A dark colour scheme box, seeming to fit the ‘premium’ look of choice seen in several offerings this year. A pretty six-on-six flake lid, showing a glimpse of the filling beneath.
The dredge is somewhere between caster sugar and icing sugar, creating a dual benefit of snowy embellishment and texture. Perfect consistency across the six.
Biting in…these have a good depth…the pastry is salty and rich. Very, very good thickness, and an even bake.
And just look at the volume of mincemeat. Top of the class so far this year.
These really are excellent, and are highly rated by the Christmas magazines. I can see why. Just a smidgeon of booze away from taste perfection…
Packaging – 8
Appearance – 10
Filling – 10
Taste – 9
Overall score 37/40