Eric Tries Reese’s PB+J and Marshmallow
Reese's is doing what candy brands do in the spring, launching limited flavors nobody asked for and daring you to try them anyway. I tried both so you don't have to.
The Strawberry PB&J: don't. The peanut butter is doing heroic work trying to cover up the artificial strawberry flavoring, and it almost gets away with it. Almost. The jelly wins in the end, and not in a good way. I've never once looked at a Reese's cup and thought what this needs is jelly. Turns out I was right.
The Marshmallow: different story. There's a better ratio, better flavor, and immediately I could see exactly where this belongs, not eaten standing in a parking lot like I did, but wedged between two graham crackers over a fire. This is a s'more component that ships pre-assembled. It was designed for a fire pit, a summer night, and people you like. Don't eat it alone. Do buy it now and keep it in the rotation through fall.
Verdict: skip the PB&J, stock the marshmallow.
