This product is very good and offers an good alternative to traditional chips which unfortunately come with more calories.  The chips are very tasty and have good texture.  The only issue is they are a bit salty to be a health alternative, otherwise, they will be a hit in eating alone or with your favorite dip. 
I eat it, the dog eats it, the horses eat it.  This stuff is amazing.  Allegedly it has antiviral and antibacterial properties but adding this to my diet and going paleo in the foods I eat has taken 15 years off my age in how I feel! 
The smell and appearance of this coffee are very attractive when first opened. The bag is vacuum sealed. The coffee is very finely ground and has the soft texture of clay. The aroma is rich and delicious.Opinions will differ on taste. While I liked it, my husband wasn't so keen on the flavor. I guess it depends on your feelings about chocolate.Still . . . Folgers Gourmet Selections makes a decently priced chocolate coffee that smells just as good and tastes slightly better. 
My initial impression of the sauce is that it has a rich ruby color speckled with raspberry seeds.  It has a thinner consistency than I had envisioned - I liken it to a raspberry syrup found at a pancake restaurant - but was glad to find it clung to the meat with ease.  The sauce starts out sweet and finished on a medium spicy note.  I used it as an accompaniment to steak and plan to try it on both chicken wings and pork.  The bottle comes with a mini recipe booklet with more ideas.  One recipe I plan to try out on Super Bowl Sunday is one that uses a block of cream cheese and the sauce. Highly recommended.  Will purchase again. 
I was so excited to see the box of 18 snacks arrive, and my whole family eagerly dug in. The combination of the salty cashews, sweet pomegranates, and vanilla is delicious and very flavorful. My husband, two teenagers and I gave the product two thumbs up, initially. The problem is that the taste is so strong and distinctive that you get tired of it quickly. After a few days, we left the remaining snacks in the box. No one wanted to take them to school or work. We eventually finished the box, but it did take quite a while. This product is probably best purchased in smaller quantities. 
Pu'erh tea is black tea (fermented green leaves) but fermented in a way that natural microbes plus pressure and aging give special properties. It's believed to have health benefits. A friend introduced me to this tea at a Chinese herb shop in Thailand. It came in cubes, sort of pressed, and tasted slightly of earth and camphor, which I later found out meant it was particularly good. This tea was not pleasant to drink but if you were feeling "punk" with a cold coming on, it would set you up almost immediately. I've run out of it and haven't been back to Asia in a decade. So I was motivated to try Numi's variety of Pu'erh.The Numi Ginger Pu'erh is a lot milder and pleasant to drink; it doesn't have a too-pronounced strong, mushroomy, earthy taste but it is there in the background.  I wish the ginger were stronger--but that is easily fixed. I tried throwing in a slice of fresh ginger, crushed slightly and it made for a very pleasant drink that felt nice on a raw Spring day.I find tea for me has medicinal benefits for me (your results may vary.) I was reluctant to try Pu'erh tea again because you can't tell if it's genuine or sort of a fast-process to get it to market.  I notice that on Numi's website, you can buy loose Pu'erh tea and even the brick form, which is the the traditional fermented, pressed form that improves with age. Since they are taking the trouble to sell Pu'erh in various authentic forms, I feel better about using their brand. Typically, bag tea is the worst quality leaf--the "fannings" or the broken leaves and dust that gather when you process tea. They work for bags as they steep quickly. I'm thinking I'd like to try their loose or pressed tea and see if I can find something similar to that tea we used to purchase in Bangkok at that Chinese herb store. Meanwhile, this is a good tea that I like especially when I have a cold or am just tired and need a lift. 
I love the packaging and ability to make the drink as strong as I want. The flavor isn't as great as the packaging, though this is the most appealing of the three I've tried. Definitely for people who don't mind artificial sweetener taste. 
The tea is good but not very strong.  I feel the need to use two bags a cup of tea.  It would be better if it could be a little stronger. 
When I saw this Savory Tea, it looked appealing.  I drink 2-3 cups of tea per day and the concept of a savory tea seemed interesting.  The flavors even sounded good, at least most of them: tomato mint, spinach chive, fennel spice, carrot curry, broccoli cilantro and beet cabbage.  Unfortunately, none of them appeal to me when brewed.Tomato Mint: Not a combination I would normally consider.  I don't prefer it as tea either.  The mint, to me, overpowers any hint of tomato.Spinach Chive: Kind of a neutral taste - not heavy on the chive side and more like green tea with a hint of chive.Fennel Spice:  I love fennel and this one was probably my favorite.  Notes of fennel but not overpowering.Beet Cabbage:  Really?  Both have very earthy flavors and together they are not drinkable.  Smells & tastes like a cabbage patch.Carrot Curry: Curry is naturally overpowering and it remains so in this blend.  I am not a big curry fan so this one did not appeal to me at all.Broccoli Cilantro:  Not much cilantro in this (I cook with cilantro daily) - more like broccoli juice.  Not for me.This is not a product I would buy again.  I'll stick with my normal tea. 
I was searching for a lotion for my husband's psoriasis and the search engine brought up coconut oil!  I thought that was unusual, but decided to start researching coconut oil and its uses.  Wow!  This natural oil has so many uses and is extremely healthy!  It is anti-bacterial, anti-microbal, anti-viral, and anti-fungal.I've been putting it on my husband's psoriasis for three days, but it hasn't been long enough to tell yet whether it will help; I'll keep you posted.Awesome moisturizer--I've been using it for the last week as a body oil after I shower and everynight on my face before bed, and my skin is so smooth and soft!  It soaks right in as long as you use it sparingly with no greasy feeling.Natural deoderant--I found a homemade deoderant recipe on the internet today and will let you know in a later post how it works.Toothpaste Booster--Since it has anti-bacterial properties, I have been using 1/2 and 1/2 of my usual toothpaste and coconut oil to brush my teeth!  I know that sounds disgusting, but coconut oil does not feel oily in your mouth...honest!I have been taking 1T morning (with my calcium pills because it's supposed to help your body absorb nutrients more efficiently), noon and night without changing what I eat and lost two pounds in a week!  I was pleasantly surprised when I felt full for longer periods of time and was also eating less at each meal because I felt satisfied.  Another plus was that I was no longer constantly snacking in the evenings, which has been my worst habit to break but now I don't even feel like snacking!  Some people mentioned theyI found my dog loves licking my skin after putting on coconut oil, so I've been researching to find out if it's good for dogs.  From what I've read so far, it is just as healthy for her, too! 
My husband is a big chocolate fan and he loves his cookies.  I like choclate chip cookies with white chocolate in them, so these sweet and chewy cookies are a nice compromise.  I like the crunch, he loves the fudgy center, that, when slightly chilled, make the cookies even more delicious.The package arrived rather abused, but that was perhaps because for a week our mail was on hold while we had to evacuate for a wildfire.  These cookies still get crumbly and on a hot day the gooey dough make them even  stick together like one sculptured chocolate piece of art.These are definitely a winner, and any chocolate lover will give these two sticky-gooey thumbs up. 
This isn't my favorite tea ever, but it does have a unique flavor that I've never had before - really original, which is hard to come up with in a tea.  I'll buy it again, plus I'll try some of the other interesting looking flavors that Lipton has come out with recently.  Who knows, I may like one of those even more. 
This tea is aromatic, smooth, and pleasant. Happily, the taste is not overly strong, as cardamom can be. It's a mellow tea perfect for a relaxing evening. The fact it is organic and non-GMO is a huge plus--even more appreciated--the note on the back talking about its fair labor practices. Good tea with a conscience! 
I don't usually like plain almonds; when I eat almonds they are usually highly sugared, covered in cinnamon or gooey'd up in honey like the ones you can get warm at the mall.  When I saw this product, I thought it sounded yummy, so I thought I'd give them a try, turns out I was right.  They have just enough cocoa to satisfy my sweet tooth, but not too much that it covers up the flavor of the nut.  It's not as sweet or as sugared as those mall almonds, these have a more subtle taste.I have been trying to snack in between meals and found grabbing a small handful of these was both delicious and satisfying.  Even my husband and son enjoyed them.  I was pleasantly surprised with this product and can see me keeping these in my pantry for my little midnight snack attacks.Cherise Everhard, June 2008 
I tried this The Switch Black Cherry flavor as well as the Watermelon Strawberry.  I happen to like black cherry as a flavor for beverages, so keep that in mind as you read this review.FLAVOR:The beverage was sweet, but not overly sweet, and not at all tart.  It tasted similar to other black cherry carbonated drinks I've had.  I would compare it in taste to Knudsen's Black Cherry Spritzer with Switch being a tad more "soda" tasting.  It is much lighter tasting than actual black cherry sodas I've had, such as Dr. Brown's.INGREDIENTS:The Switch is advertised as 100% juice.  It is, but it is juice from concentrate.  I prefer juice squeezed from the fruit or vegetable itself.  In the case of The Switch the concentrate is filtered sparkling water.  I'm fine drinking concentrates and I drink soda too so I'm not being a health fanatic, but be aware if you are expecting actual juice, this product is filtered water used to reconstitute the juice concentrate.  The juices uses are apple, grape, acerola and cherry.  If you aren't familiar with acerola, it is a cherry like fruit, but with three lobes.  Acerola is high in Vitamin C.NUTRITION:One 8.3 ounce can of The Switch Black Cherry contains:* 130 calories* 15 mg sodium*35 g carbs (33 g sugar)So keep in mind while it has no added sugar it still has the sugar content from its ingredients.  It has more calories than a can of Coke Classic!  It does not have any corn syrup or added sugars though.It also contains 100% of the recommended level of Vitamin C.PRICE:The product costs more than soda, but the ingredients are better.  It costs a little less than Knudsen's Black Cherry Spritzer product.  I use this comparison because the Knudsen product is similar in taste and basic content (filtered sparkling water, fruit concentrate), but a little different in ingredients (no acerola, using pear, pineapple and plum instead), with The Switch having a slight bit more carbs and sugars.Overall, this is a tasty drink.  It is somewhere between a soda and a health drink, definitely better for you than a soda, but not quite as "natural" as say all natural juices.  However, if you want a carbonated drink, The Switch is better for you than soda. 
I am an avid black tea drinker. And while I've had unflavored pu'eh tea, I've found that it tastes rather like dirt. It is very well suited, though, to be the base of a flavored tea. And that is why I wanted to give this a try.First, the good. The spicing is absolutely appropriate. I've had some 'chai' teas that are WAY over-flavored. This tea's spice is great. The cardonon is very flavorful without being overpowering.But I must say that I was expecting a more robust tea all around (pu'eh may taste like dirt on its own, but it is a pretty full-flavored tea). Even though the spice was decent, the pu'eh seemed very weak as a 'base' in this tea. So, the taste is spice and nothing behind it.I was also amazed that this tea is packaged as 'higher caffeine' because I wouldn't have known that from drinking the tea. IF there is more caffiene in here than in my customary Irish or Scottish Breakfast, I couldn't tell.So, there you have it; a 3 star tea. That may just say more about my personal taste for robust and strong teas, but if you have similar preferences, this tea may not be your cup ot tea. 
I was excited to receive a package of Quaker Soft Baked Cookies through Influenster to try out.  I was surprised at how reasonable the ingredients were and how low in fat the single serve package was.  The cookie itself tasted fresh, soft and delicious.  I would definitely buy these for myself as a little treat and for the family.  Try them for yourself! 
These are little airy and delicious nuggets of goodness...except of course, they aren't nuggets, lol. Really though, these chips are nice and crunchy while also being light and airy. The salt and vinegar flavor is just right...not too strong, but never lacking. Actually, my only real complaint is that i find it difficult to stop eating them. However, that is simply my cross to bear.Enjoy! 
Overall, I liked the cookies for their flavor, pleasant aroma and texture.  However, while somewhat moist and pleasantly chewy, they did taste a little dry. I had a few with my usual coffee, and they paired quite well.  I also had a few with milk, and that didn't turn out well.The cookies actually reminded me of a few of the high-fiber energy bars on the market.  The cookies themselves were heavy on the oats and quite generous with the chocolate (but not the almonds).  Each cookie was quite substantial and just two of them with milk could be a satisfying meal.The cookies were soft and chewy, but not at all gooey, like eating a jelly bean or peanut butter.  The oat content had good consistency and the total cookie was pleasing to nibble on.Would I buy the product if given the chance?  Probably not, as it is not a good dippin' cookie.  I tried pairing it with milk, and it did not dip well (it fell apart when wetted), though it did taste good with milk.  Still, the fiber content and heft alone have their merits, and in a pinch, I would definitely take a few bites. 
Back to Nature provides foods directed at a health conscious consumer market. The box is 100% recycled content and promotes BTN's commitment to sustainability and endorsement by The Nature Conservancy. It is a product line of processed food giant Kraft foods, so when we see 100% natural on the product we need to look closer. The product does have added sugar (it uses cane juice, honey, sugar, and brown rice syrup as sweeteners, when honey and rice syrup would have been plenty of sweetness and more natural than adding isolated sugar). There is natural flavoring added, which isn't specific and could be misleading. The product is not organic or certified non-GMO either, so it really isn't 100% natural even though they can legally use that description. That being said it is more natural than most crackers on the market and these are tasty crackers if you like apple-cinnamon. The grains are whole grains (wheat and oats) and there are no artifical preservatives. I like these crackers but if I were eating a lot of crackers I'd find something that is more natural and less sweetened than these. 
The texture reminded me of the center of a Fig Newton cookie but slightly moister. I would use these on a camping trip or hiking event but would not use on a daily basis.  The flavor was bland and I did not care for the texture which I found to be pastey.  Tended to stick to the roof of my mouth and was a little hard to swallow.  Did not get a distinct blueberry flavor. The most flavorful was when a bite would contain a nut.  The actual appearance of the bar is not appealing in the least.  I almost threw half of it away but then went ahead and forced the rest down.  Organic healthy snacks can be healthy and taste good but not this bar.  I kept thinking of wet soggy flavored cardboard. 
When Paul Newman was alive his big foodie project was salad dressing - and it was GOOD.Then his daughter got into the mix and decided to peddle foods that are on trend with certain diets (vegan, organic, gluten free, etc.) and the results are dismal.Overpriced small portions that aren't particularly good or even when not awful are not better than other brands. These cookies are NOT good.Small in size I couldn't help but notice how everyone in the bag was uniformly burnt on the bottom. Surprisingly flavorless for a gingersnap UNTIL you bite into the candied ginger. Then you have a sudden burst of flavor stuck like a gummy candy to your teeth while the rest of your mouth is trying to process a hard cookie. Not my favorite sensation. Normally I love to dip my gingersnaps in milk, unfortunately even this did not improve them for me. I did not finish the bag and will not be recommending them to anyone else.If you love Paul Newman & want to support his charities - stick with the salad dressing.If you want a great gingersnap that is awesome with milk - get Stauffer's! 
I am a tea drinker. Lately I have been enjoying different flavored teas and herb teas.  This tea has a mildly sweat citrus flavor that I enjoy with a hint of a green tea flavor.As I have moved from black teas to flavored teas and herb teas I have learned that the name of a product and the box cover does not always represent the flavor.  In this case it does a good job.I get a sweet taste that I assume comes from the jasmine and a slight tangy sweet taste from the citrus. I also get a hint of a green tea flavor as well.  The flavors are mild but I have found this to be the case in most teas like this. I actually was concerned the Jasmine might make this too sweet but thankfully it was not. I wish the citrus was a bit stronger but overall this is a good tea.I do like that fact that Lipton cares about the environment and people who work to cultivate tea and lists on the back of the box that the tea is "Rainforest Alliance Certified."  I did a search on the web and this means that farms that are "Rainforest Alliance Certified" meet set criteria when it comes to protecting the environment and ensuring employees on the farms are paid a decent wage and have good working conditions. I am neither an expert on the environment nor wage and work criteria but this seems to be a good thing and I feel better drinking a tea like this knowing workers were treated decently and thought was given to protecting the environment.I gave this four stars because I thought the citrus flavor could have been a bit stronger but this is still a good tasting tea. 
I had great fears this tea would be somehow too heavy on the vanilla as it seems every product that's labelled as having some vanilla flavoring overdoes it a little. I was pleasantly surprised to find the vanilla is subtle and does not take focus away from the tart blackberry flavor. It's a nice balance. I can now rest at ease and happily drink the rest of the box. I usually buy Celestial Seasonings for any of the flavored herbal teas (drink Yorkshire for the black teas) but the Lipton herbal teas are also perfectly palatable and I will probably work a few of the Lipton flavors into the rotation. I tend to make larger cups of teas (~12 oz per bag) and one bag of this tea worked for all my water fine with a good level of flavor. I think I still prefer Celestial, but I wouldn't turn my nose up at a cup of this Lipton. Go on and give it a try, it might surprise you too. 
I love me some oatmeal cookies.  Throw in some chocolate chips instead of raisins and you have the ultimate experience...sometimes.  These cookies by Quaker are quite soft but taste very dry and bland.  I tried one cookie and doubt that I will ever have another taste. 
As an addicted coffee drinker, I love trying out new flavors.  I have, of course, drank Starbucks coffee before, as well as Vanilla flavored coffees.  However, I have not had the two combined together into one coffee.  I can honestly say that I was not disappointed with Starbucks Natural Fusions Ground Coffee, Vanilla Flavored.  The package is incredibly well sealed and upon opening, the scent is mouth-watering and fresh.The amount used is the same as with any other coffee - 2 TBS per 6 oz of water.  This, of course, can be adjusted for each individual's preference.  The scent is heavenly, as the coffee is brewing and the taste is very robust and holds a light flavor of vanilla.  The vanilla flavoring is a very gentle and light taste, almost a whisper soft hint.  In addition, the taste is not bitter, but smooth and delicious.  I am one who drinks with a bit of sugar and cream, rather than straight black, as well as being rather picky on my coffee, as it bothers my stomach if it is overly acidic.  I had not problems, at all, with this particular coffee.I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a full-bodied coffee with a slight hint of a vanilla taste.  This makes for a delicious drink any time of the day. 
I love coffee, but prefer mild blends.  My husband on the other hand, loves 'smack you in the face" bold coffee. I thought I'd give this a try to see if the low acid version would make my stomach feel better.It has a very strong, deep aroma. Very much like being in a Turkish coffee house. I found the taste too strong, even when diluted in half with mild. It's pretty potent!  My husband however, thought it was fantastic. So if you love a bold, deep coffee but can't deal with the stomach pains it can create-give this a try.I'd be interested to try some 'lighter' blends if Puroast creates any.  I do appreciat the low acid aspect, and I think they could reach a wider audience with different blends and perhaps even flavored options. 
I wasn't sure what to expect with these cookies, but I was happy with them after I tried them. The cookies are crisp and crunchy and taste much like other vanilla/sugar cookie type cookies. The filling has a light, creamy lemon taste. It is a nice combination and overall a light flavor. The cookies themselves are not overpowering with flavor and neither is the lemon filling. I will look for these in my local grocery store. Pretty good for something different than the usual chocolate chip or Oreo cookies. 
This is an interesting pack of organic herbal tea.  Based on the tea alone, I would give this product three stars.  I simply didn't like it enough to warrant a higher rating.  But I'm giving it four stars because this "Garden Pack" is really a sampler of the company's different flavors that allows customers to test out which flavors they might like.  I would recommend this product to people who like to drink their tea "neat," that is, without milk or sugar.  All the flavors have an earthy taste.  Some of them benefit by having the flavor softened with milk, but I'll leave that to your own experimentation.  If you like veggies and earthy food in general, this is really good stuff.  It makes me imagine I'm drinking the organic isle at the grocery store! 
These are the little cups that you use for the tea machines. If you haven't seen one, I have encountered quite a few in use at local doctor's offices where they offer various types of tea drinks, sort of a high-end treat for the patients. I got one of the machines at The Goodwill Store for a few bucks, (lots of them there! I think people get these machines but they get tired of fooling with them pretty quickly. I really like the one I got.)Anyway, the tea itself is excellent and it provides the great flavor that we have come to expect from Lipton. The product is easy to use and I have found it very convenient.Highly recommended. 
This is one of the worst products I have tried.  Though I am not a regular tea drinker, I do enjoy a cup of interesting tea from time to time, so this assortment sounded unusual, but intriguing and I was eager to try the various flavors.The aroma of the tea is quite pleasant, reminiscent more of broth than tea.  However, the flavor of each of the selections was simply awful.  Specifically, each cup was VERY weak despite allowing the tea bag to steep for several minutes.  The flavor barely comes through and is like weak, nearly flavorless broth.  At best, they taste like the vegetable or herb was dipped in for a short time.I believe the use of the word "tea" is quite misleading.  Even as a broth, it is sub-par.  I would strongly suggest sampling one of these teas before investing in an entire box.  It's the kind of product that will probably wind up on a back shelf in your pantry and eventually tossed out. 
Hollywood Safflower Oil is our go to oil for most cooking. The smoke point is higher than olive oil, so I set off the smoke alarms less often. It's also very good for making popcorn. 
I am a big fan of all types of cookies, including all varieties of Fig Newtons. These Fruit Thins are not exactly a thin Fig Newton, they are a thin, circular cookie with bits of fig and a honey flavor. The taste is reminiscent of the original Fig Newtons, but there is no soft, paste filling.The cookies are perfect for a light treat with a cup of tea, and the thinner size keeps them from being too sweet or filling.  I think you could compare them somewhat to a sweet biscuit instead of a full size Fig Newton. Light and crisp, my husband and I both enjoyed these cookies, and have already bought another bag. 
I'm a tea junkie. This unique flavor is perfect served hot or iced. The smell alone is enough to make my mouth water!I like the new bag, as well. I think the shape allows more flavor to seep through. 
I am not one to play the race card, but when it comes to tea I stand firmly on my Britishness.  Tetley's British Blend is real tea, not the pallid, anemic apology for tea that skulks in silly little bags (twee bags) with strings and tags and staples and other absurd paraphernalia attached, in a vain attempt to disguise the uselessness of trying to extract any vestige of taste from the contents.  These are round, robust bags that sit purposefully at the base of the cup and mean business.  They contain real tea with real taste.  Make sure the water is boiling hot when you pour it on, give the bag a minute to soak - encourage it with a little squeezing - then add a drop of low-fat milk or a slice of lemon and enjoy a true cuppa, taking time to sneer at the poor, deluded fools around you, sipping at their pathetic rosehip infusions or vanilla flavored Lobsang Souchang Rama Gupta, or whatever it is.The shelf life is long enough for you to buy it in bulk, and Amazon's price is good, so treat yourself to a proper cuppa.  Coffee can only start your day.  Tea can make it. 
Everyone has their own personal tastes, but to me this is a Wow. Why so? First I love the taste. It reminds me of the days when I was young drinking Boones Farm Apple wine on a Friday night. Some may prefer, or liken it to champagne.I'm on a diet, lost the first 10 pounds in 12 days. It is a simple diet, eat as much natural fruit, and vegetables, and salads as I want, and limit my sandwiches at lunch to whole grain bread with lean meats, like chicken, fish, or Boka/Morning Star (soy) burgers, and the same type of meat entree at night for dinner on top of a pile of steamed veggies, and Olive Oil. Yeah lots of olive oil. (Not to excess though) My sandwiches, and dinner's meats/steamed veggies always enjoy piles of sautéed onions, bell pepper, etc. to put on top of them. You could say that it is not a fast, but rather a feast. One of the key ingredients is I have all the fruit I want. At night time if I get hungry, I will eat a whole small jar of natural apple sauce. No sugar added. Oh, and I drink plenty of water. Eight glasses a day? Probably, I don't measure; I just walk around with a large plastic mug, filled with water, and sip all day long.So what does all of this have to do with the IZZE sparkling apple? Namely this. It is a special treat.I would not call it diet food, because in order for fruit to be dietetic, it must be in its natural state. It can be cut into chunks, and fresh frozen, and blended into smoothies, which is my preferred method; eliminates spoilage, and adds to the fun. But you have to avoid concentrating it, thereby increasing the sugar content. In this case, it is from concentrate, but then they add sparkling water. So it is kind of teetering on the fence. That is why I call it a special treat.So for those who may not agree with my dieting methods, or the fact that I easily drop 20 pounds in the spring, and have been doing it for well over 25 years, (Yes I have lost over 500 pounds in my lifetime) and are more interested in having a good time, let's talk about the Wow factor.This stuff tastes great. I quit drinking some 10 years ago, but this is an opportunity to live it up. Whenever I open a can of Izze, it is like a celebration. By the way, I am talking about the apple, and am curious about the other flavors as well. One thing is certain, I will be purchaing more of this when my current case runs out.When dieting, the big enemy is cane sugar, which is fattening. Fruit sugar in its natural state is immediately absorbed by the body, and does not convert to fat readily the way cane sugar does. (All I know is when I eat cane sugar I immediately gain weight, and when I eat all the fruit I want, I lose it)If you are looking to break the canned soda habit, Izze is the way to go. Canned soda has some ungodly amount of cane sugar in it.Another interesting factoid, according to Dr Weil M.D., the nutritional, and natural healing guru, the main benefit from drinking wine is not in the alcohol, but in the grapes. By getting Izze apple, the primary ingredient is grape juice, then apple, etc. So help your heart, or arteries, or whatever they espouse about the benefits of drinking wine, and get some Izze. I'm sold. Once you taste it, many will be too.I think the Izze people are really on to something here. Highly recommended. 
Fig & Honey Newton Fruit Thins are a graham cracker-like cookie made with whole grains, real fruit, and no high fructose corn syrup. A healthy alternative to the all-time favorite Fig Newton, the nutritional value is a good selling point. Unfortunately, the taste does not live up to the hype. The tiny bits of fig are similar to the skins of popcorn kernels which get stuck in your teeth. The honey flavor seems to be missing. Overall, the cookie is bland. On the plus side, the packaging is quite nifty with the re-tie clasp top. Perhaps the Blueberry Brown Sugar or Raspberry Chocolate varieties are better options. 
As a beef jerky fan, I was excited to try out Mr. Z's Teriyaki Beef Jerky. Overall I would say the jerky was good, but not exactly amazing, either. The size of the pieces, the texture, and the portion size were all good. However, the flavor seemed a little weak compared to other kinds of teriyaki beef jerky that I have had. The jerky had a good, sweet teriyaki flavor, but in my opinion, the taste could be much improved with even a small amount of black pepper flavor.Mr. Z's Teriyaka Beef Jerky proved to be "okay," but certainly not the best jerky that I have had. 
I'll be the first to admit that neither my husband nor I are what you'd call health freaks. Yes, we like to eat healthy food, but we don't have a problem with eating some non-healthy foods either. And we can both be a bit skeptical when it comes to "organic", because we've had many different organic things that were disappointing, to say the least.This bar, however, wasn't horrible at all! It tasted quite a bit like a nutty blueberry muffin, which is always pleasant to taste! The texture was good - not too hard, not too soft. We've eaten some bars that were far too hard to eat and made you think you were going to break your tooth on them! This bar, however, was nice and moist (which my husband particularly enjoyed).And we were both in shock to find that there was absolutely no sodium in this bar - astounding!For a health food bar, we both consider it to be absolutely wonderful. The only reason we gave it 4 stars is because my husband wished that it would have had a bit more taste to it - he likes strong, bold flavors, and this was more of a muted, sweet flavor. I, however, thought that the flavor was perfect. The thing that we both agreed upon was that we would definitely eat more of these, and will be looking into other flavors for our children (they don't care for nuts) - they'd be a great snack for them, and for us as well! 
This product has a wonderful mix of flavors and textures in every bite.  It is a mix of whole grains, blueberries, and flax seeds that are then lightly flavored with vanilla.  The different ingredients all have different tastes and consistencies that make this mix feel good in your mouth.  It has a very lightly sweetened taste that makes it delicious as a "munchy".  It's also wonderful on top of yogurt or eaten like a cereal.  It's very healthy and keeps well over a period of time.  I wholeheartedly recommend this product. 
The nuts are what make this bar tolerable. The texture without them is unpleasant. I guess that's because there is no egg, flour or corn syrup used to hold it together. It reminds me of an Atkin's bar I tried once. Water to wash it down is a MUST!Certified Organic Ingredients include: Organic Dates, Organic Cashews, Organic Walnuts, Organic Rice Protein Concentrate, Organic Wild Blueberries (With Organic Apple Juice Concentrate and Organic Sunflower Oil), Organic Agave Nectar, Organic Almonds, Organic Lemon Juice Concentrate, Organic Blueberry Flavor.3 STARS: I gave the taste a 1 and added 2 stars for the healthy factor. These sound so good for you that I wish I liked them. 
I love coffee and continue to drink it occasionally even though I have a sensitivity to caffeine these days. It took me THREE mornings to finish this tiny 6.8-ounce can, about 2 ounces a day to where I was feeling that buzz. This stuff is strong. It's billed as a coffee drink, but it really is more of an espresso, so keep that in mind. I appreciated that the caffeine content was listed on the can, 152 mg, which is higher than a lot of coffee, which tends to be 100 to 120 mg per serving.It definitely has a strong coffee taste, with no sweetness at all, not even an artificial sweetener. With only the three ingredients, it's your basic straight-up stuff. 
The tea has a nice spice flavor, medium dark reddish brown coloring, and light aroma.  I did not find the tea to be as spicy as some other brands, but it was delicious none the less. 
First off, there isn't very much tea in the bag, less than 1/3 full. Regular lipton black tea is usually half full of tea leaves (I added an image to show) And it takes quite awhile to steep, but once the flavor starts to get into the water you can start to smell a fruity smell, like blackberries.I use the same mug I usually drink my lipton black tea in every day. And the same amount of water with that tea, I get a lot of flavor. But, with this tea it tastes very watered down. I feel like I have to put another tea bag in it to get more flavor. It barely changes the color of the water it is like a very light peachy color. I get a hint of flavor when I take a sip. I had to add two bags just to get more of a color and taste to it. Started to change to a more blush color.It is a bit bitter, so I added honey in it to really make the flavors sweeten up.I can taste the blackberry, but not the pomegranate. But after looking at the ingredients I can see why, there isn't any pomegranate even added. Why call it pomegranate if there isn't any?It is okay, I do like the taste once honey is added but I have to add honey and two bags before I really get a taste. 
