When it comes to having an emergency food ration bar, none are created equal. In this video, we put five popular emergency ration bars to the test: Datrex, SOS, 4Patriots, Beleon, and Grizzly Gear. We’ll break down everything that matters in a crisis—cost per calorie, nutrition, shelf life, taste, and texture—so you can make the best choice for your bug-out bag, car kit, or long-term storage. Survival ration bars are designed for situations where you need compact, calorie-dense food that requires no cooking or preparation. But each brand approaches this differently: some focus on affordability, others on taste, and a few claim extra-long shelf lives. We’ll compare the fat, protein, and carb balance in each bar to see which delivers quick energy, long-lasting fuel, and the satiety you’ll need in an emergency. Beyond the numbers, we’ll open the packs and taste-test each one, describing the flavors, smells, and textures you can expect. Do these bars crumble easily, leave you thirsty, or provide a decent eating experience under stress? We’ll also discuss how storage conditions—such as keeping them in a hot (or cold) car in Colorado—can affect the real-world shelf life versus what’s printed on the package. Whether you’re building a 72-hour kit, planning for grid-down survival, or simply want peace of mind with food security, this head-to-head comparison will provide you with the knowledge to stock the right bars for your specific needs. By the end, you’ll know which brand is the best value, which one tastes the best, and which one deserves a place in your emergency kit. Ration Bar's Mentioned Grizzly Gear Ration Bar's https://amzn.to/42pc6bV Beleon Ration Bar's(Highest Nutrients) https://amzn.to/4ngwxjk SOS Ration Bar's https://amzn.to/3V8QA7y Datrex Ration Bar's https://amzn.to/4ntLAqd 4Patriots Ration Bar's https://amzn.to/4mYD2rs Visit Our Websites... The Bug Out Location: https://thebugoutlocation.net/ MySurvivalfoods: https://mysurvivalfoods.com/ SurvivalistPrepper: https://survivalistprepper.net/ Visit our Amazon Storefront for More Supply Recommendations: https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivalistprepper?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_90QA9VD7YBVV95P6DFXJ NOTE: Most of the hyperlinks to products included on my channel are affiliate links, which means that I make a small percentage of the sales if you purchase an item after clicking one of the links from my channel. This comes at no cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. All the money I get goes towards funding my channel's costs, such as production equipment and new gear to test. Thank you for supporting my channel! 0:00 Survival Food 1:00 Survival Rations 2:23 Cost Per Calorie 5:26 Macronutrients 9:06 Flavor & Texture 12:20 Winners & Losers 14:55 Why Store Ration Bars