Independent picks
Alternatives to Heck
These food & drink brands score better on our vegan, cruelty-free and ownership checks. Every listing links back to its sources.
Beyond Meat
Plant-based meat alternative company offering products across beef, pork, and poultry platforms including burgers, sausages, ground meat, and chicken alternatives.
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Booja-Booja
Award-winning organic vegan chocolate truffles and dairy-free ice cream manufacturer
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Meridian Foods
Natural nut and seed butters, spreads, cooking sauces, and home baking essentials. Plant-based and vegan product range.
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Pukka Herbs
Organic herbal teas and health supplements
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Ribena
British blackcurrant-based soft drink (carbonated and uncarbonated) and squash, available in bottles, cans, and multi-packs in various flavors including original, light, strawberry, blueberry, and orange.
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Sheese
Award-winning vegan cheese alternative made from coconut oil and other plant-based ingredients. Produces a range of cheese products including blocks, grated, slices, and cream cheese spread.
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Trek
Plant-based energy bars, protein flapjacks, and nut bars made with natural ingredients
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Vita Coco
Coconut water and coconut-based beverage brand; also sells coconut milk, coconut oil, haircare products, and energy drinks. Operates brands including Vita Coco, Runa, Ever & Ever, and PWR LIFT.
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Suma
UK-based worker co-operative wholefood distributor and retailer supplying vegetarian, vegan, organic, and ethical products including food, household, and body care ranges
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Bute Island Foods
Manufacturer of award-winning dairy-free vegan cheese alternative called Sheese, based on the Isle of Bute, Scotland. Products are gluten-free, non-GMO, and certified vegan and kosher.
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Califia Farms
Plant-based beverage company producing almond milk, oat milk, coconut milk, creamers, cold brew coffee, and other dairy-free products
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Cauldron Foods
UK-based manufacturer of plant-based food products including tofu, falafels, vegetable-based snacks and sausages
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Clipper Teas
British Fairtrade and organic tea, coffee, and hot chocolate company founded in 1984, headquartered in Beaminster, Dorset.
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Coconut Collaborative
Plant-based dairy-free yogurts, desserts, creams, custards, and drinks made from coconuts
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Deliciously Ella
Plant-based food and wellness brand offering snacks, granola, nut butters, sauces, ready meals, and a recipe/wellness app with 2,000+ plant-based recipes
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Flora
Flora is a brand of margarine, spreads, and plant-based butter alternatives sold in the UK market.
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Huel
Plant-based nutritionally complete meal replacement powders, ready-to-drink shakes, hot meals, and food supplements
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Koko Dairy Free
Plant-based coconut dairy alternatives including milk, yogurt, cheese, and spreads, targeting vegans and allergy sufferers
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Meatless Farm
Produces plant-based meat alternatives including vegan mince, burgers, sausages and other meat substitutes made primarily from pea protein
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Minor Figures
Manufacturer of plant-based beverages including oat milk, ready-to-drink coffee, chai, and other dairy-free products
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Moving Mountains
British plant-based meat and fish alternative manufacturer producing products including burgers, sausages, hot dogs, fish fillets, and other meat substitutes.
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Nakd
Raw fruit and nut snack bars made with 100% natural ingredients, no added sugar
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Naked Glory
Last verified 12 September 2026
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Nomo
Vegan and free-from chocolate brand specialising in plant-based chocolate bars free from dairy, gluten, egg, and nuts
Last verified 12 September 2026
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