This tea has a warm, spicy flavor to it, sort of like chai. Chai is not one of my favorite kinds of teas, but if you like it, then you'll probably like this. This tea is pretty strong, which I like. Best with milk and sugar. 
These cookies would be better if they were made with rolled oats instead of oat flour. The crumbly and mealy texture does not provide an enjoyable experience. 
I was disappointed with the taste of Ritz Crackerful Multigrain crackers. I love Ritz crackers, but these are dry and crumble easily, as other reviewers have said. They don't have much taste. They're convenient to carry for snacks, but I really don't want to waste my calories on these. 
I am not a huge fan of coffee, however, this coffee is excellent.  The aroma while it is brewing is outstanding and it really delivers once you take a drink.  The vanilla flavor is strong, but not overpowering, the coffee has a nice full taste.  I have served this to a few friends and they all loved it as well.Highly recommend if you are looking for a nice flavored coffee! 
The flavor is excellent and the tea bag is a pretty cool design. I like tea with caffeine, but I still enjoyed this one because the flavors were robust.  It was pretty close to having loose tea, but in the convenience of a tea bag.  The infusion was very good.I would buy more boxes. 
...this would be what it would taste like.As a mom to a newborn, I am looking for any pick-me up. I jumped at the chance to try this via the Vine program, as I am fond of many of the Jamba Juice smoothies and I like apple flavor. The initial taste was quite pleasant, and the drink smells good when you open it. Unfortunately, the initial taste is followed by a flavor that is not good and is very reminiscent of bitter medicine. (While stevia, which is used as a sweetener in this beverage can have a bitter taste, that is not the flavor that I experienced.)What I liked:* No artificial green coloring. I imagined it would look like absinthe when I poured it, but it is more similar to a sparkling apple cider.* The smell is nice.* 70% juice* 90 calories per serving - not bad in terms of energy drinksWhat I didn't like:* The aftertaste.* What energy jolt?* The aftertaste.* Feeling like I needed a chaser after each sip.* The aftertaste.The aftertaste was bad enough that I felt it was a chore to drink the entire beverage. I didn't experience any major pick-me-up that was noticeable, either. I am sorely disappointed and certainly wouldn't recommend this product to people that I like. 
I'm not a real big sauce person, but once in a while, I like to try something different (especially if it might have a little spicy nature to it).  So, when I got the chance to try the Taco Bell Jalapeno Sauce, I thought, jalapenos may have a bit of a zing; lets try it.  Well, although the sauce is tasty and creamy, there is very little zing (hence the 4 stars).  Even my 3 year old liked it and she does not like anything spicy. This sauce wasn't my favorite on Tacos, but I did like dipping carrots and celery into it as a little snack.  Cant wait to see what else we use it for. 
Lipton Herbal Pyramid Tea Blackberry Vanilla is an interesting hot beverage; an herbal and fruit- enhanced product with only a small amount of real tea flavor and a taste that is dominated by rose hips, hibiscus, and berries. This flavor is one of a dozen or so in the pyramid tea family: A family of teas so named because of the pyramid shaped tea bag that is more like a net than a traditional tea bag, allowing the water to flow more freely and the tea to steep more thoroughly.Lipton Herbal Pyramid Tea Blackberry Vanilla has a nice aroma that features herbs, vanilla, and dark fruit with some tea lurking in the background. It certainly smells nice and the taste is good as well. But the problem is the same thing others have stated: There is no real flavor of vanilla. I expected the vanilla taste to be more noticeable, especially considering the scent, but it just isn't there.The lack of vanilla is a bit of a letdown, but if you can get past the fact that the product uses the word vanilla on the label, you will find that this is a nice cup of tea and it makes a good choice when you want a hot, after dinner drink that is somewhat dessert- like in its taste. Actually, it seems like the perfect companion to a piece of berry pie and the herbal ingredients and lack of any calories make it a good choice when you want to drink something that tastes good and not feel any guilt.Tea is one of my favorite drinks and Lipton Herbal Pyramid Tea Blackberry Vanilla is a good- tasting product from Lipton, the world leader in tea. I would probably like it better if there was a greater component of vanilla in the taste, but this is still a good tea and certainly worth a try. 
This will be the bottle that you grab from the fridge if you are really thirsty!  The bottles are big!  I like that about them because I can grab one and drink from it for a couple of hours and really stay hydrated.  The taste is just cool, clean and refreshing.  No aftertaste at all.  This is good water. 
Firstly, making a cup of tea (when you've grown up in an English environment) is an art.  You just don't dunk a T-bag in boiling water for a second and then drink.  The best way is to make put into a tea-pot about 3 teaspoons of loose black tea then let it steep for at least 5 minutes.  Then add a tiny amount of sugar and milk (if you like it white and sweet). Oh also...milk.....that's cream to Americans! But cream to us is what rises and sits on top of the milk when it's in the vat after just coming out of the cow and waiting to be picked up by a tanker and taken to a dairy factory to be put into a box to go to the market).  K-cup tea is an amazing thing!  The tea comes out perfectly without having to steep it .  This particular tea is very nice and I would recommend you try it. 
I love chocolate. If a manufacturer wants to guarantee that I'll toss a box of their product into the basket at the grocery store, just add some chocolate. Well, unless it's bacon, bacon doesn't need chocolate.When I saw this Nature's Path, I thought it would be a great replacement for my typical evening treat of Cocoa Krispies. And health-wise, it is a step in the right direction. A definite plus, because I can now say "healthy" and "chocolate cereal" in the same sentence.Unfortunately, I have finally found something that I consider too rich and chocolaty. The actual cocoa-saturated oat clusters are very good, not too sweet, just the right amount of crunch (if you eat fast enough). If they'd added more than a thimbleful of the dried strawberries, I think the taste would be darned near irresistible. Unfortunately, there's not enough of the tangy berry to offset the very rich and sweet chocolate. The addition of actual chunks of dark chocolate just really take it over the top.This does make me want to try some of Nature's Path other cereal offerings, the quality of the product is very good, and the ingredients are healthy. 
2.75 starsThis dressing/sauce is pretty good. The ranch flavor isn't very pronounced, but it has a slightly spicy kick to it. I don't think I would use it regularly because it had an artificial taste. However, it's not horrible and I could see those who are tired of the same old ranch dressing giving this a try. 
Numi Teas are the most wonderful teas I've tasted in a long time. I recently became acquainted with them at an event where they were the tea of choice on the dessert table. I used to love Tazo but Numi is my new favorite. First off, as soon as you open the box, the fragrance of the tea hits you. And cardamom has to be one of the most glorious fragrances on the planet. It's a sweet, gentle fragrance that affects my mood and makes me happy. It also tastes good (cardamom, in general, tastes amazing in everything - I wonder why we Americans don't use it more regularly). This tea also has a slightly spicy flavor but not as spicy as say a strong chai tea. I have tried this with a little milk but prefer it without in general.Pu-erh Tea is a tea that is fermented as opposed to oxidized. I believe traditional oolong black teas and green teas are oxidized. Oxidized teas do have a lot of health benefits but apparently, fermented tea also has numerous benefits without the punch of caffeine. Fermented tea is reportedly better for the digestive process than oxidized teas but I don't know what the science really is on that.Delicious, richness in a cup. Price is a bit high but it really is a lovely tea. Maybe as a treat. 
Lipton To Go Stix Iced Green Tea Mix is convenient and refreshing. One "stick" makes 16 oz of iced tea when mixed with water. (Note, the nutrition information shown on the package is for 8 oz, so you need to double the nutritional values if you consume the whole beverage.)The tea crystals do not dissolve easily, it will take some time to do it right. The flavor is variable, from sweet to sour to bitter at times.The sweeteners include honey, sugar and suclarose (Splenda.) Blackberry and pomegranate is an odd combination,  but is not too bad. The packets are small and easy to carry around with you. If you like, you can just dissolve a packet into a 16 oz container of bottled water on the go. It is an ok drink, but I wouldn't go out of my way to find it. 
These are very rich, I ate 2 and was satisfied.  The fudge is good, not waxy, and the mint is not overpowering.  I like that there is only one side of the cookie in these, but those looking for more crunch may want to get the regular fudge dipped oreos, I do not know if they make a mint version of those.These are definitely an occasional treat.  There are 170 calories for three of these cookies, which I thought was pretty high, but I reminded myself that Oreos are chocolate cookies with frosting sandwiched between them -- what do I expect? :)I think anyone who is a chocolate mint fan would like these.  I would support Girl Scouts and buy their mint cookies first, but if they are not selling them these Oreos would be a good alternative to keep in the freezer when your stash of Thin Mints have run out.  No, I do not have a daughter in GS or know anyone who does; I'd just rather give them my money over Nabisco if the option is available. 
The sampler pack contains a bunch of different products with diverse uses.  The oils are nice and pack some flavor.  The syrups and other desert flavors were less successful for me.  Perhaps I just don't know how to utilize them well.  I don't really find it a good value for the money.  Each bottle really is a sampler size and not enough for more than a few uses.  It seems like a 'savory' sampler or 'sweet' sampler might make more sense. 
I was sort of looking for a product like this and luckily for me, this one became available.The actual Taco Bell Restaurants used to have a taco salad that I liked and, unexplainably, they discontinued it -- but by incorporating the ingredients that they formerly used and by topping the salad with this dressing, it tastes much the same to me.Over and above that, if you're tired of the same old Italian or Ranch dressing on your green salad this will bump it up a notch. It's especially good if you include sliced boiled eggs in your salads. You can also use this dressing (a small amount) to infuse an entirely new flavor into your home-made coleslaw.Everyone in the household who tried this product liked it so you're not going to be stuck with something unwanted if you give it a try.Recommended. 
Was not sure what to expect, as the box was a little basic and the instructions were pretty short.  Just brown your beef in oil, remove, and then add the coconut powder, water and the solid curry paste and then stir.  Once the mix was boiling, I reduced the heat and added the beef back in.  Very simple and easy.But, surprise of surprises-- its really good.  I served it up over brown rice and green beans, and received rave reviews on the meal.  The curry and coconut milk flavors are strong, and the big chucks of spices really pay off in the taste of the curry.  If I had been served this in a restaurant I would have been happy.  To make it at home in about 20-30 minutes was really nice.  I think the sauce kit also would have been good with chicken or pork as well.I am looking forward to trying more Prima Taste stuff based on how good this was.  Highly Recommended! 
I got this for my hubby, who is the real coffee drinker around here.  The smell when it's brewing is so delicious.  It smells sweet and kind of caramel-ish.  The coffee is smooth, and the flavor is subtle but definitely there.  We brew it in a Keurig machine using the filter attachment.  Definitely worth repurchasing. 
I love the flavor of this!  At first, I wasn't sure and the combination of raspberry and chipotle sounded weird, but I have been converted!  This is fabulous on grilled meats and the smell is wonderful.  My only gripe are the calories.  This is not low-cal.  Actually, far from it and you could easily rack up 100-200 calories on this topping, alone.  If you can accept the caloric intake, then try this on your next grilled chicken and you will not be disappointed. 
The kernels are big and fluffy and coated with white cheddar cheese - yummy! The popcorn was lightly salted and there weren't any "old maids."  Perfect for snacking. 
I've purchased the dried apples from this company before and figured I would give the clusters a try.I appreciate the fact that this food id USDA organic, gluten free, corn free, and vegan. In fact, the ingredients are simple: organic apples, organic apple juice concentrate, organic potato starch, organic cinnamon.In a 1/4 cup of these apple clusters, which remind me of rolled up oats ans/or hemp cereal, you receive 60 calories, with 0 calories from fat. There is no cholesterol, no protein, 1% of calcium, 2% of vitamin C, 2g of dietary fiber, 10 g of sugar, and 14 g of total carbohydrate.All in all, a healthy snack. The packaging makes it convenient for the on the go snack -- it is in a resealable 2.1 oz pouch (60 g), or four servings per package. Just enough to tantalize the senses, but not enough to pig out.The clusters are sugary bowls with a tint of cinnamon and a crunch reminiscent of cereal.Honestly, I prefer the taste of a real apple or the dried apples this brand sells at Starbucks, but in lieu of that, this is a good healthy snack alternative.Allergy alert: If you are extra sensitive, beware that this food is processed in a facility with nuts, dairy, wheat and soy. 
Have been enjoying this tea with the warmer days here. Easy to mix and toss in a couple of ice cubes.If not for the following two complaints, I could give this product 5-stars:1) Half a pouch is deemed a serving. Okay, 5 calories vs. 10 calories isn't a big deal, but seriously who is only going to use half of one of these tiny tubes? Most people don't even understand how little 8oz is. Starbucks serves 8oz short drinks, but they don't list it on the menu and people would probably laugh when they saw the size...just as an example.2) Advertising that there is NO aspartame is hugely misleading because it 'suggests' there is no artificial sweetener since honey is prominently displayed and listed. Yes, there is no aspartame, but there's sucralose, which is also an artificial sweetener. And WHY even have an artificial sweetener when honey is the very first ingredient listed?I don't get why it's difficult to reconcile such issues as the ones I've noted here.Like I said, the tea is tasty and refreshing, but those who make the product, package the product and market the product need to get real. 
My husband and I use a lot of organic coconut oil for baking and as an addition to vegetable dishes. This particular brand is certified organic and non-GMO. It has not been processed with hexane or bleach and it is cold-pressed. It has an excellent aroma and flavor.Normally I use Garden of Life because it comes in a glass jar. However, the plastic used here is free of BPA's.For those with allergies: The label on the coconut oil warns that it may contain trace amounts of tree nuts, sesame seed, and peanuts.Coconut oil is a good substitute for non-organic butter and margarine made from hydrogenated fat (which produces inflammation in the body).Coconut oil adds an exquisite taste to almost any food it is included in, but especially curries, baked goods and homemade ice cream.Coconut oil is excellent for the skin. It moisturizes, protects and heals the skin, and it functions as a mild sunscreen. Its natural smell is heavenly, and it makes a wonderful massage oil. It can be used to condition the hair. When used as a mouthwash, the fatty acid it contains, lauric acid, kills harmful microbes, thereby helping prevent cavities and gum disease.We have, fortunately, moved past the era when consumers were wrongly warned to avoid coconut oil in their diet because it is a saturated fat. As it turns out, liquid, polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) and, worse, hydrogenated, solid PUFA, which consumers were advised to substitute for saturated fats, are truly awful for the health. Among other problems, they suppress thyroid and immune function and spread free radicals in the body. Coconut oil, on the other hand, has so many health benefits, it is now classified by many health experts as a "superfood."Research has indicated that coconut oil is helpful in treating and preventing Alzheimer's, and it helps prevent epileptic seizures. It is protective of the thyroid. It satiates hunger so you crave less food when you eat, and it raises the metabolism so that the body is more efficient in burning fat, especially the most dangerous kind, visceral, abdominal fat. It raises the levels of HDL (good) cholesterol and lowers the levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol in the blood.In addition to the fatty acid, lauric acid, that coconut oil naturally contains, during digestion the body creates from coconut oil a monoglyceride called monolaurin. Both of these fatty acids have the ability to kill harmful bacteria, fungi and viruses in the body. This means that if you regularly consume coconut oil, you are less likely to become sick from food-borne illnesses, flu and colds. It also insulates you from the effects of Staphylococcus Aureus (a very dangerous pathogen) and Candida Albicans, which causes yeast infections throughout the body.Coconut oil is classified as a "fruit oil," and they are considered the healthiest oils around. Other fruit oils include avocado oil, apricot kernel oil, grape seed oil, and olive oil. Technically nut oils are also fruit oils, because a nut can, by one definition, be seen as a "one-seeded fruit." However, the reverse is not true of a coconut. Though a coconut is a fruit, is not truly a nut. A true nut, for example an acorn, does not open up when it is mature in order to release its seeds. Instead, the seeds are released when the walls of the fruit decay or it is eaten and digested by an animal and released onto the ground in the midst of animal waste. In contrast, a coconut has three pores or "eyes" at one end. Within these pores the coconut seed germinates and a shoot emerges from the pores much in the way shoots emerge from the "eye" of a potato.DISCLAIMER: I received a sample of this oil from Viva Labs in order to test it out. I was under no obligation to write a review. 
I love my Keurig brewer. I mainly use it for coffee, but I also wanted to try making other beverages with it. I am a big tea drinker, so I jumped at the chance to use my Keurig to make tea. This tea is very aromatic. It has a very smooth flavor. Others have noticed that it is very sweet, and it is more sweet than black tea normally is. I like sweet tea, but I did find that I was using less sugar with this because it was a bit sweet on its own. I suspect they must have added some form of artificial sweetener to it. With this pack I got 19 K-cups. That is more than you usually get when you buy a pack of these. I like the tea a lot. I just wish they did not make it so sweet for a black tea. But overall it is good, and I love the convenience of using the Keurig brewer to now brew tea. 
As other reviewers have also mentioned, this cookie is very crumbly.  A lot of them actually were broken upon receipt (which isn't Nabisco's problem).  When you actually start eating them, they crumble at the first bite and make quite the mess.  I wouldn't want my toddler to eat these in the living room, for example.  The Fruit Thins are a great alternative to a regular processed cookie, however, and are 140 calories and only 5 grams of fat for 3.  Compared to some others, this is quite a bit better nutritional profile.I wish they were a tad more moist and chewy, which I expected from a Newton cookie.  But overall these are still very enjoyable and a nice change of pace from other cookies. 
I really liked the Strawberry Banana Jamba Juice Energy Drink.  It has a naturally sweet flavor without being artificial or too "sticky" sweet.  It was super easy to drink and my only complaint is that it didn't come in a bigger can!Whether I had more energy after drinking this versus not drinking this at all is perhaps debatable, but I didn't feel tired nor did I feel jittery.  (Drank around 1:30 PM).  I highly recommend this fizzy concoction whether or not you're looking for an energy boost.  It's very tasty and refreshing. 
Green tea is usually too light for my taste buds and I think it tastes like weak watered down tea. But this tea is great once I let it steep for about 3 minutes in hot water and I add a half teaspoon of sugar which enhances the lemon notes.  I recommend this green tea because the lemon adds to the flavor and brings out the best in the tea leaves which makes the tea taste bright and lively. I would love to try other flavors from this brand simply because this tea impressed me that much and I usually shy away from green teas and favor black teas but this one could convert me. It is yummy iced too! 
The tea has a nice spice flavor, medium dark reddish brown coloring, and light aroma.  I did not find the tea to be as spicy as some other brands, but it was delicious none the less. 
These were a little too gooey for me. Parents should have napkins readily available for young children as there may be quite a mess, especially if it was hot weather. Also, having been through the shipping system, many of the cookies were broken. Of course if you can find these in the store, you probably won't have this issue. One thing you could do is refrigerate them and then you will have a nice soft cookie that doesn't seem to melt on your finders. My recommendation is to purchase these in winter months only. 
In the last few months, I've reviewed two books that touted the value of coconut oil and its many uses. When I searched for "coconut oil" in Amazon books, I got several thousand hits. It's definitely a hot topic these days, yet I can remember when the consumption of coconut oil was widely disparaged because of its saturated fat. Fast forward a few decades, and although some health authorities still don't like coconut oil, the tide has turned and the oil is being praised for its many benefits, both internal and external.The Viva Labs product is "extra virgin." Since it hasn't been refined or heavily processed, it has a very mild coconut taste and aroma, both of which were very pleasant to my palate and nose. The melting temperature is about 76 F, so at most room temperatures, the oil has a soft creamy texture. I tried a spoonful, and it's quite tasty. I then fried some breaded shrimp in the oil, and it was delicious. I'm looking forward to substituting coconut oil for olive or canola oil in some of the recipes my wife and I use.Healthwise, because much of the saturated fat of extra virgin coconut oil is in the form of lauric acid, coconut oil is considered to be a better alternative to partially hydrogenated vegetable oils when solid fats are required. In addition, virgin coconut oil is composed mainly of medium-chain triglycerides (aka "healthy fats"), which may not carry the same risks as other saturated fats. Recent findings indicate that daily consumption of coconut oil may boost brain performance and could even help to prevent Alzheimer's.The two books on coconut oil that I reviewed also mentioned the external uses of the product for improving skin moisture and appearance, and for aromatherapy and massage therapy. It can even be used as a restorative treatment on hair.Coconut oil is definitely a hot product today, and my experience with the Viva Labs Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil has been very positive. 
I tried the sister product, theTaco Bell Jalapeno Saucein August, and wrote a review for it.  Overall, this is a slightly better product, with better color and a better taste making the small difference.As with the jalapeno sauce, this product appears to be trying to cover too many bases.  It's "sauce," which means it could go into anything, in cooking or in serving, so it seems to be landing as both a cooking ingredient and as a table condiment.  And it could go on anything from your breakfast eggs to your mac `n cheez for dinner, which makes it a table condiment for breakfast, lunch, dinner, any time.  And its "bold," the American euphemism for something that's not really spicy, is marginally beyond the typical bland and boring that most Americans rely upon.  It's got the tiniest tinge of spice, but isn't powerful in the least; the taste of this product does not qualify as "bold."  Now, the taste ofCheez-It Hot & Spicy; they got "bold" with that one.The bottle's copy says the same as the jalapeno sauce, that it's perfect with "tacos, Mexican salads and sandwich wraps."  In our house it went on pork roast, couscous, green beans, Brussels sprouts, meatloaf, and french fries.  My kids (13 and 15) both liked the sauce and declared it was definitely better than the jalapeno sauce.The basis of this sauce is a mayo/buttermilk dressing-type mixture.  I don't know, but it strikes me that all of the Taco Bell sauces start with the same plain base, and the respective flavors are just dumped in at the factory.  The sauce is not chunky in the slightest, and squeezes right out of the bottle.The pluses in this product are the color and taste.  Where the jalapeno sauce faltered because of an unappetizing color of mayonnaise-off-white with mysterious green flecks, this one's smoky-creamy orange color is far more appealing.  It looks better in the packaging, and it looks much better on the plate and on the food.  The taste also is better. Jalapeno is a very distinctive taste, and those who know it and seek it out want that hard burst of powerful, earthy jalapeno punch, the chipotle taste is one that is more subtle, not nearly as strong, and as such works much better in this sauce.  The taste of this product is slightly smoky, with a good tang--not bold, mind you, and not even close to spicy.The sauce is just a bit too runny, though.  Yeah, it's in a squeeze bottle and it's got to have the right consistency to actually flow out of the packaging, but at the same time, it's a bit too runny when it gets on the plate.  Taco Bell needs to thicken it up just a little bit more to get it to the right consistency.This sauce is not bad; it does not taste bad.  It just doesn't deliver on what I'm looking for when it comes to spicy.  If I were starving on a desert island, I'd slurp this stuff out of the bottle and call it the Food of the Gods.Bottom line: "Creamy" this sauce is, but "bold" it is not.  Our family knows hot and spicy, and a lame American "bold" doesn't cut it for us.  If we want Scoville-graded heat with our food, we'll go for theSriracha,Crystal,Cholula, etc.  If we want creamy, we'll go for the all-American ranch dressing or straight-up mayo, and we'll leave this product on the shelf. 
These are diced-dried organic apples with a dash of cinnamon; they are tasty and have a nice crunchy flavor. I especially like the cinnamon flavor, but as other reviewers have noted, this is a little hard to bite. I also find that the serving size is small and the product is a little pricey. I would rather eat some sort of fruity cereals or dried fruits from the local grocery or drug stores.1.Love Grown Foods Oat Clusters and Love, Apple Walnut Delight, 12-Ounce (Pack of 3)2.Leila Bay Trading Company Apple Cinnamon Granola 6 Pack [Misc.] 
I really enjoy the flavor of ginger, so I was really hoping that the ginger flavor would be prominent in this tea. The Pu'erh tea has a pleasant taste, but the ginger is not as strong as I would have liked. I recently tried theCardamom Pu'erh Tea Bags, 16-Counttea and I honestly like it better than the ginger version.Pu'erh tea is supposed to have some great health benefits (aids in digestion, weight management, and energy). I can't say that I've noticed a big difference in those areas, but if nothing else, it's an enjoyable cup of tea - just be aware that Pu'erh does have a rather distinct flavor compared to other teas. 
These cookies are made with recognizable ingredients.  I really enjoyed the taste and flavor. I found the cookies to be light but just slightly on the dry side but it wasn't enough to make me not want to eat them.  I think these are a great alternative to all the fake foods out there and would choose these over other alternatives.  Two cookies have 140 calories, and saturated fat is 15%.  The product description fails to mention that these may contain peanut and tree nuts, so if you have nut allergies you should avoid these. 
This product is very good.  The connection with Taco Bell adds a familiarity.  The packaging is excellent as is the color of the product.  The color and the taste are consistent, which is good.  The flavor is very balanced in body, mouth feel, acidity and spiciness.  It has a genuine peppery flavor with just enough temperature but not too hot.  The only thing that needs to be changed is that it is way too salty.  I added a little to way under seasoned food and it was just right.  Otherwise, adding it to food of normal degree of seasoning would be too salty.  It is a shame because the taste is so good.  You want to use a fair amount but that would make the food too salty.  Less salt will let the nice flavors come off better.  Salt helps to bring up flavor except if there is too much.  Then it obscures and overpowers the intrinsic flavor of the product itself and ultimately the dish that it is being added to. 
I'm not much for flavored coffees but wanted to give this a shot.  I actually had to go higher than the recommended 4 teaspoons to 8 ounces of water because the flavor was just simply too weak.  Adding another couple teaspoons had it in the wheelhouse of the typically stronger coffee I like to drink.  The flavor is pleasant and not overly sweet, and the peppermint flavor is obvious but not as strong as I expected- a good thing, in my view.  Overall, it's a fine drink, but because I am a black coffee drinker, it's not for me.  Recommended for those who like sugar or creamer in their coffee, and who are looking for something Christmasy to drink for the holiday/winter season. 
I bought a multi-box of flavors but this was the absolute best flavor (IMHO) in there so it's the one I'll comment on.  Spicy, sweet, flavorful, fun, crispy, lower fat than chips, I loved it.  I'll be buying more but only of this flavor.  The other flavors weren't so great (salt & pepper and cheddar aren't too bad) but this one rocked. 
Very taste little cookies with rich chocolate fudge.  The cookies were fresh and delicious.  When trying to look for a cheaper brand, the cookies tend to taste greasy but these Keebler mini cookies didn't have that greasy feeling.  They don't have high fructose corn syrup or trans fats, both a plus.  A container is good for 2-3 people as a snack.  Like with any other food item, I recommend reading the ingredients list and the nutritional value before purchasing. 
These Honey Dijon chips bring a terrific balance of salty, tangy, sweet and crunchy. Other brands I've tried use too much mustard flavor, which overpowers the Honey Dijon pairing.These chips make a great side dish on a BBQ plate with baked beans, coleslaw or potato salad and grilled meat. Naturally, they also go down great with beer.As an Oregonian, I'm proud to share these delectable snacks with friends, especially those living outside our state and who haven't experienced gourmet chips. I tell them Kettle Brand does for potato chips what microbrews did for beer.Kettle Brand potato chips are unmistakable--a light gold color, rich flavor and amazing crunch. Kettle Brand chips are also a healthier snacking option than the major chip brands. Kettle Brand chips don't have trans fats, MSG or artificial flavors and colorings. The company also has a line of organic potato chips and all of their products are certified Kosher.I also recommend these other Kettle Chips flavors:Kettle Chips Sea Salt & VinegarandKettle Chips Spicy Thai.Annette Solomon, a reporter for the Salem Statesman Journal recently noted that a glass of wine goes nicely with these chips. Solomon wrote, "...you could be missing out on a wonderful pairing. These chips are spicy, so you would want to select a semi-sweet white wine. Also, a moderate amount of acid will subdue the strong flavors of ginger, lime, garlic and cilantro without over-powering them. Classically, a German-style Riesling fits these parameters perfectly." 
The Numi packaging and advertising is a little over the top, but that shouldn't take away from the tea. Pu'erh tea goes through a 60 day fermentation process, so it's not going to be a flowery fluffy desserty type of a tea.There are hints of cardamom in this, but just like theGinger Pu'erh Tea Bags, 16-CountI have a hard time finding spiciness in the flavor.The package contains 16 individually sealed non-GMO biodegradable tea bags. The outside container has a perforated area at the bottom, so if you gently press through the part on the front of the packaging, you get a nice re-closeable box for the tea bags. The package includes an expiration ("Best Before End") date.The inside flap includes a recipe. This one is for a jelly, the Ginger for iced tea. I opened the box using the perforation so I didn't even realize there was a recipe in the inside flap. A quarter-size sticky keeps the flap attached to the main box, so you don't even have to open it that way unless you want the recipe.Every tea bag has a small indentation, a hint as to where to tear it open. Each bag includes brewing instructions (3 to 5 minutes). But I was disappointed that each tea bag is attached to its string with a small staple. I am sure there are better ways of doing this without the need for staples!Being stingy, I can get two 8oz cups of tea from each tea bag. Obviously the first one is stronger but because this is a strong and dark tea, the second cup still looks dark. I steep the first time for 3 minutes (using a timer). Given its strength, this is good as iced tea as well.The package says that it has higher caffeine but it doesn't provide a number. I usually get a caffeine kick from coffee, but I did not get a kick from this one. Caffeine-wise, it felt like green tea. Some people claim that tea caffeine is slower to enter the bloodstream than coffee caffeine, and tea typically has less caffeine than coffee. This certainly explains my reaction to it but caffeine reaction varies, so it's hard to tell how it will affect others. 
Viva Labs' coconut oil was my first venture into cooking with coconut oil.  It comes cold-pressed and has the consistency of hardened shortening. But, that is where the loose resemblance to shortening ends.  Viva Labs' coconut oil smells great, tastes great, and adds a hint of coconut/sweetness to whatever I cook.  I have also eaten teaspoons right out of the container & the coconut oil has a pure coconut flavor - a light flavor that is quite pleasing.Overall, the coconut oil does not leave my food greasy & the added, subtle flavor addition really enhances some of the meals that I cook - I've used this coconut oil with chicken, popcorn & oatmeal cookies.  Everything was quite tasty.I am almost finished with my container & coconut oil will stay on my shopping list now that I've discovered bow much I like it.**Disclaimer**Viva Labs sent me their product for review purposes. The review is my own opinion & Viva Labs did not request/require a positive review. 
