Daily Quickie: Selecta Magnum Classic & Almond

Sunday, March 18, 2012
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Sunday, March 18, 2012
Daily Quickie is a short tag on the title which I use for blog entries about food I'm snacking at home, work or anywhere.

Selecta Magnum has hit the Philippines like a signal number 4 typhoon! On the television, on Facebook, in the blogsphere, and even in stores, there's always a tidbit about this famous premium ice cream bar. So although I was skeptical at first and thought that this might just be a common-tasting ice cream bar over hyped by the media, I finally gave in and decided to try it for myself.

Selecta Magnum

Yesterday while in Trinoma, I dragged the beau along and decided to pay a trip to Landmark's supermarket just to get a flavor each of Selecta Magnum ice cream bar. Although there weren't many people flocking at Magnum's ice cream chiller, there were only 2 flavors available -- Magnum Classic (P50) and Magnum Almond (P50).

Selecta Magnum Classic

We first tried the Magnum Classic which is a vanilla ice cream bar coated with Belgian chocolate. I admit it was good. The chocolate coating was sweet, rich and had a beautiful crisp. However, the vanilla ice cream was nothing out of the ordinary. And for someone who've always had her dose of Belgian chocolates, the Magnum Classic was not that impressive.

Selecta Magnum Almond

Unlike the Magnum Classic though, the Magnum Almond is coated with almond-infused Belgian chocolate which is definitely lighter in taste. It was not as sweet as the Classic which made me enjoy it more, and it didn't only have a beautiful crisp, but also a nice crunch.

Selecta Magnum Wrapper

Overall, I'm not crazy over Selecta Magnum, but I definitely like it. I don't think I'll be buying a Classic variant any time soon, but it wouldn't hurt to eat a stick of the Magnum Almond from time to time. Given the chance, I'll try to sample Magnum Truffle too just to see which of the variants I like the most.

How about you, have you tried Magnum already? If yes, what's your favorite flavor? :)
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60 comments:

  1. yuukiMarch 18, 2012 at 1:46 AM

    so much hype over magnum, is it really good?

    i already tasted the plain and one with almonds...but found it just so-so...

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  2. Sumi GoMarch 18, 2012 at 1:50 AM

    @yuuki: I think sis if you're used to eating Belgian chocolates, then Magnum is just ordinary.. :)

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  3. YANIMarch 18, 2012 at 1:51 AM

    can't waaaait to taste it too!!!!!! :))

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  4. AlgeneMarch 18, 2012 at 2:05 AM

    I haven't tasted one sis! Ang dami ng reviews about it! Makahingi nga kay Abdel. lol

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  5. UnknownMarch 18, 2012 at 2:38 AM

    I really really recommend you try Picole. It's under the radar but 10x more delicious than Magnum. I only saw it at Rustan's Supermarket or Rustan's Fresh. I think they're the exclusive distributors.

    It's more expensive but is so worth the price.

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  6. Angela RicardoMarch 18, 2012 at 5:02 AM

    I seriously don't get why people are so crazy about Magnum. I've had it, its good but not really all that different from other ice cream. From what I've heard the conversion to Php price it is just totally way up high the chain. I know it's a high end ice cream but it still is just another ice cream. It's more like we're all paying for the brand. Like starbucks, ben & jerrys, haagen's, etc. Just my opinion. :P

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  7. eigrojMarch 18, 2012 at 5:26 AM

    wanna try it... but i can't.. we have the ben and jerry here... but still phil ice scream is the best... i love mango flavor... so with ice cream stick like magnum


    Eigroj Stain

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  8. Tal | ThePinayWandererMarch 18, 2012 at 6:39 AM

    Tried magnum classic and it's just ok. I like haagen's more but since it's too expensive, I'll just settle for magnum...heheh! Will try other variants next time. :)

    blog hopping, found your blog through Anney. :)

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  9. UnknownMarch 18, 2012 at 8:01 AM

    I bought all 3 variants and ate it in one go hahahaha ...

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  10. i♥pinkc00kiesMarch 18, 2012 at 8:11 AM

    tried these 2 also and i loved almond! :)

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  11. RoseMarch 18, 2012 at 8:20 AM

    I'm curious about the Truffle flavor too. Ahhh, maybe next time they'll have it available already. I only got to try to the Almond one and I found it too sweet. But it was good. I liked how the coating didn't fall off so easily once you start biting into it.

