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Originally Posted by mobertol
I think Vimto should definitely be on the protected list.
Probably Dandelion and Burdock too...
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Vimto is a brandname and protected by copyright law.
Dandelions and burdock plants grow throughout Europe it is not feasible to limit the description of the beverage to the UK.
The use of placenames for products produced elsewhere is the subject of this thread.
The example of Cheddar cheese produced in New Zealand shows how the use of placenames is exploited.
I really don't care what it is called as long as it is wholesome and edible.