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 hot, made in Kent. This includes teas, herbal infusions, coffee blends, hot chocolate and any other hot 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.