Honey Stinger Organic Energy Waffles, Caramel, 16 Ct

Pretty let down. Had high flavor hopes for the name, but they're less than mediocre. Not even a real attempt at "cream" filling. It's basically a rebrand of Van/Choc which tasted better. My order was also delayed, then forgotten about and I had to go chasing after it to get it. Miraculously was shipped once I emailed asked where my product was.

This new waffle flavor is amazing. The waffles themselves have a deep, black cocoa taste and really remind you of the oreo cookie flavor...the cream is nice, very subtle and not punching you in the face with a fake vanilla cream flavor. Overall it's a perfect addition to the Stinger waffle lineup.

I use those on my long trail runs I like them. My only comment is that they crumble a lot. I feel I leave crumbs on the trail....and maybe don't get all the calories I need? I also tried the protein waffles. They are too dry and to be used after activity. By that time I am home and can make myself a protein smoothie.

My go-to on hot days..something about that sweet saltiness is just perfect when it's hot out. I love all the flavors of the GF waffles but this is the one I go for on the hottest days. Only thing I would like to see is packaging that is a bit easier to open and get the waffle out with one hand, for the times where it isn't easy to take both hands off the bars when on the bike. Otherwise these are the best ride fuel.

I first tried this product at the Spartan Beast in Lake Tahoe in September of 2019. They were presented about halfway through the race and I didn't have an issue with endurance. I then saw them again at the Spartan Super in Arizona in February of 2020 and remembered how good tasting they are. I purchased 3 boxes since then due to reading up on the product, the mission statement, the ingredients in the product, and their overall philosophy. It all made sense. I do many endurance events and get bored of the gels and want something tangible, nutritious, and compatible with "real" food. These are now my "go to" for long races and I consider them what I call a 'timing' food, as in if you time eating correctly before a race, they give you the energy and endurance when you need it (which is usually about 30 mins for me). ...and perhaps I have one now and then as a snack because they are clean, healthy, and delicious!