A taste test comparing luxury own-brand pork sausages from major UK supermarkets has crowned Aldi as the winner, with its caramelised onion sausages costing just £1.99 for six—equivalent to 33p each—outperforming pricier rivals including Waitrose.
The test, conducted by a consumer reporter, evaluated sausages from Tesco, Aldi, Waitrose, Asda, and Morrisons on taste and value. Aldi's offering was praised for its flavour, though marks were deducted for smaller size. Waitrose's Cumberland sausages, at £3.60 for six (60p each), were described as 'worth every penny' but came second.
Tesco's gluten-free Lincolnshire sausages (£2.75 for six) were criticised as 'tasteless', while Morrisons' pork sausages (£2.50 for six) were deemed 'rubbery with no flavour'. Asda's Cumberland sausages (£2.75 for six) were recommended but noted for shrinking significantly during cooking.
The verdict highlighted Aldi as the best value for money, with Waitrose a close second. The test underscores that higher price does not always guarantee superior quality, as Aldi's budget-friendly option delivered on taste at a fraction of the cost.
