TLDR Review: SmartSweets Sourmelon Bites
Pros
- •The gummies have a unique flavor that some find becomes quite enjoyable after a few tries.
- •Many users praise the flavor as tasty and highly enjoyable, often comparing it favorably to popular sour candies like Sour Patch Watermelon.
- •Considered by some as the best candy in the low sugar gummy category, striking a good balance of flavor and sweetness.
- •The texture is sticky but pleasant, similar to welnown gummies like Sour Blast Buddies and peach rings.
- •Works well as a low sugar candy option with favorable macros—only 3g sugar and 130 calories per pack.
- •Comes in a convenient bulk pack of 12, offering better value than buying individual packs in stores.
- •The candy is noted to be soft and fresh, sometimes fresher than typical storought gummies.
- •Despite minor stickiness, the pieces generally don’t stick together too badly in this packaging.
Cons
- •Flavor can be hit or miss; some find it very unpleasant, lacking the sweet or sour punch typical of watermelon candies.
- •Recent batches reportedly lost the crystallized sweetener and citric acid sour coating, making the gummies less sour and resulting in a less satisfying taste experience.
- •Without the original sour coating, the gummies tend to stick together in clumps, which frustrates some users.
- •Exterior coating can feel slightly grainy, and the texture is different from other gummy candies, which some don’t enjoy.
- •The advertised sourness is less intense than expected, and other sour flavors from SmartSweets are noticeably more tart.
- •Those with a sweet tooth may find these gummies disappointing or difficult to eat due to the subdued sweetness.
Bottom Line
If you want a low-calorie, low-sugar gummy candy with a unique sourmelon twist and don’t mind a texture that’s a bit stickier than usual, SmartSweets Sourmelon Bites can be a refreshing alternative to traditional sour gummies. Keep in mind, the sour punch is milder than classic sour candies, especially since recent batches lost the sharper sour coating. If you crave a stronger sour kick or dislike less sweet gummies, you might want to explore other SmartSweets flavors or similar products with more intense sour profiles.
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