Stornoway Black Pudding made by Macleod & Macleod is a traditional Scottish blood sausage renowned for its rich flavor and grainy texture. It is crafted in the town of Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis, Scotland.
This pudding is distinguished by its unique blend of pork blood, suet, and oatmeal, alongside a carefully selected mix of spices, which contribute to its distinctive taste. The product has earned Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status, emphasizing its authenticity and ties to the region.
Macleod & Macleod, established in 1932, has been a staple producer of this delicacy, sticking to time-honored methods and recipes to maintain the quality and heritage of their black pudding.
Producer
Macleod & Macleod is a family-owned butcher shop based in Stornoway, on the Isle of Lewis in Scotland, renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship in traditional Scottish meat products. The business was founded in 1929 by Kenny MacLeod and his brother-in-law Donald MacLeod, and it has remained in the hands of the same family ever since.
Today, it is run by Kenneth MacLeod and his two sons, James and Kyle, who carry on the family tradition as the third generation. They are best known for their Stornoway Black Pudding, one of the most highly regarded traditional products of its kind in Scotland. The recipe is carefully guarded, and the pudding is made from locally sourced ingredients, including oatmeal, suet, blood, and spices – all handcrafted using time-honored methods. Macleod & Macleod is respected not only for the quality of its products but also for embodying the true spirit of Scottish butchery, deeply rooted in the local community and culinary heritage.