The Attraction:
Pocky, one of the oldest and trusted names in the Asian snack game has been kicking out some new flavors as of late. One of their newest ones is Coconut Resort. Based on my experience with one of their other variations, I was ready to jump in feet first to sample another offering by them.
The Review:
I have a very complicated relationship with coconuts and coconut flavoring. I generally am not a fan of coconut shavings or chocolate covered coconut bits or even Mounds chocolate bars. However I love coconut flavored drinks, desserts and coconut juice itself, so with that, I wasn't sure how to feel about this new variation from Pocky, being that it sounded like this item fell into the former category.
The Pocky sticks come in a very pretty sealed 2 pack with 8 sticks a piece in each pack. As I tear open a pack, without even really trying to catch a scent, the coconut component of this treat hits me between the eyes. OK, so there's coconut in there, but will it be too much?
I pick out a stick and snap into it. Hmm...chocolate flavor, the coconut taste and texture kick in and finally, the muffled crunch of the stick. It seems like well covered ground at this point. It's done well, but it's hardly anything innovative or exciting.
Looking sharp!
The Sweet:
The Bitter:
It's starting to feel a little bit like a "one trick pony". What else can they incorporate?
Glico, the people that make Pocky, wisely decided to not go overboard with the coconut shavings in this "Resort". They slap on just enough to get the taste and some of the texture, but not enough to send your coconut senses into overload. They get it just right, but I can't help but wonder what's left for the folks at Pocky. Although Pocky has been around for years, the idea itself at the time was gimmicky to me (a partially covered chocolate stick). They can't go savory, because they have the Pretz line for that. They've already inverted the cookie and created the Pejoy line. Maybe they will pleasantly surprise me with some flavor or variation no one has ever thought of. One can only hope. Let's see what else they can pull out of their snacking sleeves because these uninspiring flavor variations are wearing thin.
Video of the Week
Whenever the discussion would come up as to who the best stand up comedian is, there are several names that invariably come up; Chris Rock, Louis CK, Jerry Seinfeld, Kevin Hart and of course Eddie Murphy. Although he hasn't done any new material in years, I found this early set of Eddie Murphy testing material in a comedy club before it would ultimately become Delirious. I wonder if he knew this routine would forever change his life?
The Review:
I have a very complicated relationship with coconuts and coconut flavoring. I generally am not a fan of coconut shavings or chocolate covered coconut bits or even Mounds chocolate bars. However I love coconut flavored drinks, desserts and coconut juice itself, so with that, I wasn't sure how to feel about this new variation from Pocky, being that it sounded like this item fell into the former category.
The Pocky sticks come in a very pretty sealed 2 pack with 8 sticks a piece in each pack. As I tear open a pack, without even really trying to catch a scent, the coconut component of this treat hits me between the eyes. OK, so there's coconut in there, but will it be too much?
I pick out a stick and snap into it. Hmm...chocolate flavor, the coconut taste and texture kick in and finally, the muffled crunch of the stick. It seems like well covered ground at this point. It's done well, but it's hardly anything innovative or exciting.
Another solid variation from the folks at Pocky.
It's starting to feel a little bit like a "one trick pony". What else can they incorporate?
"Look at me bits of coconut!"
Conclusion:Glico, the people that make Pocky, wisely decided to not go overboard with the coconut shavings in this "Resort". They slap on just enough to get the taste and some of the texture, but not enough to send your coconut senses into overload. They get it just right, but I can't help but wonder what's left for the folks at Pocky. Although Pocky has been around for years, the idea itself at the time was gimmicky to me (a partially covered chocolate stick). They can't go savory, because they have the Pretz line for that. They've already inverted the cookie and created the Pejoy line. Maybe they will pleasantly surprise me with some flavor or variation no one has ever thought of. One can only hope. Let's see what else they can pull out of their snacking sleeves because these uninspiring flavor variations are wearing thin.
Video of the Week
Whenever the discussion would come up as to who the best stand up comedian is, there are several names that invariably come up; Chris Rock, Louis CK, Jerry Seinfeld, Kevin Hart and of course Eddie Murphy. Although he hasn't done any new material in years, I found this early set of Eddie Murphy testing material in a comedy club before it would ultimately become Delirious. I wonder if he knew this routine would forever change his life?
Umm...there may be some adult language, so be warned!
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