Set up by 25-year-old Henry J. Heinz, who first began bottling grated horseradish in Pittsburgh, Philadelphia in 1869, iconic brand Heinz has come a long way. By the 1870s, Heinz was a global sensation – and by 1957, it was claimed that it was the best-known brand name in Britain. Today, its products can be found in homes across the world. Here, we look at the best Heinz releases of all time, from bizarre limited-edition sauces to all-time classics.

Click or scroll through our gallery and join us to discover the ultimate list of Heinz products, as we count down to the greatest of all.

We’ve based our ranking on global sales data, the enduring popularity of each product and the opinions of our well-travelled (and well-fed) team. The list is unavoidably subjective.

The ultimate ranking of the best Heinz products of all time