Kassensturz rates vegetable bouillons and none fail
12.11.2025
Translation: machine translated
The consumer magazine Kassensturz rated most of the twelve bouillons tested as sufficient. Accordingly, the differences are small. Somewhat surprisingly, Sirocco's premium bouillon came second to last.
I couldn't imagine my spice cabinet without it for years: the vegetable bouillon from Sirocco A. Kuster. The old-fashioned design of the tin inspires confidence and the inscription «Ohne Palmöl und Glutamat» gives me a good feeling. The judgement of the Kassensturz jury is devastating. «Little vegetable scent, bitterness and salt dominate, roasted flavours are too strong».
Exciting! Because I still like it. And that's saying something.
The test winner with a Swiss school grade of 4.8 and therefore just under «Good» is not in our range, it comes from Lidl. Close behind is the bouillon from the Swiss brand Morga, which I also use from time to time. «Balanced, salty and sweet, vegetable flavour rather subtle» is the jury's verdict. Overall score 4.7.
4.5 for the broth from Alnatura. If you like herbs in your bouillon, you can go for it. The jury attests to the herbal flavour. The ingredients come from Germany.
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CHF6.– per piece for 4 units
Alnatura Bio Gem.Bouillon hefefrei NF 290g
The classic from Nestle Maggi also receives a score of 4.5. The jury believes it has a medicinal flavour. However, the multi-layered finish is particularly pleasing. The ingredients are from Slovakia.
With Unilever, Knorr is also owned by a food multinational. At least the ingredients in the bouillon are from Switzerland. Knorr doesn't get more than a score of 4.3. The jury criticised too much mushroom flavour and flavour enhancers.
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CHF4.– per piece for 4 units CHF36.70/1l
Knorr Vegetable bouillon
109 ml
Which brings us to the aforementioned bouillon from Sirocco A. Kuster. At least the jury has words of praise for its appearance: «promises an intense flavour, beautiful brown colour, few fat eyes». At least. Because: You eat with your eyes!
Which bouillon do you swear by? Or do you even make your own? Let us know in the comments.
Header image: SRF / Kassensturz
Simon Balissat
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Simon.Balissat@digitecgalaxus.chWhen I flew the family nest over 15 years ago, I suddenly had to cook for myself. But it wasn’t long until this necessity became a virtue. Today, rattling those pots and pans is a fundamental part of my life. I’m a true foodie and devour everything from junk food to star-awarded cuisine. Literally. I eat way too fast.
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