In a blind taste test of rich tea biscuits, Tesco's own-brand version, priced at 85p, emerged as the winner, beating the classic McVitie's biscuit. The Tesco biscuit scored a perfect 10/10, praised for its smooth, light, and sweet flavor, as well as its enjoyable crumbly texture and creamy aftertaste. It was deemed perfect for dunking in tea.
Supermarket own-brands vs. the classic
Rich tea biscuits are a staple in many UK biscuit tins, loved for their light, sweet taste and dunking potential. While McVitie's is the best-known branded version, most supermarkets offer their own alternatives. To determine which offers the best taste and value, a comparison was made across Aldi, Lidl, Sainsbury's, Tesco, Marks and Spencer, and McVitie's.
The results were surprising, with several own-brands competing closely with the classic brand.
Rankings and ratings
Lidl's biscuits, at 49p, scored 1/10. They looked the part but were far too bland and left an odd aftertaste. Sainsbury's, at 32p, scored 5/10, with a biscuit that was too dry, despite being sweet. Aldi's, at 49p, scored 7/10, tasting similar to McVitie's but with a firmer texture that made it harder to chew.
Marks and Spencer's, at 75p, tied with McVitie's at 9/10, offering a pleasant, light, and slightly creamy texture. McVitie's, priced at £1.85 from Sainsbury's, also scored 9/10, with a nice crunch and smooth, comforting texture.
Tesco's rich tea biscuits, at 85p, took the top spot for their superior taste and texture, proving that you don't need to spend more for a better biscuit.