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  12. Vonn Angelie DavidMarch 18, 2012 at 8:49 AM

    there is really this fuss about Magnum.. hmm., i should give it a try

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  13. UnknownMarch 18, 2012 at 9:36 AM

    When were done distributing the 112 school supplies in a remote barangay that was just flooded during Sendong. We had this little ice cream party. I saw this magnum ice cream and it didn't entice me...I guess it is just a new ice cream and nothing else but new taste --- so we had another one instead of tasting this.

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  14. Oh Gosh GulayMarch 18, 2012 at 9:38 AM

    magnum is getting viral over the blogosphere..pero ako nlng ata ang inde pa nakakakain nito..hahaha..poor me!

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  15. MarLiesTravelsMarch 18, 2012 at 10:26 AM

    still haven't tried Magnum yet.. though really intrigued about the hype it's getting.. would love to try the truffle! :)

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  16. Mrs.AMarch 18, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    Magnum seems to be the hype in the Philippines ha? :)

    It's been available in Singapore for the past couple of years. I tried it once. It's not too bad. :)

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  17. lalalaPatriciaMarch 18, 2012 at 11:38 AM

    Haven't tried it pa. Does it taste like the ordinary one or there's something different that i must try it pronto? :D haha Sa ibang country hindi selecta, streets ang name :))

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  18. michymichymooMarch 18, 2012 at 12:05 PM

    I'm a super duper late bloomer. Still haven't tried it. :(

    http://www.dekaphobe.com/

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  19. It'sBerylliciousMarch 18, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    Love the almond.. Madami nga ngsasabi na nothing really special about the classic.. Haven't tried the truffle though..

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  20. CrescentFireMarch 18, 2012 at 12:44 PM

    What I really like on Magnum lang is the cracking coating. XD Ice cream not much because there's nothing too note worthy about it.

    ♥ www.foodiefromthemetro.com

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  21. Mary de GuzmanMarch 18, 2012 at 12:51 PM

    It's good, but I do think it's a bit too overhyped. :) I love the magnum almond though, but didn't enjoy the choco truffle flavor... way too sweet.

    Taste's Intentions

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  22. Sumi GoMarch 18, 2012 at 2:15 PM

    @Rae: I know Picolé! :D There's actually a Picolé stall in SM MOA and I've loved their ice pops ever since I've tried them.

    @Angela Ricardo: Yeah, I definitely agree.. :)

    @lalalaPatricia: There's really nothing special about Magnum so don't worry.. ;) It's good, like most ice cream bars are :)

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  23. SioneeMarch 18, 2012 at 3:04 PM

    hehe Magnum! I like the classic and the almonds. I just don't like the price. haha

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  24. AizaMarch 18, 2012 at 3:35 PM

    I love Magnum Almond. Hey, Php50 lang? Bat 60 yung nabibili ko?? :(

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  25. Sumi GoMarch 18, 2012 at 3:37 PM

    @Miss `Chievous: I think it's priced at P60 if bought from 7-11 and other retail stores. It's P50 lang 'pag from the supermarket :)

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  26. Rainy KuaMarch 18, 2012 at 3:48 PM

    I keep seeing Magnum on FB. I really want to try it.:)

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  27. chrisairMarch 18, 2012 at 4:03 PM

    haven't tried it, their marketing are successful

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  28. athenaMarch 18, 2012 at 4:31 PM

    i haven't succumbed to the dark side of buying this. :o thanks for sharing! :>

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  29. imrizMarch 18, 2012 at 4:55 PM

    when it comes to icecream, it's the kids who knew and have a say on what flavors to buy. even the cornetto disk, in all honesty, i haven't tried, becuase its the kids who grabbed at the store while i am left by the cashier...
    my teen daughter's the one who spoils me the story about the craze:)

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  30. Gellie AbogadoMarch 18, 2012 at 5:39 PM

    I haven't tried this. I haven't given in to the temptation. It's all because of my being not a sweet tooth. Haha! But would want to try just for the sake of trying :P

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  31. SwexieMarch 18, 2012 at 6:54 PM

    I will only eat this when somebody would give it to me for free. Hahaha!

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  32. germzMarch 18, 2012 at 9:29 PM

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  33. germzMarch 18, 2012 at 9:31 PM

    funny coz we have the same post...lol here's mine http://www.germeline.info/video-2/magnum-selecta-ice-cream-stick

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  34. julie annMarch 19, 2012 at 3:03 AM

    I was really surprised na ngayon lang nagka Magnum sa Pinas. I must admit it's really something because of the Belgian chocolate coating but I'm not really enchanted with it. Maybe because it's just an ordinary street ice cream here.

