YouTuber Food Rankings Unleashed

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Ranking Every YouTuber Food

Ludwig

Nov 15, 2024

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Gaming

Objective review of YouTuber food products

  1. The video discusses the trend of YouTubers becoming entrepreneurs, specifically focusing on those selling food products.
  2. The host aims to provide an unbiased review of various YouTuber products, despite having personal relationships with some creators.
  3. A tier list is used to rank the products, with categories ranging from S (highly recommended) to F (not recommended).
  4. The host emphasizes the importance of product quality over the creator's influence, stating that a product should stand on its own merit.
  5. The first product reviewed is 'Lunch Ley,' which has been controversial due to reports of mold in the cheese.
  6. The host finds no mold in their sample but notes that the product is not exceptional, comparing it unfavorably to Lunchables.
  7. The review includes a taste test of 'Prime,' a popular YouTuber beverage, which is criticized for being overly sweet.
  8. The host expresses a personal dislike for overly sweet products, affecting their review of 'Prime.'

Prime and Febles rated as C-tier drinks

  1. The speaker discusses their experience with Prime, a drink they received through a mailing list while stocking snacks for employees. They initially found the marketing effective, associating it with hydration during workouts and podcasts.
  2. After consuming two Prime drinks, the speaker felt unusual effects, describing it as 'buzzing.' They discussed this with Logan Paul, who claimed to drink six or seven a day without issue, though the speaker doubted this claim.
  3. During a contest involving 'squid game cookies,' Logan Paul was the only participant allowed a drink, which turned out to be water disguised as Prime, leading the speaker to suspect Paul was lying about his consumption.
  4. The speaker rates Prime as a C-tier drink, appreciating its design but questioning its effectiveness as a hydration drink, suggesting it is more of a sweet treat.
  5. Febles, another product the speaker is on the mailing list for, is also discussed. Despite having many flavors, the speaker rates it as C-tier, noting better chocolate options exist.

Critical review of YouTuber food products

  1. The speaker ranks Cadbury chocolate as a B, considering it decent for a YouTuber product, with C being a gimmick, A as a good product, and S as highly recommended.
  2. Lunch Le is rated F due to reports of mold and its misleading name, as it is a 330-360 calorie snack rather than a full lunch.
  3. Ninja's product, Nutcase, a premium cashew milk, is critiqued for poor design and marketing, despite having decent nutritional value and taste.
  4. The vanilla flavor of Nutcase is described as thick and nutty, similar to a protein drink, while the strawberry flavor is noted for its viscosity and stickiness.
  5. Despite the texture issues, the ingredient list of Nutcase is praised, and the strawberry flavor is considered better than vanilla.
  6. David Dobrik's pizza, from his shop Dough Bricks, is criticized for being too oily, with sweet sauce and thick crust, making it the worst pizza tasted by the speaker.

Joy Ride candy impresses with taste and nutrition

  1. The review focuses on three YouTuber candies: Joy Ride, OneUp, and Sour Boys.
  2. Joy Ride, created by Ryan Trahan, aims to be a top candy at Target, offering a healthier option with fewer calories and more fiber.
  3. OneUp candy, made by FaZe Rug, is a freeze-dried candy that expands in size but is criticized for its texture and perceived gimmick.
  4. Sour Boys offers a variety of candies, with the reviewer trying a pink lemonade blueberry flavor, noting its pleasant chew and lasting sourness.
  5. The reviewer finds Joy Ride's sour strawberry ropes particularly impressive, highlighting their low calorie count and good taste.
  6. OneUp candy is compared to packing peanuts in texture, lacking chew and bite, and is criticized for its ingredient list.
  7. The review ranks the candies, with Joy Ride being favored for its taste and nutritional benefits, while OneUp is seen as less favorable.

Joy Riot and Mina cookies reviewed

  1. The text discusses the fiber content in a product, noting that nine grams of fiber is significant. The price varies by location and is generally higher than competing candy brands due to the use of more expensive ingredients.
  2. The speaker ranks a flavor of Joy Riot as 'S tier,' indicating it is highly recommended. However, not all Joy Riot flavors are considered good, with some being rated lower.
  3. A second flavor from OneUp, freeze-dried peach rings, is rated 'D tier,' suggesting it is not favored by the speaker, though not considered a scam.
  4. A product from Oompaville, called 'The L Guys,' is a blue raspberry flavor that resembles edibles. It is rated 'B tier,' indicating it is good for a YouTuber product but may not stand out against competitors.
  5. Mina cookies, particularly the midnight mini cookies flavor, are discussed. These cookies were launched with a big announcement and are described as tasting like a crumbly Oreo with white chocolate. They are rated 'C tier.'
  6. A second product from Mina, a pizza cracker, is introduced. It is described as having real ingredients and flavors but is compared unfavorably to Triscuit, being rated 'D tier.'
  7. The speaker mentions making changes to a tier list based on further experience with the products, indicating an evolving opinion.

