MRE Tier List

Summary

In this episode of the tier list, the hosts taste test various Meal Ready-to-Eat (MRE) options, rating them on a tier system. They explore a range of flavors, from crackers and cheese to jalapeno spreads, and even venture into more dubious offerings like beef patties and vegetable stews. The reactions are a mix of intrigue and disgust, with some MREs receiving high praise and others being dubbed 'dog food.' The show humorously highlights the hit-or-miss nature of military rations.

Takeaways

• 😋 The hosts taste various MREs (Meals Ready to Eat) and provide their reactions.
• 🏃‍♂️ They start with crackers and cheese, which are surprisingly good and compared to easy cheese.
• 🌶️ A jalapeno cheese spread is tasted and well-received, with a kick.
• 🚫 One of the beef patties is described as so bad it's compared to dog food.
• 🤔 The hosts discuss the possibility of MRE components being used as makeshift ammunition due to their hardness.
• 🔥 Heating the meals improves the taste, as noted with the spaghetti and beans.
• 🍫 A chocolate crisp protein bar is described as enjoyable and not too sweet.
• 🥔 Hash browns are mentioned as being liquid-like and not very appetizing.
• 🍠 The sweet potato and grape smoothie is a hit, despite its unusual combination.
• 🥘 Menu four is considered the best menu, with tasty spaghetti and a well-seasoned vegetable stew.

Q & A

What are MREs?

MREs are Meals Ready-to-Eat, which are packaged meals used by military personnel in the field.

Why did the hosts decide to try MREs?

The hosts wanted to do a tier list of MREs, exploring different types and flavors available.

What was the first MRE item they tried?

The first item they tried was crackers with cheese and jalapenos.

What was their reaction to the crackers?

They described the crackers as flavorless and likened them to Toll House crackers with the flavor sucked out.

Did they try any special preparation methods for the MREs?

No, they did not use any special preparation methods, they just ate the MREs as they were.

What was the general opinion on the cheese spread?

They found the cheese spread to be quite good, especially when compared to the crackers.

What was the overall rating for the crackers and cheese?

The crackers and cheese received an S-tier rating, indicating they were among the best items they tried.

What was the most surprising item they tried?

The most surprising item was probably the sweet potato and grape smoothie, which they enjoyed more than expected.

Was there a particular MRE item that they disliked?

Yes, the beef pate with jalapeno was likened to dog food and received an F rating.

What was their final verdict on MREs?

They concluded that the quality of MREs varied greatly, with some items being surprisingly good and others being quite bad.

Would they recommend MREs to others?

They suggested that if someone is in a pinch and needs a meal, MREs are an option, but they also acknowledged the varying quality.