"Sitting on the porch of a bungalow on a tea plantation in Darjeeling, you can see the peaks of Everest and Kanchenjunga as you sip a cup of this exquisite brew. Life is good." ~tea packetIf you want a subtle tea with a smooth, soothing flavor, then Darjeeling is an excellent choice. The slightly floral flavor is much milder than an Earl Grey. I especially love this blend when eating a Caramel Apple Cobbler Clif Bar. For some reason, the flavors mingle nicely.While many of the Tazo teas are blends of a variety of teas, this tea is purely a blend of Organic Black Darjeeling teas. The tea is grown near India's border with Bhutan. There are only "true Darjeeling" tea leaves in this tea.This tea is just perfect when blended with an Organic Sucanat: Natural Sugar Cane. You might also want to try using "milk powder" instead of cold milk with your tea. I find it helps to keep the tea strength and adds a creamy element to the smoothness of this tea.Darjeeling is a very satisfying blend for morning tea. You might also enjoy AWAKE and Earl Grey if you enjoy this tea.I just love the packaging of the Tazo Teas. The individual wrappings have a nice crinkly sound and the colors are all so soothing and quite beautiful. These teas are definitely for the aesthetically aware. Drinking Tazo teas literally becomes a magical experience. There is something mysterious going on here. The teas even seem to have a magical glint or luster to them. When you drink Tazo teas the world looks more beautiful and you feel much more aware of life itself. I find that my creativity soars after drinking Tazo teas.For more information on the mysteries of Tazo Tea, read the review for the Tazo Assorted Teas.For a calming experience try the Tazo Calm Herbal Infusion which is perfect for quiet evenings, after completing a yoga workout or just to sip on while you write in your journal.~The Rebecca Review 
This tea is really different. I taste chocolate if I think about it, don't notice the orange, cinnamon or vanilla at all and find the nutmeg to be the strongest flavor. Take the word "strongest" with a grain of salt....I found this tea to be very watery with little body. Perhaps I added too much water - I used about 8 ounces. I even just left the bag in the mug, hoping that if it steeped longer the flavors would intensify. No luck. Even my favorite tea, Stash White Christmas, which is made with white tea, has more body than this. I can make that in my 12 ounce mug and still have a good cup of tea. I don't see myself ever reordering this tea; it's just too strange a flavor and too weak for my taste. 2 stars.After further review I've found that just 2 drops of stevia made a difference in the flavor; made it more palatable. I also gave the teabag a good squeeze and that helped slightly. I raise my rating to 2.5 stars, rounded to 3. 
First I was pleased that the cookies arrived not only fresh but I good order; nothing broken. The cookie advertise all natural and they are good. It taste like a shortbread cookie with chocolate chips in it. These would not be my first choice but I would consider buying them if my first choice was out of stock. Enjoyable. 
Chip's Ahoy Chewy Gooey Megafudge cookies are the latest addition to the family of Chip's Ahoy cookies.  The picture on the front shows a soft cookie gently being split in two with gooey chocolate oozing out.  Random chocolate chips, both dark and white are scattered about.  Should be chocolicious.The cookies aren't bad.  There was no discernible liquid goo in the center, but more of a sensation of slightly underbaked cookie.  The texture is OK, it definitely is a very strong chocolately flavor, and overall will satisfy the need for a chocolate cookie.  If you have no other options.Generally, a homemade cookie will beat out a packaged cookie every time.  So, lets just compare this cookie to other packaged cookies.  Nothing holds a candle to Oreo's because they are in a class all by themselves.  Compared to the rest of the cookies out there, these are pretty good (note 3 star rating).They are packaged in an extremely noisy resealable package, ostensibly to keep them fresh.  You won't be sneaking anything out of this package, in fact, don't go looking for one in the middle of the night because you'll wake up your whole household, and possibly your neighbors.  The reseal option is nice, keeps them safely contained and might add to the freshness.  With the number of preservatives listed on the label, not sure if freshness will be an issue.Overall, not bad, not great.  Kids will love them. 
Well, I like a bit of heat.  I live in Arizona and I grow my own peppers.  Keep that in mind.  I like this stuff.  I used it as a sauce on chicken.  It has a wonderful flavor.  Now, if you think a bottle of Tabasco is a lifetime supply, pass on this, but if you don't mind a little heat, give it a try. 
Based on my previous great experience with Newman's Own products, I got the Pomegranate Licorice.  Opening the package treats you to a wonderful aroma.  The licorice itself has a beautiful rich color and is made from cane sugar and tastes like real licorice unlike some which are more waxy and tough and lacking authentic flavor.  This is tender and tasty and a real treat.  The package is just the right size for a snack.  Glad I got them!  Now excuse me I need to get back to chomping licorice. 
There is very little tea taste, you can taste a fruity flavor and a little honey BUT it does contain sucralose which is NOT natural. I would think this is false advertising if you claim a product is all natural and has ingredients that are not natural??? It is overly sweet and really doesn't taste natural to me.so this is a Warning that this product contains sucralose (splenda)I had thought it would only be sweetened with honey because that is the only sweetener mentioned in the description. 
As a consumer I make a point at eating quality food and care about what I put in my body. I search out organic and I am willing to pay the price for it.I am an avid buyer of Newman's Own products, and like their other products. The pomegranate was high quality and tasty.Compared to the major brand licorice, Newman's own pomegranate has 10g of sugar and 2g of protein compared to 18g and 1.3g respectively. The first ingredient in Newman's own is Organic Wheat Flour while the other licorice is corn syrup.The taste of the Pomegranate licorice is strong and sweet. The Elderberry added is more pronounced than the pomegranate. Non-organic corn syrup is in the product(third ingredient).I can taste the quality in the product and recommend it. 
First, in the interest of full disclosure, even though I love them raw, I'm not a huge fan of cooked or processed apples. I requested this from Vine because I like the idea of a health, organic crunchy snack. This does indeed meet that specification. It is made from only four organic ingredients: apples, apple juice, potato starch and cinnamon. It has no added sugars, fats, sodium or preservative. It's also relatively low in calories, coming in at 60 calories per serving, or 240 calories per 2.1 oz bag.My take on this is that if I am in the mood to snack and can't find anything else, this is better than nothing. It's not terrible, but it's not great, either.I didn't think it was as hard as some other reviewers. The overall size and texture is similar to a cluster in a cluster cereal, like Honey Bunches of Oats. The dried apples have a texture similar to puffed wheat, which I thought was kind of odd. It's not very sweet, something else I thought was odd. Dried apples are usually much sweeter.I liked it enough that I would be interested in trying other flavors, but I don't think I will be buying the apple clusters.Edited to add: I will give them one thing, my dog loves them and since they don't have added sugar or other ingredients that are harmful to dogs, afaict, they should be fine as dog snacks. 
This snack definitely gets my vote. It tastes great and is a real departure from the usual snack. As the name suggests, it has a crisp texture to it that is very interesting--it's almost like a cookie but it has a soft inside. The 100-calorie pack is very convenient--it's perfect for an afternoon snack, or as a substitute for a granola bar in the morning. Both my wife and I have found it fits perfectly into our diets. A nice surprise! 
Personally I'm not a big lemon fan one way or another, just find it okay - it's not my go to flavor when shopping.  But my girlfriend, she loves lemon flavored everything.  I got these for her & they didn't disappoint.  The flavoring is not overly strong, so don't assume these to be tart.  The flavor is sweet, but with a nice lemon hint to the icing.  I think the outer cookies were great as well, so no complaints from me - and I wasn't even planning on liking these.  My girlfriend already wants to put these on the next shopping list, so I guess I found a winner. 
Starbucks is known for the very strong, almost burnt, flavor.  TheStarbucks Vanilla Flavored Ground Coffeeis something different.  On their web site, Starbucks bills it as "A blend of high-quality coffee with just the right touch of luscious, natural vanilla."  They also say "Enjoy with: A crumbly butter cookie (or two) and a pool of late-afternoon sunshine."How well do they pull it off?  The coffee has a very strong aroma of vanilla, a lot like freshly baked cookies.  The flavor is a mixture of the traditional Starbucks taste with an equal amount of vanilla.  For me, the two tastes do not do well when mixed together. The appeal of coffee and cookies to me, Starbucks web page ideal, is the contrast between the strong coffee and sweet cookies. How many people would like their coffee to smell and taste like cookies?  There may be some, but I cannot go for it.As for the claim of all-natural ingredients, corn maltodextrin is listed on the package as one of the ingredients.  The US FDA says this, "Maltodextrin ((C6H10O5)n, CAS Reg. No. 9050-36-6) is a nonsweet nutritive saccharide polymer that consists of D-glucose units linked primarily by [alpha]-1-4 bonds and that has a dextrose equivalent (D.E.) of less than 20. It is prepared as a white powder or concentrated solution by partial hydrolysis of corn starch, potato starch, or rice starch with safe and suitable acids and enzymes."  I guess it depends on what you mean by natural. 
Not caring for regular tea or the caffeine, I drink herbal tea exclusively and am always on the lookout for fun new flavors.  This Blackberry Vanilla sounded delicious,, not a flavor combination I had seen before.  I should also mention that my true test for how well I end up really liking a tea's flavor is whether or not I need sweetener.  If I need it then the flavor is most likely too bitter for me.Out of the box, the tea bags have a bit of a dried flowers smell, not very fruity.  However, when it is brewing the fragrance is delicious!  The berries wake up, and the vanilla too.I tried this tea both hot and iced.  As a hot tea, the flavor was alright, but it was like there were too many herbs and not enough berries.  I did end up needing a bit of sweetener, as I felt the flavor was too earthy.  The vanilla was too subtle to detect.It was when I tried this tea iced that I found I really enjoyed it.  The cold seems to suit the berry flavors nicely, I can taste the vanilla, and I didn't need any sweetener at all.I have never cared for Lipton's pyramid tea bag packaging.  There is nothing protecting the tea bags inside of the box, such as a paper liner, and since the pyramid shaped tea bags are too awkward to be individually wrapped, it's just open tea bags sitting together in a paperboard box.  Also, the bags and string are some sort of plastic-like material, so I cannot put them in my compost bin.As an iced tea, I liked the Blackberry Vanilla.  But the flavor as hot tea and the less-than-desirable packaging keep me from getting excited about it. 
I have tasted many energy drinks and they all tasted unnatural or like medicine. This one is definitely different. I immediately tasted the banana and strawberry juice (since it is made with 70% juice)and had a pleasant, natural flavor I liked a lot. I had it after my morning run and it was very refreshing. Also, I noticed that my alertness increased after having it. I know it was the caffeine that did this, but I would rather have the natural caffeine that all the chemicals other energy drinks have. 
I am a big fan of all types of cookies, including all varieties of Fig Newtons. These Fruit Thins are not exactly a thin Fig Newton, they are a thin, circular cookie with bits of fig and a honey flavor. The taste is reminiscent of the original Fig Newtons, but there is no soft, paste filling.The cookies are perfect for a light treat with a cup of tea, and the thinner size keeps them from being too sweet or filling.  I think you could compare them somewhat to a sweet biscuit instead of a full size Fig Newton. Light and crisp, my husband and I both enjoyed these cookies, and have already bought another bag. 
Those with an exotic palate may find something to like in Numi's Organic Savory Tea (Garden Sampler). There are six blends: Carrot Curry, Spinach Chive, Beet Cabbage, Fennel Spice, Tomato Mint, and Broccoli Cilantro. I sampled the Beet Cabbage, Tomato Mint, and Carrot Curry before writing this review.Numi is far off the beaten path of Lipton's. This is a tea that smells of soup. The good news is that it does not taste like soup. It is a full-bodied tea that takes 10 minutes to steep. The Beet Cabbage was enjoyable and mild next to the Tomato Mint. Both of them were jarring at first sip, due to the contrast with humdrum teas. Carrot Curry was the most flavorful, but many will be turned off by curry--still sparingly used in Western cuisine (and never in Western drink). The downside is that Numi tends to be extremely strong at the bottom, making for an uneven cup. Your mainstream tea gets stronger at the end, but nothing like this. The last 1/4 cup was of Tomato Mint was undrinkable. Potential buyers should be aware that Numi's tea does not tint the water as most teas do.. Your cup will be indistinguishable from hot water, except by smell.All Numi teabags are biodegradable. The tea is decaf, and works equally well night or day. Those looking for something very different from big-box corporate tea might find Numi's Organic worth a try. This reviewer will go back to the tried and true. Soup's proper place is not in a teacup. 3/5 stars. 
As part of the Amazon Vine program, I received a Cherry Cashew bar to sample and review. My normal breakfast routine consists of green tea and a Luna bar, so I was interested in comparing and possibly having a different alternative.The ingredients are good: it's certified organic, gluten-free, has protein, Omega-3 added in, and it's vegan. There is no gluten, dairy or soy for people who are allergic to those. Of course, there are cashews, which are frequently processed in plants with peanuts, so I'd recommend people with peanut allergies steer clear of this bar.It has slightly more calories (200) than a standard Luna bar, and 9 grams of fat. That seems a little excessive, even accounting for the cashews in the bar itself. There are 4 grams of fiber, which is decent. The other nutrients of measure in the bar itself are mostly minimal, which makes it hard to believe the claim that the bar contains a "full serving of fruit". It is low sodium, to boot.The flavor, as other reviewers have commented, was very much reminiscent of fruitcake - only a little more dry, and with nuts. If you are a fan of fruitcake, you might like this. 
Starting with the most important factor in reviewing a tea ... taste ... it is pleasant. I have a difficult time putting much credibility into a review for a food/beverage product which claims the product "tastes great" or "tastes awful" since taste is 100% personal and subjective. I also won't pick apart how authentic the flavors are, because again, personally I think the taste is pleasant and I would make it a point to purchase this flavor in the future.Possibly because of the tea bag material, or maybe because of the chunkiness of the tea, it brews fast, making a drinkable cup of tea in just over a minute. On the plus side, if I leave the teabag in until I finish the entire cup it still does not become bitter. My personal choice is about 3 - 4 minutes.Speaking of the teabag, there are some interesting opinions about it. Frankly it doesn't mean a lot to me. On the positive side it has an attractive look to it which helps dress up serving tea at an informal dinner party. On the more negative side I have to wonder about any "plastic" product that may leech into my beverage. Each time I have to peel the string off the side of the teabag I wonder what's in the glue that holds it there.Lipton is very respected in our household so the bottom line is I'm not so concerned about the material that's used to make the teabag to not buy it, and overall this is clearly a bit more of a premium tea than average. I believe it is getting rated fairly at 4-stars for "I like it". 
I'm a coffee drinker and have tried various brands.  The price was great for this but in the variety pack there might have been a few 'bold brew' that tasted like coffee.  The others were incredibly weak.  The flavored coffees were awful.  Would not recommend this to anyone that enjoys coffee. 
The taste was okay.  The cookie is thin and light and crispy.  You can really taste the blueberries, which is a good real honest to goodness blueberry taste.  But overall, the sweetness level was okay, the cookie was just meh.  I don't know it's like a cookie that was trying too hard.  We have been crumbling it up and putting it in ice cream, yogurt, mixing it in with granola.  The other problem that we have ended up having with these is that I did not know prior to purchase that the cookies had flax seed in them but not all of the seeds were finely ground, which means that well one the health benefit is lost but also the family members in my house who have diverticulitis got really ill after eating these cookies.I can't put my finger on what I didn't like about them.  Perhaps because the serving size is 3 cookies or thins and that is not at all satisfying as a snack and so it feels like another junk food disguised as a health food.  Taste wise they are okay.  But since they aren't really that healthy, I'd rather pop a real fig newton. 
The Switch Orange Tangerine sounded delicious when I ordered it. I thought it would be very refreshing on these hot summer days. And it would be if the taste were better. Perhaps the other flavors might be better but the orange tangerine had a bad aftertaste. Stick with the real juice if you want that flavor. The sparkling juice idea is good, I liked the carbonation as it was refreshing.But the biggest drawback for me is the sugar. There was 34g of sugar in that little 8 oz. can. There is 40g in a 12 oz. can of Dr. Pepper. Way too much sugar.The other drawback for me is the price. I wouldn't buy it because it works out to be almost a dollar a can. If I'm going to pay that much, I would rather buy the regular juice (real, not reconstituted) in the store. 
I now have tasted about a half a dozen of these "flavor enhancers" by MIO and for the most part I have been very, very impressed.  This low to no calorie drink is a great way to give water an extra boost of flavor.  However, this "sweet tea" flavor befuddles me a bit.  The reason being is it doesn't really taste like sweet tea.  I sort of taste the tea aspect and I sort of taste a sweeten aspect, yet they don't seem to blend together to create "sweet tea". I tried MIO's peach tea flavor enhancer and that tasted just like peach tea.  So again, I am a bit befuddled.  I will say that the flavor is pleasant and it is nice to drink, but I don't see any conduit between the taste and the flavor proclaimed on the bottle. 
I drink a lot of tea of many varieties and found theLipton Herbal Pyramid Tea Bags, Blackberry Vanilla, 18Count (Pack of 6)to be rather mediocre.  The pyramid pouch is attractive but I think other fibers decompose more quickly and would prefer those or a reusable strainer.  It's not a deal breaker, just an observation.  If you like the scent, you can use it unbrewed as a sachet I guess.  Being that it's a fruity herbal tea or tissane, I personally find that it needs no sweetening and I've yet to add milk.  It's lovelier as an iced brew for my preference, and I think the vanilla essence is lacking unless I steep the tea for a longer time than usual.  I also have found that a single brew is best as opposed to a second dip which is possible for other tea bags.  The tea isn't bad, I just think it's average and haven't awarded it a higher star rating.  If you are looking for a fruity tea that is even better iced, give it a try.  I'd bet that kids would like this tea, and would encourage this over a soda or high calorie juice.  I like Lipton herbal teas and enjoy trying different varieties, but found this particular one wasn't at the top of my list. 
I've wanted to try dry rendang for a long time.  I've heard it's wonderful.  This wasn't dry, but that's OK--it left me lots of sauce to pour over rice.  If I licked the bowl when I was done, I would never admit it here.I didn't follow the instructions.  (I'm terrible at following instructions.)  I started at the supermarket, while choosing the beef.  This calls for thin slices of beef tenderloin, but that's not exactly in my budget.  I went with chunks of a fairly tough cut of beef.  That meant long simmering, which is not what the instructions call for.I lightly browned the beef and set it aside. (The instructions tell you to pan-fry until medium-done.)  I added the paste and coconut and brought it to a boil.  (Hey, I got something right!)  The "coconut premix" was a powder that clumped pretty badly.  I think next time I'll add the coconut premix and the water, so I can see the clumps to break them up, then add the paste.I added the beef back to the pan and covered (which you're not supposed to do,) and let it cook for about an hour and a half.  With tenderloin it would be ready in a few minutes, but if you're broke like me, the sauce holds up well to cheap beef and a long slow simmer.The smell in the house was absolutely wonderful.  The flavor was wonderful as well.  It was a good blend of spices, with no one spice stealing the show.  I know that rendang is supposed to have hot peppers, but I don't know exactly how hot it's supposed to be.  This was extremely mild.  Leftovers may meet a littleSrirachato warm things up a bit.  Next time I make this I may introduce some hot peppers before simmering.But oh yes, there will be a next time. 
FLAVOR:While eating the bar, I could definitely taste the cherries.  While I could feel the bits of cashew, I didn't taste them until after...there's definitely a lingering flavor of cashew after you're done.  The cherries were delicious, and they really tasted like cherries, not like cherry flavoring.  Every bite tasted like a cherry, though it was balanced with a neutral flavor that kept it from being overwhelming.TEXTURE:The outside of the bar is sticky.  The bar itself, as you bite into it, feels firm and chewy.  There are nut bits distributed throughout which give a little bit of extra firmness.SIZE:The bar itself is around 3 inches long and around an inch wide.  It's a little more than a quarter of an inch thick.SATISFACTION:I used this bar as a breakfast bar, and it kept me feeling reasonably satisfied for ~4 hours, which is about all I ask of a breakfast bar.NUTRITION:I'm no expert in this area, but I do like that this bar has no refined sugar and has a good amount of protein.  I've been trying to find tasty bars that have protein for the morning, and this is one of the first I've found.  I also appreciate that it's only 190 calories, versus the 220+ that many other bars give.OVERALL:Overall, I'm going to be buying a few packs of these in different flavors as soon as I finish this review.  I'm really glad I got the opportunity to try it, and I definitely recommend it if you like fruity and chewy bars and are looking for a high protein breakfast alternative. 
i drink alot of tea, so i decided to try this.  i measured exactly 8 ounces of water for the cup.  i like my tea strong & this bag gave a very satisfying brew.  the taste is good, a bit tart, slightly sour.  i think the hibiscus flowers give it the sour taste, but i grew to like it.  the vanilla taste is subtle, not overwhelming which is good.  the bags are a new design to me.  they're little plastic triangles which i think allow more water to seep more thoroughly.  good idea.i recommend this tea & i think i'll seek out other flavors in this line. 
We got our bag of ginger snaps this afternoon and I am ashamed (but happy) to admit that they are almost gone already.  These cookies are fantastic!  I have long been a fan of ginger snaps but have often been disappointed by the bland, tasteless versions I found in the stores.  Nothing was as good or as flavorful as Mom used to make.  It seemed that all the really flavorful brands slowly slipped away from the grocers shelves.  The only really great ones were imported and the exchange rate made them ridiculously expensive.  Then I found Newman's Own.  I have always loved their salad dressings (not so crazy about their salsas but that is another review) and now I love their cookies.  With s satisfying snap! and a crunchy texture they also have delicious chewy ginger pieces inside to make them super flavorful.  The low heat of the ginger is just right and they are not too sweet.  They are fabulous and I now need to order more or find them at the local grocer. Buy these and you will not be sorry! 
I'm a tea drinker, and this Bigelow Green Tea is of my favorites.  This green tea is mild, and has a very light color and a smooth taste.  I try to stay away from too much sugar, so I sweeten mine with a few drops of stevia sweetener.I especially go to this tea when I'm sick.  It's great hot, and soothes sore throat even better than chicken soup.  Tea comes in sealed packets.  Last time I ordered this pack was at least a year ago.  I just finished my last box, and this one was as good as my first.  If you like black tea, try Darjeeling from Bigelow, it's my favorite black tea. 
This tea is so delicious, so fragrant, that for the first time, I choose to drink a hot tea without sweetener of any kind. I usually use honey or splenda, but they just destroyed the delicate essence of this lovely tea. It really is sweet and fragrant enough without any embellishment.I usually drink Numi teas. I have many varieties, and I love them. But this tea is especially lovely. From the long, thin white tea leaves to the jasmine blossom petals, what a treat for the eyes, nose, and palate. The fragrance hits you as soon as you open the container and lasts throughout the cup. I followed the directions and steeped the tea as suggested. The first cup was heavenly, the second brew delicious, but the third was a bit weak. It was never bitter, never harsh, and never "too green."Yes, it's expensive, but it is organic, hand-picked, authentic, whole white tea leaves and whole jasmine petals. A little goes a long way. I guess it all comes down to what your passion is and what you can afford. I do hope I can afford this in the future, and I am tempted to try other varieties as i finish my Numi stash. 
This herbal tea is well balanced and pleasant.  It tastes to me like good real lemon, but not acidic.  The ginger seems just enough.  Bonus; you can use the bag twice and get a good cup of tea the second time.  Also, it's nice to steep this with black tea, and get a bit of caffeine if you choose, along with the ginger / lemon flavors. 
wow! i like it! it arrived in good condition. the sauce tastes good. it is very fresh with a freshness date best by september 2014. italian sauage ravioli in a hearty tomato and meat sauce. it contains no preservatives or msg and is a good source of protein. i looked over the list of ingredients. i don't see too much bad there at all. the price was great too. i am very happy with this purchase and i ordered several more cases to put into the pantry for future use. i can add to the sauce if i need some variation. 
Numi Organic Savory Tea is unlike any sort of tea I've had before. I had no idea what to expect but was intrigued by the idea of organic vegetables and spices blended together to create brand new experience. Numi Tea has created six blends to appeal to those brave enough to try it & what better way the with the Savory Tea Garden Sampler.The box contains 6 flavors and 12 tea bags, so you can have a cup for yourself and share if you so choose. The blends you'll find are Carrot Curry, Beet Cabbage, Tomato Mint, Spinach Chive, Brocoli Cilantro, & Fennel Spice. The tea is 100% organic as well as non-GMO verified. Each flavor inspired from recipes around the world.I think the sampler is a very good option if interested in trying these teas out. I say that because I honestly really liked some better than others. To each their own taste, I say though. My favorite out of all six is the Spinach Chive! It leaves an aftertaste like if you were have spinach and chive dip just without the added sour cream. And the Tomato Mint was another that I liked, being the mint lover that I am. I was kinda upset I didn't like the Carrot Curry flavor more. I felt it needed to be a bit spicier and the carrot stronger in taste.The flavors of the teas aren't overly strong as one would have assumed from smelling the tea bag. I was a little shocked thinking they would have tasted more like broth or soup. I was hoping it would have been a bit stronger. I will state that each flavor tasted exquisitely fresh and quite distinct though. No sugar or cream is needed and the teas can be drank hot or cold.I'd recommend trying them out if you are looking for something different. They compliment certain meals in my opinion quite well. I think they may also be an interesting addition to your cooking.  You may just discover and brand new tea obsession. But do try out the sampler pack first! 
I'm not much of a juice drinker, but my daughter is so I bought this for her to try out.  I wasn't expecting much, so I was very happy when she announced that she really liked it!  It is essentially a carbonated fruit juice, but it is nice to have some different flavors for the kids.  So, it was a hit at our house and we'll definitely be buying more. 
This were a hit with everyone I shared them with.  The ingredients are all natural, so it's a snack I feel comfortable serving to my children. The packaging includes a portion that is reasonably sized, and easy to pack for a snack on the go.  The cashews are sweet enough to satisfy a craving for sweets, but the snack is primarily protein.I will definitely purchase these again. 
I'm not sure exactly how qualified I am to review spaghetti sauce but since that's part of the trade off here let me give you my qualifications.  I'm approximately 12.5% Italian and yes I know the Chinese created pasta but we're (us 12.5% Italians) are the ones who eat it.  Next I'm married to a Puerto Rican, so I'm used to very flavorful (spicy but not spicy hot) food.  That said, I did grow up eating bland food and I have to say I enjoy a good can of Chef Boyardee about once a month. I do, however, draw the line at no-brand spegettios and the like.On to the sauce.  I made this for myself and 3 little whippersnappers ages 2.5, 4 and 9.  They all loved it.  The directions involved 3 very easy steps which is good because I'm pretty much lost on cooking anything that involves more than 2 ingredients.  The package was convenient and saved some dirty pans. I thought the taste was decent, not acidic, and sweet enough for me (but see my strict regulations on spaghetti sauce above). My wife couldn't really taste the basil and she thought it was bland.So let's put it this way.  No self-respecting cook or chef is going to just serve this stuff out of the bag.  They're going to add spices, veggies whatever...  BUT I think anyone that is buying this for convenience probably isn't a big connoisseur of fine Italian (Chinese) cuisine. So 4 out 5 stars for appealing to an audience that appreciates convenience more than taste, with a product that focuses on convenience rather than taste. 
I am reviewing this product for Amazon, I received it as a gift for that purpose. After examining the ingredients list I noticed this has an awful lot of sugar, the first ingredient is Water, then Cane Sugar, do not let that make you think of wow that is good sugar. Sugar is sugar. Yes sugar is sugar but it tastes good and yes it has calories but how many really? there are 80 cals per serving in this bottle. This product used real sugar and yes it is over processed but it tastes good. It aids in the flavor of this drink.As I opened this chilled drink I was mindful of the aroma. Grapefruit, that is what it was screaming to me but there was a more complex scent, passion fruit maybe? Yes indeed it is flavored with passion fruit and very nicely, I am drinking the second half of the bottle right now and I can tell you I love it.I just cannot seem to wrap my mind around the fact it has so much sugar, with that much sugar anything would taste this good. Ok so I am testing it, (right now as I write this review) it says it has 19 grams of sugar per serving.Wait a minute, I just checked the label again, it is very hard to see letters since they are so small and the ingredients list is written in an obscure font and made a little hazy, to hide the fact is has 19 grams of sugar per serving? Hmm what is this, it is not one serving per bottle, it is 1.5 servings per bottle,why do they give you 1.5 servings are you going to share it with 1.5 people? So that means this entire bottle (only 11.5 oz.) has not just 19 grams of sugar but a hefty 27 plus grams of sugar.Do you know what 27 grams of sugar equates to in teaspoons?Now this is not a scientific experiment by any means but I just used a very reliable scale and found that it takes 7 tsp. of sugar to come up with 27 grams of sugar and that is what is in this drink I just consumed. Wait let me reduce the stars on my rating to 3.....When I need a magnifying glass to see the ingredients list that makes me pause, and ask why? I guess we now know why, I never use more that about 3 tsp. sugar in any form per day I just used up my next few days.Let's see a cola drink has less sugar than this drink, why would I drink this, for a sugar high? not likely. I would give more comparisons but I do not used many processed foods to look on the labels.Diabetics stay away, this is not for you, in fact it is not for me, is this your kind of drink that you would want or better still, give to your children?The only thing right now that has anything going for it is the taste, so if you don't mind the 27 grams of sugar per bottle then be my guest you will enjoy it, it has a wonderful bright light flavor. Know that it also has a lot of pulp going through it, and according to the label it has natural flavors and not real fruit, so what is that stuff floating in it, it is not real fruit hmmm...The aftertaste is not so bad, I guess you can just cover that up by drinking another bottle of this sugar water.I am sorry folks but this review went down very fast, I am sorry I cannot recommend this drink due to it's over use of sweetener. In fact I will not be finishing it myself. 
This stuff was amazing. It is very simple to use and the flavor was just fantastic. We used it on chicken instead of beef and it was some of the most delicious curry I've had. And I've spent a lot of time working and living in the Middle East and Asia. I was very impressed with how good it was, but also how easy it is to prepare. If you can make Hamburger Helper you can use this, and the results are much better. I will be buying more in the future for sure. 
Hmmm. What does it mean that these chips are popped? I don't know. What I do know is that these chips are very good - crispy and airy, and not at all like baked chips (which I never did like).I really like these chips, both the taste and the texture. Low in fat, no preservatives, no trans fats, I think they are great! 
