They surprised me in many ways. They are small, light, and filling. The taste is a bit reminiscent of crumble pieces, so people who used to sneak bites of it in the kitchen when their mom was making sweet yeast cake will feel a familiar vibe xD. You don’t need to eat much of them to feel full and forget about your stomach growling for a while. I also get the impression that, if stored dry, they can last a really very long time.
Seven Oceans Food Rations 500 g
Developed as a compact food ration, this product ensures a nutritionally balanced and high-energy intake during emergencies or periods of intense physical activity. Seven Oceans food is globally recognized as an emergency ration for lifeboats and life rafts. The quality of the product surpasses the requirements set by the SOLAS Convention (International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea). Manufactured in Norway, this process is overseen by the Norwegian Ministry of Health. Seven Oceans rations are ideal for sailors, adventurers, hikers, and survival enthusiasts needing emergency nutrition.
Long-term food ration vacuum-packed
The 500 g net package contains 18 cubes formed into 9 bars, delivering a total of 2500 kcal. The entire content is vacuum-packed in triple-layer, waterproof aluminum foil. Shelf life is up to 5 years from the production date. The product is ready to eat straight from the package or can be mixed with water or milk. It should be stored at temperatures below 30°C.
Ingredients
- wheat flour
- vegetable fat
- dextrose
- malt
- sugar
- vitamins
May contain traces of milk and soya.
Nutritional value per 100 g
- energy: 478 kcal
- carbohydrates: 64 g, of which sugars 14 g
- fats: 21 g
- protein: 7 g
- fiber: 4 g
- vitamins and trace elements: C, B1, B6, D, calcium, iron, potassium
Main features
- weight / energy value: 500 g / 2500 kcal
- 18 cubes in 9 bars
- ready to eat or mix with water/milk
- shelf life: 5 years from production
- vacuum-packed, 3-layer aluminum foil
- Norwegian product, supervised by Ministry of Health
- compliant with the SOLAS Convention
Technical data
Quantity: 1 pack (18 cubes)
Net weight: 500 g
Standards: The ration complies with SOLAS/ISO 18813:2006 standards and U.E. Directive 98/83.
NATO STOCK NUMBER: 8970-25-145-1140
Manufacturer: GC Rieber Compact, Norway
| Unit value | 500 g |
|---|---|
| Food type | Food ration |
| Net weight | 500 g |
| Energy value (kcal) | 478 kcal/100 g |
| Number of servings per package | 9 |
| Protein | 7 g/100 g |
| Fats | 21 g/100 g |
| Carbohydrates | 64 g/100 g |
| Carbohydrates | 14 g/100 g |
| Dish type | Vegetarian |
| EAN | 70224818 |
| Manufacturer code | 000000001 |
| Brand | GC Rieber |
| Expiration Date | 2032-01-01 |
| EAN |
Reviews with photos
Review summary
Number of reviews: 644
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A great choice as an emergency supply for tough situations – suitable for survival, hiking trips, or as an emergency snack. They are nutritious, lightweight, and have a very long shelf life, making them perfect for carrying in a backpack or keeping in the car. Their taste is simple, slightly sweet, but for survival food, it's actually quite good. A big advantage is the small, airtight packaging and high energy value. You can eat them dry or dissolve them in water, which makes them a versatile product.
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The taste is average, a bit sweet and bland, but for this type of product that's not the most important thing. The most important thing is that it provides energy and motivates you to act in difficult situations. It's something worth having in your car, emergency backpack, or even at home in case of a crisis. Importantly, you can store them anywhere and forget about them—even after many years past the expiry date, nothing happens to them. I will definitely buy them again.
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The rations are carefully packed in a cardboard box and then tightly wrapped in thick vacuum film, much like ground coffee. Inside, there are 9 elongated portions in shrink wrap, wrapped in paper, each divided into two parts. Thanks to this, the whole package is well protected from water. The taste is fairly sweet and somewhat bland. However, it should be remembered that this is an emergency ration, and its price remains reasonable. For emergency situations, I recommend it. For camping, trekking, and similar trips, it is better to choose freeze-dried meals or something more filling.
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A very practical format for building a food reserve. The ration is compact, easy to store, and provides a good amount of energy. It is reassuring to have this type of product available for outings or simply as a reserve at home.
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To my surprise, they turned out to be tasty, and everyone liked the sample pack. After eating one bar, I feel full, like after lunch. I do have a feeling, though, that after a month of eating like this I could put on about 10 kilos, so they need to be hidden from the “household locusts” xD.
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A solid supply for emergency situations. It tastes like shortbread cookies, is nutritious, and very high in calories. It is best eaten with tea or coffee. The airtight packaging helps it stay fresh for a long time. It works great for survival use and during mountain trips.
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Seven Oceans 500 g emergency rations are filling biscuits with high nutritional value. They have often kept me from going hungry in the field. Just one biscuit gives a feeling of fullness comparable to eating the first course of a lunch. I recommend them.
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In my opinion, they taste great. They quickly help satisfy hunger, have a very long shelf life, and are securely protected. It is worth having such an emergency food supply.
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On the first try, Seven Oceans makes a good impression in terms of taste, but afterward there is usually not much desire to reach for it again. Because of its long shelf life and the lack of special storage requirements, it is good to have such a ration on hand in case of an emergency.
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These are dry food rations with a good nutritional value ratio. They work great as a backup meal — they do not need to be exceptionally tasty; the most important thing is that they support the body when no other food is available. Best regards
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I used to have this often, and I still do. It’s a great portion of food that provides energy during demanding moments on the trail or while travelling. I will definitely keep reaching for it in the future as well. It also works well prepared hot with water, with the addition of a few nuts and dried fruit. It turns into something similar to porridge, but especially in winter it is very pleasant to eat something warm and sweet outdoors.
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They taste like breadcrumbs with margarine. You can eat them, but it's good to drink something with a strong flavor, like coffee or strong tea. I treat these crackers more as a novelty than a regular part of my diet outside of home, even though one package theoretically contains a day's worth of calories. On the plus side, the packaging is very tight and solid.
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I was asked to prepare an emergency meal for a family member for a difficult situation – for what is called a 'rainy day.' I already have Seven Oceans 500g Food Rations in my supplies, so I made a repeat purchase at Military.
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These food rations have a good nutritional value ratio and work great as an emergency backup meal. They don't have to be exceptionally tasty – the most important thing is that they provide support to the body when there are no other food options.
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