SUPER FOODS: Triple Crunch Sandwich

Friday, 13 July 2012

Triple Crunch Sandwich

Louisville, KY - The American Tasting Institute's panel of master tasters awarded KFC(r)'s Triple Crunch(r) Zinger(TM) as “2000 Best of Show” during a recent blind taste test of 21 chicken sandwiches at eight national fast food chains, including Wendy's, McDonald's, Burger King, Arby's, Jack in the Box, Carl's Jr, Popeye's and KFC.The master tasters are professional chefs who conduct blind taste tests and award points based on taste, appearance, freshness and overall impression. The total number of points possible was 10, and the sandwiches receiving an average score of 9 or better were awarded “Best of Show.” This is the first time in the Institute's history a sandwich has been honored.“Sandwich lovers with an affinity for spicy foods will love KFC's Triple Crunch Zinger sandwich,” said Jesse Sartain, master taster for the American Tasting Institute. “The Zinger is a hearty sandwich with the perfect combination of spices to give it a big, bold flavor.”The Triple Crunch(r) Zinger(TM) features three freshly prepared, crispy and juicy white meat chicken strips, plus a fiery blend of peppers and spices in a mayonnaise sauce. The sandwich is topped with shredded lettuce and sliced tomato and served on a specially made Pepperidge Farm(r) bun.