Sainsbury's standard strawberries, priced at £2.10 for 250g, have emerged as the winner in a taste test conducted by a consumer, scoring 9 out of 10. The test compared three ranges: organic, Taste the Difference, and standard, all at 250g.
Organic Strawberries Disappoint
The organic punnet, costing £3.50 for 250g, scored only 4 out of 10. The fruit lacked flavour, and some berries were already spoiling on the shelf. According to the reviewer, they did not last a single day and would not be repurchased.
Taste the Difference Fails to Deliver
The Taste the Difference strawberries, at £2.95 for 250g, also scored 4 out of 10. Despite Sainsbury's website describing them as "hand-selected to be perfectly ripe, sweet and juicy," the fruit was watery and lacked flavour. The reviewer noted they lasted slightly longer in the fridge but were overpriced.
Standard Range Steals the Show
The standard strawberries, at £2.10 for 250g, were the most affordable and scored 9 out of 10. The reviewer found them "delightfully sweet and thoroughly satisfying" with a firm texture. While they were not visually appealing, the flavour outperformed the pricier options. The reviewer would have preferred slightly larger berries and longer shelf life but plans to buy them again.
Prices are correct at the time of writing.
