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Kent Non-Alcoholic Cold Drink of the Year
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PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A PAID ENTRY CATEGORY AND IS NOT OPEN TO PUBLIC VOTING.
Who should enter? Producers, manufacturers and processors of non-alcoholic drinks designed to be served cold, made in Kent. This includes soft drinks, juices, cordials, kombucha, water kefir, botanical drinks, iced teas and any other cold non-alcoholic beverage produced in Kent.
How will this category be judged? Every entry is blind taste tested by a panel of expert judges drawn from across the food and drink sector, including chefs, buyers and food writers - and every entrant receives feedback from the panel.
How much does it cost to enter? Entry fees are £30 plus VAT for Produced in Kent members and £50 plus VAT for non-members.
Judging criteria: Character, taste, appearance, aroma, use of locally sourced ingredients and drinkability. Judges will also consider the value added during the production process and how the product is positioned in the market.
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Brachers is an award-winning law firm in Kent, with offices in Maidstone and Canterbury, providing valuable legal support to individuals, families, and businesses across Kent and beyond. For 130 years we’ve been using our legal expertise to support individuals and businesses at every milestone. The firm is recognised in The Times ‘Best Law Firms 2026’ list, accredited as an ‘outstanding’ place to work by Best Companies, and named as a Best Companies ‘Top 15 Best Law Firm To Work For’.
Brachers is a member of Lawfront, a national group of leading regional law firms dedicated to delivering comprehensive legal support to individuals and businesses nationwide.
“We are delighted to support the Taste of Kent Awards 2026 and to celebrate the exceptional talent, innovation and dedication within Kent’s food and drink sector. These awards recognise the businesses and individuals who make such an important contribution to the county’s economy, heritage and sense of community, and we are proud to play a part in championing their success.” – Sarah Mannooch, Partner in the Private Client team at Brachers.