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  35. JhaneyMarch 19, 2012 at 3:17 AM

    Everyone's going crazy about Selecta Magnum. I think I should give it a try, too. =)

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  36. tessMarch 19, 2012 at 6:40 AM

    I saw the magnum at the grocery today .they only have the classic flavor ,in one papack(3 yata ang laman?? small size at the price of $3 something(mahal) but i changed my mind instead ,i got the blue bell dutch chocolate ice cream 1/2 galloon for only $5 plus.

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  37. ChaMarch 19, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    Not yet :-( I am not feeling well the past few days e. I hope to try the Magnum Almond one of this days. Your photos are so nice-as always! Keep up the good work Sumi.

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  38. EensÜMarch 19, 2012 at 10:49 AM

    I just like the coating! :) Try the Truffles...

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  39. MheAnneMarch 19, 2012 at 1:14 PM

    I've read about Magnum on FBW at least 3 times - twice maybe on your link and I am crazy about it. I wanna try it now.drool!!

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  40. hazelMarch 19, 2012 at 2:01 PM

    i'm not a big icecream lover! but i like the magnum truffle.. the only variant i tasted so far haha :P

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  41. stacyMarch 19, 2012 at 2:22 PM

    I like the chocolate truffle rin. Other variants I havn't tried.

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  42. Julie Ann LozadaMarch 19, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    looks so yummy, but i'm not into sweets!

    It’s a GIRL Thing

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  43. chrisairMarch 19, 2012 at 8:37 PM

    Still haven't take a bite about it, but looking forward for it

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  44. SweethestiaMarch 21, 2012 at 5:07 AM

    i've tasted it na sis.. chika lng siya.

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  45. AnonymousMarch 21, 2012 at 7:14 AM

    Will try it later.

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  46. ChyngMarch 21, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    not a fan. taste ordinary for me.

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  47. AnonymousMarch 22, 2012 at 1:22 PM

    I'll go for a Sebastian's Dive Bar instead. Magnum is overrated; too much ado about nothing.

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  48. AnonymousMarch 22, 2012 at 7:26 PM

    try to buy in mini stop and 711 but it's out of stock ..is that mean that's really magnum is good? =)

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  49. JayMarch 28, 2012 at 5:49 AM

    This has been such a hype there in Pinas...overflooding twitter endorsement by celebs..but nahhh....it won't sell on me...hahahaha..But I am sure for the lovers of ice cream no wonder it'll be a big hit.

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  50. AnonymousApril 21, 2012 at 9:36 AM

    I have lost my appetite lately but have discovered Magnum classic and it has returned.

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  51. UnknownDecember 14, 2012 at 7:29 AM

    i already tried that. super sikat na yan dito sa pinas. kakain lng nyan lagi may picture. hehe gnun na ang uso ngayon e.

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  52. UnknownJanuary 31, 2013 at 3:12 AM

    these two are actually my favorites.. i love the belgian chocolate Magnum has to offer. I just wished the strawberry flavor available with the other countries will also be made available here in the philippines. :)

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  53. ghonFebruary 22, 2013 at 12:30 PM

    ubusan ng stocks dati yan haha. masarap naman....

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  54. carlaveniceMarch 12, 2013 at 12:41 PM

    I love the magnum almond but i will try the magnum classic one of this days!!

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  55. June Rumbaoa RealJuly 6, 2013 at 2:45 PM

    I still have not given into the hype. I would like to try that soon.

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  56. AnonymousOctober 28, 2013 at 1:57 AM

    Thanks. You can see the back of the wrapper at http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/qb9wm.jpg . Regards

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  57. UnknownNovember 14, 2013 at 4:58 PM

    i love magnum,.

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  58. UnknownNovember 26, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    I'm a loser XD Hindi pa ko nakakatikim ng Magnum :D OMG!

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  59. Ann CagalinganFebruary 10, 2014 at 8:17 AM

    Magnum is now one of my favorite ice cream!,SOoO Yummy! talagang hahanap hanapin mo ;)

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  60. EddielliFebruary 18, 2014 at 12:27 PM

    I like Magnum Almond better than Magnum Gold! :)

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