10 Best Butters in the Philippines 2023 | Buying Guide Reviewed by Nutritionist-Dietitian

Échiré is dubbed the queen of butter for its quality and taste, and it is not hard to see why. It has been granted Appellation d'Origine Protégée or AOP, giving it the same protected designation as Champagne. In fact, the brand had even won the French Excellence Award in 2015.  

Each butter is handmade with its milk coming from grass-fed cows in 66 farms within a 50km circumference. It is also minimally handled to maintain its quality. And it contains more butterfat than normal, which makes for a creamier taste. At the same time, it is described to have a silky texture that isn't greasy. 

Distinguished restaurants and bakeries use this butter, which has been noted to be the secret for flaky pastries. This is a slightly salted variant, but it has a slightly sweet and tangy taste that you can use as-is for cooking, baking, and even for table use. It's everything you're looking for in butter and more!

If you’re looking for good quality butter, look to the French as they take their butter-making craft seriously. Isigny is a commune in the Normandy region of France, and they are famous for their production of butter, creams, and cheeses. They are noted for their Apellation d’Origine Contrôlée or AOC status.

This is a certification that the product is of good quality. Isigny proudly sticks to tradition and does not add or take away anything from the cream, which is matured for 16-18 hours. The butter is naturally rich in Iodine, vitamin A, and beta carotenoids, which gives it a golden buttercup shade.

Upon opening the packet, you will be hit by its subtle yet sweet fragrance, almost like smelling cream or milk itself. The butter has a soft and silky texture that coats your mouth wonderfully. It doesn’t feel greasy too. It is great for cooking and for everyday use if you want to make your dishes a little more indulgent. 

Lurpak is a Danish brand of butter that cultures its cream to in order to produce butter. It doesn’t add anything to the butter either. This results in a fresh and aromatic scent with the right creaminess. The butter may have a slight tang because of lactic cultures that were added to ferment the cream.

It is noted to have a velvety taste that is balanced perfectly. It can lean towards nuttiness, so it is great whether you want to use it on toast or pan de sal in the morning. If you prefer your butter not too sweet, then we recommend this one. The creamy butter is offset by a slight yogurt taste so you’re not too umay.

Pinkie’s is a homegrown company that has its own farm where all of its material comes from. They have a single origin approach when it comes to their products, which is sourced from grass-fed cows. The company offers a wide array of dairy products ranging from fresh milk to butter.

Their products are guaranteed to have no chemicals and no hormones, just natural goodness. This particular variety is seasoned with Maldon's sea salt. It is a type of salt that's crunchy and doesn't taste overly salty, only a bit briny. It is perfect for bringing out the butter's linamnam as it only enhances its flavor. 

Real butter can get expensive, and its prices are enough to make you wince. If you’re craving real butter without the added burden, Queensland is a solid option both for taste and price point. It is an economical purchase, especially if you are going to be using it for most of your kitchen needs.

Sometimes buying in bulk can save you better than by repeatedly buying tingi. A lot of people have Queensland as one of their go-to butter as it is not too expensive yet tasty enough. Its flavor is versatile for cooking and baking as well as for smearing on top of your pan de sal. Its fragrance is also an added point too. 

No doubt the butter that everyone knows and loves. Anchor is probably a childhood favorite and a staple in your ref. It is also a versatile butter to work with whether you are using it as a spread or for cooking. Its creamy taste is enough to bring back childhood memories.

Anchor uses pasture-fed cows, and it contains no additives and preservatives. This is great if you’re mindful of the foods you are consuming. Aside from using it on pancakes, you could use it as a topping to freshly cooked rice or lightly brown Vienna sausages for a different twist for breakfast. 

Here is a mild-tasting butter if you prefer yours not to have an overpowering taste. It tastes milder compared to most butters with just the right hint of creaminess. This way, you’re not hit as hard with its gaminess. It is perfect for adding to baked goods or spread onto muffins and pastries.

Its mildness makes it ideal for making it into your own flavored butter. It serves as a great base to whip up your own flavors. You could add garlic to make your own garlic butter. You could combine rosemary, thyme, and chives to make a spread to add a twist to roast pork or beef, or chicken. 

The holidays mean lots of cooking whether it is for Noche Buena or for yummy giveaway treats. If you are going to be using lots of butter, you need one that can easily squeeze into your budget without sacrificing the taste. Magnolia Gold has a natural buttery flavor that is perfect for adding into baked goods.

It also exudes a fragrant aroma to add to your dishes. This is great especially if you want to add a finishing touch to your food. It is also ideal if you want to achieve a lovely golden color to your dishes. You could spread it all over bread to make your grilled cheese more sumptuous.

Ghee is everything you love about butter without the delicate condition. For one thing it has a higher smoke point, so you could definitely use it to sear beef and make your tapsilogs a little more delectable. You could also use it as a substitute for olive oil and sauté your dishes to make it malinamnam.

It has a slightly nutty aroma and creamy taste, so it will definitely up the oomph factor in your dishes from your fried egg to plain breads. The good thing about ghee is that it has an extremely stable shelf life it requires no refrigeration. Love coffee? You could add a dollop to make bulletproof coffee. 

Pan de Manila is a convenient option if you’re craving for hot pan de sal, jams and spreads as well as coffee. They have a lot of branches scattered over the metro, which makes them very accessible. Their garlic butter is a fan favorite alongside their equally delicious herb cream cheese.

It is the perfect partner to go with their big as your palm pan de sal. The butter will instantly melt upon contact with their freshly baked, hot bread and you can really smell the fragrant garlic. This makes for a scrumptious meal at any time of the day whether it is breakfast or merienda.