The Impulsive Buy

SPOTTED: 7/10/2025

Marvo / July 10, 2025 / Spotted on Shelves / 3 Comments

Here are some interesting new products found on store shelves by your fellow readers. If you’ve tried any of them, share your thoughts in the comments.

(Spotted by Robbie at Kroger.)

365 Whole Foods Market Yuzu Vanilla Sandwich Cremes

(Spotted by Sarah R at Whole Foods.)

Not totally new, but now in a giant container.

(Spotted by Robbie at Sam’s Club.)

A’cappella Frosted Devils Food Donut Crisps

(Spotted by Sarah R at Whole Foods.)

Not totally new, but now in a small container.

(Spotted by Robbie at Walmart.)

Kroger Limited Edition Mimosa Seltzer Water

Kroger Limited Edition Pina Coco Seltzer Water

Kroger Limited Edition Mojito Seltzer Water

(Spotted by Robbie at Kroger.)

Whole Foods Crispy Rice Strawberry Treat

(Spotted by Sarah R at Whole Foods.)

(Spotted by Robbie at Kroger.)

If you’re out shopping and see new products, snap a picture of them, and send them in via an email ([email protected]) with where you found them and “Spotted” in the subject line. Also, if you want to send in photos and are wondering if we’ve already covered something or if they’re new, don’t worry about it. Let us worry about it.

BACK ON SHELVES: Blue Bell Orange Swirl Ice Cream (2025)

Marvo / July 9, 2025 / Back on Shelves, Spotted on Shelves / Leave a Comment

It’s back! Orange Swirl made its debut back in 2011 and seems to have been around for a couple of years. If you miss it, here’s your chance to try it again. (Spotted by Robbie at Target.)

BACK ON SHELVES:: Hostess Frosted S’mores Cake Cupcakes and Orange Creme Pop Twinkies (2025)

Marvo / July 9, 2025 / Back on Shelves, Spotted on Shelves / 1 Comment

They’re back for the summer! Click here for our review of the S’mores Cupcakes. Also, I apologize that we don’t have a review of the Twinkies. I have failed you and for that I think I shall punish myself by eating a decade old Twinkie. (Spotted by Robbie at Walmart.)

REVIEW: McDonald’s Spicy Sausage McMuffin with Egg

Marvo / July 9, 2025 / Reviews / 4 Comments

Do you know what’s a great way to get out of a sleepy morning state?

Caffeine? Nah.

Multiple alarms? Beep, no!

A firm face slap? You’re getting closer.

After taking my first bite from McDonald’s Spicy Sausage McMuffin with Egg, I realized I’d been getting awake the wrong way. I don’t need coffee or multiple alarms set for 6:45, 6:50, 6:54, 6:57, 6:59, 7:00, 7:01, 7:02, 7:03 am. All I need is to make the inside of my mouth experience a slightly stabby pain. I figured this out thanks to this McDonald’s breakfast sandwich that features the chain’s Spicy Pepper Sauce, which debuted with the Spicy McCrispy Chicken Sandwich.

Now, pulling out the Spicy Pepper Sauce for the breakfast crowd begs the question: Why not bring out the Big Mac Sauce, too? I’m 100 percent sure it would make a McMuffin McBetter.

Anyhoo, the orangey condiment brings a spiciness that I’d put at a 4-5 on my heat scale. It’s not enough to make me sweat or wish I’d ordered orange juice with it, but I did find myself suddenly more alert with a burn circulating inside my mouth, and that peppery burn lingered on my lips and tongue well after finishing the sandwich.

Beyond the heat, I enjoyed the added flavor. Standard McMuffins aren’t completely bland, but after eating Grimace’s weight of McMuffins over my lifetime, it’s wonderful to be able to taste something different. The sauce’s pepperiness negates the egg and cheese’s flavor, but the savory sausage still comes through. However, I do think the egg and cheese slightly dampens the topping’s heat.

I’m not sure if it’s just because it’s the new hotness, but I think I’m going to order all my McDonald’s breakfast sandwiches with this sauce for as long as I can. Yeah, even the McGriddles for a swicy twist.

McDonald’s Spicy Sausage McMuffin with Egg was a great tasting way to start my morning. The sauce’s pepperiness awakened my taste buds, and the sauce’s heat awakened the rest of my head. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m going to place a bag of Flamin’ Hot chips next to my bed.

Purchased Price: $5.79*
Rating: 8 out of 10
Nutrition Facts: Unavailable at time of publication.

*Because I live on a rock in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, things are a bit pricier here. You’ll probably pay less than I did.

Fast Food McDonald's

SPOTTED: 7/9/2025

Marvo / July 9, 2025 / Spotted on Shelves / 2 Comments

Here are some interesting new products found on store shelves by your fellow readers. If you’ve tried any of them, share your thoughts in the comments.