When it comes to traditional British pickles, few names carry as much history as Driver’s. They’ve been making incredible pickles and chutneys since 1906, spanning over four generations of family craft. But their foodie roots go back even further — the Driver family were running a grocery shop in Leicester in the mid-1800s, long before their jars became kitchen staples across the UK.
Today, Driver’s still produce everything in Britain, using 100% renewable energy and maintaining zero carbon emissions — proof that great flavour and sustainability can go hand in hand.
Here are a few of our absolute favourites:
🍺 Driver’s Real Ale Chutney
A rich, tangy chutney that’s made for cheese lovers. Perfect on any cheeseboard, it complements bold, mature cheddars and tangy blue cheeses beautifully. Add a spoonful to a ploughman’s lunch or serve alongside pork pie for that classic pub flavour.
Try it with: Isle of Mull or Lincolnshire Poacher.
🧅 Mini Pickled Onions in Balsamic
Tiny silverskin onions pickled in honey and balsamic vinegar — a sweet and sour combination that’s addictive. These make a perfect snack with drinks or a brilliant side for a cheese toastie.
Try it with: Manchego or a rich blue cheese.
🥒 Bread and Butter Pickles
Delicately pickled gherkins and onions with a hint of jalapeño heat. Crunchy, tangy, and just the right amount of spice. As the name suggests, they’re perfect with bread and butter, but also brilliant in a ploughman’s or burger.
Try it with: Roast ham or mature cheddar.
Why We Love Driver’s
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Family-owned since 1906
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Made in Britain with renewable energy
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Full of flavour and tradition
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Perfect partners for artisan cheeses
If you’re building a British cheeseboard, Driver’s pickles and chutneys are the finishing touch that takes it from good to unforgettable.