I saw this post and wanted to ask the opposite. What are some items that really aren't worth paying the expensive version for? Preferably more extreme or unexpected examples.

  • leaky_shower_thought@feddit.nl
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    10 months ago

    you have a good point with "use" as a differentiator.

    this is similar to buying non-potable water vs potable, with pretty much the potable water being more expensive.

    I think it's within reasonable bounds because the extra cost comes from the added iodine or the minute minerals in maldon to add the extra taste.

    • ProfessorOwl_PhD [any]
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      10 months ago

      Maldon is a sea salt, the extra cost comes from the extraction method rather than adding anything. I don't think it tastes noticeably different, but the large crystals stop it from clumping together and gives you better distribution when sprinkling it over stuff.