Very taste little cookies with rich chocolate fudge.  The cookies were fresh and delicious.  When trying to look for a cheaper brand, the cookies tend to taste greasy but these Keebler mini cookies didn't have that greasy feeling.  They don't have high fructose corn syrup or trans fats, both a plus.  A container is good for 2-3 people as a snack.  Like with any other food item, I recommend reading the ingredients list and the nutritional value before purchasing. 
I was surprised by how rich and full of body this tea seemed since it's not what I usually expect from tea. The flavor is strong and enjoyable if you like ginger and dark, caffeinated drinks. I can be a little sensitive to caffeine at times (thus why I mainly drink tea instead of coffee) and this did make me a little nauseous because of the caffeine. It really is like drinking a coffee substitute instead of tea. 
Aloe. Green Tea. Passion Fruit.Choose any two. (Also, make the Passion Fruit less dominant than it is.) By combining all three flavors, it becomes too much. Especially since the passion fruit flavor is so overwhelming. Despite that, the aloe and green tea flavors are still discernible. (And the aloe obviously has aloe texture.)With regard to ingredients, it is apparently made with "all natural ingredients". There's no high-fructose corn syrup, for those of you who are into that sort of thing. The flavors are purportedly all natural. There's nothing on the ingredient label that an eleven-year old couldn't pronounce, so there's that.As a side note, and warning to anyone who might not know, aloe, while really good for your skin, should be consumed internally with moderation. For one thing, it's an allergen. So, before you buy a case of this stuff, buy a small sample and find out if you're going to be allergic. There is also a long history of aloe being used as a laxative. So...moderation. 
In the past to make some tea I'd have to get out a tea bag and a tea pot, boil some water. steep the teabags, and then add the sugar, cream, etc, before enjoying a cup of tea.  Now with my K-Cup coffee machine I can take one of the Lipton K cup Iced Tea Lemonade packets, put it in my machine and get a perfect cup of lemony, citus flavored tea with little effort.  Add a little ice and your're all set.In addition to being very easy to brew, the tea is very tasty.  It has a rich deep flavor which I'd compare to any Ice Tea recipe of any Southern Grandmother.  I like it so much I reccomended it to my Mother in law.  I really enjoy it and will buy more and probably try different flavors. 
I like the fact that this little bottle contains 15 grams of whey protein, along with the equivalent of 3 servings of fruits/vegetables.  Being lactose-intolerant, I also appreciate the fact that it does not contain lactose.  However, I'm not sure if those positives outweigh the taste and consistency of this RTD, which I did not care for.  I was not able to drink the entire bottle at one sitting.  I'd certainly give it a go if another flavor was available, but Mango just didn't do it for me. 
This Coconut Oil is organic and comes in a 15 ounce container. It is absolutely pure, fresh and smells amazing if you like coconut. I personally love coconut and was happy to try cooking with it. However I wondered whether or not it would be useful for very many things. I am still fairly new to coconut oil but I have been experimenting with it a lot in recent months and have found it to be my new favorite oil to cook with. I have used it to fry things in a skillet like ham. I wondered if it would taste weird but it didn't at all and I actually preferred the taste to using vegetable or canola oil. I have also used it in deserts and that is what I prefer to use it for. I have used it to make homemade fudge and it turned out really good. Yesterday I used it to make chocolate chip cookies and they were some of the most amazing cookies that I have ever had. Coconut Oil can also be used as a beauty product. If you take a little bit of it and rub it into your skin it moisturizes and makes your skin very smooth. My hands always dry out and crack as the weather turns colder out. A little bit of this coconut oil makes them feel like new again and it smells great too.This is only the second type of coconut oil that I have tried but it seems perfect quality to me. It also has a long shelf life of about 1 1/2 years according to the expiration date on the top of the container. Coconut oil may not be for everyone but I love the taste and it's much healthier than many of the other options.Sample provided for review. 
This has been my typical morning coffee ever since I first tried it in December 2011.  So, a year and a half later, and I'm still liking it - and recommending it.The pods were novel back in 2011, and the price of other K-Cups had gone up much more than I liked, so I decided to give this brand a try.  I'm glad that I did.  I really enjoy this Fog Chaser variety, and the Subscribe & Save price (~$25 right now) is good for 80 cups these days.  Plus, they started including a plastic container in each 80-pack that you can store your pods in after you open up one of the eight-count bags.  I had already bought an air-tight container to keep them fresh (I originally just used zip-lock bags), but it's a nice touch.In my Breville brewer, these pods do take longer to make a cup than a regular K-Cup.  Maybe it's just my brewer, but perhaps there's more flow resistance in these.  Not a huge deal, but I thought it was worth mentioning.I'm not sure how much less plastic these have versus the original K-Cups.  They don't have the plastic cup, but the rim is a lot thicker plastic on these, and they come in plastic bags with a plastic container in each 80-pack.  But, I don't buy them because I think there's less plastic.  I buy them because I like the taste and the price is good. 
The blackberry vanilla tea has a nice aroma and a great taste.  I can taste the berry and a hint of the berry.  Also, makes a great iced tea.  Caffeine- free means I can enjoy in the evenings.  Also not that the ingredients include rosehips, hibiscus flowers, blackberry leaves, dried blackberry and raspberry pieces.  It comes in a triangle-shape mesh bag, so you can see the ingredients.  Very enjoyable. 
This is the best barbeque and all around sauce ever.  It has a sweet and spicy taste to it that is wonderful.  But you have to like both of the separate flavors to it.  It is not too spicy -- our big kids and little kids like it. I have used it on hamburgers and steaks, before they go on the grill or after or both, letting the flavors get grilled in.  I have used it on chicken -- both as a marinade (watered down) and while grilling or baking.  This sauce is also good on pork chops and ribs.The flavor is very strong though so I would recommend trying a small bottle if you can find one in your grocery store before you make a 120-ounce commitment.  Some people have really disliked the flavor so I don't cook for them anymore.  (If I go to the trouble to cook, the best idea is for people to eat.)My nephew used to ship these to me from Denver.  He was so cute when he wrapped each bottle in tons of paper and then put bubble wrap around them.  He is a true barbeque fan(atic) and he didn't want a single bottle broken.  I can get these locally now, but it's still a distance for me so I am happy that I will be able to order the bottles from Amazon! 
All you need is a regular bottle of spring water or whatever you want to use, in goes the powder and voila, instant iced tea drink (well, instant in that you have to shake it first). The flavor (mango pineapple in this case) is very tasty and refreshing. Powdered drink mixes in this form aren't exactly a new found invention but if it tastes as good as this does, I have no problems recommending it to anyone. It's perfect for storing in your desk at work, taking it on the go or in just about any manner you can think of. 
I'd never seen or heard of caffeinated water until this product popped up on Vine a few weeks ago. I sat there staring at the screen, wondering who the heck even thought up such a thing."Water's ok...but it needs something. Something to make it...BETTER. I know! Caffeine!"I reluctantly ordered a bottle, and I'm trying it out right now as I type this up. For some reason, even knowing that it was just regular water with caffeine in it, I kept expecting it to taste like Sprite or something. But the truth is, it tastes just like any regular bottled water. No aftertaste either! Each bottle has 90mg of caffeine, and the whole bottle is one serving. There aren't any vitamins pumped into it or anything to make this an energy drink. That's a good thing.The cons are that the price is a bit high for this in two ways. One- you can save a bit just by getting regular bottled water and caffeine tablets. Two- only twelve per pack at this price? Yeesh.This water is a nice little pick me up, but not something I plan on buying. 
When I get bored with ice tea and coffee, I will usually opt for a fruit flavored powdered mix packet that I add to ice water. Vitamin Squeeze Energy Drink Fruit Punch isn't overly sweet & is similar in flavor to the powdered drinks, but  also contains added vitamins, minerals & caffeine.  However, I have a hard time getting the correct amount without measuring it.  The serving/squeeze  equals one tbsp  or 3 tsp  for 8oz of water.Each serving of Vitamin Squeeze Energy Drink provides vitamins C, B3, B5, B6, B12, Chromium, Zinc, Taurine, Electrolytes & 40 mg of caffeine. I felt a slight energy boost when I drank a couple servings during my midday slump.For best quality refrigerate & use within 30 days after opening. Shake well before each use. 
I love dark chocolate, so I was excited to try this Newman's Own Dark Chocolate bar.  First, I was impressed that the bar, which is smaller than other specialty chocolate bars but still a generous six squares, is just a single serving size.  At 330 calories, 22 grams of fat, and 28 grams of sugar, it is still an indulgent treat, but if you choose to share the bar (as I did), you can satisfy your sweet tooth without feeling too guilty about it.I definitely enjoyed the taste of this bar as well; I found the chocolate to be rich and smooth.  At 54% cocoa, it is definitely not as dark as many other dark chocolate offerings out there--in fact, I found the taste to be a bit sweeter, more reminiscent of semi-sweet chocolate than true dark chocolate.  Although this was fine by me, some dark chocolate lovers may be disappointed.  So, unless you need your dark chocolate to be of the extra-dark variety, I would definitely recommend this product. 
I would have given this a five star but the price kept it down.I drink Lipton iced tea and this tea is great but I thought it was a little to expensive. 
I have a confession. I really like the ready-made meals like hamburger helper. They are comfort food and easy to make when you are too busy to cook something from scratch. Usually the meals from a box are good, but not excellent. This meal was different.  I thought this cheesy skillet with broccoli was so yummy, I went back for a second helping!It takes a few minutes to sauté the chicken bits to get them nice and brown, and we bought some extra broccoli to increase the veg content. And voila! A tasty meal that my entire family praised, including my finicky older father enjoyed. Even my health-conscious older sister commented the meal was very good, and she is usually a bit snobby about premade food.Cooking time can get a bit irksome if you are in a hurry. You do spend time browning chicken, stirring, and getting the meal ready. To cut back on that you could cut the chicken and bake it in the oven at 350 for about 30 minutes, thus saving you the sautéing which sometimes I do not like to do. I really liked it and recommend it. 
Okay, if all you are looking for is a GREAT tasting portion controlled snack and don't care about anything else then this is it!  I also like that the ingredients are pretty good, brown sugar, corn syrup, cocoa, popcorn, oil, vanilla, whey, noting terrible and all pretty darn natural.  BUT, we will not be buying these again which is why despite amazing taste and good ingredients I am only  giving it 3 stars.  First off, each box only has 5 pouches, so for a family of four one box is gone like in an instant.  Next and foremost, we try to limit sugar per serving on our sweetened cereals and snacks to no more than 9 grams, each of these Snackwell pouches has 18 grams of sugar!  We are used to eating Angie's Caramel Corn which for a whopping 2.5 cups serving size has only 9 grams of sugar and 150 calories.  If Snackwell really wanted people to 'snack well' they'd take Angie's caramel corn and drizzle fudge on that and put it into their little pouches to reduce the sugar per serving. 
These are the little cups that you use for the tea machines. If you haven't seen one, I have encountered quite a few in use at local doctor's offices where they offer various types of tea drinks, sort of a high-end treat for the patients. I got one of the machines at The Goodwill Store for a few bucks, (lots of them there! I think people get these machines but they get tired of fooling with them pretty quickly. I really like the one I got.)Anyway, the tea itself is excellent and it provides the great flavor that we have come to expect from Lipton. The product is easy to use and I have found it very convenient.Highly recommended. 
I obtained a sample and when I opened the package the aroma was not inviting at all.  Well, I brewed it up anyway on a regular Cuisinart coffee maker and used the sample bag with enough water for 2-3 cups to make a stronger cup of coffee. Nevertheless, it tasted weak to me and didn't smell any better after brewing it. It was drinkable and ok, just not very satisfying to me as it didn't have a richness or depth or good aroma to it. Admittedly, I am not a big French Roast fan as it tends to taste bitter to me and acidic.  This one may be better than other French Roast because while I thought it tasted weak and bitter it presumably is lower acid. If you need a low acid coffee, then this is okay, but if not you may not find this satisfying, especially if you like dark, full flavored strong coffee. 
If you are looking for a water flavoring product, there's been a lot of powders out there to choose from.  Somewhat recently, there's been a new trend of liquid additives that you can put into your water to make it less boring.  The obvious advantage of a liquid additive is that you don't have the mess and hassle of powder spilling everywhere.  It's quick, convenient, and easy.Now, what sets this Vitamin Squeeze Energy Drink apart from competitors such as the MIO things?  Well, mostly price.  I noticed that this is a much larger item, and per ounce, is a much better value.  As for taste, I've had tastier water flavorings.  In fact, if you can believe this, the tastiest thing I've tried is an off-brand MIO knock-off (I believe the brand was Fit & Active).  The taste of this Vitamin Squeeze flavoring is sort of bland (but also calorie free, so that's nice), and then if you increase the amount used, just gets too strong.  There's just never a point where I felt like it was just right, even though I experimented with how many squeezes to use.  That being said, the taste is tolerable and not too bad.All in all, I wouldn't buy this drink flavoring just for it's taste alone (although you may want it for the vitamins in it).  I would, however, recommend it just for being the best value that I've seen so far for a product of its type.  If you need a liquid water flavoring at the best price possible (as of this review writing), this is the product to go with for sure. 
I took this to work and shared it. The comments I got were:bland; I wouldn't buy this; the texture is different than "Twizzlers".  Nobody raved.I thought the flavor was mild but pleasant.  The aroma is good.  I might buy this if it was on sale AND I had a coupon for it; Newman's Own stuff tends to be a bit pricy for me. 
While this coffee is lower acid than a normal French roast, the flavor isn't quite as deep and rich as you'd expect from a French roast. French roast is typically my favorite type of roast. The aroma is nice after brewing, but smelling this coffee right out of the pack it smells plastic-like. Also, I found that this coffee had a quite strong bitter taste.Though, I did notice that this coffee did seem to be easier on my stomach. I'm sure this might work well for someone who loves coffee, but, has a sensitive stomach.Overall, a basic French roast nothing too spectacular. Might be good for someone who wants a low acid coffee who is willing to sacrifice the typical French roast depth of flavor. Though in my opinion this coffee is way overpriced as the flavor is lacking and it still manages to be bitter. 
I didn't have particularly high hopes for this product-- I figured it would be the usual chewy dried apple type of thing. I was pleasantly surprised when I realized how crunchy and flavorful these actually are. They remind me of the dried fruits you get from the health food store that come in the plastic pint and quart containers called "JustFruit" or something like that. Anyhow, these are just as good, they are just clustered into a little ball.Something about eating dried fruit that is crunchy, as opposed to chewy, makes me feel like I am eating junk food. These kind of taste like apple potato chips. I didn't notice too much cinnamon flavor, and the flavor tasted  natural, as opposed to chemically sweet.Overall I think these are an excellent snack and tastier than any other I've had outside of the JustFruit brand. 
I usually find bottled teas to either have very little flavor or leave a bad aftertaste.The Chantea Aloe Vera Green - Passion Fruit was both delicious and left no after taste.Warning on your first drink - there is pulp of the passion fruit in the tea, and it took me by surprise in my first mouthful.I enjoyed it so much, I will be purchasing more. 
I was quite excited to try Lipton's new Tea & Honey To Go packets. While I was a bit skeptical of the five calories proposed for each 8-ounce serving, seeing as how honey is a fairly high caloric sweetener, I figured I'd give it a go anyway. So after receiving the tea, I mixed it up per the instructions and took a sip. Yowzas! The tea was super sweet with a bit of strawberry flavor and no tea that I could taste. I ended up watering the tea down enough that one packet, which is usually two servings, ends up as four or five 8-oz. servings. The berry flavor became very diluted while there was still that taste of icky sweetness. Overall the berry flavors and tea are weak, even undiluted, and I noticed no honey flavor what-so-ever, so took a look-see at the ingredients where I spotted sucralose (an artificial sweetener) thrown right in the middle of things. Now that is where the sweetness is and don't take kindly to that addition, as I avoid artificial sweeteners whenever possible. Seeing as how Lipton is sneakily claiming this is sweetened with honey (And look! NO aspartame!), with no mention that in actuality the sweeteners are honey granules, which are made from both honey and sugar, and sucralose except by viewing the ingredients list, makes me angry because I've been swindled. Yeah, this is natural all right. I'm definitely not going to trust Lipton's marketing from now on and urge them to think about switching to a natural sweetener such as stevia. So if you like your food natural, best to skip this, but if you're not so picky and don't mind artificial sweeteners in your food, then give it a go if you're interested. I'll not be trying any other flavors of this product. 
Not what I would call a cold season tea, Blackberry Vanilla Caffeine Free Herbal Tea from Lipton has a very interesting fruity flavor, more reminiscent of a spring day than the upcoming fall season.The tea has a strong tart side so I would recommend reducing the brew time from the recommended 4 to 6 minutes.  Do not be put off by the deep red color, it makes you think raspberry but that is not the flavor that you will taste.For a change, I brewed four pyramid bags in three cups of water and after it cooled, poured it over a glass of ice.  This is my preferred method of drinking it.  I do not like sugar in my tea, but decided to give it a little whirl.  Something happened with this mix, because I came away with an artificial aftertaste.  If you prefer more of a black tea taste in you iced tea, add an extra Lipton orange pekoe bag.  A perfect combination.Overall, a good product for warm weather drinking, excellent iced and the tart flavor hits the right spot. 
I originally purchase this product to use in my hair as a moisturizer (mixed with water) during my transition of going natural and it works great. It made my hair very soft and easier to manage.  Afterwards I mixed in with my body lotion, and I must say my skin has never felt softer. I purchase the 32 ounce jar for my daughter and now she's hooked. She uses on her and her children's hair and she loves it. THIS PRODUCT IS GREAT! 
Tea isn't a beverage for me, it's an event, starting from boiling the water to when the last drop vanishes down my esophagus. Therefore I usually buy loose leaf as it is less processed, I can see and smell what I'm buying and I can better control the strength of my tea. I first tried this when I obtained a few complimentary bags.On the matter of taste, I find it very good. The Bigelow EG appeared to be very strong in color and taste.Tea bag teas are usually cut very fine so the bags can be packed flat, and because finely cut leaves have more surface area than big leaves, you don't need to steep the tea as long. In fact the instructions say to steep only 1-2 minutes as opposed to the usual 3-4 mins.To me, Earl Grey taste has two components, the tea taste and the bergamot taste, and it takes a lot of skill to blend and make a tea that has a pleasing combination of the two tastes.For example, I've found that Taylors and Harrogate has a mild tea and bergamot taste, Whole Foods loose leaf has a strong bergamot taste, etc. Your run of the mill EG usually has a strong tea taste that overshadows the bergamot and you don't taste it at all. Bigelow has a very strong tea taste, but it doesn't overwhelm the bergamot, which you taste at the end. So I like it very much because I've never had a strong tea that didn't overwhelm the bergamot. And it's definitely not a mild tea, it's very robust and strong. It's not a light handshake, it's a full body hug and kisses on both cheeks when you drink this.In conclusion, if you want a very strongly flavored Earl Grey with a strong tea taste, but also a strong hint of bergamot, this is it. Update: Since I wrote this review, which is 5 years ago, I've often bought this brand and it tastes as good as ever. 
This 6-pack is another great deal from Amazon, especially when purchased on a subscription basis.Bigelow's decaf green tea is smooth and not bitter.  I've found green teas can be easily "burned" if you boil your water before steeping, so be sure to stop heating your water before the boiling point (I just use a Chantal ceramic teapot & heat a cup of water in it in the microwave for just 2 minutes, then steep in a cup--perfect.  I like to sweeten it with a package of Sweet Leaf Stevia==healthy antioxidant heaven & no caffeine!).Also, don't steep any green tea too long--about 3 to 3-1/2 minutes is just right for green tea--otherwise, it WILL be bitter, regardless of brand.I love the fact that these tea bags are individually packaged in foil-lined packs; tea stays fresh and delicious until you're ready to enjoy a cup.  Good quality decaf green tea is really hard to find in my local area; thanks again Amazon! 
Well, first off I should say that I'm not new to tea.  I'm not sure I'd describe myself as a "tea connoisseur" but I'm pretty experienced with tea.  I've tried just about every type of tea out there (white, black, green, herbal, even puerh tea!), and I regularly make my own custom blends using loose leaf herbs and spices.  I'm a pretty big fan of tea, so I naturally jumped at the chance to get some nice chai tea.  I already have my own homemade chai recipes that involve simmering loose spices and adding in milk and sugar, and it's great, but I've always wanted to try some plain chai without the milk.So I got the Higgins and Burk Chai in the mail and decided to brew myself a cup to try out.  I steeped it a full 10 minutes because I steep all my tea for 10 minutes (I suspect a lot of people would find this too strong for their tastes, but that's how I like it).  My first impressions of this tea is that it's pretty weak for a chai style tea.  I felt like the strongest taste was the cloves, and it really could've used stronger notes of ginger and cinnamon.  Not to mention, the black tea portion of it tastes a bit not-so-good to me.  It's difficult to describe, but I'll explain it as best as I can.  I once bought a huge box of cheap crappy pekoe black tea and it tasted terrible.  It was just lacking in good flavor and only tasted of bitter tannins and blandness and nothing else.  This tea is not nearly as bad as that one was, but the black tea portion of it seems to have a bit of that taste to it.  I had my own Assam tea (before I used it all and ran out) and it seemed to taste much better than this - even plain with nothing else in it!  Of course, it could've been because of the source of my teas/spices (I get everything from the mountainroseherbs website); maybe the tea is better from there.  Anyway, the other spices in the tea hide it well enough so it's not a big deal.  I did decide to make my own homemade blend to see how it would turn out using the same ingredients (I used 2 parts black tea, 1/2 part cinnamon, 1/8 part cloves, 1/8 part cardamom, and 1/2 part ginger).  Then I did a side by side taste test using the exact same amount of sweetener.  The Higgins and Burke version is not terrible or anything, but I still think my version won by a small margin.Anyway, if you're a casual tea drinker, this tea will probably be fine for your tastes, and far more convenient than making your own loose-leaf blends.  In addition, if you are the sort who prefers a less spicy chai then this tea would be great!  In the course of further usage, I also discovered that the Higgins and Burke tastes better as an iced tea.  Go figure!  Well, my overall opinion of the Higgins and Burke Black Chai is that it is a decent choice for anyone who wants a mild pleasant chai in a convenient tea-bag option, but I think I'm going to personally stick to my own homemade formula because I love making loose leaf tea blends! 
This tea is perfect as an iced tea (3 bags for 2 quarts) or for a nice cup of hot peppermint tea to settle the tummy or clear your nose/throat.  I love the flavor of it as an iced tea, and that it is purely herbal and caffeine free.  Even though I let the tea bags steep for 20 minutes for my iced tea, they didn't disintegrate or break open. They held up perfectly, even when I squeezed the last drops of tea out.  I'm looking forward to enjoying it over and over again. 
By itself, this tea is very strong and bitter (almost soapy). However, with a little doctoring to include cream and sugar, this is not so bad. I think I would have rated it higher if it tasted better by itself, but it did not. I don't think I would get this type of tea again. 
This Higgins & Burke tea is pretty tasty.  The Lemon Balm, Lemon Grass, and Verbena work well with the green tea, taking away the 'dry' aspects of green tea and making it a bit more 'green leafy' and lemony.I liked it as-is.  Then again, I generally don't add anything to any green tea.  Not sweetener nor milk.I think you're more likely to like this Green Tea mix if you don't set your tastebuds for straight green tea as the overall flavor is radically different.  But if you are looking for something really pleasant to have after dinner, or along with a snack, this might be the thing.Pam T~ 
Normally I prefer plain chips, even though I don't eat them often. The chili lime is pretty good, great with some guacamole. These chips are very crisp, with a strong potato flavor, but also have a slightly burnt taste. 
What can I say, these cookies are yummy! My husband and I loved them. I'm not sure how to describe them: He thinks they're similar to Girl Scout's thin mints but I think they're more like large, crunchy junior mints.They're not healthy for you. Serving size is three cookies and you get 25% of your daily saturated fat. But then, cookies very rarely are healthy right? Indulge! 
I am a tea drinker and love to try new varieties of tea. The Blackberry Vanilla from Lipton is a lovely, naturally decaf tea. I love the Pyramid tea bags and do think they make a difference when brewing herbal teas. Herbal tea (which actually contains no tea at all) generally has larger pieces of the ingredients than traditional black or green teas. The pyramid shape of the tea bag allows those pieces more room to spread through the water so the infusion of flavor is stronger.The Blackberry Vanilla tea is a beautiful purple color which is actually from the hibiscus not the blackberry (although I'm sure the blackberry does contribute some of the color). Despite the name the hibiscus is also the dominate flavor which is true of most herbal infusions. The blackberry and vanilla flavors are undercurrents and I wish these flavors had been a bit more prominent.Overall I enjoyed the Lipton Blackberry Vanilla tea and I'm sure it will be a variety that I will purchase in the future. 
Loved it. Got the box yesterday and have already used 4 teabags... I use each teabag twice. Flavor is very mild, with only a hint of ginger and only a very slight caffeine buzz. I can't speak to its properties that are supposed to help with diet and digestion but from what I know, they should be mildly helpful. I guess that's the theme, mild... no bitterness. Remember, don't pour boiling water into your cup. Let it cool for a minute. Your tea will be better. 
This tea is great. It smells great it taste amazing. It even turns the water a very pretty color. I like my tea with creamer and it goes well with a vanilla. The flavor is not too strong it it perfect for a warm drink. 
Illy's coffee drink has exactly the right balance of sweetness and coffee flavor. Drinking it ice cold on a hot 90 degree day is refreshing.This is a beautiful coal black liquid. The espresso flavor comes through very nicely, good intense coffee flavor, with a hint of tartness. Sometimes I like syrup sweet drinks, but mostly I drink coffee black. I've tried iced coffee before, and generally don't like it. This drink, on the other hand, has just exactly the right hint of sugar sweetness (not sweetener or high fructose corn syrup sweetness). The drink has a good mouth feel, slightly thicker than water with a creamy finish. The aftertaste is surprisingly nice, a good coffee flavor.What I particularly like about this drink, it has an authentic espresso coffee flavor without being masked by heavy cream, milk, or sugar. Compared to any Starbucks drink, this is head and shoulders better. A wonderful cold beverage for the summer. 
I loved the taste and the texture.  The popcorn was fluffy, had just enough caramel and fudge, and was not too sweet.  To submit a proper review, I consumed three 5.3 oz packages during one evening.  I had to be sure; yes this is an item I will be buying.  I also shared them with my family; same review.  I highly recommend this snack item. 
Vitamin Squeeze Energy drink is a concentrated fruit punch flavored water additive.  The taste is very similar to Kool Aid. The Vitamin Squeeze is a nice change of pace and can really spruce-up tap water.  Vitamin Squeeze is also very good at masking any chlorine-taste that tap water sometimes has.The only word of caution I have about this product is that a little bit goes a long way.  It is fairly difficult to control portion size.  The bottle claims that it contains 24 servings, but I found that a natural squeeze-serving gave me about 12-14 servings.  It is very easy to squeeze too hard.That said, there are zero sugars, zero calories and a host of vitamins and minerals (especially vitamin C).  With all the positive health benefits of vitamin C and none of the calories of juices, the Vitamin Squeeze is a good product. 
I am not a big fan of the traditional Butterfinger bars, because I find the peanut butter entirely too crisp for my liking. However, I really like this product. I find that the chocolate is incredibly creamy, and the peanut butter center is not as crisp as a traditional Butterfinger bar, but creamier with just enough "Butterfinger crunch" to add interest.I like how they are packed. Unlike competing peanut butter cups, there are no paper wrappers around the candy. The candy is simply formed in the shape of a cup. I like this because it's less packaging and requires less effort to unwrap and consume.I consider this product a treat -- a candy product, after all. So I'm not going to belabor the nutritional value of the product. However, I am surprised that the entire package only clocks-in at 230 calories, which makes it ideal for an afternoon pick-me-up. I wouldn't eat these every day, of course, but a couple times a week wouldn't be too bad.These were a great surprise, and I recommend them if you enjoy peanut butter cups...or Butterfinger bars...or both. 
The Fischer & Wieser Mango Ginger Habanero Sauce does add flavor and sweetness to food. I think it has a good balance of sweetness and doesn't overpower the food,  but I love sweet sauces - that's just me. :)It is different, and I like to try new sauces, and I will purchase it again. 
Like any food product, your opinion of the product will depend on your taste preferences and also your expectations.  I think if the product were closer to my expectations I would have ranked it higher.The cookies are thin and crispy.  It says that on the package, but I had expected something a bit different.  There is simply not that much fruit in the cookies.  I think the best way you could describe the fruit would be to call it very small chips or pieces of fruit.  You get a hint of fruit but not enough to really satisfy any real desire for the fruit.  I suspect the name "Newtons" and the fact that it has figs lead me to expect a taste somewhat like a Fig Newton.  The cookies taste nothing like the soft, fig laden Newtons I am used to.The cookies are not that sweet.  There is a strong taste of honey but they remind me more of an English Tea Biscuit than a cookie.The package has resealable clasps on the end which makes opening and resealing the package easy and it keeps the cookies fresh.There is nothing wrong with the taste.  In fact they cookies taste very good.  But if I want the taste of figs, I would prefer Fig Newtons.I cannot know your taste preference and I would suggest that my taste is probably different than yours.  Therefore if you understand that the cookies are thin and crisp, not too sweet and with just the hint of figs, you will probably be pleased with them.  If you are looking for a softer, sweet cookie with lots of figs, this will disappoint you. 
My favorite tea isYogi Green Tea Mint Garden, which is just green tea and some mint.  It's great.  So, with an opportunity for a new, somewhat similar type of tea, I was excited that it sounded almost like a cross between Chai Tea and their own Mint Garden.  And I wasn't disappointed.To me, this tastes like a cross between their Mint Garden tea andOregon Chai, Original.  It's not sweetened by itself (OK, maybe a little with the Stevia leaf, but it's a very robust tea that has all the mint, plus all the spiciness of chai teas.  Overall, the taste is excellent.The only downside I can think of is somewhat personal:  I enjoy drinking tea at nighttime, and this contains a fairly hearty code of caffeine:  just under a cup-of-coffee amount.  So, this tea is perfect for everything, except nighttime drinking.Would recommend. 
