MW Polar Smoked Brisling Sardines in Olive Oil in 9.5oz. Jar (Pack of 6)

I had been buying this product in the larger 9.5 ounce jars for several years, but when I went shopping at Costco in January 2025, they didn't have them available, so I bought the 12-pack of 6.5 ounce jars on Amazon instead. I like sardines, and often crave them. I've tried several brands, and I like the texture, smokiness and quality of these very much. The jars are convenient, and if you don't eat the whole amount in one sitting, the jars make resealing and refrigerating a bit easier than the smaller, typically 3.5 to 4 ounce cans do. I do prefer the smaller jars. I continue to explore other brands. I like the King Oscar offering, but it is in cans, and the sardines are not quite as firm. I tried the Crown Prince version, and like King Oscar better. If you are looking for guidance, there are several people on YouTube who do reviews of canned fish products. You may be surprised at how many options there are.Let's talk value. When I was back at Costco in early April 2025, they again had the Polar sardines in the larger jars. for about $13 for three jars. When you compare the price per ounce it is about two-thirds of what you pay when you buy the product on Amazon. Amazon is certainly convenient. However, if I continue to find it at my local Costco, that is where I will be buying it. It's a better value for the identical product. You can also find single jars of the larger version at some local Grocery Outlets, again available at a better price. If none of those options are available to you, and your supermarket doesn't carry Polar products, Amazon may be your best/only option.

Yes, these are rather expensive sardines. However, if you like sardines, you may want to try some of the best tasting, and superlatively prepared, sardines being offered anywhere.These sardines have been purchased 3 times as a gift for my Mother. As a result of her interaction with others, many other people have purchased these sardines because they're just that good. As a matter of taste, they're GREAT!So, if you like sardines, and you'd like to treat yourself, or someone else, even though they're relatively expensive, make this purchase. You, most definitely, won't regret it!

I bought a can of olives stuffed with anchovies and it was a mushy paste with almost no flavor. I decided I would buy some real anchovies and just use that with olives. I was looking for these requirements: bold flavor, packed in quality olive oil, and firm texture. These anchovies seemed to fit the bill. I liked that they were caught off the coast of Sicily in clean waters, that was a big selling point. So... great strong flavor that is excellent, and a real chewy texture. They are even hard to break apart into small pieces with just my fingers. Obviously a little expensive but I think this small jar will go a long way. I plan to cook up some Italian paste and mix with garlic, olive oil, and pieces of these anchovies. Yum!

First and most important, very tasty. Minor surprise variation in size, I'm used to them being approximately the same. More seriously about 1/3 of the jar was more like a fish paste than individual sardines. I did eat it all and will probably reorder when my first half dozen are gone, though.

These are the best tasting sardines I’ve had. I love the fact that they are in glass jars and not cans lined with plastic.

I bought these sardines and had them delivered to New York where my son lives. He really likes sardines. He ate them last night and felt really sick. He could taste them really strong. And he said, "I threw them all away because they're not good and I don't recommend them." Okay? So I called Amazon, but unfortunately they don't give you a refund when they're edible.

Several were broken upon arrival but Amazon gave me a full refund. The ones that weren't broken were delicious, better than the higher priced fancy sardines

This is my favorite brand. It goes well with crackers, toast, noodles, pizza, and cheese. The Smokey flavor comes through with every breathe.