Review #1 - Tryst; Adams Morgan
I’m excited to publish my first official review for CWS. I decided to start in my own backyard, and I didn’t have to travel far to find a great product. Located on 18th Street just outside Nupont, Tryst is a local favorite that offers house-blended coffee and light eats in a casual, laid-back environment. It is frequented by students and work-from-home types alike. But enough about the ambiance, it’s time to examine the results from my Cookie CalculatorTM.
As quick note of reference for all future reviews, I will not be revealing the proprietary algorithms behind each Flavor Factor's weighting. These algorithms are empirically tested, ensure consistency, and ultimately distinguish my ratings from run-of-the mill food bloggers. Instead, I will provide a more qualitative review that breaks down each category. Let’s get started:
Texture and Consistency: Sturdy and dense composition. Approximately half an inch thick. While the chocolate chips in the cookie provide smooth and milky undertones, it is slightly dry on the finish.
Chocolate Chip Ratio: Appropriate. The cookie is neither lacking nor overzealous in its provision of chocolate chips, which come in the form of generously sized chunks distributed evenly throughout the cookie.
Price: $2.50, very reasonable for a cookie of this quality.
Overall Flavor Profile: A well-balanced cookie driven by bold chocolate chunks that are much larger and denser than initial appearances suggest. The high quality of the chocolate complements the simplicity of the dough to yield a satisfying experience for the palette.
Cookie Calculator Rating: 4.1 / 5 Cookies.
I have to commend Tryst for this cookie. I recognize that these cookies were probably designed to be consumed alongside coffee. While I don’t drink coffee (for reasons I won’t get into now), I have taken this fact into account with my review. Given it’s proximity, respectful customers, and technically sound cookie, I may add this cookie into my regular rotation.