The beverage has a really delicious spiced smell.  However, just a sip made my entire mouth feel stung.  The sensation faded to a tingle and finally passed, but for me, this drink is too strong.  The taste was fine, just not the sensation.  A second sip was all to similar to the first and so I passed on the rest of the cup. 
This tea is very good.  It has a spicy & sweet taste without any sugar!  I cannot believe that it is available online at such a great price, too! 
When I opened the first pouch for the Ginger Pu'erh Tea Bags by Numi, the aroma was a bit off putting with an odor that seemed slightly bitter and earthy.  However, when brewed, it was surprisingly sweet and soothing and one of the most delicious teas I have tried.  Its purported health benefits (antioxidants, aid in digestion, energy with a lower amount of caffeine, etc.) are overshadowed by what is a great flavor.  Often teas alleged to have health benefits taste terrible or have no real flavor.  This one makes a great tea to have with meals.  It is easy to see why Pu'erh tea was a favorite of Chinese emperors. 
Pu'erh is an odd tea.  The smell is very mild, in fact you'll need to purposely put your nose close to your cup in order to get a scent but when you do it's mildly unpleasant...a bit like rotting garbage unfortunately.  The tea doesn't taste bad.  I can't think what to equate the flavor with.  I've heard others describe it as smoky so maybe that's apt.  I might have used the word muddy or earthy especially when describing the aftertaste.  There are no bright notes.  It's very mild and smooth tasting both on its own and when honey and milk are added.  I'm left with a neutral reaction.  Perhaps this is one of those tastes that gradually appeal more with greater exposure? 
These got a mixed review at my house.  My hubby is not a chocolate fan and he thought these were quite good.  I love chocolate and thought these were so-so. The candy is creamy and smooth with the caramel swirls blended in at the same consistancy as the chocolate so there's no problem with caramel sticking to your teeth.  On the other hand, the chocolate is overly sweet, kind of waxy and doesn't have a very rich flavor.  I might buy these on impulse if they were on sale but they aren't good enough to be considered worth the calories on most days. 
I am a raw vegan with a heavy load of health issues, including Celiac Disease and food allergies. I but rarely eat commercially prepared snack/nutritional bars because typically they don't meet my dietary requirements. I much prefer the nutritional bars I prepare myself but being chronically ill and disabled, I don't always feel well enough to go through the effort. But living in hurricane country on the Gulf coast of Florida, I do like to have some kind of food bar on hand in my hurricane pantry along with my other emergency supplies.I was excited to findPure Bar Organic Chocolate Brownie, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)and have not been disappointed in the least. First of all, PURE meets all my dietary requirements for food bars: it must be organic; it must be raw; it must be vegan; it must be gluten free; it must not contain GMOs, preservatives, soy, refined sugar or trans fat; it must taste good.These chocolate brownie bars are the best! I agree 100% with reviewer Tennyson E. Stead who stated so well that these are the "closest thing I've ever experienced to eating a brownie fresh from the oven in a packaged food."  Really!  A brownie doesn't get better than this! The Pure Bars are small but dense and quite satisfying although I could easily eat two at a time. They are moist, chewy, naturally sweet and have no added sodium. The chocolate is rich and not compromised by carob, the fruits are flavorful and sweet, the nuts fresh tasting. All the flavors are bright and nicely balanced without a trace of rancidity or moldiness, a problem I've experienced with other bars, particularly Larabar.The Pure Bar label is easy to read and contains all the nutritional information I like to see. I'm happy too that PURE Bar is certified organic and a supporter of the Celiac Disease Foundation.I am definitely going to stock up onPure Bar Organic Chocolate Brownie, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)on a regular basis because I indulge in them often, not just during hurricane season! Amazon's Subscribe and Save Program is THE way to go too!  I am also signed up forPure Bar Organic Wild Blueberry, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)andPure Bar Organic Cherry Cashew, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)which are also wonderful.  But hands down,Pure Bar Organic Chocolate Brownie, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)is my favorite and I love it best! 
Numi Organic Pu-Erh Ginger Tea has a very mild ginger flavor, but the more you sip the tea, the more the flavor builds. It tried it first without sweetening, and the taste was not bitter. I then added a spoon of sugar, my normal way to drink hot tea, and the taste was very pleasant. However, with my second cup, I added honey and lemon juice, and then the tea became delightful and soothing. Very relaxing and comforting after a hard day at work. I drink coffee and tea every day, and I look forward to finding new varieties to enjoy. Numi Tea has an admirable mission statement: "Numi inspires well-being of mind, body and spirit through the simple art of tea. Our company is rooted in the principle of creating a healthful product that nurtures people and honors the planet. With all of our company initiatives, we strive to foster a healthy, thriving global community while bringing you the purest, best-tasting organic tea." The tea is certified organic, claims many health benefits, the tea bags are biodegradable, and the boxes are made with recycled materials. The Ginger Tea is a pleasant cuppa, and I will definitely try other varieties of Numi Tea. 
I have tried more than 6-7 lipton flavors and each one of them is good in its own way.  Each of them have pure all natural ingredients.It is very relaxing and definitely worth trying.  I typically alternate between different flavors. 
This chocolate is only 54% cocoa solids. Given that many of the better bittersweet or dark chocolates have 65-80% cocoa solids, that gives a lot of room for other ingredients, which in this case is sugar.  Although being organic, you get the high falutin sounding "evaporated cane juice", which is, of course, sugar.  Although the chocolate flavor is good, this bar is on the sweet side.  So if you are looking for something stronger or with a sharper edge, you should avoid this one.  However, if you have a sweet tooth, and want a good fruity chocolate flavor, this chocolate would be to your liking. 
I am very impressed that there isn't any type of sweetener or salt in this Baby Gourmet Organic baby food.  It is surprisingly difficult to find baby food without salt and some type of sugar.  The ingredients in this formula are:  Organic pear, organic broccoli, organic spinach, ascorbic acid, organic lemon juice concentrate.The packaging lists it as 2 servings, but I think most babies can/will eat the entire package.  This is not always the case, though, so the twist on/off lid makes it very convenient for storing in the refrigerator.  The one thing I don't like is that it's difficult to see/feel if you've really gotten all of the food out of the pouch.  The food is quite expensive, and I don't like the thought of not being able to get every little drop out of the packaging.All in all, this is a great food -- tastes great, has wonderful ingredients, doesn't have unnecessary additives, and is very convenient. 
I love to have meal bars in my purse because they are great when I don't have time to stop and eat a snack (and might otherwise reach for fast food).  However, many of them have long ingredient lists or leave something to be desired in flavor.  These Pure bars address this completely.  Much like the Lara bars they have a short list of minimally processed ingredients.  If you're tried of bars with lots of additives or ingredients you cannot pronounce you will likely find this refreshing.  The taste is also pretty decent.  Granted, it's all a matter of personal preferences, but I find these okay to eat.  It's not something I would excitedly eat over dessert, but i's definitely palatable and reminds me of a blueberry muffin.  If you've tried the Lara bars I would say the flavor and consistency are very similar.  That said, they are definitely not as tasty or texturally appealing as the bars that have more ingredients (i.e. Odwalla or Luna).  Of course, it's all about making tradeoffs so if a long ingredient list doesn't bother you, you may prefer the other two brands.  However, if you're looking for somehting with a short ingredient list that is raw, vegan, gluten-free, or certified organic this is a good choice.The bottom line is this.  I personally think it's hard to make a bar with only a few ingredients that are all natural that tastes as good as the more processed bars, but overall this one does a pretty good job. 
Flavor: It has a reasonably bold flavor, which I like (I find k-cups are often weak in flavor relative to what you'd get at a coffee shop for instance).  And it doesn't have a much acidity or after taste - clean finish.  I wouldn't call it complex or particularly interesting - just a good basic coffee.Packaging - regular box.  Would have preferred a perforated top that can store in the cabinet without pulling it out to get the kcups. 
As we've all seen, there are numerous energy drinks out there. Many of them are loaded with artificial chemicals. For those who are interested in something more natural, Nestle has released this drink and you should consider it.As far as the ingredients go, they are all natural (with the exception of added carbonation which isn't a big deal). The first ingredients are apple juice and lemon juice so that should tell you something. No artificial colors or flavors. If you like apple juice, this one tastes pretty good. It's not a strong apple flavor as there is no added sugar other than what occurs naturally in the apple juice.As far as energy? What can I say? It works. Charged me right up and I didn't crash afterwords which is nice. The cans are 90 calories each which is from the natural sugar in the apple juice. Of course, this means you shouldn't drink half a dozen of these in a day as those calories will rise pretty quickly. All in all, this is a great, natural energy drink that won't drain you after two hours. 
When I have a choice of potato chips I always choose a thick cut kettle cooked chip like these ones. Locally we have a company that does this type like very well, but Kettle brand chips are always a close second favorite.The Sriracha flavor of this one is very close to the real thing, but a bit more mild. I didn't expect to be able to finish the bag with a real Sriracha heat, but I didn't have a problem with these.Overall the chips are tasty, they have very nice potato flavor and a great crunch! I like the bag size also as it satisfies my chip craving without eating too many. 
It's very tasty but very high in calories. I use a little in my yogart instead of a bowl of cereal; because of the calories. The ingredients are healthy, lots of good stuff.The recommended serving size is only 1/3 cup and that's 130 calories before the milk. it has 3.5g of unsaturated fat, 5g fiber but only 6g of sugar; it's loaded with carbs 22g and only 20g of sodium. It's whole grains (oats, brown rice, buckwheat,amaranth, millet, quinoa) flax seed, cane juice, canola, molasses, cinnamon, sea salt with added vitamin E, chicory root,and it's glutten free 
The color of the bar isn't appetizing; however, the taste is pleasant though a little too nutty for my preference.  I have organic products in the past...and well...this definitely superior to those..this one actually tasted good....many of the others left a cardboard sensation with a nasty medicinal aftertaste.  This one did not.  No added sugar as far as I can tell.  The kids didn't like it because it wasn't sweet enough...but isn't that the point of being organic...getting away from processed sugars and stuff. 
First, I am not a HUGE cookie fan. I tend to like savory or salty snacks, or cake. But I do love chocolate and peppermint patties (York,or the former "After Eight" thin mints)/ These cookies were a pleasing surprise for me, because it combines both, while leaving the cookie moist and flavorful. Some cookies that include mint, are just a little too dry for me. Since there is actual peppermint filling, as opposed to just peppermint-flavored cookie, I liked these cookies very much. I gave these cookies a 4/5 due to the texture and flavor based on my tastes. If the chocolate was a tad sweeter I may have given them a 5. Overall, a fun, refreshing and different snack-give them a try! 
Not what I would call a cold season tea, Blackberry Vanilla Caffeine Free Herbal Tea from Lipton has a very interesting fruity flavor, more reminiscent of a spring day than the upcoming fall season.The tea has a strong tart side so I would recommend reducing the brew time from the recommended 4 to 6 minutes.  Do not be put off by the deep red color, it makes you think raspberry but that is not the flavor that you will taste.For a change, I brewed four pyramid bags in three cups of water and after it cooled, poured it over a glass of ice.  This is my preferred method of drinking it.  I do not like sugar in my tea, but decided to give it a little whirl.  Something happened with this mix, because I came away with an artificial aftertaste.  If you prefer more of a black tea taste in you iced tea, add an extra Lipton orange pekoe bag.  A perfect combination.Overall, a good product for warm weather drinking, excellent iced and the tart flavor hits the right spot. 
I have been drinking a lot of green tea, every day, for about 8 years, when I heard that it might help with allergies. I have terrible dst/pollen allergies which manifest as an itchy throat and uncontrollable cough, and have never found anything to control it. And green tea works.Lipton regular green tea is good, and with the blackberry and pomegranate flavors added, this is a super good-for-you and a super delicious drink. I drink it hot and cold. Try it with a little honey!!! 
I just tried this Puroast Low Acid Coffee and from first impressions the coffee is very nice and the low acid nature helps with the sour-y aftertaste that I generally experience when drinking black coffee.I tried the coffee several different ways; black , with cream & sugar, and even with condensed milk.  The coffee was made in aKeurig B-70 B70 Platinum Single-Cup Home Brewing Systemwith the my Solofill Cup, Refillable K-Cup For Keurig K-Cup Brewers, Red k-cup filter that allows me to use the coffee of my choice.  In all instances I filled the my k-cup to the brim of the filler pod and gently tapped but not tamping the grounds.  the water temperature is set to the max (which i believe is about 208 F) and made the largest serving available.  This is how I usually drink my coffee in the morning whether in a my k-cup or using the disposable kcups so its the best for me to judge the difference.Even in the largest serving, the coffee is still plenty bold and has great aroma and body.  I generally avoid drinking black coffee because of that acidic aftertaste that I don't particularly like.  That is the reason that I generally use both cream and sugar.  With this low acid blend, I can definitely drink this black if that's what I'm in the mood for. 
The best thing about this mint-mocha coffee is that the flavor is more subtle than in a lot of flavored brews.  I generally drink my coffee black and enjoy even the cheapest brands, so I'm not looking for added flavors to overwhelm the basic taste.  This one is mild but still distinctive.On the other hand, at $2 a pod I'd never buy it for myself.  We'll finish this sample and then not ever purchase it. 
This version of the water flavor enhancer has too little flavor for too much money.  My husband took half of the bottle to work with him to use during his breaks.  He said he used the entire half bottle in one regular bottle of aquafina water.  It gave it so little flavor it just made it undrinkable.  I would buy other flavors of the MIO but not this one! 
This is the first time I've used this brand.  It appears to be the same as other brands I've tried (Trader Joe's and Harvest something?), and they all seemed about the same to me - I never had two side-by-side to do a taste or cooking test, but using them one after the other, I was unable to distinguish between them.I know the Trader Joe's brand was half the price of the first brand we tried, but I don't remember how their price compares to Viva Labs.My mother-in-law, who happened to be here when we opened the Viva Labs jar, said it was far more coconut flavored than the brands she has tried.  For some things, I'd count that as a positive, but most recently, we made home-made Magic Shell, and the coconut flavor was a bit too strong for putting on flavored ice creams.But, in short, next time I go to buy a jar, I'll check this brand out and see how it compares price-wise with what I get locally.Note: I was given this jar by the manufacturer in exchange for a review (whether positive or negative). 
I really liked these.  The apple and cinnamon flavors are mild and natural-tasting, and the texture of the crackers is very good.  They're not as crumbly as regular graham crackers -- perhaps because of the added oats.  While I used this package just for snacking, I think I'll try making a cheesecake crust with my next package.  I think it will add a delicious "kick" to the crust. 
The tea has a nice spice flavor, medium dark reddish brown coloring, and light aroma.  I did not find the tea to be as spicy as some other brands, but it was delicious none the less. 
I got theses yesterday, tried a couple, and put them out on the counter. Everyone in the house has been grabbing one as they walk by. There are only three left.These cookies are light,crispy and flavorful. They're just sweet enough to satisfy without loading you up with sugar.These are a winner. I'm going to snag one of the last ones now while I have a chance. 
I got into herbal teas a few years ago and went crazy, trying many different flavors.  I eventually realized that there were two general classes of teas: those padded with hibiscus and rose hips, and those more pure (less flowery) in flavor.  Lipton Blackberry Vanilla falls into the former category, with an immediate taste and fragrance of rose.  If you drink herbal teas, you likely already know if this is a good or bad thing to you.  Otherwise, the color is dark and beautiful, and the blackberry flavor is pronounced and good.  The vanilla is appropriately subtle.Whether sweetened or straight, I found this tea very pleasant and soothing.  If you don't mind eating a bouquet, it will likely please you too. 
It is nearly impossible to get my teenager to drink water, so these Mio flavor enhancers are a lifesaver in our house! I personally prefer the peach tea one because it has a more natural flavor, and I think this one is a bit sharp on the throat if you use enough to get a good flavor (not really a burning sensation but you feel it, if that makes sense). My younger son doesn't like them at all because he feels they're either too weak and they bother his throat if he makes it strong enough. We now have five flavors in the house to give my teenager variety and to keep him drinking water. They are definitely worth a try, as each person will have individual tastes. 
I'll confess I've never heard of the Pu'erh tree, and since I am an herbal tea, rather than a black tea drinker, I had some reservations about whether I would like this because I was afraid it would taste too much like black tea.  I'm pleased to report it does not.  It has a unique flavor that I really don't know how to describe.  The box describes it as "earthy" and that's as good a description as any.  The other flavor it is infused with is ginger.  It was the addition of the ginger that prompted me to try this as I love the flavor of ginger, so I was disappointed to find that I can neither smell nor taste any ginger in this tea.What I like about it is that those are the only two ingredients: Pu'erh and Ginger, both organic.  You can't get purer than that, and I like that there are no hidden ingredients I have to worry about.  While the flavor is earthy, it is not strong, even when I leave the tea bag in to steep while drinking the tea. 
I find it sometimes bemusing to write reviews on tea, this being my second or third review of various teas. However, that said, I am no expert conesour when it comes to tea so my review is completely from a layman's perspective. This tea is nice with a strong hint of fruitiness. It is not bitter and does not leave a filmy aftertaste in your mouth like some do. Overall, it is pleasant to drink and, given all the benefits of green tea, I highly recommend this as something a little different if you enjoy green tea. thanks. 
Whew! These things... man, these things are delicious.If you like white chocolate, buy these. At the price (a quarter a pop) they're well worth it.The white chocolate shell on these is soft, sort of flexible. Inside is a white chocolate filling that is DELICIOUS. Several guests have tried these, and it's fun watching their eyes go wide when the flavor hits. These make for a decadent treat and look really classy left in a bowl for guests. Of all the individually wrapped bonbons or truffles I've had, I think these are my favorite. The white chocolate really is just so luxurious and delicious.FIVE STARS! 
I'm a big chile head.I fancy myself as a connoisseur of hot chiles, an aficionado of hot stuff, if you will. Let's say it right off the bat, this sauce is not that hot. Considering that the chile ingredient is Habanero, which is a 10 on the hot temperature scale, I was quite surprised. I grow many different type of chiles, including Habaneros and use them for cooking, sauces etc. The Habanero is very difficult to work into a sauce. even a salsa because it is so hot and dominate. Not so with this  sauce. There is just a taste of heat, mostly as an afterburner that hardly effects the overall taste.The fusion of exotic ingredients creates new flavors that work quite nicely. So if you think this might be too hot, fear not, it is just very tasty. It is an excellent grilling sauce. It works well with fish and chicken best but do not limit your choices. Anything that you want to perk up will benefit from this delicious sauce. I recently ran out of my favorite New Mexico chile honey for my breakfast toast(I told you I was a chile head)so after reading the ingredients of this sauce I decided to spread some on my toast. It was an outstanding flavor for the toast, with just a hint of heat. The first two listed ingredients are sugar and honey so you see it is actually rather sweet. Another use for this sauce I tried, that is a little unconventional too, but not for a chile head though, is to mix it in a soft cheese,like goat cheese. Try this spread over crackers for a real treat. Anyway, I thought I would just throw in a few suggestions that I tried this flavorful sauce on that you might try. I highly recommend this sauce to spice up your life! 
I don't care if it is just juice concentrate, reconstituted with carbonated water instead of plain water -- the stuff tastes good!  The carbonation makes it taste nice and light, instead of super-sweet or -strong like many juices.  As a heartfelt devourer of all things cherry, I really liked this Switch black cherry drink.On the other hand, it was so tasty, so light, so refreshing, that I easily could have knocked down three or four of these SMALL 8.3 ounce cans.  However, seeing as the primary ingredient is (reconstituted) APPLE juice (that's right, NOT cherry!) and the tiny can has 130 Calories of sugars (natural to the juice, I'm sure, but still) - it is probably a good thing the can is so small, or I'd have had 500 calories just like that!  Even Coke only has about 100 calories per 8 ounces!Anyway, Switch tastes awesome.  When I get more, I want to try it as a mixer with vodka.  And I wish the flavor was a little bit more cherry and less apple/grape. 
This aromatic tea is pure pleasure - spicy, fragrant and relaxing, while at the same time being an ideal first-tea-of-the-day wake-up. Its warming tones mellows out any irritations you might wake up to and the scent of the tea as it steeps is heavenly. The only drawback is the fact that it only has 16 bags in the box!! This could easily become a fixation tea for me, if I wanted to totally break away from all the other great teas in my collection. A truly wonderful addition to my tea pantry, and one I plan on keeping in stock. 
I was pleasantly surprised by this drink.  It really doesn't have any added sugar, and the flavor is very natural.  The carbonation is light, so if you're looking for something with a lot of kick, this might not suit you.  But I think it compliments the fruit flavor nicely.Two things took me aback:  First, that the can was just a bit over 8oz, which is small for those of us used to normal-size carbonated beverage cans.  And second, in spite of having no added sugar, it's really quite sweet.  I found it almost too sweet for my taste.It's a nice change from soda, but given the amount you get for the price, I don't think it's a great deal. 
OK, let me start out by saying that I love nuts and none more so than cashews. Whenever there is a bowl of them at a party, you will find me nearby happily munching away. And so when I saw that these cashews came “lightly roasted with natural sea salt and a hint of pepper,” let’s just say that I was intrigued.I got the canister of the nuts (I like the new packaging that Emerald has come up with), I cracked it open and poured out a handful for inspection. What I noticed right off the bat was that there wasn’t a hint of black pepper on these nuts, there was a shout! That’s right, at least with the nuts I got, there was more pepper on the nuts than salt.Never one to turn my back on cashews I started munching. As other reviewers have said, the taste of pepper was very strong, making eating them an entirely new experience. Depending on what you are drinking, these hot little nuts might really do it for you. But, when my entire family had gathered around it was found that I was the only one who found them to be edible. They are quite different and quite interesting, but they are definitely not for everyone.So, while my family gives them a firm thumbs down, I give them a guarded thumb’s up. Are they terrible, ruined cashews? I don’t think so...just know what you are getting. 
I brewed the Gevalia Dark Chocolate Truffle coffee both in a Cuisinart automatic brew coffee maker and a french press. I followed the instructions on the package - 1 rounded tablespoon for each 6 ounce cup of coffee. I found the same taste results with both methods. I like a good cup of black coffee but am not fanatical about it. I do grind fresh bold or medium body beans each morning and use filtered water to prepare the pot.As someone who usually adds a little espresso or instant espresso powder to most chocolate recipes I know this flavor combination is a wonderful marriage. Depending on the percentage of espresso to chocolate, the result is either a deep mocha flavor with the coffee playing a major role, or a small addition will result in complex chocolate flavor with no obvious coffee component.  Unfortunately, with the Gevalia Dark Chocolate Truffle coffee the merger of coffee and chocolate adversely affected both the coffee and the chocolate flavor.There is a definite aftertaste from the artificial flavor, and the coffee itself is bitter and acidic. I do not know if the artificial flavor affected the coffee or the coffee is bitter and acidic on its own but, after each sip I had an involuntary puckering reaction, not my lips, but the inside of my cheeks as if I was consuming something containing acetic acid, like vinegar, not that it tasted like vinegar - it didn't.  The flavor was remarkably unpleasant, and when the cup cooled off, it tasted worse. Even the aroma while brewing smelled artificial.The other reviewers who mention how greatly improved the flavor became once cream was added is an indication of a consistent problem.  I love the taste of coffee and like it unadorned - no cream or sugar. I only add cream if I am in a restaurant and the coffee doesn't taste good. I use the cream to doctor-it-up in hopes of salvaging some of the flavor and masking the poor aspects whether caused by bitterness or coffee that's been sitting in the pot too long.  This coffee is no exception, the cream vastly improved the drinkability, but the action is akin to smearing butter on a day old roll. Underneath it is still a stale roll, and although the butter tastes delicious, it would not be accurate to call the combination a buttery delight.On the positive side, flavored coffees are usually light body and the Gevalia is definitely medium body. The packaging is quite attractive and the name is clever, but in the end may work against the product because Dark Chocolate Truffle evokes a clear taste profile for most people and the coffee doesn't live up to the name. I am rating the coffee three stars instead of less because if the purchaser always uses cream in their coffee, many of the taste issues I encountered should be if not resolved, at least mitigated. 
I like the texture of these chips.  They are lighter and crisper and less dense/hard than typical tortilla chips and therefore much kinder to the interior of my mouth.  These chips remind me of Bugles, not in shape but in texture.  To me the chili lime version is too spicy hot but my daughter and son in law don't agree.  We all liked the ranch flavor, both straight from the bag and with hummus.  The chips are good and I appreciate that they have less fat and fewer calories.  But they are not so great that I would go out and buy more. 
I'm trying my first bar of PURE Organic Cherry Cashew Raw Fruit and Nut Bar as I type this. The package contains all vital information including ingredients, and a list of all the positive things it has in it (rich in Omega 3's, etc.) as well as a list of what it does not have (like gluten, diary, soy, transfats, etc.).  The bar itself is dark brown and fairly soft. As I bite into it, the texture is pleasing and right away I can see a few small bits of nuts and dates.  The taste is pleasing, with tart cherries balancing the taste of dates.  Fortuantely, there is no "sawdust" feel as I swallow, just a bit of grainyness that you might expect from a healthy raw fruit and nut bar.  All in all, a very pleasant and tasty experience. 
This back to nature cereal with summer berries was delicious but gone in 2 1/2 bowls.  Maybe I have really bigbowls?  It has an excellent flavor, much better than other cardboard varieties and the berries seemed real, notrubbery.  Flakes soaked up milk quickly and weren't scratchy.  Just right amount of sweetness unless you are addicted to sugar.  Didn't have that dry musty taste of high fiber cereals. 
Initial responses:Sight - looks like a green tea in color. Realize that there are solid chunks in the drink (I think it might be the aloe). I like the fact that all the ingredients are recognizable. I think the only thing that might be acting as a preservative is the citric acid.Smell - floral and citrus - smells really good.Feel - the chunks are noticeable in the mouth when drinking. Somewhat difficult to drink as the chunks either get stuck in my teeth and block the flow of tea (not joking) or get stuck on the outside of my mouth. Otherwise refreshing.Taste - The chunks are like little explosions of flavor. I am fairly certain that the chunks are aloe vera. The green tea taste is distinct but not overpowering. The passion fruit flavor gives this a very floral taste. Sweet to the taste. Leaves a lingering bitterness/tartness after drinking. Somewhat unpleasant.Overall impressions:This is a relatively low calorie (80) and somewhat refreshing drink. However, the amount of sugar within (and this is a considerable factor) and the related taste associations keep me from giving this more stars. This drink has 19g of sugar, the equivalent of about 1 1/3 tablespoon. It is the second ingredient listed. Granted, some of the sugars may come from the Aloe Vera (or even perhaps the passion fruit flavor?). But based on the Mayo Clinic's analysis of 2010 Dietary recommendations, by having this one drink you've already had over 1/9 of your daily recommended sugar for men, and over 1/6 for women. This is a little disconcerting, in my opinion. When you look at something (especially like tea, and aloe, and passion fruit) like this drink, you think of things that are generally healthy. There's just so much sugar in this that it becomes difficult for me to give this a more positive review.I think that the only redeeming aspect of this is that the calories are not ALL empty calories (like a soda) as you're assumedly getting antioxidants from the green tea - but why not just drink green tea in that case? 
I loved these savory teas. Granted, I've not tried other brands, so I've no comparison. I thought each of the flavors was clear and strong--though I steeped mine quite longer than the recommended 10 minutes. At the recommended time, the flavor was just piquing. Letting them go about twice that brought them to a fullness I enjoyed.I take mine with just a pinch of salt, enough to enhance both the savory and sweet notes, and the flavors were delicious. I will definitely buy these again, and will keep my eye out for other combinations. 
Very pleasant tea-drinking experience indeed from beginning to end.From the start, the tea bags are quite exotic and classy looking.The aroma of the tea as it steeps is "berry" mild, while the color is vibrant!The flavor of the tea is quite powerful even with very little sweetner added.  My husband Patrick & I enjoyed the experience immensely.One caution, since the color is so vibrant, be careful of staining opportunities. 
It is a perfect cup of tea to replace a soup. I drink it hot with a sandwich for lunch or dinner. It has all the savory flavors of the soup without heaviness and calories. 
Numi Teas are the most wonderful teas I've tasted in a long time. I recently became acquainted with them at an event where they were the tea of choice on the dessert table. I used to love Tazo but Numi is my new favorite. First off, as soon as you open the box, the fragrance of the tea hits you. And cardamom has to be one of the most glorious fragrances on the planet. It's a sweet, gentle fragrance that affects my mood and makes me happy. It also tastes good (cardamom, in general, tastes amazing in everything - I wonder why we Americans don't use it more regularly). This tea also has a slightly spicy flavor but not as spicy as say a strong chai tea. I have tried this with a little milk but prefer it without in general.Pu-erh Tea is a tea that is fermented as opposed to oxidized. I believe traditional oolong black teas and green teas are oxidized. Oxidized teas do have a lot of health benefits but apparently, fermented tea also has numerous benefits without the punch of caffeine. Fermented tea is reportedly better for the digestive process than oxidized teas but I don't know what the science really is on that.Delicious, richness in a cup. Price is a bit high but it really is a lovely tea. Maybe as a treat. 
This is a very good tasting granola. The almonds in the "banana nut" flavor are very hard, so if this is not a problem go for it and try it out! The cost is high for such a small amount of granola and it doesn't last long even buying it in bulk packages of pack of six in 12 ounce packs. It's all natural which is good, but for the cost I think it would be worth the time to buy the ingredients yourself to save some money. 
Taste? Ok. The strawberry and banana flavors weren't bad, but there is an acidic bite to the drink as well. Tastes like Red Bull mixed up with Hawaiian Punch.Healthy? Naw. 20 grams of sugar. All natural ingredients . . . but I doubt it is any healthier than your average soda.Energy? Yep. Same caffeine as a cup of coffee.Overall: If you want to wake up in the morning without drinking coffee or Diet Coke, this could be your drink of choice. The flavor is not great, but its comparable with the other energy drinks out there and you will get your caffeine fix. 
Compared to other teas, this has a light spicy flavor. I tried it after a large meal and it did help the food digest. It is a pleasant way to end a meal. No need to add sugar to this tea. It does not have the deeply bitter taste of most black teas. Will be buying this and other Puerh brands from now on. 
