Post Great Grains Cereal, Whole Grain, Raisins, Dates & Pecans

Post Great Grains Whole Grain Raisins, Dates & Pecans is a 16 oz boxed cereal that sits in the supermarket breakfast aisle alongside granolas, mueslis and other adult-oriented cereals rather than the brightly colored kids’ shelves. It reads like a pantry-friendly ‘‘better-for-you’’ granola alternative: a mix of crunchy flakes and granola clusters studded with chewy raisins and dates and flecked with sliced pecans. You’ll see it positioned near other whole-grain and fiber-forward cereals and sometimes by yogurt toppings or oatmeal kits. Occasions for use include quick weekday breakfasts, topping yogurt or smoothie bowls, and grab-and-go snack handfuls for busy mornings or travel. Brand positioning leans mainstream health-conscious: Post markets it with whole-grain and heart-healthy claims, targeting adults who want a more ‘‘natural’’ or wholesome breakfast without abandoning convenience. Label characteristics give a health halo—“whole grain,” “good source of fiber,” and added vitamins and minerals—without organic certification; language emphasizes real ingredients (raisins, dates, pecans) while quietly including sugars and preservatives. Processing context: this is a factory-made cereal blending whole grains with added sugars, syrups, oil and a synthetic preservative (BHT). Sensory details: expect a mix of crisp cereal flakes and crunchy granola clusters, chewy dried fruit and nut crunch; the ritual is pouring from a cardboard box into a bowl or bagging a handful, eating with cold milk or sprinkling atop yogurt. Nutritionally it balances whole grain content (claimed 32 g per serving) with notable sugars (about 13 g) and modest sodium (140 mg) per serving.