About Hengstenberg
Hengstenberg is a distinguished German family-owned company founded in 1876 by Richard Alfried Hengstenberg in Esslingen, Swabia. From humble beginnings as a small vinegar factory, Hengstenberg has grown into an international specialist in fine pickled products, exporting to over 30 countries while remaining headquartered in Esslingen with over 500 employees. The company pioneered several innovations in food preservation. In 1932, Dr. Richard Hengstenberg launched the world's first pasteurised sauerkraut, revolutionising the industry. Their famous Mildessa brand was born in 1953, combining the German words for "mild sauerkraut" and becoming a bestseller that remains popular today. The company was also the first major brand manufacturer in the canned pickled food sector to launch a complete organic range in Germany in 2006. Hengstenberg's UK range includes their signature Bavarian Style Sauerkraut, KNAX Crunchy Gherkins (introduced in 1995), and Sandwich Gherkins. The founder's original purity law for vinegars helped shape German food law, establishing a quality standard the company maintains today. At Grocefully, we help UK shoppers compare Hengstenberg prices across major supermarkets including Tesco and Asda. Whether you are making traditional German dishes or adding crunch to burgers and sandwiches, find the best prices on authentic German pickled products.