I am an avid black tea drinker. And while I've had unflavored pu'eh tea, I've found that it tastes rather like dirt. It is very well suited, though, to be the base of a flavored tea. And that is why I wanted to give this a try.First, the good. The spicing is absolutely appropriate. I've had some 'chai' teas that are WAY over-flavored. This tea's spice is great. The cardonon is very flavorful without being overpowering.But I must say that I was expecting a more robust tea all around (pu'eh may taste like dirt on its own, but it is a pretty full-flavored tea). Even though the spice was decent, the pu'eh seemed very weak as a 'base' in this tea. So, the taste is spice and nothing behind it.I was also amazed that this tea is packaged as 'higher caffeine' because I wouldn't have known that from drinking the tea. IF there is more caffiene in here than in my customary Irish or Scottish Breakfast, I couldn't tell.So, there you have it; a 3 star tea. That may just say more about my personal taste for robust and strong teas, but if you have similar preferences, this tea may not be your cup ot tea. 
I have been trying Viva Labs #1 Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil in several recipes the last two weeks.  It has enhanced each one of them like no other coconut oil I have used in the past.  The flavor explosion that came through when used in a spicy shrimp and spaghetti dish was wonderful.  I used it to make a coconut and lemon rub for a baked chicken that seemed to come out with extra juice.  Even the gravy made from the drippings had a hint of coconut to compliment it.In addition, I used a small amount in an oil warmer.  It allowed the room to have a tropical smell for hours and made for a peaceful setting.  Aside from the Young Living essential oil line, this seemed to have the longest and most pungent aromatic quality to it.  As long as the price becomes reasonably close to other brands, Viva Labs has a winner on their hands! 
I got a package of these to review for the Amazon Vine program.  I'm not normally a big fan of these add to water drinks.  But, this one is really good. It's not as much green tea as it is mango and pineapple. If you're a tea lover, you might not like this so much. It's very fruity.  I like the fact that it's not all artificially sweetened even though it does contain an artificial sweetener.  At least there is some honey in it.  I would definitely buy these.  I couldn't keep them away from my daughters and my wife. 
Since I am a fan of flavored coffee, particularly coffee flavored with natural ingredients, I knew I had to try this coffee. As soon as I opened the package to brew a pot, my kitchen smelled of hints of vanilla (my four year old son even asked me if I was baking something).  If anything, the aroma is most satisfying when drinking this coffee, but the taste isn't too strong. In sum, this coffee is good because of its aroma and delicious taste.  I am certainly impressed with Starbucks' new vanilla addition, and I will most definitely continue purchasing this coffee. For a two pack purchase on Amazon, the price is quite reasonable. Bottom line: if you enjoy drinking a nice scented coffee, this one is a must-try! 
This tea has a nice orange aroma to it. The flavor of this tea is somewhat subtle even though I let it steep for several minutes. The color remained pale. I like the pyramid shaped bags of this tea. Besides being cute, the pyramid shape is supposed to help the tea flavors infuse better.While this tea is not bad, as far as orange flavored teas go, I much prefer theBigelow Decaffeinated Constant Comment Tea. 
I loved these savory teas. Granted, I've not tried other brands, so I've no comparison. I thought each of the flavors was clear and strong--though I steeped mine quite longer than the recommended 10 minutes. At the recommended time, the flavor was just piquing. Letting them go about twice that brought them to a fullness I enjoyed.I take mine with just a pinch of salt, enough to enhance both the savory and sweet notes, and the flavors were delicious. I will definitely buy these again, and will keep my eye out for other combinations. 
Practically perfect like Mary herself! Boy these cookies are awesome - it's a good thing I got only one cookie cup - I can see eating these for ten days straight. Very fresh with just the right cookie to fudge ratio.Winner! So much so I gave them out at Halloween! 
The larger percentage of the ingredients in these bars seems to be the fruit, but it is not extremely sweet. The texture reminds me of a thick fruit-roll up with some nuts and other ingredients pressed in to it. The flavor is just okay.  I wouldn't buy them for their flavor but I would if I really needed a fast and healthy gluten-free snack handy. 
If you enjoy flavored coffee and like dark chocolate this is the coffee for you.  The chocolate flavor is super rich.  In fact, for my taste I made the coffee a second time and stronger because at first the chocolate flavor seemed to diminsh any taste of coffee.Strong it makes a very nice espresso and we especially like it for after dinner coffee due to the sweetness.It's not my morning brew but later in the day delish! 
These Peeled Snacks Organic Apple Clusters are a healthy choice if you want something sweet with a good crunch. My wife, two kids (6yo and 3yo) and I all enjoyed this snack. The clusters have a strong apple flavor and are pretty sweet. The flavor is almost exactly that of the Kirkland freeze-dried apple snacks I have purchased from Costco in the past. Organic apple juice is the second ingredient, so it looks like the manufacturer has naturally sweetened this snack. Some may find the sweetness too much, but my family enjoyed them. The clusters are very crunchy. Some may think they are too crunchy. I would purchase these and would like to try other flavors. 
QUICK SUMMARY:  This highly fudgey cookie is addictive and was gobbled up at a party in no time.  However, the cookies themselves are relatively small (just slightly larger than a Thin Mint or Oreo in diameter), and I/we did note a chemical taste not unlike that found inChips Ahoy Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies.  You'll go through a package quickly both because of the deliciousness and that you really only get 15-18 relatively small cookies.  More details follow...PACKAGING:(Note - I received this product through the Vine program and it is possible that packaging will change between the review version and final launch.)The outer wrap is a relatively standard Chips Ahoy pack.  Opening it involves lifting a tab on the front, which reveals three rows of cookies.  While the cookies in my package were intact, I was initially shocked by how much air is in the package.  Nabisco clearly re-used the tray from other cookie products, and these cookies do not fill the space.  As such, they're probably prone to bounce around and crumble if treated poorly in shipment.  The package can be re-sealed by pressing the flap back down and running a finger along the edge to adhere.  The cookies didn't last long enough for me to judge whether the package truly prevents the cookies from becoming stale.  The seal seems a little looser than I'd like.VISUAL IMPRESSION:The cookies look kind of shabby, to be honest.  They don't look like they'd be very chocolaty.  Also, the smaller size is quite striking if you're used to the size of a standard Chips Ahoy.  (This smaller size likely accounts for the large amount of airspace in the packaging.)FLAVOR:I was blown away by the taste of these.  While there is a slight chemical taste, it is the same chemical taste found in any soft-style packaged cookie.  The chemical taste is quickly replaced by an explosion of chocolate.  One guest I shared these with noted that the cookie tasted a S'more minus the marshmallow. (Idea for Nabisco: S'more flavor!)  I was initially concerned that the cookie would be too sweet, but the chocolate filling is kind of dark and semi-sweet which compliments the cookie perfectly.  The cookies are also quite rich, and I found myself satisfied after a smaller quantity of cookies than normal.NUTRITION:Well, it's a cookie.  You shouldn't be expecting a health food here.  It's 150 calories per serving, and a serving is roughly 2 cookies.  That seems fairly calorie-dense to me, but your perception may vary. Each serving has 21g of carbs, with 13g of those coming from sugar.  There's no trans-fats, and the ingredients list sugar, not HFCS, as the main sweetening ingredient.QUANTITY/VALUE:At $4.32 a package, that's roughly 24-28 cents a cookie or around 50-56 cents a serving (2 cookies).  While I didn't pay for this product directly, I have to say that I would not pay over $4 per package for these given the low quantity of cookies.  I'd watch for a sale or lower price. 
This is not the best herbal tea, but it is decent. When hot, it is a bit tart. It tastes a lot better as an iced tea. It also has a pretty red color when brewed. Though it is labeled as blackberry vanilla, I did not taste any vanilla flavor, nor is vanilla listed as an ingredient. You can get better tasting herbal teas elsewhere, but if you are just looking to grab something caffeine free at the supermarket, this is not too bad. It does contain rose hips as the second ingredient which makes a very healthy tea, high in vitamin C.I don't understand the appeal of using mesh bags for teas. They do not filter tea any better than biodegradable paper tea bags. It is also difficult to get them out and squeeze them with a spoon. 
At last a really delicious bread mix that tastes like real bread.  I used coconut oil instead of vegetable oil and added 5 tablespoons of ground flaxseed.  I don't have a bread machine and it was a bit tricky to mix with my old hand mixer but it rose beautifully and baked up perfectly.  The smell of freshly baked bread was wonderful.  We couldn't wait and cut the loaf before it was completely cool.  No problem!  The loaf was moist and tasted like real bread.  Maybe the flaxseed and coconut oil helped.  The bread was fresh for days right up until the last crumb was gobbled up.  Sliced thinly, it makes great toast too.  I'm not a fan of those bean flours and this bread was much better than the others I have tried. 
Izze Sparkling Pomegranate is not too sweet, but it is just as refreshing and fun as sugary soft drinks. The cans are small and stylish, perfect for carrying in your purse or backpack. Kids like it, and the smaller size makes it a more sensible serving.The company is ecologically and socially responsible, too.What's more, this flavor is very nice with a touch of Cointreau for a sophisticated and festive cocktail.An excellent alternative to sodas. 
If you think teas is just for when you are sick, you are saddenly mistakenIf you think decaf tea is "weak", I urge you to try again with the Twinnings Irish Breakfast decaf. This isn't a herbal tea that tastes like your neighbors' old grass clippings. This is real tea.This tea has a rich, strong flavor without bitterness. It has a more robust flavor than Twinning's English Breakfast, which is also quite good. This tea is quite good in the morning as a wake up for those of us who have to avoid caffeine. And of course it's great at night because it doesn't have caffeine to keep you up.I recommend everybody and anybody to try this tea. It is yummy. 
I would have given this a five star but the price kept it down.I drink Lipton iced tea and this tea is great but I thought it was a little to expensive. 
A little smiley sweet-tart candy on a note with a fun design.  That's all these are, and I really like the idea.  The paper is very similar to the quality of those Valentine's Day card packs for children.  The candy is good, if nothing special, and is small enough to even please those on diets.  I think most people would like to find one of these hidden in a lunchbag or desk drawer.  I see complaints that they don't include a tape strip, but that would make it difficult to pop the candy out of the back.  The question is how much these will cost when they go on sale.  Given what they are, I don't think they should ask for much.  It actually makes more sense to me to sell them in 30-packs for a low price, which would be more useful for teachers. 
Savory Tea?  As a person who drinks several cups of tea a day, the concept intrigued me.  I can typically be found drinking English Black Teas (Earl Grey, Darjeeling, English Breakfast) and Chai.  I've been enjoying Numi teas lately because they make an excellentNumi Organic Tea Golden Chai, Full Leaf Black Tea, 18-Count Tea Bags (Pack of 3)and they are one of the few mainstream purveyors ofNumi Organic Tea Emperor's Puerh, Full Leaf Black Tea, 16-Count Tea Bags (Pack of 2), an excellent aged Chinese tea.  In fact, one of my favorite teas right now isNumi Organic Tea Chocolate Puerh, Full Leaf Black Tea, 16-Count Tea Bags (Pack of 2), a wonderful combination of aged Pu-Erh and Chocolate that Numi is marketing.That being said, this is a review for the Numi Savory Tea.  Who would have thought to combine all of these vegetables with tea?  Well, Numi decided to, and here is the result.First, I was surprised the Amazon listing didn't show the kosher symbol like most of the other Numi boxes.  If this is a concern for you, rest assured that these are certified Kosher by Rabbi Reuven Flamer at Natural Food Certifiers, shown as the Apple-K (symbol is on the bottom of the box)  They are also certified as USDA Organic, Non-GMO, Carbon Free, Certified "B" Corporation, and Halal.  Unlike many other organic teas (like Celestial Seasonings), they still individually wrap the tea bags which preserves the flavor and keeps them fresh longer.  The bags are stringless however.I would highly recommend you try a sampler pack before committing to a whole box.  Numi has done an excellent job here, with 2 flavors each of 6 flavors in the sampler pack.  The teas are not just vegetables but include decaffeinated tea as well (two are black, four are green).The black teas are "beet cabbage" and "tomato mint".  Unless you are Dwight Schrute or you grew up on Borscht, you likely have the same feelings towards the smell of beets as me.  It's good for an indicator of acid/base, but not much else.  I brewed it and wasn't surprised I didn't like it.  The Tomato Mint was quite a surprise and very interesting.  I experimented a bit with it, and found that instead of adding Splenda or Honey, adding Salt greatly brought out the flavor.  In fact, it was a bit like a dilute tomato soup, with a kick from the tea and mint.  Maybe I should add some tea to my tomato soups in the future?The green teas are Carrot Curry, Broccoli Cilantro, Spinach Chive, and Fennel Spice.  Of note is that the Broccoli Cilantro actually contains 90% of your daily requirement of calcium and Fennel Mint contains 50%.  So these teas have benefits if you are trying to increase your calcium intake.  The green teas were all pretty good, with each improving with the addition of a bit of salt.  I know it sounds weird to add salt to tea, but trust me, it brings out the flavor.So why only 4 stars?  I have to be honest - I didn't enjoy any of the teas enough to buy them again.  Interesting idea but not my "cup of tea".  But Numi is a class act and if you like this sort of savory tea, then they have done probably the best job possible of packaging and producing vegetable savory teas for a mass market. 
I didn't think I would like this, and I didn't. Now I give it four stars to be fair. FOR a stevia product, I think it's better than most I've had. My husband enjoys the 'taste' of stevia and says this stuff is good. For anyone who hasn't had it, in my opinion, stevia has a sort of "nutrasweety" aftertaste. I don't care for it, but I know others do. If you don't mind stevia flavor, then I think you'll be happy with this. 
This is a very smooth tea that blends in the cardamon flavor very well.  I could not tell much of a demarcation between the flavors, which is a mark of good tea for me.  While the flavors are blended well together, the overall flavor is fairly mild, even with a good amount of steeping.  So while this is better than generic tea, it doesn't quite get to the same level as the flavored loose leaf tea from the local shop. 
The taste of this bar is OK but not that great. I guess it is just a matter of preference. I have tasted other organic fruit and nut bars and they had a lot more flavor. The ingredients are good for you but with not nuch flavor. 
I like hot drinks like coffee & tea, and I like the flavors of lemon and ginger.This drink has a pleasant aroma and a spicy/sweet flavor. The ginger flavor is very strong -- almost like eating a Ginger flavored Altoid. The ginger's spicy flavor lingers in the mouth for a while after each sip.This drink is great for cold days and I bet it'd be super soothing if you had a cold or a sore throat. I may pick some more of this up if I see it at the grocery store. 
Are your children asking for soft drinks, but you don't want them to have all that added sugar?  This is a wonderful alternative.  It's 100% juice with no added sugar.  The sugar comes just from the natural juice.  The carbonation makes it taste just like a black cherry soda.  Also the 8.3 ounce size is ideal for kids or adults who don't want to fill up too much on the typical 12 oz. can of soda.  It's not exactly a health drink and you still want to limit your intake of natural sugars, but it gives you the great taste of a soft drink without artificial additives that you find in most soft drinks.  Also, with this being real juice you do get some vitamins that you don't in regular soft drinks.  The downside for calorie counters is that this 8.3 oz can has about the same calories as a 12 ounce can of soda. 
Numi's cardamom Pu'erh tea has a nice spicy scent, but the smell doesn't carry over to the flavor, which isn't bad, but it is bland and lacking in taste.  From what I've read, I believe Pu'erh tea is supposed to have health benefits, which is always a benefit.I tried this plain and with added lemon and honey, but just didn't enjoy the taste. 
I am always looking for healthy, low calorie snacks, so when I heard about Popchips, I was intrigued.  They are crunchy chips that are not fried, and not baked, but created using heat and pressure to make them pop into being.  Since I love sweet potato chips in general, I thought I would give these a try.The first thing I noticed was the color.  They looked a bit lighter in color to other sweet potato chips I have tried, and I think this is due to them not being fried.  They really looked the same color as fresh, cooked sweet potatoes.  I did not notice any particular smell, other than good old sweet potatoes.  So far so good.In terms of taste, I thought they tasted great.  The chips were nice and crispy, with only a hint of salt, so you really got to enjoy the naturally sweet flavor.  I can really see that these will help satisfy cravings for something crunchy, something salty, something sweet, and especially something that is all three.The texture is definitely not that of a typical potato chip.  They are lighter, crisper, and airy, not as dense as a rice cake, but not as greasy as a typical chip.  All in all, I was really pleased with them.  Someone looking for a healthy replacement, or enjoys other veggie chip type snacks would really like these, I think.  For a die hard chip lover, these would might not satisfy you upon first taste, but give them a couple of chances; personally I loved them.With the snack size bag being 100 calories, I am pretty sold on these as a healthy snack alternative.  This would be a great addition to a sandwich for lunch, or an in-between meal snack.  I am happy to add Popchips to my snack rotation. 
My kids really loved this cookie, perhaps because we don't buy many soft baked cookies. The cookies are moist and soft, with a layer of chocolate in the center. Since it was warm when they tried it, the chocolate (there's a lot of it) easily melted. My kids thought this cookie was great, lots of chocolate! I found them a bit grainy and lacking in texture, making them merely okay. Since I'm not used to soft baked cookies this might just be a personal preference. Overall, it's a cookie; of course it is good! Yet I wish it was just a bit better. Sill, if you enjoy chocolate you might enjoy this. 
I love raspberry anything, and I already was thinking this would be good, not usually a good thing, as my expectations sometimes get the better of me, and then I am let down. Not so in this case. The woodsy taste of this sauce is just right. It isn't overly sweet, and has a nice blend of flavors. As I am a BBQ nut, I used it last week on a piece of venison I had in the freezer. I marinated it for two days and then grilled it up (just missing a very heavy snowstorm...though snow wouldn't stop me). I was pretty impressed with the way the venison came out. It really did a great job taking away any of the gamey taste, without having to use a better wine or brandy (what I used to use). The sweetness was a very nice addition, and well balanced. It was not overly acidic, and the meat was very tender. I have tried this on salmon, and again, I was very happy with the taste. I usually prefer a milder fish like Chillean sea bass, swordfish, tuna, or even fresh cod. This may end up being my new Ketchup (put it on anything and it tastes better). :-) The cost does seem a little high, but really, you get what you pay for, and here, you are paying for quality. I have also tried this as a salad dressing with pistachios and walnuts, feta cheese, spinach, pear slices and lettuce, and it was also great. If you are not allergic, try it, it's a great alternative for tradition mixes and flavorings! 
Right out of the wrapper, this bar doesn't exactly appear appetizing.  Taking a bite of it, though, I found it to be pretty good.  This is definitely not a good snack for anyone with nut allergies, as it's studded with nuts.  If you're not allergic, it may make for a nice snack, if you are not bothered by the following.First off, the primary flavor of this bar comes from the ground dates.  While I could taste the blueberry in it, it was more something that would sneak up on me every few bites or so.  Mostly, it tasted like I was eating a ground date bar.  The nuts provide a nice crunchy contrast but, like the blueberries, I only encountered them every couple of bites.  If you're a big fan of dates, you would likely really enjoy this bar.  If you don't like dates, this is definitely not for you.The thing that really held me back from truly liking the bar, though, was the texture of it.  I liked the crunch of the nuts, but the bar has a very grainy texture, which is also a result of its being mostly dates.  With each bite I took, I liked the flavor and really wanted to like the bar, but I just couldn't get past the texture.  I like the concept of it, but I think it would have tasted better if it had fewer dates and more grains, giving it more of a granola bar texture. 
I received a free container of this product to try. To test it I waited until the weather turned cold & my skin began to feel dry. To test it, I used this product on left leg & arm, and Sebamed moisturizing lotion for sensitive skin on right arm & leg.  I applied these products once a day - before bedtime, for 3days. At the end of this test both sides of my body felt equally moisturized.Pros of Viva Labs product- it will definitely last longer than a lotion moisturizer & lack of multiple ingredients reduces risk that your skin may react to it.Cons- it comes in a tub & it takes some patience to apply because the product is hard until the warmth of your fingers melts the top layer. It of course made my body smell like coconut, but in the morning the smell had declined enough that I don't think anyone standing near me would notice. Finally, I usually avoid any skin product that comes in a tub because each time you put your fingers in it you are transferring bacteria into it. I am not a chemist & don't know if harmful types of bacteria are likely to multiply in coconut oil.If you favor organic products or skin care products without a lot of chemicals, & if you are not allergic to coconut, this seems like a good option.  And of course, if you have a partner or spouse at home, make sure she or he is okay with the smell of coconut! 
So yummy and it's pretty too. There are little chunks of straight chocolate mixed in with the granola and berry bits, so you could pick the chocolate out if you are so inclined. (And I am!) The whole mix of flavors is nice and this stuff is very crunchy. You don't want to eat it in a movie theater - the folks next to you can hear the crunch. My Mother was delighted about the organic aspect, but I don't care one way or the other personally. I want a snack that tastes good and feels satisfying and the Love Crunch does that very nicely. The only complaint I have is when compared to average grocery store granola snacks, thie Love Crunch is VERY expensive. We'll probably buy this now and then as a treat, but it's just too pricey to be a staple in our pantry. 
We're pretty rabid coffee and hot chocolate drinkers at my house.  The Maxwell House International products aren't something we normally buy, but I figured this could be a really nice alternative to the coffee pods in hurry.  Sadly, the Peppermint Mocha Latte experiences left us a bit wanting.First and foremost, the flavor of the Maxwell House Peppermint Mocha Latte isn't bad; however, at the recommended amount of powder to water (4 tsp per 8 oz of water) the flavor is really, really subtle.  I would not recommmend using their recommended amount of powder unless you're looking for something more akin to a tea.When we upped the ratio of powder to water, the product was much better.  The flavors of the peppermint weren't overpowering, and you still get the flavor of the latte coming through just fine.Overall, it's a middling product.  It isn't bad at all, but I think there are better mixes out there if you're really looking for a nice flavor experience. 
This is good coffee - not weak, and not overly strong, but the vanilla flavor is a little strong for my preference. On the plus side, there was no funny aftertaste like many vanilla flavored coffees have. Simply put, if you like a strong vanilla flavor, this is a good choice for you. If you prefer the actual coffee to be the focus, and the vanilla to be more of a background note, this is not the choice for you. 
The light lemony taste is very refreshing. The cookies arrived fresh and in good shape. Well worth a try. I will certainly be buying more of these. 
When my one review pack arrived, I thought I'd have a quick taste just to see how it compared with the Kashi GoLean Crunch that DH has been eating to replace the decidedly NOT heart-healthy snacks that his cardiologist says he can't eat anymore. Why not? I could just zip the bag back closed. Well, I tell you, I had to sit down right there and pour myself a bowl with milk. Wonderful. And now we have something that can be sprinkled over greek-style non-fat plain yogurt, which he IS supposed to be eating more of. The evaporated cane juice provides just the right hint of sweetness without being too much sugar, and the high level of fiber will certainly be a boon to healthy dieters. The flax seed is an added benefit for heart health.My 60-year-old teeth are sensitive and weaker now than they used to be, so I often have difficulty chewing some of the granolas. This Kind blend is chewy and substantial, but not so hard that it's risky for me to try to eat it out of hand. Softened with milk, it's no problem at all. I'm not on a gluten-free diet, but I have friends who are, and this product would be just fine for them. The mix of whole grains has an interesting texture and taste, and the whole blend tastes so good I'd warn you not to sit down with the whole bag in front of the TV. It WILL be gone before you know it.Cost is my only problem with this product, but not because it's not worth the money. Healthy food costs more than junk, as it should, and it's clear to me that Kind is very healthy indeed. We're on low fixed income, though, so this would have to be an occasional splurge item for us, used more as a condiment on aforementioned yogurt than as a complete meal. I can stretch $5 worth of beans or chicken a lot further than I could one of these 11 oz. bags. I might, though, try it mixed in with oatmeal.In short: It's good food. 
The K cups just makes things easier and maybe even more acceptable to drink tea at the office.  Gift it to the men in your life.  Tea is so darn healthy for them. 
I've had some pretty good pu'erh tea before, especially in Yunnan, China, which is the center of pu'erh. Good pu'erh tea is fermented then aged for several years and has a very complex flavor, and can command rather high prices. The pu'erh in these bags is obviously not of that caliber. While the brewed tea has a rich, dark color, it lacks the layers of flavors of a good pu'erh tea. The ginger is predomindant, but it's the flavor of dried ginger instead of fresh. The pu'erh flavor notes are limited to a little bit of earthy/woody, and lack the bit of natural sweetness and additional complexity that I've noted in good pu'erh before. Good pu'erh also allows itself to multiple steepings, but this tea lost most of the pu'erh notes and tasted merely of dried ginger when it was steeped a second time. There's nothing really offensive about this tea, but it's kind of boring. 
Gevalia flavored coffees have been kind of hit & miss for me with all of them having a marvelous aroma but being little short on quality considering the price.  Not so this new Dark Chocolate Truffle flavor.  Attractively packaged in a dark purple and brown box suitable for gift-giving, this ground coffee brews up nicely in my drip maker and in my fancy French Press.  It's a little bit bitter as a black coffee but once you add some steamed milk and just a touch of sugar, you wind up with a superb Cafe Au Lait suitable for after-dinner dessert coffee or just for a special weekend brunch.  It fills the kitchen with its scent.  I could see this making a great base for an alcoholic dessert coffee by adding  some Kahlua & Cholcate curls atop the steamed milk.  My leftover drip-brewed coffee made a nice Ice-blended the next day.I'm not sure I would but this regularly due to Gevalia's price but I would definitely keep some on hand during the Holiday Season!  It has a nice, rich Chocolate flavor.  Overall, this was quite the pleasant surprise. 
I drink tea every day and I love green tea and all sorts of chinese tea and earl grey, etc.  I like ginger tea as well, but this one is strong.  I had stomachache after I drink 2 cups of it (with the same teabag).  I'll have to try it again but I am a little scared to. 
I like these better than the Chips Ahoy Chewy Gooey Megafudge cookies.  There's still a slight aftetaste to these cookies, though.  Yes, the cookies are soft, but they really aren't as "gooey" as the name implies.  The packaging, with its resealeable flap, is a good idea.  It will keep the cookies fresher longer.  If you like Chips Ahoy cookies, you will likely enjoy these too.  For me, they were just okay. 
I enjoy this blend of herbal tea.  Blackberry and vanilla make a good combination. I also like the fact that this tea is caffeine free. I can drink this any time day or night.  Yes, the tea bags looka little bit different than other tea bags, but they steep just fine and the tea tastes great. 
I'm not too sure about the product description of hints of having deep earthy flavors or having my mind invigorated as I'm not too much of a tea snob.  I do, however, like this tea and thought it had a good taste with no aftertaste like some teas, and unlike other teas with a ginger predominance the ginger didn't overwhelm me or leave a bad aftertaste.  A co-worker who is a tea snob said this one was very good and ordered a package for himself so that's a pretty good recommendation to me. 
I've never tried pu'erh tea because I've heard that it has unique or pungent flavor that not everyone likes. Numi ginger flavored pu'erh surprised me! The flavor is very deep and earthy - very complex. I think it has a hint of smokey flavor that is almost wood-like. The ginger flavor compliments the earthy flavor of the tea and makes a very delicious combination. Unlike some other ginger teas I've tried, the ginger doesn't overpower the other flavors in this tea. I just finished a cup and I'm already craving another.  I'm planning to try Numi's other varieties of pu'erh tea. This was a nice experience. 
If you like ginger then you will love this drink.  The aroma is amazing.  I think if I had a cold I would feel better just smelling this stuff.  It is very strong and I would make 2 cups from package rather than one.  I would give it 4 stars if it weren't for the heartburn. 
Okay, I got these cookies on Saturday and have already demolished half of the package.  That is, what wasn't already demolished when the cookies arrived, thanks mostly to the United States Postal Service, with some help from Amazon packaging.  (The cookies arrived in a huge box with air pillows that were supposed to shield the cookies but failed to keep the package from shifting all over the place while the box was in motion--and probably upside-down at times as well.  I think only six or seven cookies survived intact, the rest were in variously sized crumbs.)Now, biting into one of these cookies, you won't immediately think, "Gee, I can't tell if these are homemade or store-bought!"  You can definitely tell the difference.  That said, the cookies have a purity of flavor that's usually lacking in most store-bought treats.  They also have a distinct absence of any sort of metallic aftertaste or any other "off" flavor.  Probably because there's no multisyllabic ingredients or preservatives which are usually responsible for such "off" flavors.  These really are simply made, with ingredients any home baker would use to make chocolate chip cookies.The serving size is two cookies, giving you 140 calories and 7 grams of fat, 3 of that saturated fat.  Personally, I haven't exactly been following the serving size suggestion as it was far too easy to pick up a piece and then another piece and then a crumb or two and say, "That must be only half a cookie, surely!" thanks to the demolished state in which the cookies arrived.  However, no matter the size of the piece, the cookies have a pleasant crumbly texture, rather like a pecan sandie, but nothing too crispy or mouth-abrading.  They've also got a nice buttery flavor, with yummy chocolate-y goodness sprinkled throughout.All-in-all, I am rather loving these cookies and have a feeling I will be turning to them for my next cookie fix.  I'll also be looking into other Keebler products as a result.  I've never really paid attention to Keebler, or any of the other major snack food producers, because of my aversion to the multitude of chemical ingredients crammed into the foods they produced.  Now, though, that these big companies are wising up and cutting back on the "junk" they put in their junk food, I'll be more apt to occasionally buy a package whenever I'm jonesing for a snack food fix and don't feel up to baking it myself. 
This is a very tasty and spicy beverage, which may not be your cup of tea, so to speak. The smell of ginger is strong when opening the pouch and the taste is rather strong and piquant. For many people not used to a strong ginger flavor, this may be off-putting and even unpleasant. If your idea of ginger stops at Canada Dry ginger ale, you will probably not like this product. I grew up with ginger in my foods, so I love this! The closest thing I can compare this to is IndonesianTing Ting Jehe Chewy Ginger Candy. This is basically a liquid version of the candy. Very sweet and spicy, it tickles the throat going down. I've juiced fresh ginger root (with other ingredients) and this tastes like the ginger-infused juice I've made. The pungency is not diminished during manufacturing.Served hot, it is perfect when you're sick. I often make ginger tea with honey when I'm under the weather, and this is a more convenient way of having a tasty hot beverage. Ginger and honey both have been used for thousands of years throughout the world for their health and medicinal benefits. The lemon flavor I couldn't detect however. 