Honest reviews of various YouTuber food products

  1. The speaker expresses a strong preference for Joy Ride candy, particularly the sour strawberry ropes, despite not being a typical candy enthusiast. They emphasize that Joy Ride is still candy with sugar, which can have negative effects like tooth decay and sugar rushes.
  2. The speaker controversially ranks 'Febles' by Mr. Beast highly, specifically praising the peanut crunch chocolate bar. They acknowledge potential issues with Mr. Beast's practices but focus on their personal enjoyment of the product.
  3. The speaker places 'Lunch' in the 'scam' category due to personal grievances with Logan Paul, whom they accuse of hypocrisy and dishonesty. This ranking is influenced by personal emotions rather than the product's quality.
  4. Max Jerky, created by Max Greb, is reviewed next. The speaker is not typically a fan of beef jerky, finding it chewy and salty, but they try various types, including chicken jerky. They note the high price of Max Jerky, attributing it to small batch production and higher quality meat compared to mass-market brands like Jack Link's.
  5. The speaker shares a personal anecdote about learning that buffalo sauce originates from Buffalo, New York, a city known for its football team and the sauce. They describe the sauce as tangy, spicy, zesty, and sweet, agreeing with its listed description.

YouTuber jerky reviews highlight quality differences

  1. The text reviews various YouTuber-branded jerky products, focusing on their quality and taste compared to standard market options.
  2. The Sichuan chili crisp jerky is described as soft and flavorful, reminiscent of a YouTuber who studied abroad in China and brought back the Sichuan spice influence.
  3. Texas barbecue beef jerky is noted for its appealing smell and less sweet taste compared to other jerkies, making it a standout product.
  4. Montreal Maple burnt ends jerky is praised for its superior quality, being three to four times better than cheaper market competitors like Jack Links.
  5. The reviewer acknowledges the higher cost of these YouTuber-branded products but justifies it with their superior taste and quality.
  6. Maguro jerky, made from tuna by a Japanese YouTuber, is highlighted for its unique taste and texture, being very different from traditional meat jerky.
  7. The fish jerky is described as rough and requiring significant chewing to rehydrate, with a strong fish flavor that may be polarizing to consumers.
  8. Despite its challenging texture, the tuna jerky is noted for its impressive nutritional profile, being low in calories and high in protein.
  9. The reviewer places the tuna jerky in the C tier, acknowledging its potential appeal to specific tastes but recognizing it may not be universally liked.
  10. The text concludes with a reflection on the YouTuber's effort to share local fish from a small island community globally, adding a personal and cultural dimension to the product.

YouTuber food products vary in quality

  1. The text discusses various YouTuber food products, focusing on sauces and their quality. It begins by comparing some products to those sold by Logan Paul and KSI, noting a similarity in marketing sugary products to children.
  2. A specific product, Masaru's soy sauce, is reviewed. It is described as a high-end sauce with a sweet and tangy flavor. The reviewer finds it decent but not worth the price for regular use, suggesting it as a gift instead.
  3. The text highlights the popularity of hot sauces among YouTubers, noting that they are more common than coffee products. The reviewer has several hot sauces to evaluate, including one from Keith, which is mistakenly identified as Airax's product.
  4. The 'Pizza Five' sauce is critiqued for its branding and taste. It claims to turn anything into pizza but is described as a sweet tomato-based sauce similar to marinara. The reviewer ranks it low due to its high price and misleading branding.
  5. The 'Hot Ones' hot sauce collection is described as a gimmick. It includes 10 different sauces, some of which are proprietary. The reviewer notes that the collection is expensive and not all sauces are palatable, emphasizing its novelty rather than quality.

