We Ate 6 Year Old MREs...

Published on September 20, 2019
Duration: 10:19

This video reviews 6-year-old MREs, testing three menus: Meatballs in Marinara, Chili Mac, and Pork Sausage with Gravy. The Chili Mac was a standout favorite, while the Pork Sausage was visually unappealing and poorly received. Desserts like the marble pound cake and First Strike bar were highlights, though the Skittles melted into a solid mass. The Flameless Ration Heater (FRH) was used effectively for heating.

Quick Summary

The Chili Mac MRE menu was the fan favorite in this 6-year-old MRE taste test, receiving the highest rating. While other menus like Meatballs in Marinara were decent, the Pork Sausage with Gravy was poorly received. Desserts like pound cake were highlights.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Eating Old MREs
  2. 00:48Unboxing & Contents
  3. 02:17Heating with FRH
  4. 04:34Tasting Main Meals
  5. 07:10Tasting Desserts & Sides
  6. 09:15Final Ratings & Verdict

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the MRE menus tested in the video?

The video tested three MRE menus: Menu 14 (Meatballs in Marinara Sauce), Menu 10 (Chili and Macaroni), and Menu 1 (Pork Sausage Patties, Maple Flavored). The MREs were approximately 6 years old.

How are MREs typically heated for consumption?

MREs are typically heated using a Flameless Ration Heater (FRH). This involves adding a small amount of water to activate a chemical heating element, which then heats the main meal pouch.

Which MRE menu was the favorite in the 6-year-old MRE taste test?

The Chili Mac (Menu 10) was the fan favorite and received the highest rating among the tested MREs. It was praised for its taste and overall palatability.

What happened to the Sour Skittles found in the MREs?

The Sour Skittles, dated May 2013, had melted into a single, solid mass due to age and likely temperature fluctuations during storage. They were not edible in their original form.

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