Okay, I got these cookies on Saturday and have already demolished half of the package.  That is, what wasn't already demolished when the cookies arrived, thanks mostly to the United States Postal Service, with some help from Amazon packaging.  (The cookies arrived in a huge box with air pillows that were supposed to shield the cookies but failed to keep the package from shifting all over the place while the box was in motion--and probably upside-down at times as well.  I think only six or seven cookies survived intact, the rest were in variously sized crumbs.)Now, biting into one of these cookies, you won't immediately think, "Gee, I can't tell if these are homemade or store-bought!"  You can definitely tell the difference.  That said, the cookies have a purity of flavor that's usually lacking in most store-bought treats.  They also have a distinct absence of any sort of metallic aftertaste or any other "off" flavor.  Probably because there's no multisyllabic ingredients or preservatives which are usually responsible for such "off" flavors.  These really are simply made, with ingredients any home baker would use to make chocolate chip cookies.The serving size is two cookies, giving you 140 calories and 7 grams of fat, 3 of that saturated fat.  Personally, I haven't exactly been following the serving size suggestion as it was far too easy to pick up a piece and then another piece and then a crumb or two and say, "That must be only half a cookie, surely!" thanks to the demolished state in which the cookies arrived.  However, no matter the size of the piece, the cookies have a pleasant crumbly texture, rather like a pecan sandie, but nothing too crispy or mouth-abrading.  They've also got a nice buttery flavor, with yummy chocolate-y goodness sprinkled throughout.All-in-all, I am rather loving these cookies and have a feeling I will be turning to them for my next cookie fix.  I'll also be looking into other Keebler products as a result.  I've never really paid attention to Keebler, or any of the other major snack food producers, because of my aversion to the multitude of chemical ingredients crammed into the foods they produced.  Now, though, that these big companies are wising up and cutting back on the "junk" they put in their junk food, I'll be more apt to occasionally buy a package whenever I'm jonesing for a snack food fix and don't feel up to baking it myself. 
Back to Nature delivered a really healthy cereal (and for me, snack food for late nights that won't keep me awake). A nice mix of berries (dehydrated) and crunchy, crunchy cereal that has a slight sweetness but none of the prefab who-knows-what of supermarket cereal.I grew up enough to know what is good for me but still appreciate a fun cereal and this is one of them.I will admit to adding fresh apples, banana and blueberries (just buy em and freeze em and add a few now and then) to my morning cereal blends. Summer Berry Blend is good "as is" without tinkering with other cereals to add zest.  Well done, Back to Nature! you hooked me! 
I love raspberries and hot sauces, so my expectations were pretty high.  But the first taste was better than I expected.The lightly sweet raspberry taste is front and center, with a hint of smoky flavor and a touch of gentle heat.  The ingredient list is short and simple--the first three ingredients are sugar, red raspberries, and jalapeños.  There are no preservatives and no corn syrup, so this simple sauce lacks the added funky flavors and aftertastes that many other sauces have.The flavor of this sauce is so uncomplicated and good that I want to try other Fischer & Wieser sauces.  I've just subscribed to theirUltimate Sauce Gift Pack,a pack of six bottles including two bottles of Raspberry Chipotle.  I'm not a big fan of blueberry (ok, I admit I'm planning on giving that one away,) but the other sauces look promising. especially the Asian Apricot Stir Fry & Dipping Sauce.To try this sauce, I seasoned boneless pork ribs with rosemary and put them on the grill.  When they were done, I coated them with this sauce.  There was no need to cook the sauce, I just let it get to room temperature so it wouldn't cool the hot food.  The flavor was perfect with pork, but I can see that it will work well with chicken, and would be great on a salad, mixed with some rice wine vinegar or balsamic or cider vinegar.I've got to save what's left of this bottle, though, because friends will be visiting soon and I plan on drizzling this over cheese and crackers.  The included recipes suggest cream cheese, but I'll try it on brie and cheddar, too.4/5/09 UPDATE: I smothered a huge wedge of brie with this sauce and brought it to a party.  An hour later I wandered back into the room with the food, and I'd swear the platter had been licked clean.  Other foods were still available, so I know it wasn't desperation that drove people to polish this off.My only regret is that I didn't get a photo of the person doing the licking.  Oh well, better luck next weekend. 
If you've never heard of cashew juice join the club.  I like to try new things, but I really didn't think I would go crazy over this product.  I loved it (so did my wife) and hope I can find a good source for getting more at a decent price.  It is kind of hard to describe the taste, but it has a nice balance of sweet and tart.  It is very refreshing and apparently very nutritious. 
The taste is great.  The price is great.  I use an 18-count egg carton to store the pods, so they don't lose their flavor, as they do not have the plastic case you see in most pods. 
This is the 3rd time I have purchased this product because I was very pleased with the taste and texture of the oatmeal. Just to make sure the price was good I shopped in 3 health food stores and the price was almost double. I keep it in the freezer and it keeps until I order again. If you like steel cut oats you will love this. 
I've tried to write this review three times now, and every time I get a power blip or something happens to the browser and I lose it.  One more time.I made this carefully, and it is not tasty.  It has a big packet of spices that has a lot of whey, onion, and cheese and spices like black pepper are lower than an ingredient that is listed as "not more than 2%.I've eaten tasty mac and cheese, and I've even eaten decent hamburger helper, likeHamburger Helper, Cheesy Nacho, 7.9-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 6).  That stuff is cheaper and tastes better.This stuff is easy to make.  You brown one pound of beef (I weighed it to be sure I was following directions) and then drain it (pouring out the tasty juices, I won't do that again), then add the misnamed seasoning packet and the pasta, along with two cups of water.Bring it to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and cook for 11-13 minutes.Then remove from the heat and mix in the velveeta packet.They suggest that you add lettuce?  Or chopped tomatoes, so I added Ro-Tel to part of it - the other part I kept pristine so that I could taste it as made.  I used hot Ro-Tel, and, other than the flavor of the Ro-Tel it was bland.  I have to think that the pasta is sort of bland and the spicing in the packet is lacking.  It could have some more onion flavor, or more than 0.5% garlic or something.The value in this is what I believe to be parboiled pasta that can be cooked in this fashion.The net weight of this stuff is 12.8 ounces - with a pound of beef, it makes 5 one cup servings.  My wife guesses that it serves three adults, or six-eight toddlers (if you were making lunch for a day care, say).Now, this is my suggestion:Suppose you buy a piece of velveeta in the store, some cream, some beef, and a little garlic powder, some onion powder, and some pasta.Cook a quarter pound of pasta in one pan, boiling and draining normally, and then brown a pound or two of beef with a bunch of onion and garlic powder, to taste.  In a third pan (or in the one you boiled the pasta in), grate or cube about a pound of Velveeta and heat it gently with a 2 tbsp of butter, stirring frequently until melted, then add about 1/4 to 1/2 cup cream a little at a time while stirring. Add a little white pepper and 1/8 tsp nutmeg, if you like it. Or use sour cream instead of whole cream, or put a little beef broth into the beef after it has browned.Now combine the cheese sauce, the pasta (use more or less to taste, the beef (please don't drain it unless you are on a low fat diet, and then do so carefully - if you have one of those old fat brushes, use that, try to save the juices).  Then add a whole can of Ro-Tel, to your family's taste, hot, mild, lime-chili, whatever.  Taste it - and if it is bland, fix it.Dust the top with paprika before serving it.This dish will taste good, and it won't take you much longer to make it than it would to start with this mix.  And if it is bland, you have only yourself to blame.  You can put more or less salt, pepper, herbs, and whatever - you don't need to use a mix to make a cheese/macaroni/beef dish.  This stuff really isn't that hard.Now, there is nothing wrong with Velveeta.  It melts nicely, it makes a great cheese sauce.  It usually has some flavor.  And there is nothing wrong with this stuff except that it is just tasteless, and almost anyone can do better.  Seriously, YOU can do better than this bland product.  If you like Velveeta, use it. If you don't like Velveeta, well, making it yourself allows you to make your cheese sauce from a different type of cheese.  Mexican melting cheese is good.  Heck, Sargento six cheese is great.If you don't want to do it yourself, save money and buy Hamburger Helper.I can't rate this less than 3 stars, far as I can tell, it is wholesome and it doesn't actively taste bad. It doesn't actively taste of much at all.  So it gets three stars, and a suggestion that you can do so much better by doing it yourself that you should try.If I had some of this stuff I had to use, I'd:Add a half tsp of white pepper, a half tsp of paprika, garlic powder to taste and onion powder to taste.  I might consider a knorr garlic cube.  Or Chipotle.  I would always add the Ro-Tel, this is the biggest fix you can make to this stuff. Paprika to dust the top before serving.  And, well, beef broth instead of water - that "seasoning" is really, really bland. A dollop of sour cream when you put the cheese sauce in, and a tablespoon of butter.Because as shipped, it is horribly bland. 
OILS: Rancid is a process of mother nature and has nothing to do with organic, conventional, GMO or the type of seed since rancid has to do with oil. It is not important if the oil or the tablet is even frozen at the time of production till you consume since any seed, and I mean any type of seed regardless of the brand will go rancid once ground and cracked open since the shell, the protection is removed which will allow air and moisture access the oil of the seed much quicker than when the seed is in a complete un-hulled form. The best example of rancidity is brown rice. Place some brown rice in freezer and you will notice in few months it will not even cook since the oils have gone rancid even if it was kept in a sealed container in the freezer regardless. Chia is the only seed that does not need to be ground in order for human body to digest and get the nutrients and can be stored for longer time than any other seed without going rancid. Sesame seed, flax seed, etc. are so dense that will pass through human body when not ground making it absolutely worthless since human body can not digest it in its natural form.FIBER: Fiber is essential for body since fiber absorbs the unwanted liquid in the gut and body has to defecate that blown up fiber which in return lowers cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure, etc. and brings comfort and efficiency to human body unlike fat which stays in human body unless needed for energy. Flax is high in fiber.MINERALS: Flax is one of the kings of nutrients when it comes to minerals and so important to me as a whole delicious seed; highest ALA, high magnesium, high potassium, calcium with the healthiest fat.Accordingly for 100gr servings size of;SESAME__FLAX__CHIA__AMARANTH__QUINOA__HEMP__PISTACHIO__ALMOND__CASHEW__PEANUTCALORIES565__534__490__371__368__567__557__575__553__585SAT FAT34__18__16__7__4__17__27__19__39__34CALCIUM99__26__63__16__5__0__11__26__4__5MAGNESIUM89__98__0__62__49__167__30__67__73__44POTASSIUM14__23__5__15__16__167__29__20__19__19ZINC48__29__23__19__21__83__15__21__39__22FIBER47__109__151__8__11__4 __41__49__13__32PHYTOSTEROLS714__0__0__0__0__N/A__214__0__0__0FRESHNESS: Fresh means nutritious and delicious. I consume lots of seeds, beans, grains, vegetables, etc. and freshness is a priority regardless of the brand so I always purchase my food ingredients in small quantities from reputable sellers with high turnover. When fresh, food is nutritious and that goes for any food in any form, from frozen to canned. Fresh food is nutritious as well as delicious since nutrients give food its delicious taste. When old or rancid, nutrients are gone and any food item becomes an empty calories with no taste and absolutely worthless regardless of the brand or price, organic or conventional. For few years I consumed seeds in oil form since physicians advised me to do so not knowing that majority are not aware that seeds hardly offer any nutrients unless; seeds are fresh, not old which means rancid, not in oil form, not in supplement form, not hulled, ground and consumed within few days, kept in dark cold temperatures, away from light-sun-moisture since the oil in seeds and nuts go rancid regardless. That is why brown rice which has its nutrients will go rancid even if kept in freezer while white rice will last for years at room temperature since it hardly has any nutrients or oil. I ground in my coffee grinder sesame, flax, chia, amaranth, hemp then add cocoa, isolate protein, soy milk and consume it before my workouts on daily basis for its vitamins, minerals, protein and many nutrients, without much spike in my glucose. Un-hulled seeds are full of nutrients. I never consume hulled seeds which are empty calories, absolutely worthless since the nutrients have been removed.OMEGA-3: You will never see ALA on any fish you purchase. Infact you will never see ALA on any fish oil supplement either, you will only see EPA and DHA. ALA is not the same as EPA or DHA. That is true for any brand of flaxseed regardless if such flaxseed oil is in solid form, oil form in a bottle or in a capsule form. Greens, veges, nuts, seeds and fruits do not offer any Omega-3 in form of EPA/DHA since omega-3 EPA/DHA is an animal source. There are two major types of omega-3 fatty acids in our diets: One type is alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which is found in plants the other type, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), is found in fatty fish. The body partially converts ALA to EPA and DHA. There is no proof what percent of ALA gets converted by human body to EPA or DHA. You can consume all ALAs that you want and depending to your genes it may never turn any into omega-3. Blood test is the only way to see the affects. I get omega 3 from sardines although flaxseed is an important part of my diet since flaxseed offers so many nutrients. Flaxseed offers more ALA than chia for $1.99 a pound not $15 a pound, 22.8gr vs. 17.8gr. 
There isn't much more to say than what has already been said by other reviewers. It is firm but not hard, so you actually have something to chew on and the taste is amazing.My only complaint is the price. 
Taste? Ok. The strawberry and banana flavors weren't bad, but there is an acidic bite to the drink as well. Tastes like Red Bull mixed up with Hawaiian Punch.Healthy? Naw. 20 grams of sugar. All natural ingredients . . . but I doubt it is any healthier than your average soda.Energy? Yep. Same caffeine as a cup of coffee.Overall: If you want to wake up in the morning without drinking coffee or Diet Coke, this could be your drink of choice. The flavor is not great, but its comparable with the other energy drinks out there and you will get your caffeine fix. 
I have always been a fan of the No Fear energy drinks and this one is no different. The flavor is great and it doesn't have a nasty after taste like some of those other energy drinks. I will be picking up more of these very soon! 
This is a nice tasting tea with really strange looking tea bags. It has a nice berry flavor and is less tart than some berry teas I have tasted. I do wish the box sealed better.The tea has a strong sweet berry flavor. I tend to stay away from some berry teas because the flavor can almost be tart tasting. Perhaps because of the vanilla the berry flavor is on the sweet side.The pyramid tea bags look strange.  Aside from the shape the tea bags are made of a material that looks different from most tea bags. These tea bags are made of a mesh like substance.  I looks like it allows the tea to flavor flow more easily out of the tea bag.I do wish the box would seal better once opened.  The tea bas are not individually wrapped in any sort of covering. The box does not have any inner wrapping to use as a seal. Once opened the only way to seal the box is close the cover and there does not seem to be any mechanism to keep the cover closed. I use a piece of tape to keep the box closed.This is a nice tasting sweet berry tea with uniquely shaped tea bags with a box that needs a better seal. 
I wasn't really sure what to expect from this tea. I enjoy ginger but it's one of those flavors that can easily be overdone and become overpowering - fortunately that was not the case here.This tea has a very earthy aroma with ginger undertones and what I recognized as a bit of almost a wine scent. I found the aroma to be very complex and pleasant.If you like a bold tea, the flavor here will not disappoint. This tea has a strong earthy taste with a touch of ginger bite. Again, I was concerned that the ginger would be too much but it's just right in this tea. I found the tea to have a lingering earthy aftertaste as well.Overall I'm impressed with this tea. I enjoy earl grey, English breakfast and Irish breakfast teas and found this tea to be on a similar plane as those. I've made this tea both plain and with cream and sugar and it is delicious both ways. The strong, bold flavor may not be for everyone but I personally really enjoy it. If you like the above breakfast blends and enjoy bold flavors I highly recommend this tea. 
I really like the flavor of this tea.  The green tea is not bitter (as many are) and I think the lemongrass helps with that.  The price is pretty good as well.  I've always been a fan of Good Earth products and this one holds up to the name. 
At just 50 calories in a 6.8 ounce can, it seems almost impossible that the drink should be this good. At once slightly sweet with the bitter tinge of a good cup of coffee, illy issimo rivals the Starbucks' espresso shots for quality quick canned coffee drinks. Aftertaste is minimal is the drink has a good color and consistency (not too watery and not too syrupy). 
This is my first time trying PURE fruit and nut bar.  I don't know what I was expecting, maybe the taste of a regular trail mix bar.  It's hard to describe what the PURE bar (blueberry flavor) tastes like, but it's not an unpleasant flavor.  The fruity flavor is obvious, and the nuts do not overwhelm the tastebuds.  I like that the bar is soft and chewy, and not too sweet.  Also, it's made out of all natural and organic ingredients, with nothing processed.  That to me is worth having a bar that doesn't have the conventional taste of other energy bars.  The taste is not bad, but it's not delicious either.  However, the bar is filling and doesn't make you feel guilty about eating it, because the ingredients are so healthy.I would recommend these bars as snacks, but they do have plenty of calories, so I wouldn't eat too many of them at once.  But that's true of any kind of snack. 
Numi Organic Pu-Erh Ginger Tea has a very mild ginger flavor, but the more you sip the tea, the more the flavor builds. It tried it first without sweetening, and the taste was not bitter. I then added a spoon of sugar, my normal way to drink hot tea, and the taste was very pleasant. However, with my second cup, I added honey and lemon juice, and then the tea became delightful and soothing. Very relaxing and comforting after a hard day at work. I drink coffee and tea every day, and I look forward to finding new varieties to enjoy. Numi Tea has an admirable mission statement: "Numi inspires well-being of mind, body and spirit through the simple art of tea. Our company is rooted in the principle of creating a healthful product that nurtures people and honors the planet. With all of our company initiatives, we strive to foster a healthy, thriving global community while bringing you the purest, best-tasting organic tea." The tea is certified organic, claims many health benefits, the tea bags are biodegradable, and the boxes are made with recycled materials. The Ginger Tea is a pleasant cuppa, and I will definitely try other varieties of Numi Tea. 
These cookies are soft and chewy just like you'd expect from Chips Ahoy, but they also contain gooey fudge inside.  They are definitely yummy and not too chocolatey, but I will say I expected more "gooey" from them and really inside the fudge is thicker and not really gooey at all.  Overall though they definitely satisfied my chocolate craving and I love that they were so soft. 
Okay, I can't really speak to Essentia's claims regarding its 9.5pH balanced water. I just know that it's refreshing and tastes (if water has a taste) pure and satisfying. No off flavors or odors. I know that it has some additives to bring the pH to 9.5, but I can't detect them. One of these large 1.5 liter bottles lasts me all day.If Essentia's claims are accurate and it does help with things like maintaining normal blood pressure, restful sleep, heart health, muscle strength and boosting the antioxidant properties of your immune system, then so much the better. It does seem to hydrate well and absorb into my system faster than regular filtered or spring water. I also get occasional heartburn after certain meals and find that its more basic pH helps alleviate such symptoms without me having to take antacids.Essentia does cost a bit more so I will reserve getting it for when I find it on sale or can get a bulk discount. Aside from the price, I have to say it is my new favorite 'brand' of water. I like the taste and find it thirst quenching. Any added health benefits are a bonus.~ Kort 
BACK TO NATURE'S CHOCOLATE DELIGHT GRANOLA tastes really good and has the perfect blend of crunchy and sweet that makes this a tasty snack, either as a cereal or right out of the bag.It's made from natural ingredients and doesn't contain artificial flavors, preservatives, hydrogenated oils or high fructose corn syrup.But here's the rub... the BACK TO NATURE CHOCOLATE GRANOLA, like all granola, is high in fat. Some of it is the good fat, Polyunsaturated and Monounsaturated, but it does contain 6g of total fat--2g of that Saturated Fat. It also packs 220 calories per 1/2 cup serving, which is about 2 1/2 handfuls, and it's very easy to keep eating it.Since opening the bag, I've probably eaten three servings already, because it's that good, but that can't be good for my waist!OK, I shouldn't be that harsh and deduct 1-star from BACK TO NATURE... for my own lack of will power, but many customers will see the words "nature" and "whole grain" and think "healthy treat." The small serving size of the granola is also deceptive because many will think "this is such a tiny amount that I'll just eat a little more" because it really does seem like you're eating a small amount, but then next thing you know you can't zip up your jeans.On the plus side, that means that the product is delicious but just be aware of serving size and portions. Otherwise, it's a good alternative to say a 180-calorie cookie that's full of high fructose corn syrup and sugar and no fiber. 
I'll be the first to admit that neither my husband nor I are what you'd call health freaks. Yes, we like to eat healthy food, but we don't have a problem with eating some non-healthy foods either. And we can both be a bit skeptical when it comes to "organic", because we've had many different organic things that were disappointing, to say the least.This bar, however, wasn't horrible at all! It tasted quite a bit like a nutty blueberry muffin, which is always pleasant to taste! The texture was good - not too hard, not too soft. We've eaten some bars that were far too hard to eat and made you think you were going to break your tooth on them! This bar, however, was nice and moist (which my husband particularly enjoyed).And we were both in shock to find that there was absolutely no sodium in this bar - astounding!For a health food bar, we both consider it to be absolutely wonderful. The only reason we gave it 4 stars is because my husband wished that it would have had a bit more taste to it - he likes strong, bold flavors, and this was more of a muted, sweet flavor. I, however, thought that the flavor was perfect. The thing that we both agreed upon was that we would definitely eat more of these, and will be looking into other flavors for our children (they don't care for nuts) - they'd be a great snack for them, and for us as well! 
The brine in the olive package has been different in succeeding orders which is very apparent after they have been opened and refrigerated. Whatever the oil is, it coagulates easily because of the cold. Too much oil for my taste Still like em and the price is decent.. 
This is a nice snack, when you are craving something crunchy, but do not want all the fat and salt of potato chips. Nothing artificial. Delish! But what pissed me off, that the bag had 4 servings (which I did not see, till I was half way down)!!! I wish, the bags were smaller. Who has the will power to stop before the bag is empty?! 
Ginger Pu'erh Tea Bags.  The taste of this tea is peppery and earthy.  I had to get used to the peppery and earthy taste, but it is worth it.  I do love tea, and I love trying different types and flavors.  This is indeed a type and flavor that I've never had before, and it is quite different.I did try it both hot and cold, just to be fair.  I will tell you that I am not a hot tea drinker (it makes me feel like I'm drinking tobacco), but I do love cold tea.  Needless to say, I did not like the tea hot (but what tea do I like hot?), but I loved it cold.However, if you are normally a hot tea drinker, you will, I'm sure, like this tea hot.I bet this tea would be nice around Christmas with peppermint sticks.  (I would drink mine cold.)According to the box, Pu'erh is an anxient healing tea picked from 500 year-old organic wild tea trees in Yunnan, China.  How cool is that?And check this out:  the product is organic and kosher; the box is recycled & recyclable, biodegradable tea bags; the programs lower and offset carbon emissions, including a solar facility; organic tea cultivation protects the environment.But best of all:  the product is fair trade, so that the people can be paid a fair salary so their families can be okay; the tea cultivation takes care of and protects the farmers and their families.  Now that is the best part of all.  I love the tea, and if I can do anything to help these people, just by buying their product, then I will do so! 
On average, I drink about two bottles of water every day but I've never tried drinking Smartwater before. After drinking it, I can say that I'll definitely buy this brand of water in the future. There was no taste, yes even though water doesn't have a taste, some brands can have a slight taste to them that is not so good. The electrolytes are an added bonus. The water is on the pricier side but I still recommend giving Smartwater a try. 
I was looking forward to trying this beverage mix. I mixed it as directed with 250ml (8 oz) of hot water. It dissolved quickly.  And just FYI, the color of the drink was darker than that pictured on the box. It was a murky brown color. As far as flavor goes, the ginger was just too strong and nasty. I didn't like it at all. 
I don't like sugary cereals in the morning; I prefer a hearty cereal with a hint of sweetness.  This cereal was perfect for that.  The flavor was delicious and it was a filling and all in all pretty healthy.My flakes were tasty and the berries were bursting with flavor.  My issue with the cereal is that the flakes were too crunchy and the berries too mushy.  I don't mind a crunchy flake, but these bordered on being hard.  Even after letting them soak a bit in the milk they were too crunchy for me.  And while the berries retained their flavor in milk, they turned almost immediately to mush.  The contrast of the two was not a good experience in my mouth.The box is really small and the price is a little hefty for the amount of cereal you actually get.  But like I said, the flavor is good.  So if you don't mind a little mush and a lot of crunch, this tasty cereal is for you.Cherise Everhard, January 2009 
There are four things to consider with this product.First is taste - The taste is fine.  I feel the cracker texture is excellent but the actual taste was rather bland.  The cheese on its own has a nice sharp taste but it gets lost in the blandness of the cracker. (I would suggest some rye in the cracker to give it an accent.)Second is packaging - Inside each box is 6 individually wrapped snacksize crackers.  I always have an issue with over packaging (packaging within packaging.)  But the ideal use for this product is for an on the go snack or late night cram session snack.  The individual wrapping is necessary for this use.  And the exterior box is plain cardboard, so I guess I am okay with this.Third is price - which at $4 for a box of 6 is only a fair price.Fourth is use - Based on the above, this is not an everyday snack.  You could buy nicer and less expensive crackers and use a good cheese spread like Kakuna Club for a more tasty everyday snack.  But this would be good for an on the go snack, something to carry around in a backpack, purse or glove compartment for a snack on the go.  Or for parents sending their kids a care package for finals week.This is a good not a great product. 
I am drinking this Red Espresso Rooibos Tea as I write this.  It has a unique flavor....strong but not bitter though it does have a bit of an after taste.  I had to stain the tea because, despite the package instructions, I found it to be too gritty and twiggy when just mixed into water.  Even after staining, just looking into the drink shows lots of bits and pieces but NOW I do not taste or feel them as I drink it. It's like drinking a really dark roast or real expresso cup of coffee but it's really tea.  I've never had this type of tea before but I find it rather interesting and tasty.  Since it has no caffeine, I will be able to drink this after dinner without worries of being kept awake.  I love the fact that it is loaded with antioxidants!  I wish I could find the words to describe the flavor but if you like really strong dark tea, you'll like this one.  I recommend this strong flavored tea! 
Numi Organic Pu-Erh Ginger Tea has a very mild ginger flavor, but the more you sip the tea, the more the flavor builds. It tried it first without sweetening, and the taste was not bitter. I then added a spoon of sugar, my normal way to drink hot tea, and the taste was very pleasant. However, with my second cup, I added honey and lemon juice, and then the tea became delightful and soothing. Very relaxing and comforting after a hard day at work. I drink coffee and tea every day, and I look forward to finding new varieties to enjoy. Numi Tea has an admirable mission statement: "Numi inspires well-being of mind, body and spirit through the simple art of tea. Our company is rooted in the principle of creating a healthful product that nurtures people and honors the planet. With all of our company initiatives, we strive to foster a healthy, thriving global community while bringing you the purest, best-tasting organic tea." The tea is certified organic, claims many health benefits, the tea bags are biodegradable, and the boxes are made with recycled materials. The Ginger Tea is a pleasant cuppa, and I will definitely try other varieties of Numi Tea. 
I have always found pure green tea a bit bland, so I ordered this to see how it tasted. I find it to be a nice blend with a citrus overtone, not bitter at all, but with a taste that is not to my personal liking.This is a blend of green tea, lemon grass, lemon balm herb, and verbena leaves. The overall effect on the taste is of a green tea (which is already not as strong as black tea) and a definite (but not overpowering)  overtone of the lemon. The verbena leaves are commonly promoted to help relaxation, but the box makes no such claim; it is just supposed to be a nice blend. The box suggests steeping for 3 minutes. I tried that, and also tried it steeped longer. It did not seem to get bitter even when the bag was left in until the cup was empty. I like the fact that the bags were individually wrapped, since I think this makes the tea stay fresh longer.Summary: If you like lemon tea and you like green tea, this may be the blend for you. I recommend it for the high quality brew it produces, but only if those two flavors are to your liking. 
Excellent meal replacement bar.I really really really enjoyed the cherry cashew date nut bar.  I merely liked the blueberry bar.  It has no chocolate (thank god!  I've always hated granola bars and protein bars and all the rest that have a coating of awful chocolate on it) but lots of fruit and a healthy sweetness (not artificial, just good, if a little on the sweet side for my taste).  I would buy the blueberry bar again if I get tired of the cherry cashew, or to swap it out a bit, but not because I particularly like it.You *will not* be hungry until your next meal after you eat this bar.  And it's a lot healthier than most other bars out there.Note: if you do not like the taste or texture of dates, DO NOT buy this bar.Also note: I really hate most protein bars, granola bars (except quaker and nature valley), clif bars, odwalla bars, luna bars, zone bars, etc.  None of those really taste good.  This one DOES and it's good for you.  But buy the cherry cashew instead, it's a lot better. 
This has an intense lemon and ginger taste. Much much more intense than lemon and ginger teas which I am a fan of and drink often. And since I love ginger and lemon flavors, I love this intensity. You can't get it from just the lemon-ginger teas -- and I've tried quite a few brands so I know. That's the good news.The con, for me at least, is that there must be a high calorie count for this as it's loaded with honey and fructose. I would prefer this to be non-sweetened so I could add my own non-calorie sweetener if I want.It's also a little expensive compared to teas, but then the flavor is unique and something that just can't be gotten with a regular tea.I won't hesitate to buy this in the future -- only I will look for a non-sweetened brand/type first.One other thing -- I put way more water into this beverage than they asked for. Maybe about twice as much. And the flavors were still so much more intense than a regular ginger-lemon tea. So feel free to dilute it and I don't think you will be diminishing the experience at all. 
Gave my mom a cup of this tea and she loved it.  She noted that while many herbal teas have a bitter edge this tea does not.  She also noted that it had a subtle sweet quality.  My mom has a very sensitive system and the fact that she liked this is impressive! 