YouTuber products often have high novelty value

  1. The text discusses the appeal of YouTuber products, particularly focusing on hot sauces and seltzers.
  2. Hot Ones hot sauce is highlighted as a gimmick purchase, appealing due to its association with the Hot Ones experience rather than cost efficiency.
  3. Dawson's hot sauce, with its unique Apple carway flavor and wax seal, is noted for its high heat level and premium pricing, making it a novelty item.
  4. The Last Dab hot sauce is described as extremely hot, containing 91% pepper X, and is placed in the B tier for its taste despite its high price.
  5. Kaminari Paulo's hot sauce, crafted in Japan, is praised for its umami flavor but criticized for its high cost, placing it in the C tier.
  6. The text mentions the novelty aspect of these products, suggesting they are more for one-time purchases rather than regular use.
  7. Happy Dad seltzers are discussed as a popular YouTuber product, known for their branding and political associations, appealing to a specific audience.

Honest reviews of YouTuber food and drinks

  1. The reviewer begins by discussing a seltzer product, noting that despite political disagreements with the creators, they will provide an honest taste review. The watermelon flavor is highlighted as surprisingly good, with the alcohol being almost undetectable.
  2. The reviewer describes the pineapple flavor as less impressive, suggesting that the drink is made with minimal flavoring. The seltzer is marketed as easy to drink, with low carbonation and simple flavors, and is packaged in a regular can instead of a skinny one.
  3. The reviewer humorously notes the marketing strategy of the seltzer, which criticizes other drinks for their can size rather than content. The drink is described as inoffensive, reminiscent of college days when such drinks were less socially accepted.
  4. The reviewer then evaluates a grape-flavored hard soda called Grog, noting that it is based on a Japanese style drink and contains wine. The alcohol content is more noticeable in Grog, which has a higher percentage of alcohol at 6%.
  5. The reviewer compares the effects of Grog to the seltzer, stating that three Grog drinks equate to four seltzers in terms of alcohol impact. Despite personal disagreements with the creators, the reviewer ranks the seltzer as an A-tier product, better than its competitors.
  6. The reviewer places Grog in the B-tier, acknowledging it as a step below the seltzer. They emphasize the importance of honest reviews, even if it means praising a product from creators they politically disagree with.
  7. The discussion shifts to YouTuber coffee products, starting with Wake and Make coffee by Philip DeFranco, which is roasted in Los Angeles with beans sourced from Brazil. The reviewer doubts DeFranco's expertise in coffee roasting.
  8. Next, the reviewer mentions Keats and Co coffee by John Green, noting its philanthropic aspect, as 100% of profits go to charity. The reviewer suggests that fans of John Green and charity might prefer this coffee despite its taste.

YouTuber coffee brands focus on branding

  1. The text discusses various YouTuber coffee brands, including those by John Green, Emma Chamberlain, Jacksepticeye, and Philip DeFranco, focusing on their branding rather than the quality of the coffee itself.
  2. John Green, known for his books, has ventured into coffee, but the text questions his expertise in roasting coffee beans.
  3. Emma Chamberlain, who often features coffee in her vlogs, has a coffee brand targeting her predominantly female audience. Despite her lack of expertise in roasting, her brand is popular due to her influence.
  4. The text suggests that the main reason people buy YouTuber coffee is not the flavor but the branding and personal connection to the YouTuber.
  5. Jacksepticeye's coffee is noted for its butterscotch aroma, which is genuine and not artificially enhanced, making it a positive experience.
  6. Emma Chamberlain's coffee is criticized for its artificial vanilla scent, which the author finds too perfumey and not aligning with their taste preferences.
  7. Philip DeFranco's dark roast is described as inoffensive and reminiscent of diner-style coffee, which is straightforward and robust.
  8. John Green's coffee is likened to a daily pourover, matching the author's personal coffee-making style, and is appreciated for its authenticity.
  9. Overall, the text concludes that while the coffee flavors are decent, the real appeal lies in the branding and the personal connection fans have with the YouTubers.

Ryan's candy is the top YouTuber product

  1. The speaker discusses the best YouTuber product, emphasizing that the best choice is subjective and depends on personal preferences, such as supporting a favorite YouTuber or contributing to charity.
  2. All YouTuber coffee products are ranked in the B tier, indicating they are of similar quality and indistinguishable from one another. The choice should be based on personal taste or support for a particular YouTuber.
  3. Keat and Co coffee is highlighted for its charitable contributions, but the speaker notes that this does not necessarily enhance the product's value as a consumer good.
  4. The speaker expresses personal preferences, such as favoring "Top of the Morning" coffee due to liking the YouTuber Jacksepticeye, but stresses the importance of evaluating the product itself rather than the creator.
  5. Ryan's candy is praised as the only S tier product, noted for its low sugar and calorie content while still tasting better than most candies, making it the standout YouTuber product.