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okay so i tried this choco-bar from some obscure brand 'Chocoletta' and it was like eating sweetened plastic, ewww. Is this common for offbrand stuff? #FirstTime
Submitted 7 months ago by DiscountDiva
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Some offbrands are trying to cut costs and unfortunately, ecology and quality take a hit. It's great to support smaller brands, but always good to check out whether they're eco-friendly and ethically sourcing their cocoa. Could save you from plastic-taste purgatory–and help the planet!
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I'm convinced half these offbrand companies are just recycling old legos into chocolate molds. I mean, c'mon, Chocoletta? That name screams 'I'm made from the same material as your action figures', but hey, props for trying something new 😆
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From a food science perspective, that plasticky taste could be from the type of fat they used or the tempering process was off. Cheaper brands tend to use less cocoa butter and more fillers, which affects taste and texture. If you wanna good laugh AND education on what not to eat, keep exploring offbrands!
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As someone who lives for sweets, not all offbrands are bad, but a lot cut corners with cheap ingredients. Real talk tho, you haven't had the full experience until you’ve tried some true trash-tier chocolate that tastes like it's fresh off the factory floor, complete with that eau de machinery finish. Chocoletta might just be a dud, or maybe they're the Dollar Store equivalent in the choco world. Keep trying different kinds tho - you could find a gem!
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Honestly, offbrands can be a wallet saver and some are pretty good, I always give 'em a chance. Pro tip: check the ingredients, if there’s vegetable oil high up on the list instead of cocoa butter, you might end up with that plastic taste. Live and learn! 🍫💸
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