‘Tastes like I remember from childhood’: the best supermarket double cream, tasted and rated

This article details a taste test of supermarket double creams, highlighting the difficulty in distinguishing between most brands due to the homogeneity of the conventional food system. It explains that British double cream, with about 48% fat, is ideal for whipping and sauces due to its higher fat content compared to whipping cream. While conventional cream is functional, truly excellent cream offers a complex flavor, thick texture, and a remarkably nourishing effect. The piece emphasizes the significant difference between standard, uniform creams and those with a distinct, memorable taste reminiscent of childhood.