Brodies Traditional Scottish Fruit Cake in a round tin with a clear lid, seen from above

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Traditional Scottish Fruit Cake

Name: Traditional Scottish Fruit Cake
Brand: Brodies
SKU: FOT100273
Price: 10.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

£10.00

315g cake

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A rich, traditional Scottish fruit cake, generously filled with sultanas, raisins and cherries, warmed with ginger and topped with stem ginger.

A timeless teatime treat and a thoughtful gift for Christmas, Hogmanay or any time you want to share a taste of Scotland.

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Description

A timeless Scottish delicacy that blends the richness of a traditional fruit cake with the warmth of ginger.

Every slice is packed with fruit: sultanas, raisins and cherries make up more than 40% of the recipe, with a little orange and lemon peel for brightness. Crushed stem ginger, ground ginger and a blend of warming spices give the cake its gentle heat, while ruby ale, brandy and dark treacle add depth and a moist, tender crumb.

The cake is finished with a topping of stem ginger for a harmony of sweetness and spice. Presented in a round tin, it's ready to share at the tea table or to give as a gift.

Cut into thin slices with a sharp knife and serve at room temperature to bring out the fruit and spice. It's perfect with a pot of Scottish Breakfast tea in the afternoon, or our Famous Edinburgh tea for a lighter pairing.

At Christmas and Hogmanay, serve a slice with a wee dram for a traditional Scottish welcome.

Ingredients and allergens

Ingredients: Wheat flour [wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin], Sultanas (14%) [sultanas, sunflower oil], Raisins (14%) [raisins, sunflower oil], Cherries (14%)[glucose-fructose syrup, sucrose, preservatives: E202; E220 sulphur dioxide, acidity regulator: E330, colour: E127], Egg, Crushed ginger (7.5%) [stem ginger, sugar, water], Unsalted butter [milk], Light brown sugar [sugar, cane molasses], Brandy, Mixed peel (3.6%) [orange peel, glucose-fructose syrup, lemon peel, sucrose, preservative: E202, acidity regulator: E330, preservative: E220 sulphur dioxide], Treacle [cane molasses, invert sugar syrup], Ruby ale [barley], Vodka, Ground ginger (0.8%),Mixed spice [coriander, cassia cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, fennel, nutmeg], Sorbex [preservatives: E202; E282, maize starch].

Allergens: For allergens, see ingredients in bold. Contains wheat and barley (gluten), egg, milk and sulphites.

Alcohol: Contains brandy, ruby ale and vodka.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat sources and strong odours. Once opened, store in an airtight container.

Nutritional information

Typical values per 100g

Energy: 1385kJ / 333kcal
Fat: 7.1g
of which saturates: 4.1g
Carbohydrate: 61.1g
of which sugars: 42.9g
Fibre: 2.6g
Protein: 3.7g
Salt: 0.1g

Average adult intake: (8400kJ / 2000kcal).

Stem Ginger Topping

315g Cake

Established 1867

Ginger and Ale

Stem Ginger Topping

315g Cake

Established 1867

Ginger and Ale

Stem Ginger Topping

315g Cake

Established 1867

Ginger and Ale

Stem Ginger Topping

315g Cake

Established 1867

Ginger and Ale

Stem Ginger Topping

315g Cake

Established 1867

Ginger and Ale

Stem Ginger Topping

315g Cake

Established 1867

Ginger and Ale

Stem Ginger Topping

315g Cake

Established 1867

Ginger and Ale

Stem Ginger Topping

315g Cake

Established 1867

Ginger and Ale

Why you'll love our Scottish fruit cake

A traditional recipe with a warming twist of ginger and ale.

Warmed with ginger and ale

The richness of a traditional fruit cake with the warmth of ginger and the depth of ruby ale.

A timeless delicacy

A timeless Scottish recipe, rich with sultanas, raisins and cherries.

Stem ginger topping

Topped with stem ginger for a harmony of sweetness and spice in every slice.

A true taste of Scotland

A classic Scottish recipe, rich with fruit and spice, made to share.

Our story

A Scottish tradition of rich fruit cakes

Scotland has a long love affair with fruit cake.

Hogmanay
At Hogmanay, households traditionally served black bun, a rich fruit cake baked inside pastry, and first-footers would bring one as a gift to wish their hosts a year of plenty.
Dundee and afternoon tea
Dundee gave its name to a famous almond-topped fruit cake, and a slice of something rich and fruity has long been part of a proper Scottish afternoon tea.
Our ginger twist
Our Traditional Scottish Fruit Cake follows that heritage, with a warming twist of its own. Ginger, long a favourite in British baking, runs right through the recipe, from the crushed stem ginger in the crumb to the topping, while ruby ale adds a malty richness.

Brodies has been part of Scotland's food and drink heritage since 1867. Explore our full range of cakes, or try our almond-topped Dundee cake.

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Traditional Scottish Fruit Cake FAQs

Clear, simple answers to help you make an informed choice.

What makes it different?

It blends the richness of a traditional fruit cake with the warmth of ginger and ale, and it's finished with a stem ginger topping.

Does it contain alcohol?

Yes. The recipe includes brandy, ruby ale and vodka, so it's not suitable for anyone avoiding alcohol.

How much does it weigh?

Each cake weighs 315g.

Does it contain allergens?

Yes. It contains wheat and barley (gluten), egg, milk and sulphites. Allergens are shown in bold in the ingredients list.

How is it finished?

It's topped with stem ginger for a harmony of sweetness and spice.

How should I store it?

Keep it in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Once opened, store it in its tin or an airtight container to keep it moist.

Does it make a good gift?

Yes. Presented in its own tin, it's a thoughtful gift for Christmas, Hogmanay or a visit to friends. Pair it with our all butter Scottish shortbread or explore our full gifting range.