I’m not real big on brats. I find them to be rather bland. I absolutely love kielbasa.
And yeah, sauerkraut is da bomb! Ever tried it on mashed potatoes?
When I was a kid in the late 70's, my Mother(God bless her soul), would make kielbasa and canned sauerkraut for dinner, and I insisted that not one strand of kraut be on the kielbasa.
I was a bitch in Bette Midler's league.
It could have been the brand and/or style of brat you had. There are different formulations of spices and meats based on who made them. Some companies make milder versions for people who have never had them before, or for kids who may not like more spicier versions.
Kielbasa cooked in sauerkraut. Bob Evans Sour cream and chive potatoes with green peas. Mix them all together on the plate, very good eats.