Give it a try! (Marmite)

Member Name: bobinder

Product:	Marmite
Date:	20/08/09 (36 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: The taste!

Disadvantages: It loses a star for its high salt content

What more can you say about Marmite, than you either love it or hate it. Well this is not strictly true..

History:

The base ingredient of marmite is concentrated yeast extract, a paste, to which a variety of ingredients are added. The magic of marmite began in 1902, when Marmite Ltd was established. It has since been disgusting, and fulfilling millions of people.

My Opinion:

I love marmite, but this has not always been the case. Children are always curious, and I was no exception. I badgered my mother to buy marmite, as I would hear so many people speak of it, but as soon as I tried it, I squirmed and had to wash my mouth out of the wretched stuff. I did not try it again until very recently, and could not be more surprised at how my taste buds have changed. It does have a very unique taste, but one which I now savour every morning on some warm toast. I have generally enjoyed sweet jams and spreads, but there is definately something moreish about the salty tang of marmite.

Given my initial resentment of the spread, I would say it is perhaps an aquired taste. My experience of the product pushes me to advise that if you do enjoy savoury foods, then it is definately a possibilty you will be fond of marmite. One word of warning on its application: too much marmite can taste slightly sickly, and too little being a bit bland.


Nutritional Value:

Marmite is also seen to have some nutritional benefits, containing essential B Vitamins, Thiamin & Riboflavin, Niacin, Folic Acid and Vitamin B12. However, it does have a high salt content, and is not advised for people considering a low salt diet, such as hypertensives.


Goodluck to all potential buyers!

Summary: don't give up on marmite!