mathematics Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 (edited) Welcome to this year's Mince Pie Watch. In order to be of service to the community, I will be wrecking my svelt figure over the next two months so that you do not need to be let down by substandard mince pies, false advertising, and money grabbing profiteers. This year's rating system will be based on Scottish Football Teams. At least, my personal feelings towards Scottish Football Teams. As I am a helpful chap, the second post in this thread will be edited regularly to contain the short rating of all pies sampled. Full descriptions can be found in the pie's specific post. Edited November 10, 2023 by mathematics 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mathematics Posted November 10, 2023 Author Share Posted November 10, 2023 (edited) The Ratings Sainsbury's Taste the Difference Mince Pies with All Butter Pasty, filled with Brandy Infused Mincemeat - PARTICK THISTLE FOOTBALL CLUB (specifically season 2022-23), due to the fancy nature but lack of staying power when it came to the crunch. M&S All Butter Puff Pastry Mince Pies - FALKIRK FOOTBALL CLUB, due to not having enough substance and always letting down their loyal, if misguided, support. M&S Collection Mince Pies - HIBERNIAN FOOTBALL CLUB, due to being quite tasty, but not being good enough to win any trophies and really not providing value for money. Waitrose Crumble Top Mince Pies with Cranberry and Orange - THE RANGERS FOOTBALL CLUB, due to being quite tasty, but very very orangey and nowhere near the great pie that once existed which they are pretending to be. Asda Extra Special Frangipane & Amaretto Mince Pies - AIRDRIE FOOTBALL CLUB, because no one should like these pies. Asda Extra Special Brown Butter and Rum Mince Pies - CELTIC FOOTBALL CLUB (Seasons 2021 - 22 & 2022 - 23), as they were fucking shite before this offering, amazing for this brief spell, and will [no doubt] continue to be shite again soon. Edited December 16, 2023 by mathematics 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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mathematics Posted November 10, 2023 Author Share Posted November 10, 2023 (edited) Sainsbury's Taste the Difference Mince Pies with All Butter Pasty, filled with Brandy Infused Mincemeat First up this year is a delightful offering from Sainsbury's. The pastry was a little peely-wally, but thick enough. There was an good amount of filling, which was itself quite posh tasting - perhaps a little too lahdedeh. I was quite enjoying the tasting experience and thinking that this could be a pie for the Top Division, but then, right at the last moment, the arse fell right out of it. The guts of the pie landed everywhere an it was clear that, despite the initial good taste and feeling, the pie just wasn't up to the challenge. I hereby award this pie the rating of: PARTICK THISTLE FOOTBALL CLUB (specifically season 2022-23), due to the fancy nature but lack of staying power when it came to the crunch. Edited November 12, 2023 by mathematics 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottsdad Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 I am grinch-like with all things Christmas...except this. Heading into town this afternoon and will pick up a selection. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmic Joe Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 1 hour ago, mathematics said: The Ratings Sainsbury's Taste the Difference Mince Pies with All Butter Pasty, filled with Brandy Infused Mincemeat - PARTICK THISTLE (specifically season 2022-23), due to the fancy nature but lack of staying power when it came to the crunch. Partick Thistle are probably the type of club that actually sell mince pies (the seasonal variety). See also Spartans. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RH33 Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 Mince pies are an abomination and should be banned under Trading Standards as no mince is contained. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxRover Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 9 minutes ago, RH33 said: Mince pies are an abomination and should be banned under Trading Standards as no mince is contained. Christ, you use that standard and most of the teams below the Championship are at risk of being banned too… 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmic Joe Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 31 minutes ago, TxRover said: Christ, you use that standard and most of the teams below the Championship are at risk of being banned too… There's no shortage of mince at these levels. Trust me 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
microdave Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 I've already devoured two boxes and I'll be picking up another on my way home from work shortly. I look forward to being completely scunnered with mince pies by the time Christmas is here. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nutz_the_Squirrel Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 When I was a kid, it was either the ‘holidays are coming’ Coca Cola ad or ‘Toys R Us’ ad that marked the start of the festive season and triggering of seasonal cheer. As an adult, it’s now this fkn thread. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mathematics Posted November 10, 2023 Author Share Posted November 10, 2023 (edited) 2 hours ago, RH33 said: Mince pies are an abomination and should be banned under Trading Standards as no mince is contained. Yes, I’m sure you mentioned this last year, and the year before that, … Edited November 10, 2023 by mathematics 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RH33 Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 1 hour ago, mathematics said: Yes, I’m sure you mentioned this last year, and the year before that, … I'm consistent. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vikingTON Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 7 hours ago, mathematics said: Sainsbury's Taste the Difference Mince Pies with All Butter Pasty, filled with Brandy Infused Mincemeat First up this year is a delightful offering from Sainsbury's. The pastry was a little peely-wally, but thick enough. There was an good amount of filling, which was itself quite posh tasting - perhaps a little too lahdedeh. I was quite enjoying the tasting experience and thinking that this could be a pie for the Top Division, but then, right at the last moment, the arse fell right out of it. The guts of the pie landed everywhere an it was clear that, despite the initial good taste and feeling, the pie just wasn't up to the challenge. I hereby award this pie the rating of: PARTICK THISTLE (specifically season 2022-23), due to the fancy nature but lack of staying power when it came to the crunch. I bought these yesterday (currently on sale at £1.75) so appreciate the verdict. Think I'll put them in the oven to see if they hold up better after that - I think a lot of these are deliberately kept barely cooked to allow for heating at home too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mathematics Posted November 10, 2023 Author Share Posted November 10, 2023 37 minutes ago, virginton said: currently on sale at £1.75 They must’ve subscribed to my channel as a Patreon to get early reviews and down-priced them according. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamish's Passenger Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 1 hour ago, RH33 said: I'm consistent. Unlike Sainsbury’s Taste the difference Mince Pies. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Connolly Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 7 hours ago, Cosmic Joe said: Partick Thistle are probably the type of club that actually sell mince pies (the seasonal variety). See also Spartans. Thistle probably sell Stollen and Panettone 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Naitch Posted November 11, 2023 Share Posted November 11, 2023 The spiced rum infused effort from Asda last year will take a lot to beat. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willie adie Posted November 11, 2023 Share Posted November 11, 2023 Anyone know how long they need in the air fryer 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Naitch Posted November 11, 2023 Share Posted November 11, 2023 (edited) 2 hours ago, Willie adie said: Anyone know how long they need in the air fryer Pre bought ones? A few minutes on a medium heat should do it. Edited November 11, 2023 by The Naitch 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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