We tested the best hot dog brands around to find out once and for all which one reigns supreme, and it turns out that there are some major differences in each brand's taste and texture.
Here are the best 5 to shop.
What We Like: great snap and texture, crisp exterior, juicy
What We Don't Like: more expensive than other brands
Kosher: no
SABRETT
BEST HOT DOGS OVERALL
What We Like: high quality beef, incredibly flavorful and meaty, juicy
What We Don't Like: more expensive than other brands, not available at supermarkets
Kosher: no
KC CATTLE COMPANY
BEST FANCY HOT DOGS
What We Like: affordable, juicy interior, smoky, classic flavor
What We Don't Like: doesn't brown well, modest snap
Kosher: no
INSTACART
MOST NOSTALGIC HOT DOGS
What We Like: organic, high quality beef, meaty flavor
What We Don't Like: pricy
Kosher: no
TRADER JOE'S
BEST ORGANIC HOT DOGS
What We Like: very juicy, soft texture, browns well
What We Don't Like: not very snappy
Kosher: no
TYSON FOODS
JUICIEST HOT DOGS