Wirecutter Taste Tested 31 Hot Dogs. Sabrett Won.

Summary

Wirecutter's Kathleen Squires joins Bloomberg to discuss the results of a blind taste test of 31 all-beef hot dogs, naming Sabrett as the winner based on snap, flavor, and balance. The conversation covers tasting methodology, regional hot dog styles, and personal preferences.

• Wirecutter conducted a blind taste test of 31 all-beef hot dogs with eight testers from diverse regions.
• Sabrett was named the top hot dog for its superior snap, flavor balance, and pastrami-like taste.
• Tasting criteria included texture (snap), flavor, spice balance, appearance in the bun, and interaction with condiments.
• Seattle-style hot dogs, with cream cheese and jalapeños, won a separate bracket on regional toppings.
• The test included a narrowing process: plain boiled pieces, then finalists with buns and condiments.
• Hosts and guest discuss hot dog preparation methods, ketchup avoidance, and the food's American immigrant history.