Our reviewer, Dan King, who claims expertise in both football and snacks, taste-tested Harry Kane`s new venture into the crisp market.
These special edition `Insane Grain` snacks, made from sorghum and corn and containing probiotics, see the England captain taking on crisp legend Gary Lineker.
While Kane may have overtaken Lineker`s England goal tally, his snacks, according to our review, don`t pack the same punch on the flavour front as Kane does on the pitch. Nevertheless, the `healthy` angle makes them a pleasant, kid-friendly option.
A Pitch of Salt
The first flavour, `A Pitch of Salt`, has an uninspiring pale yellow look and an equally neutral taste. It delivers on its name – just salt, noted as the saltiest option nutritionally – but is merely `fine`. The reviewer felt it would need a dip, which would negate its `healthy` selling point.
Salt & Vinegoaal
`Salt & Vinegoaal`, another punny name, was the reviewer`s favourite. Their appearance is described as unappetizingly beige. However, the flavour offers a decent malt vinegar tang, although it lacks the strong punch of other popular salt and vinegar crisps like McCoy`s.
Strikin’ Hot
`Strikin’ Hot` snacks are likened to Nik Naks, specifically the `Nice `N` Spicy` flavour. According to the reviewer, Kane`s version is a distant second best, drawing a comparison to his former club, Tottenham. The flavour is deemed acceptable but lacks significant heat. A mild spice lingers, but it doesn`t excite the palate.
Overall Verdict
In summary, these snacks might be a good option for parents looking for a healthier way to keep kids quiet, particularly if children prefer milder tastes and are attracted by the football tie-in. However, for general snacking or a party spread, there are tastier and cheaper alternatives.
The reviewer disagrees with the “insanely delicious” claim on the packet and, at £2 a bag, delivers a final pun: they won`t be `Bayern` them again.
