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Last updated: 05 December 2022
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Our team of experts taste test and review 18 Christmas plum puddings to find out which one is worthy of being the grand finale to your celebratory feast.

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How we test

We looked at 18 Christmas puddings, from high-end offerings by specialist producers to supermarket brand puddings that are available nationally instore or online. Price is based on the price we paid for one pudding (not including postage and handling where applicable) in October 2022.

Tasting

We re-heated puddings in the microwave according to the directions on the pack.

Our experts tasted the Christmas puddings 'blind' (without knowing the brands) and assessed the puddings for appearance and quality of finish, moistness, flavour and aroma, texture, and quality of the mixture.

The experts were looking for good shape; weight; balanced fruit, spice and alcohol flavours; even distribution of good-quality fruit ingredients; and puds that held their shape when cut.

Scores

The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

We recommend products with a ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating of 70% or more.

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Our experts tasted the Christmas puddings 'blind' (without knowing the brands) and assessed the puddings for appearance and quality of finish, moistness, flavour and aroma, texture, and quality of the mixture. The experts were looking for good shape; weight; balanced fruit, spice and alcohol flavours; even distribution of good-quality fruit ingredients; and puds that held their shape when cut.

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Coles Luxury Christmas Pudding

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Coles Luxury Christmas Pudding
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$12.00
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

84 %
Pack size 900g
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Price per 100g $1.33
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Fruit percentage 51%
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Country of origin statement Made in New Zealand
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3 (1 member review)
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The Traditional Plum Pudding Co Handmade Plum Pudding

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$36
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

78 %
Pack size 600g
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Price per 100g $6.00
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Fruit percentage 52%
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Country of origin statement Made in Australia from at least 45% Australian ingredients
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5 (1 member review)
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Newcastle Pudding Lady Traditional Christmas Pudding

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Newcastle Pudding Lady Traditional Christmas Pudding
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$31
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

74 %
Pack size 500g
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The size of the pudding, listed in grams.
Price per 100g $6.20
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Fruit percentage 45%
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Country of origin statement Made in Australia from at least 90% Australian ingredients
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Woolworths Matured Christmas Pudding

Woolworths Matured Christmas Pudding
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$7.00
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

68 %
Pack size 700g
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Price per 100g $1.00
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Fruit percentage 42%
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Country of origin statement Made in New Zealand
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4 (1 member review)
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Adamstown Pudding Kitchen Traditional Pudding

Adamstown Pudding Kitchen Traditional Pudding
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$27.00
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

66 %
Pack size 500g
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Price per 100g $5.40
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Fruit percentage N/A
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Country of origin statement Made in Australia, ingredient sources vary (average 75% Australian ingredients)
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5 (1 member review)
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Pudding Lane Classic Christmas Pudding

Pudding Lane Classic Christmas Pudding
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$32
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

66 %
Pack size 500g
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Price per 100g $6.40
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Fruit percentage 36%
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Country of origin statement Made in Australia from at least 85% Australian ingredients
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The Pudding People Traditional Christmas Pudding

The Pudding People Traditional Christmas Pudding
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$35
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

66 %
Pack size 1000g
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Price per 100g $3.55
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Fruit percentage N/A
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Country of origin statement Made in Australia from local and imported ingredients
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Woolworths Plum Pudding

Woolworths Plum Pudding
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$4.50
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

66 %
Pack size 700g
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Price per 100g $0.64
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Based on the price paid.
Fruit percentage 39%
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Country of origin statement Made in New Zealand
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David Jones Traditional Pudding

David Jones Traditional Pudding
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$35
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

64 %
Pack size 800g
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Price per 100g $4.37
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Fruit percentage 45%
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Country of origin statement Made in Australia from at least 85% Australian ingredients
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Aldi Kringle & Co Plum Pudding

Aldi Kringle & Co Plum Pudding
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$4.39
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

63 %
Pack size 700g
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The size of the pudding, listed in grams.
Price per 100g $0.63
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Based on the price paid.
Fruit percentage 40.6%
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Country of origin statement Made in New Zealand
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IGA Signature Collection 6 Month Aged Traditional Christmas Pudding

IGA Signature Collection 6 Month Aged Traditional Christmas Pudding
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$15.00
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

62 %
Pack size 800g
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The size of the pudding, listed in grams.
Price per 100g $1.88
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Fruit percentage 38%
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Country of origin statement Made in Australia from at least 68% Australian Ingredients
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TFC Australia Traditional Steamed Christmas Pudding

TFC Australia Traditional Steamed Christmas Pudding
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$21.99
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

62 %
Pack size 1000g
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The size of the pudding, listed in grams.
Price per 100g $2.20
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Fruit percentage 44%
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Country of origin statement Not specified
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Silver Penny Puddings Traditional Christmas Pudding

Silver Penny Puddings Traditional Christmas Pudding
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$46
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

59 %
Pack size 900g
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Price per 100g $5.11
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Based on the price paid.
Fruit percentage 55%
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Country of origin statement Made in Australia from at least 99% Australian Ingredients
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Coles Traditional Pudding

Coles Traditional Pudding
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$4.50
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

56 %
Pack size 700g
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The size of the pudding, listed in grams.
Price per 100g $0.64
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Based on the price paid.
Fruit percentage 39%
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Country of origin statement Made in New Zealand
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Pud For All Seasons Traditional Plum Pudding

Pud For All Seasons Traditional Plum Pudding
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$31
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

56 %
Pack size 800g
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The size of the pudding, listed in grams.
Price per 100g $3.88
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Fruit percentage N/A
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Country of origin statement Made in Australia from at least 97% Australian ingredients
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Aunt Betty's Christmas Plum Pudding

Aunt Betty's Christmas Plum Pudding
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$13.99
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

55 %
Pack size 700g
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The size of the pudding, listed in grams.
Price per 100g $2.00
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Based on the price paid.
Fruit percentage 40%
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Country of origin statement Made in New Zealand from imported and local ingredients
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Coles Christmas Festive Matured Pudding

Coles Christmas Festive Matured Pudding
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$7.00
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

49 %
Pack size 700g
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Price per 100g $1.00
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Fruit percentage 36.5%
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Country of origin statement Made in the United Kingdom
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Itha's Puddings Traditional Pudding

Itha's Puddings Traditional Pudding
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$32
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The ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating is made up of 90% sensory attributes (appearance/quality of finish 30%, flavour and aroma 25%, mixture quality 25%, moistness/texture 20%) and 10% nutrition (determined solely by the Health Star Rating).

47 %
Pack size 500g
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The size of the pudding, listed in grams.
Price per 100g $6.40
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Fruit percentage N/A
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Country of origin statement Made in Australia from at least 80% Australian ingredients
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