: To win, the butter had to be more than just creamy. Testers evaluated sensory quality (smell and taste), spreadability, and—crucially—whether the butter contained mineral oil residues or high germ counts. The Downfall of a Giant: Kerrygold
: It wasn't the taste that failed them, but mineral oil hydrocarbons (MOSH) . The laboratory found high levels of these saturated mineral oils, which can accumulate in human tissue. For a brand marketed on "pure green pastures," this was a significant blow to their reputation that year. The "Organic" Twist : To win, the butter had to be more than just creamy
In the end, the 2022 test taught German shoppers a simple lesson: you don't need to pay a premium for the best butter. Sometimes, the most delicious and safest choice is the one sitting in the discount aisle. The laboratory found high levels of these saturated
: Kerrygold’s "Original Irish Butter" failed to impress, receiving a "Poor" (mangelhaft) rating. Sometimes, the most delicious and safest choice is