Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise 5 L

Hellmann's: Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise is supplied in a 5-litre tub aimed at professional kitchens and other high-volume use. Its bulk format suits frequent service, while the listing also says to refrigerate after opening and use within three months.

At a glance

Ready to use as a filling, topping, dip, dressing or accompaniment.
The listing describes it as thick and creamy, with applications including sandwiches, salads, burgers and wraps.
Made with free-range eggs, and described as suitable for vegetarian diets and gluten-free.
The 5-litre tub is presented for professional kitchens and high-volume food service.

Price

£24.28Save 16%

Reference price: ~~£28.75~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Bulk 5-litre format may reduce the need to replenish smaller jars in a busy kitchen.
Versatile ready-to-use condiment for serving and recipe use.
Listing states it contains free-range eggs and is suitable for vegetarians.

Cons

The large tub is less suited to occasional household use, especially given the stated three-month use period after opening.

Technical specifications

7 specifications

Identity
Brand	Unilever

Size and dimensions
Pack size	5 Litres
Dimensions and listed weight	22.2 x 22.2 x 18.9 cm; 4.62 kg

Ingredients and dietary claims
Ingredients	Ingredients: Rapeseed oil (77%), pasteurised EGG and EGG yolk (8.5%), water, spirit vinegar, sugar, salt, lemon juice concentrate, flavouring, antioxidant (calcium disodium EDTA), paprika extract.
Egg claim	100% Free Range Eggs*
Dietary claims	Gluten-Free and suitable for Vegetarians*
Other listed claims	A good natural source of Omega-3, with no added MSG and no artificial colours.

What to know before buying

Refrigerate after opening, use within 3 months and do not freeze. The listing describes the product as free from preservatives, but the supplied ingredient list names the antioxidant calcium disodium EDTA, so buyers relying on that claim should check the current packaging.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Caterers and high-volume kitchens that use mayonnaise regularly.
Buyers seeking a bulk tub for sandwiches, salads, burgers, dips or dressings.
Vegetarian meal planning, subject to checking the product packaging for the applicable dietary information.

Less suited to

Households that use mayonnaise infrequently and may not use a large tub within three months of opening.
Buyers seeking a product without additives, as the supplied ingredient list includes an antioxidant.

Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise 5 L · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 1,062 ratings

5 stars80%80%
4 stars8%8%
3 stars3%3%
2 stars1%1%
1 star8%8%

Customer feedback highlights the mayonnaise’s taste and value, with some appreciating the bulk tub as an alternative to buying jars frequently. Opinions on size are mixed, and some feedback raises concerns about broken seals while other customers expect the product to last. For high-volume kitchens, the 5-litre format may be convenient, but the mixed comments make pack size and seal condition relevant considerations. Aggregate ratings are mostly five-star, though ratings alone do not explain individual experiences.

Positive themes

Customers praise the taste.
Customers describe it as good value and some appreciate buying a bulk tub instead of replenishing jars.

Mixed feedback

Feedback on the tub’s size is mixed, with some appreciating the large format and others finding it smaller than expected.
Feedback on durability is mixed, including reports of broken seals and expectations that the tub should last.

Frequently asked questions

How much mayonnaise is in the tub?

The listing specifies a 5-litre tub.

How should it be stored after opening?

The listing says to refrigerate after opening, use within 3 months and not freeze.

Is this mayonnaise suitable for vegetarians?

The listing describes it as suitable for vegetarians and gluten-free. Check the current pack for dietary information, particularly if you have specific requirements.

What are the listed ingredients?

The supplied list names rapeseed oil, pasteurised egg and egg yolk, water, spirit vinegar, sugar, salt, lemon juice concentrate, flavouring, calcium disodium EDTA and paprika extract.