New Lebanon, N.Y.— It’s the last call for Girl Scout Cookies in the Berkshires as another Girl Scout Cookie Season comes to an end. This weekend is your last chance to score some cookies and support a local troop!
Girl Scout Cadette Troop #1759 in New Lebanon is having their last cookie sales booth on Saturday, April 20th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Community Center at 523 Route 20 in New Lebanon, N.Y. You can also order online and have the cookies shipped quickly and directly to your door! (Unless you personally know a scout in Troop #1759, be sure to select the “shipping” option.) Click HERE to order through Sunday, April 21st!
I hosted a cookie tasting and here are the 2024 Girl Scout Cookies ranked in order from worst to best:
Coming in at number nine are the Toffee-tastics, the gluten-free offering. Described as a “buttery toffee cookie,” it looks like a Pecan Sandy, but does not live up to the taste. The Toffee-tastics texture and flavor are both off. Dipping them in milk did not help. Do not recommend. D
Ranked at number eight are the Girl Scout S’mores, graham cracker sandwich cookies stuffed with chocolate and marshmallow fluff. The texture and crunch is fine, but I did not like the taste of this cookie. Do not recommend. C-
Ranked at number seven are the Lemon-ups, lemon cookies with inspirational messages printed on them. These cookies are pretty okay tasting, and they are absolutely adorable. I love the messages on the cookies, like “I am creative,” “I’m bold,” “I’m a leader,” I’m an innovator,” and “I am gutsy.” The lemon flavor is not the best, but it’s not that bad. I don’t not recommend this cookie. B-
Ranked at number six are the Do-Si-Dos, classic peanut butter sandwich cookies. These cookies are also pretty okay. Think Nutter Butter in both taste and texture. I don’t not recommend this cookie. B
Coming in at number five are the Thin Mints, a crispy chocolate-mint wafer coated in chocolate. This is a controversial ranking for this cookie, especially in my household. Thin Mints are a very popular flavor and they are my husband’s favorite. While Thin Mints are not my favorite, I do appreciate them. This is a solid, delightful cookie. This classic cookie is a must order. A-
Ranked at number four are the Trefoils, shortbread cookies. Trefoils have been my go-to choice for years. This classic is a good cookie. It tastes like shortbread. It’s good with and without milk. This classic cookie is a must order. A-
In third place are the Adventurefuls, a chocolate, brownie-ish cookie with a dollop of caramel creme in the center. These cookies are surprisingly tasty. They feature the same crunch chocolate wafer found in the Thin Mint with a caramel twist. The caramel flavor is a little lacking, but overall, I like them. I recommend you give them a try. A
In second place are the Samoas, crispy coconut and caramel-coated ring-shaped cookies with chocolate stripes. This classic cookie (also know as a Caramel Delight) is just yummy. Toasted coconut and chocolate are a perfect combo. If you like coconut, these are a must order. A
The winner, in first place, Tagalongs, also known as Peanut Butter Patties, crunchy cookies topped with a layer of peanut butter and dipped in chocolate. Classic taste and a perfect balance of crunch, peanut butter, and chocolate. Goes great with milk. This classic cookie is a must order. A+
If this ranking has stirred your cravings, this weekend is your last chance to get your hands on a few boxes. Girl Scout Cadette Troop #1759 in New Lebanon, N.Y. is having their last cookie sales booth on Saturday, April 20th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Community Center at 523 Route 20 in New Lebanon, N.Y. You can also order the cookies online and have the cookies shipped quickly and directly to your door! (Unless you personally know a scout in Troop #1759, be sure to select the “shipping” option.) Click HERE to order through Sunday, April 21st!
