressive all-rounders”. A 400g pack is also priced at £2.49.

Morrisons’ The Best Thick Pork Sausages likewise scored 72%, with a 400g pack retailing at £3.25. Which? noted that the majority of its tasters were “happy” with the appearance, aroma and flavour of these bangers.

Close-up of a customer's hands putting a package of sausages into a shopping basket

These are the best sausages you can buy(Image: Getty)

Asda came in fourth place, with testers noting that the meaty flavour and seasoning struck just the right balance. Two thirds of participants also praised the texture.

Priced at £3.17 for 400g (79p per 100g), they are marginally more expensive, reports the Express.

The Co-op sausages also performed well, priced at £3.90 for 400g (98p per 100g).

Tasters appreciated the taste and texture, though some felt they could benefit from a little extra flavour.

When it came to The Jolly Hog and Porky Whites, both branded options failed to secure the top spot.

The Jolly Pork had an appealing appearance and aroma – but the taste was deemed too mild and the texture characterised as “too coarse”. Overall, they were awarded a score of 65%.

Porky Whites also received 65%, with fewer than half of the testers satisfied with the texture. While they looked appetising, the flavour was considered lacklustre.