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Germack vs. Squirrel Brand

GloriBee — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 13:25:58 GMT

I have been tempted a few times to buy snacks from either Germack or Squirrel Brand. It seems one or the other is always having a special price/deal. I then read the reviews and they are generally mixed (for both brands). I have seen negative reviews like "mostly peanuts, stale taste, bad aftertaste, not worth the price", etc.

They seem to sell very well, so many people must be happy with them! I just saw the Germack Motown Mix presented and it looks good. Last week, Squirrel Brand had a special deal on the Town & Country Mix. It sold out! I read reviews for other configurations that included that mix and they were not good (3 stars).

So, out of curiosity, I was wondering if those of you have purchased either Germack, Squirrel or both could please weigh in on which brand is better.

Thanks so much!

Gloria

Re: Germack vs. Squirrel Brand

TheMemphisVette — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 13:30:57 GMT

my favs are squirrel:

Traveler's Mix: creame brulee peanuts, smoky almonds, German-style pretzel balls, and seasoned peanuts

Sweet Brown Butter Cashews

Re: Germack vs. Squirrel Brand

mimomof4 — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 13:40:40 GMT

I have purchased both and they are good. My preference is Germack because their mixes are ALL nuts and dried fruit. No other fillers in Germack. The Squirel brand is full of other items, I would equate it to a fancy Chex Mix or Beer Mix that you see in the grocery store. Many cracker type items with a few nuts.

Again both were very good but Germack wins hands down in my opinion.

Re: Germack vs. Squirrel Brand

KatieB — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 13:44:01 GMT

@GloriBee Squirrel Brand is the best. I ordered the Germack once. The family and I didn't like it - ended up throwing it away. All the Squirrel Brand items have been great - The Town and Country Mix, The Brown Butter Cashews and other configurations. All of them have not lasted very long in my house. They are nothing like the Chex Mix that another posted suggested.

Re: Germack vs. Squirrel Brand

wagirl — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 14:08:01 GMT

I bought the Germack once, years ago--think it was a 3 pak of assorted nuts, fruits and candy---it came to me with mostly broken nuts and lots of dust in each jar---nothing like the beautiful large, whole or half nuts on TV ---had to put them in a colander to shake out the nut dust and then I used them in my baking--they tasted fine just the presentation was horrbile, could not gift them----don't know if UPS used the jars in a game of tennis first or what----

Re: Germack vs. Squirrel Brand

PhilaLady1 — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 14:54:38 GMT

I like Germack better than Squirrel Brand because from the experiences I have had, Squirrel Brand seemed to be much saltier than Germack. By the time I got half way through the can, the salt must have settled down from the top and it was too salty to eat. Germack is not necessarily a healthy snack in my opinion. Sometimes it is like eating candy, but very tasty. No small pieces of nuts or crumbs at the bottom as others have stated they have dealt with. I found them very fresh. If you are looking for a healthy, more pure snack with less salt and less candy-like pieces, I suggest trying Ferris. HSN sells it, or they did, last time I checked.

Re: Germack vs. Squirrel Brand

millieshops — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 15:11:56 GMT

@GloriBee When food reviews are mixed, the truth probably lies in what the reviewer likes so stars aside, I read for the details and decide based on what's important to me.

I sort of do that for other kinds of products, but I find food reviews including restaurant reviews don't do much more for me than narrow my choices a bit.

Re: Germack vs. Squirrel Brand

Qshopper1991 — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 15:17:27 GMT

Germack doesn't dry roast their nuts. Not sure about the Squirrel Brand. Germack uses canola oil when roasting their nuts, which can attribute to inflamation in the body.

I purchase all of my nuts dry roasted from nuts.com. Good company; fresh nuts. Great customer service.

Re: Germack vs. Squirrel Brand

kansasbaker — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 15:25:28 GMT

Ferris Company on HSN is the BEST !!!!!!! They have nuts with blueberries, some with cherries, and they have a PBJ mix that is outstanding. You should check them out, I don't think you will be disappointed.

Re: Germack vs. Squirrel Brand

GloriBee — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 18:16:11 GMT

Thank you to everyone for your very thoughtful and helpful comments! Seems, as one might expect, there are fans in both camps. I will also check out Ferris on HSN, as a couple of you had suggested. I was not aware of that brand.

You have all been so very helpful and have given me food for thought (pun intended!).

Re: Germack vs. Squirrel Brand

RedTop — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 00:55:20 GMT

I've tried both, but just order nuts thru Sams Club; cheaper and just as good.

Re: Germack vs. Squirrel Brand

RainyDayGal — Mon, 26 Sep 2022 18:08:01 GMT

We love Germack! Just like presented on TV, and I love the different blends. Still, and always will, miss Christy Fletcher.

Re: Germack vs. Squirrel Brand

GloriBee — Tue, 27 Sep 2022 19:33:56 GMT

Thanks, again, for all the opinions. I haven't purchased anything yet, but I saw this presented over the weekend and I have to admit it is calling my name: https://www.qvc.com/SH117-Germack-3-Large-Jars-of-Sweet-Holiday-Nut-Mixes.product.M88054.html?sc=SRCH I like all the ingredients in each mix.

Re: Germack vs. Squirrel Brand

Fressa — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 15:48:40 GMT

We prefer the Germack. I think it depends on your personal taste in the mix. We like just the variety of nuts and/or dried fruits. (not the sesame sticks,candy, etc.) I noticed that this year they have a few variety selections with smaller jars so that might be a good first try. We've had good luck with the Cashew nuts. (i forget the name)

Hope this helps you.

Re: Germack vs. Squirrel Brand

GeorgiaJanet — Sun, 06 Nov 2022 04:46:27 GMT

QShopper1991 wrote: "Germack doesn't dry roast their nuts. Not sure about the Squirrel Brand. Germack uses canola oil when roasting their nuts, which can attribute to inflamation in the body.

I purchase all of my nuts dry roasted from nuts.com. Good company; fresh nuts. Great customer service."

Oh nuts.com items are delicious aren't they?!

Re: Germack vs. Squirrel Brand

ID2 — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 10:47:42 GMT

I only buy Germack. I prefer to buy local and Germack is made in my state.