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The Pop Shop: Shakin' Bacon Milk Shake, $5.99

By Glen Macnow

The Pop Shop
Collingswood, N.J.

 

First off, I never lived in the world of "Happy Days," or "Archie and Jughead," but if I did, I imagine it would be like Pop Shop. This Collingswood, N.J. mainstay takes you back to an earlier, easier time. And the burgers, breakfasts and – especially – grilled cheese sandwiches are always wonderful.

So, too, is the Shakin' Bacon, a thick milkshake concoction of vanilla ice cream, crispy bacon and pancake syrup. Of course, they throw more bacon on top because, well, whoever complained of too much bacon?  It's a Grade-A milkshake – foamy and thick, without being grainy. Maple syrup flavor is a nice addition. I've always felt maple syrup is underrated and underused, limited mostly to pancakes.

But what makes this work is the bacon. Small, crisp flecks in every single sip. It's a fun experience, first you drink down the liquid, then you chew up the bacon bits left in your mouth. Repeat.

The Pop Shop could be a fun contender in the finals.

Score: 90/100

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