HUFFINGTON
03.10.13
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$2.79
$2.49
$6.49
$4.69
HONEY NUT O’S CEREAL
TRADER JOE’S VS. CHEERIOS
TASTING NOTES: This is the exact same case as the
traditional Joe’s O’s vs. Cheerios. Trader Joe’s product
is paler and milder in flavor, whereas Cheerios are
darker and wheatier. There’s not much of a discernible
difference in fundamental flavors.
THE VERDICT: These appear to be slightly different, but
it’s possible that Joe’s O’s are the undercooked Cheerio
rejects. (And wow, look at the difference in price.)
ALMOND THINS
TRADER JOE’S VS. JULES DESTROOPER
TASTING NOTES: These look different, but taste
exactly the same. Not only is the color slightly off, but
the shape is different enough that it makes us wonder
whether they can possibly be related.
THE VERDICT: These are probably not the same
product, but the flavor is so similar that no one would
notice the difference if you swapped them.
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$2.75
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$0.52/ounce
$3.99
GINGER THINS
TRADER JOE’S VS. ANNA’S
TASTING NOTES: From looking at these products,
they’re clearly not the same. Visually, the scalloped
edges are different sizes, and the Trader Joe’s packaging
includes twice as many cookies as Anna’s. In terms of
flavor, our judges preferred Trader Joe’s — it exhibited
more of a spicy flavor and a stronger ginger kick.
THE VERDICT: These are not the same. (And Trader
Joe’s is the preferred product.)
PITA CHIPS
TRADER JOE’S VS. STACY’S
TASTING NOTES: There is absolutely no question here.
We’re not even going to waste your time …
THE VERDICT: These are the same product.