I have been a Cheez-It lover for many years. When I saw this “Hot & Spicy Tabasco” variation, I automatically assumed we had a winner. Unfortunately, that was not the case. The initial taste was familiar, but the spice that hits you is rather dull and woody. Yes… woody. It tastes like spicy bark of a tree. I think that says enough. Stay away at all costs! Unless you like wood… spicy wood.