That's it. Apple + Apricot bar

This certainly tastes like apricot! I do like the "clean"ness of the ingredos, and it doesn't look like they use any nuts. But apricots are really sweet, even with no sugar added, and the texture is a bit rubbery. Good fiber though and decently sized. 

Overall
Cost: 5/10
Taste: 6/10

Mtn Dew - Fruit Quake

I'm not much for soda, but I do like Mountain Dew. Do I like Fruitcake flavored mountain dew? I dewn't. This was so elusive, though -- I looked for it for months and no stores or websites had it, so when I randomly saw it in my parents' grocery store in Feb 2023 I thought "OK let's buy a case of this!!!!". It tastes a lot like Hawaiian Punch. It is red. The flavor is a little bit like preserved fruit, like maraschino cherries etc. It's not terrible, although there is a little artificial vibe (which I dislike). The smell is a little plasticy/new-car-y. However, I am part of the 1% of humans who tried this drink, so that's something I've got going for me! (Also, 10 more cans to enjoy throughout the year!)

Overall
Cost: 5/10
Taste: 5/10

Keebler Fudge Stripes Cookies

These are quite tasty, yet nut-free, which is a rare treat. Good sugary chocolatey flavor, and a light, biteable thickness. Cute stuff. Honestly better than Oreo and Chips Ahoy, I think.

Overall
Cost: 5/10
Taste: 7/10

ONETANG Freeze-Dried Fruit - Pineapple

This isn't my first freeze dried fruit, but it is my first "One Tang" fruit. This is a company that has no online presence and it's also in China. I have no problem with buying Chinese stuff in general, but food makes me nervous because I don't have a grasp on their allergy labelling laws and I know they've got a lot of nuts over there and not a lot of allergies. So, I prefer American Crispy Fruit over this just for peace of mind (USA! USA!). In terms of taste, this one might be better, though -- the pieces are a little less "freeze dried" and a little more substantial and therefore flavorful. So good if you don't have allergy fears I think.

Overall
Cost: 5/10
Taste: 6/10

Krispy Kreme Classic Medium Roast K-Cup

Well, Krispy Kreme Kcup, you aren't the worst KKK out there, but you aren't the best donut-chain k-cup either. (All hail dunkin). Props for trying though.

Overall
Cost: 5/10
Taste: 5/10

Peet's Big Bang k-cup

Getting there, k-cup endurers! I knew a guy named Peet so I find the name of this extra comical. Otherwise, no big opinions. 

Overall
Cost: 5/10
Taste: 5/10

Old El Paso Fiesta Twists - Queso

Old I'll Pass-o, am I right? I wanted to like these but the texture is just bad. A little like a styrofoam/cardboard hybrid. The texture is the gustatory equivalent of static: so many randomly hard specks throughout. Why are they there!? Is this why I don't like corn taco shells and corn chips? Maybe. It's weird and unpleasant. Taste-wise, they're very similar to the harvest cheddar sunchips, which is OK but also not my favorite chip flavor. The shape is fun though and they do feel light, which is neat. Alas.

Overall
Cost: 5/10
Taste: 5/10