For some reason, known only to the powers that make such decisions, this bland, Twinings Prince of Wales Tea is not longer readily found on supermarket shelves.  You can still find it in variety packs, but It has been sometime since I have been able to find a whole box of the stuff.  That is a pity, but as I am what you might call a "tea hoarder," I had two boxes in my stash and was rationing it slow out.  You can imagine my delight when I found you could purchase this product through Amazon!Prince of Wales tea has a nice robust taste but no bitterness.  It is one of the few teas I can (if I so desire) drink without adding some sort of sweetener.  It never use mild or cream as my wife does, so for me that is a nice factor.  I simply like the flavor of this tea.Twinings has been around (It is based in England) for a bit over 200 years now and there is a reason for this...they provide a fine quality product.  We are constantly trying new teas as we locate them, but it seems that over the years we keep coming back to this brand.  Now as has been noted by another reviewer here, this stuff is NOT packaged in England; it is packaged and distributed here in America.  This does not magically change the flavor of the tea though.  Tea is tea is tea.  Tea is NOT grown in England, so to say that tea that is packaged in England is better than that packaged in America is simply codwollop!  Yes, you might get "stale" tea here, but I doubt it. If you keep your tea under proper storage conditions, i.e. out of the light, no moisture and away from heat, it will last quite some time...I can assure you that the producers do this simply because they want to sell you the best tasting product possible. We in this country may not be as adept to brewing tea as our English brothers, but I doubt it.  No, the difference in the taste is more than likely all in the drinkers head.The biggest problem I have and the biggest problem I have noted in our country when it comes to drinking tea made using tea bags is that we seem to be a very, very impatient people.  We simply do not, generally speaking of course, do not let it steep long enough.  A tea such as the one being reviewed here needs to steep no less that three minutes; preferably at least four.  I find myself getting in a bit of a hurry at times and end up drinking very weak and rather tasteless tea simply because I did not wait long enough.Note:  Cost wise, this is on the rather high end for tea bag tea...in my opinion it is quite worth it though.Anyway, enough of my babbling...this is a good tea.  Is it the only tea I drink or ever will drink?  Of course not.  3/4s of the fun of being a tea drinker is continuing throughout life trying different blends and brands.  I will say though that I most certainly have not grown tired of this stuff...yet.Don BlankenshipThe Ozarks 
I gave up diet soda years ago. I don't enjoy fruit juice because it has too many calories.  Lipton Blackberry Vanilla Tea is now filling that void.  The most important thing is, it's DELICIOUS.  The first ingredient is Hibiscus Flowers.  Even Dr Oz has talked about the benefits of Hibiscus Flowers.  There are also Rosehips, Sweet Blackberry Leaves, dried Black Currant, Blackberry, Raspberry and Blueberry pieces.  All of that explains its remarkable fruit flavor that is not too sweet.The pyramid shaped tea bags allow water to infuse the little bouquet from several directions at once.  The bag is not paper so it's sturdier and nothing pokes through.It's caffeine free so I've enjoyed it in the evening.Blackberry Vanilla tea smells scrumptious and looks beautiful,This is my new favorite beverage.  I LOVE it. 
This tea is great.  It has a smooth taste, is priced right, and tastes great iced too!  Many friends love it too. 
When I opened the first pouch for the Ginger Pu'erh Tea Bags by Numi, the aroma was a bit off putting with an odor that seemed slightly bitter and earthy.  However, when brewed, it was surprisingly sweet and soothing and one of the most delicious teas I have tried.  Its purported health benefits (antioxidants, aid in digestion, energy with a lower amount of caffeine, etc.) are overshadowed by what is a great flavor.  Often teas alleged to have health benefits taste terrible or have no real flavor.  This one makes a great tea to have with meals.  It is easy to see why Pu'erh tea was a favorite of Chinese emperors. 
The beverage has a really delicious spiced smell.  However, just a sip made my entire mouth feel stung.  The sensation faded to a tingle and finally passed, but for me, this drink is too strong.  The taste was fine, just not the sensation.  A second sip was all to similar to the first and so I passed on the rest of the cup. 
Numi Cardamom Pu'erh tea is a delicious and flavorful treat for tea lovers. It has a delightful aroma and a smooth, earthy, and slightly spicy flavor. There is just the right amount of cadamom to give the tea it's unique flavor without being overwhelming. I tend to shy away from pricey organic products because often they aren't that much better than their less expensive counterparts (and I often recommend those less expensive alternatives in my reviews!). But after sampling this tea, I'd happily spoil myself by buying this blend (and hording it from my co-workers by keeping it in my locked desk). Excellent with honey for sweetening. 
This tea is absolutely delicious!  Normally I am a tepid fan of fruit flavored teas, but I do tend to like vanilla so I thought I would give this a try.  I tried to go into it with a positive attitude, but I have been let-down by so many before that it was difficult.  My outlook improved greatly as the smell of blackberries filled the air as I waited, a little impatiently, for the cup to be ready.  I was thrilled with the outcome.  The berry flavor was strong and excellent, with the vanilla adding a touch of smoothness to counter-act the sharp blackberry.  With my second cup, I decided to dress it up a bit and the results were amazing.  I added a touch of sugar and a bit of milk, and managed to get the taste of blackberry cobbler with a dollop of vanilla ice cream!  For those of us minding our figures, it makes a great dessert all by itself.  I suspect that the addition of a nice slice of Angel or pound cake would make the experience complete. 
This is a nice cookie for snack time if you don't want a really big and sugary cookie. It is thin like some teatime cookies but is made with real fruit and whole grains (whole wheat flour and rolled oats but also bleached wheat flour). They also don't have any high fructose corn syrup. The cookies are crispy but also crumbly, if you know what I mean. The flavor is nice and orangey citrusy with little bits of real cranberries. I really like this flavor but haven't tried the other flavors yet.Nutrition facts: Serving Size 3 cookies (30g)All information below based on serving size of 3 cookies:Calories 140 from fat 45Total fat 5g, no trans fatTotal Carbs 22 g, Dietary fibre 1g, Sugars 7gProtein 2gCholestrol 0mgSodium 95mgPotassium 40mgThese cookies are for $2.49 for the 10.5 ounce bag on regular price at my local supermarket. May be cheaper at a supercenter. The Amazon price seems to be too high. 
This 6-pack is another great deal from Amazon, especially when purchased on a subscription basis.Bigelow's decaf green tea is smooth and not bitter.  I've found green teas can be easily "burned" if you boil your water before steeping, so be sure to stop heating your water before the boiling point (I just use a Chantal ceramic teapot & heat a cup of water in it in the microwave for just 2 minutes, then steep in a cup--perfect.  I like to sweeten it with a package of Sweet Leaf Stevia==healthy antioxidant heaven & no caffeine!).Also, don't steep any green tea too long--about 3 to 3-1/2 minutes is just right for green tea--otherwise, it WILL be bitter, regardless of brand.I love the fact that these tea bags are individually packaged in foil-lined packs; tea stays fresh and delicious until you're ready to enjoy a cup.  Good quality decaf green tea is really hard to find in my local area; thanks again Amazon! 
These bars were okay. Not great. But I suppose that people who are accustomed to eating gluten-free products will find these bars tasty. The main problem I had was the high sweetness factor which I assume was used to cover up the taste of the non-traditional ingredients required for the bars to be labeled gluten free. There was a bit of a aftertaste.Also, the consistency of the bar was just a bit too chewy for my taste - more stickiness than I liked.Not bad but I'd buy a single bar to try before purchasing a full box. Very reasonably priced, though. 
If you enjoy a wide variety of coffees and often have company sitting at your table, you might have a Keurig or aBosch Tassimo T47 Beverage System and Coffee Brewer.  Tassimo has a very wide variety of T Disc coffees, many of the old-time reliable ones that people have enjoyed for years.  If you like Gevalia, Maxwell, or Tim Hortons, Tassimo has them all.  In fact some of them are bestsellers in the single-serve disc department.This Tassimo Medium Roast has a very nice taste similar to a breakfast blend I had recently.  It has a really enticing aroma and didn't have that burnt taste that you sometimes experience with some of the darker roasts.  This is not a gourmet coffee by any means, but rather a regular coffee with a  smooth taste.  I tasted it black and then added a bit of cream and sugar to enhance the flavor.What's nice about the Tassimo system (I borrowed the use of one) is that you receive a consistent cup of coffee every time.  The only difference is when you begin to add to it.  The temperature and taste don't change.  If you drink a lot of coffee, you probably would want to take a pass due to the expense of the T Discs.  If you enjoy a cup or so now and then or one a day, I think being able to select a wide variety of down-to-earth coffees makes it an excellent choice.TASSIMO:Tassimo King of Joe Dark Roast CoffeeTassimo Yuban 100% Columbian CoffeeTassimo Maxwell House Cafe Collection House Blend CoffeeTassimo Gevalia CappuccinoTassimo Corner Coffeehouse Sweet Latte, CaramelTassimo Tim Hortons CoffeeTassimo King of Joe EspressoTassimo Gevalia Dark Italian RoastGevalia Kaffe 15% Kona Blend Coffee 
I finally got around to sampling the product. The ingredients are interesting and what I understand of the manufacture are quality ingredients.  However I don't like the taste.  Not that the taste is bad but I think my personal likes have changed over the years.  I like beverages now that are straight-up and not flavored.  If I want lemon I will add freshly cut lemon to water.  If I want ginger (which I love shaved from a ginger root on a Japanese salad) I will shave my own.  However I just don't like flavored mixes any longer.  So I won't mark it down for personal preference.  I'm sure some people will find this refreshing and down their alley. 
Having lived my entire life in the great state of Louisiana, I've always been partial to local coffee brands such as Community Coffee and Mello Joy.  I try to make a point of buying these local brands for the simple fact that the money stays in Louisiana and both of them taste very good.  To me, Starbucks has always been an overpriced and overhyped brand with a brilliant marketing strategy that put them on the map.  Still, I sometimes visit the local Starbucks for a frappucino or even an Earl Grey latte when I have a bit of extra spending money on hand.I picked up Starbucks' Natural Fusions Ground Coffee, Vanilla Flavored, via the Vine program.  I have to admit that it's a very good coffee as far as flavored coffees go.  The scent of the vanilla intertwined with the coffee hits you before you even open the bag, but do not use that as a device of judgement until after you've brewed a few cups of this coffee.As I've already said, the smell of vanilla is strong, but the actual vanilla flavor is very slight.  In fact, the vanilla is very hard to taste at all.I decided to brew this coffee in two separate ways:  1) Per the instructions on the bag (two tablespoons per six ounces of water) and 2) By my normal method (three tablespoons per six ounces of water).After brewing the coffee, I drank each brewed cup in three different ways:  1) black (which is my normal method of drinking coffee), 2) with one teaspoon of cream and one teaspoon of sugar, and 3) with two teaspoons of cream and two teaspoons of sugar.What I immediately noticed was that the bag's brewing instructions suited my personal taste best.  My normal brewing method made the coffee stronger (as I like it), but didn't alter the taste at all.When I drank the coffee black in both brewing cases, I noticed almost no difference in the taste, although the coffee's body was a bit heavier in the second brewing method.  The vanilla flavor was miniscule.With one teaspoon of cream and one teaspoon of sugar, I found that the vanilla flavor stood out a bit more, but was still fairly weak.  The overall taste of the coffee was good, though.With two teaspoons of cream and sugar, the vanilla came into its own a bit more, but could not overtake the coffee's taste itself.Overall, this is a coffee drinker's flavored coffee.  If you want a fuller, sweeter vanilla taste and less coffee taste, look elsewhere.  If you only drink flavored coffees as a treat but prefer the taste of medium to dark roast coffee alone, this brew will be right up your alley.I personally enjoyed this coffee, and plan to buy more of it soon. 
Nutritionally speaking this is a decent package, but it was in no way good enough to justify the price. The salmon spread was fishy, the chocolate was waxy and the crackers were flavorless. The only great thing in here was the roasted soy nuts, which I can get elsewhere. Not worth retail, that is for sure. 
Tea is my favorite beverage for just about any occasion. I'm always looking for good teas and new flavors to try, but I cannot drink caffeinated beverages after around 3PM, or I just don't sleep well at night. So I was curious to try this, as herbal teas tend to fit the bill nicely for an evening cup to relax with after the kids are in bed. Unfortunately, the tea was nowhere as good as it sounded like it could have been.When I opened the box, the smell was delicious. Primarily blackberry, with the teeniest hint of vanilla. I boiled some water, and let the tea steep for what was supposed to be 5 minutes. I got a little distracted, so in actuality, it was probably closer to 8 minutes before I took the bag out of the cup. The color was absolutely gorgeous - a deep purple that you would associate with the blackberry flavor. The smell was pretty good, though no vanilla could be detected. I tasted the tea without sweetener first, and it while it was decently sweet on its own - it had very little flavor! After an 8-minute steep! I could detect a little bit of the blackberry, and no vanilla. I tasted it 3 times this way, including using the tasting method that professional tasters used. Then I added 1 tsp. of sugar. Interestingly, this did bring out the vanilla flavor a little bit, but I still ended up with little more than sweetened water.I am bummed, as this sounded like it would be a delicious addition to my tea cabinet. However, while I will finish the box (probably with longer steep times), I will not buy another box of this. There is just not enough flavor to be worth it. 
I always enjoy how a flavored coffee or tea smells.  I've usually found that the taste is never as good as the smell.  In the case of Lipton Blackberry Vanilla Herbal Pyramid Tea Bags, this has been my experience.  The bag is an eye-catching design that entices because of the texture of the tea and infusions.  The smell is amazing!  I would make this into an air freshener in a heartbeat!  The flavor wasn't bad, but it was overpoweringly blackberry.  I couldn't even taste the vanilla.This would be an outstanding blackberry tea, but this product doesn't live up to the description on the carton. 
USDA organic, non GMO, high in Antioxidants, recyclable boxes made of 85% post consumer waste - sign me up!This tea is good, and even better it comes from a company that knows healthy products and minimizes the environmental impact of their operations. The tea has a pleasant dark coloration, and a strong "earthy" taste. I wasn't able to taste the cardamom that strongly, but still appreciated the flavor of this tea.I tested the tea to see if it would become bitter if the tea bag was left in, and even after 15 minutes it still did not pick up the nasty flavor that dark teas usually infuse after the tea bags are left in too long. Great for someone who is not looking to time their tea to the exact second when making it.A word of caution - they are not kidding when they say "higher caffeine" on the box. I would be careful drinking this near bedtime if you are sensitive to caffeine.Overall a great product from a great company. 
Peeled Snacks Organic Apple Clusters Cinnamon Crunch didn't agree with my taste buds and I didn't enjoy the taste of these at all. I ate a few of the apple clusters and couldn't really take the taste of them any longer, so I drank a little water and tasted them again but that didn't help.The apples are really tart which make them difficult to enjoy and the crisp of the clusters did very little to improve the taste of these snacks. I tried these by eating them straight out of the bag but when I saw that the taste was not good I tried mixing them with my favorite yogurt and yeah that didn't help any. Good concept but very poor execution. 
I love cardamom, and the smell of it from opening a packet of Numi Cardamom Pu'erh Tea was promising. However, the tea itself was disappointing. I let it brew for 10 minutes but the flavor was weak: both the tea component and the cardamom. Indeed it was hard to tell there was much cardamom at all in the brewed tea. The flavor on the whole was not bad, but certainly not anything I would pay extra for. 
This is a wonderful quality white jasmine tea. Rishi has done a fantastic job of selecting tea leaves for this product. The quality is excellent. The whole leaves unfurl beautifully to a lovely fresh green while brewing. The aroma is so fresh and inviting (a light airy jasmine, not a heavy heady jasmine) and the tea is smooth and soothing. Very nice, I will buy again!Is this review helpful? Let me know, please vote. :-) 
I love Ginger and used to like it when the Chinese restaurants I went to when I was young always served a nice pot of Ginger Tea with ones meal.  This tea brought me right back to those days, it has a pleasing aroma and nice ginger taste without being overwhelming.  If you like ginger teas, I don't think you can go wrong with this blend.  Please note that since it a black tea it most likely has caffeine, though I can't seem to find any reference to it--that's okay with me because I like caffiene, but if you're looking for a caffiene free herbal tea this may not be the one for you.  I would also like to note that I did not get this tea for it health supplement claims, so I can't either endorse or deny that it does or doesn't do what they claim.  All I know is that it tastes good and I like it, any health enhancing qualities are just icing on the cake. 
. . . my family liked!As noted in previous reviews, my family has tried all three of the new Taco Bell sauces.  The Jalepeno and the Ranchero met with decidedly mixed reviews, and I don't have any particular intent to purchase them again.This sauce, however, my family, especially my kids, really liked.  We eat a fair amount of "Tex-Mex" at our house, and the fridge is typically full of sauces of various types.  This one was spicy -- but not overpowering, and had a really nice flavor.This one will be a repeat purchase. 
This is NOT your usual type of tea. I do not think this actually qualifies to be called a "tea"in the real sense of the word. I doubt if the sachets contain much by way of actual tea leaves at all. So don't expect the usual flavored tea. This is more like a brew of actual garden vegetables. The taste of the vegetables is clearly defined and strong. It has a taste similar to what you will get if you drink the water of boiled vegetables. Not many people will like that. I would call this a vegetable brew rather than a tea. I like it, but not for an every day drink. Just for once in a while when i want to shock my taste buds. 
I've been using coconut oil for a while and have tried 2 different brands. This is the third brand I taste and so far, it's the best one.  I made some veggie chips and they turned out so crisp and flavorful.  Though the oil does not have a strong coconut flavor, it enhanced the flavor of the vegetables I cooked, they were so good.  It makes great popcorn and gives salmon a delicious touch.  I've also used it on my skin and face.  It absorbs fairly quickly and leaves my skin so smooth.  I really like it. 
Chips Ahoy! Chewy Gooey Chocofudge / B004U43ZO0I received these cookies and their extra-chocolate counterparts at the same time, and I'm a little disappointed with both.I was skeptical that packaged cookies would be soft, but these cookies actually are very soft around the edges. Unfortunately, the mouth-feel is very unpleasant to me: they feel a little like wet bread in my mouth. Once the edges have fallen off, you hit the center core of fudge -- it's basically a hard chocolate disk inside the cookie that needs warming for a second or two in the microwave beforehand.These aren't the worst cookies I've ever eaten, but I didn't enjoy them at all and really wanted to throw them away after the first few had been eaten -- there's a strange aftertaste that I don't much care for. There's also a bit of a "fake chocolate" smell to the cookies that is unpleasant -- my husband took one sniff of each package and refused to try any, saying that they "smelled bad".I really like the idea these cookies represent, and I hope that Chips Ahoy can get the recipe right in their next attempt -- it's a good idea, but just doesn't quite come together in execution.NOTE: This review is based on a free Advance Review Copy of this product provided through Amazon Vine.~ Ana Mardoll 
In one pouch, there is 1.4g of sodium which is 60% of the recommended daily maximum.This soup is moderately spicy.  The consistency is thick.  The vegetables (except the corn) and chicken get lost in the heavy soup.  There was a good amount of Chorizo but I really didn't taste any chicken.  I'm sure it's in there -- I just didn't taste it.Even though I never heat anything in plastic in the microwave, I followed the label instructions and nuked it for 2 1/2 minutes.  It worked.I got this for free when orderingLundberg Wild Blend, Gourmet Blend of Wild and Whole Grain Brown Rice, Gluten Free, 16-Ounce Bags (Pack of 6) Package May Vary.  That's ironic since this product represents everything I dislike about prepared food unlike the rice which is excellent.Campbell's seems to be targeting the hip, young, generation with this product.  When will they get the message that their soups are too salty?  I showed this to my college age child and he said he wouldn't eat it. 
This Higgins & Burke tea is pretty tasty.  The Lemon Balm, Lemon Grass, and Verbena work well with the green tea, taking away the 'dry' aspects of green tea and making it a bit more 'green leafy' and lemony.I liked it as-is.  Then again, I generally don't add anything to any green tea.  Not sweetener nor milk.I think you're more likely to like this Green Tea mix if you don't set your tastebuds for straight green tea as the overall flavor is radically different.  But if you are looking for something really pleasant to have after dinner, or along with a snack, this might be the thing.Pam T~ 
Man, this stuff is just great. When I first got it, I wasn’t sure where it was going to get the most use—in the bathroom or in the kitchen. Coconut oil is well known to be a tremendous beauty product, and I thought my wife would want to claim it as a moisturizer and to use on her hair. I was more interested in it as a cooking oil, for which coconut oil is equally famous.Ultimately, the kitchen won and this “Viva Labs #1 Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil” has become a permanent resident next to our stove. It’s amazing. It works perfectly as a butter substitute, greases up a pan better than Crisco, and has become my wife and I’s favorite handy cooking oil.  It has a nice, subtle scent and imparts just a hint of coconut taste that we both really love. We use this for Sunday morning omelets, for frying vegetables, for baking, for  popping popcorn , for … just about everything.It’s sooo lovely to cook with. About the only thing I can compare it to is duck fat, which melts in about the same way and also adds a nice unctuous flavor and undertones.And yes, it also makes a great moisturizer and hair product. There is a reason why coconut oil is an ingredient in so many beauty products.  On its own, it is just as effective. And you get that nice, subtle coconut smell … mmmmmm, does it make my wife smell yummy!I got a sample of this from Viva Labs for review, but I will definitely be placing an order for some more. It’s that good. And probably two tubs next time; one for the kitchen and one for the bathroom. 
I chose Numi Organic Tea's Cardamom Pu.erh tea because it claimed to have more antioxidants than green tea and I have always drunk green tea because of its health benefits.What I liked about this tea on my first sip is that it is a solid tasting tea the way tea used to taste before they started adding flavors and other taste supplements. After swallowing the tea there is a lingering taste remindful of some kind of herb, which I suppose is the cardamom.Cardamom is a plant popular in India and Guatemala that is related to the ginger family. I liked the lingering taste, whatever it was, and appreciated the no-nonsense taste overall.Numi Organic claims this tea is an ancient healing tea because pu.erh is picked form 500-year-old organic wild tea trees in Yunnan, China. The teabags are biodegradable.The only issue I had with this product is that the only way I could open the individual packages holding the teabags was to use scissors (they were too tight for my teeth to handle). But I suppose that makes them air-tight which is a good thing.  I really like this tea and will try it again after using up the 16 teabags that come in the box. 
Fair Trade is more expensive than none Fair Trade product. I just wish it was a Fair Trade product since many producers sell organic which is the most common form of quinoa sold anywhere but a very limited Fair Trade organic quinoa and this certainly is not although a good quinoa. Prices of red quinoa has been going up to $10 a pound, which is the most expensive quinoa, than black, rainbow and yellow.KEEN-Waah... A complete protein source, a seed related to other healthy cousins like spinach and beets. In a pot I place quinoa, frozen peas, carrots, corn, add water and tomato paste. Spinach is added at the end the last minute. Stewing tomatoes for a half hour increases the cancer fighting lycopene content by 35 percent. Cooking also unlocks another nutrient, beta-carotene, in corn and carrots since heat breaks down the fibrous cell walls, releasing more of these antioxidants. The same goes for spinach but then you need to get your vitamin C from something else since that is the first vitamin which is depleted with heat. I saute lots of onion separately then in ten minutes I add paprika, cumin, dillweed, gram marsala, crushed red pepper, turmeric and lots of garlic2 x 2 Pound Fresh Garlic USA California Heirloom Monviso Gilroy Finest (4 Pounds Total), mix it well and add the mix to the pot and let it sit without heat for five minutes. This is what vegans consume instead of beef since it is a complete protein. Greens, vegetables, nuts, seeds, etc. may have protein but the fact is that only quinoa has a complete protein and all others do not since all others are missing few amino acids here and there but not quinoa. I rarely ever consume beef, chicken, etc. so fish and quinoa are the only source of complete protein with all amino acids for me. Organic, whole grain, very fulfilling due to some starch with host of vitamins, minerals that no beef or chicken can even come close to. Cooks in ten minutes with some water, no fat, no salt, no sugar... I consume it with eggplant, onions, okra, smoked hearings, curry type dishes with lots of spices and delicious juices. I never ever have to wash and rinse before cooking either. I keep the uncooked portions in double zip lock bags in freezer. I consume so much that I never have to worry about the unused portion going rancid and unlike brown rice which loses its oil in less than six months and becomes worthless even if kept in freezer, quinoa will last longer. Obviously I never ever do that with any food since I only purchase what I need in order to get the nutrients which are a healthy portion of my diet. Gluten free, the best product for me when I go camping since all I do is add lemon and tomato and that way I never have to worry about paying arm and leg for that lousy, awful tasting dry foods. I ground chia+flax+sesame, mix it with cocoa+isolate+soy milk before my workouts every single day or no workout regardless. Three tbsp of quinoa in my power drink offers me 4gr of pure, complete protein with all amino acids. I add organic paprika to regular yellow quinoa and it turns the dish into a beautiful red color. Healthy, healthier and healthiest of many seeds, delicious sprouts only in 3 days with all amino acids. I am an athlete with a healthy diet. I used to consume brown rice heavily years ago but no longer. I can consume quinoa with tomato and lemon juice and it is the best food I can take with me anywhere on any sports trip and I do not even have to wash it either. Delicious, delicious, delicious.FRESHNESS: Fresh means nutritious and delicious. I consume lots of seeds, beans, grains, vegetables, etc. and freshness is a priority regardless of the brand so I always purchase my food ingredients in small quantities from reputable sellers with high turnover. When fresh, food is nutritious and that goes for any food in any form, from frozen to canned. Fresh food is nutritious as well as delicious since nutrients give food its delicious taste. When old or rancid, nutrients are gone and any food item becomes an empty calories with no taste and absolutely worthless regardless of the brand or price, organic or conventional. For few years I consumed seeds in oil form since physicians advised me to do so not knowing that majority are not aware that seeds hardly offer any nutrients unless; seeds are fresh, not old which means rancid, not in oil form, not in supplement form, not hulled, ground and consumed within few days, kept in dark cold temperatures, away from light-sun-moisture since the oil in seeds and nuts go rancid regardless. That is why brown rice which has its nutrients will go rancid even if kept in freezer while white rice will last for years at room temperature since it hardly has any nutrients or oil. I ground in my coffee grinder sesame, flax, chia, amaranth, hemp then add cocoa, isolate protein, soy milk and consume it before my workouts on daily basis for its vitamins, minerals, protein and many nutrients, without much spike in my glucose. Un-hulled seeds are full of nutrients. I never consume hulled seeds which are empty calories, absolutely worthless since the nutrients have been removed.STARCH: Some carbohydrates, such as sugars and most starch are rapidly digested and absorbed as glucose into the body through the small intestine and subsequently used for short-term energy needs or stored. Resistant starch on the other hand, resists digestion and passes through to the large intestine where it acts like dietary fiber. Sugar, honey, maple syrup, white flour, white rice, whole-grain pastry flour, packaged cold cereals, commercial fruit juices, and fruit-juice sweetened beverages are the same foods some dentists claim rots the teeth from the inside out by changing the balance and ratio of calcium to phosphorous in the bloodstream. Your immune system goes down when you wolf down sweets, especially around events and holiday meals. High Glycemic foods quickly turn to sugar in your blood stream, causing excess insulin to pour into your blood to get rid of the excess sugar. The excess insulin pushes the calcium and fat into your arteries, especially if you have only a few cholesterol receptors on your liver (which is genetic). Whole wheat and white bread have essentially the same impact on blood sugar so I try to consume bread with whole sprouted grains, even flourless breads, and no-yeast breads. Black beans, northern beans, navy beans, red kidney beans, lentils, split peas, black-eyed peas, brown rice, rolled oats, millet, corn, black rice are all Resistance Starch. King of starch for me is quinoa and Navy Beans before and post expedition trips, 17.6gr vs. 15.4gr for 100gr serving. No wonder the price of quinoa is going up, up, up... 
Please see "tea.jpg" photo on this page. The color once steeped is tremendous, a really great ruby-red that looks like it's out of a 1940s Technicolor movie. The aroma is very pleasant, sweet and floral. The taste, however, leaves a bit to be desired. The aroma is promising you the moon and your brain is going "Yes, yes, yes!" and then the taste doesn't have the goods, you know? Kind of thin-tasting. I've had a locally-produced hibiscus tea which has a more assertive flavor (if not the incredible color). I'm going to let this cool down and make some iced tea later and see if that doesn't help this tea out a bit. Another sip. The aroma is heavenly. But the taste is absent.This comes not in a teabag, but a clever little synthetic-material pyramid for some reason. Very novel. Novelty is valuable. Really just the fact that this stuff is so different and comes in a little pyramid tea infuser would make it a nice stocking-stuffer type gift for the tea lover(s) in your life. Or "teabags" as a British ex-roommate once described dedicated tea drinkers. Another sip. Still kind of weak-tasting, but I wonder if you couldn't put this stuff in a room humidifier... (don't try this, it's just a thought because this tea smells so great)...The flavor is growing on me, but it's still thin-tasting compared to the incredible aroma...---Unfortunately, this tea wasn't very good as iced tea. Kind of tasted like watered-down fruit punch. 
These all-organic snacks have natural ingredients and no preservatives.  One serving, 1/4 cup, is 60 calories, counts as one serving of fruit, and provides 8% of your DV of fiber.  The clusters are made of finely chopped dried apples and have a nice cinnamon taste that is reminiscent of an apple pie.  They are pretty crunchy, and I found some of the pieces to be a bit harder than others, so those with soft or sensitive teeth may want to tread carefully.  Overall a yummy snack that I felt good about eating. 
Numi Organic Savory Tea is unlike any sort of tea I've had before. I had no idea what to expect but was intrigued by the idea of organic vegetables and spices blended together to create brand new experience. Numi Tea has created six blends to appeal to those brave enough to try it & what better way the with the Savory Tea Garden Sampler.The box contains 6 flavors and 12 tea bags, so you can have a cup for yourself and share if you so choose. The blends you'll find are Carrot Curry, Beet Cabbage, Tomato Mint, Spinach Chive, Brocoli Cilantro, & Fennel Spice. The tea is 100% organic as well as non-GMO verified. Each flavor inspired from recipes around the world.I think the sampler is a very good option if interested in trying these teas out. I say that because I honestly really liked some better than others. To each their own taste, I say though. My favorite out of all six is the Spinach Chive! It leaves an aftertaste like if you were have spinach and chive dip just without the added sour cream. And the Tomato Mint was another that I liked, being the mint lover that I am. I was kinda upset I didn't like the Carrot Curry flavor more. I felt it needed to be a bit spicier and the carrot stronger in taste.The flavors of the teas aren't overly strong as one would have assumed from smelling the tea bag. I was a little shocked thinking they would have tasted more like broth or soup. I was hoping it would have been a bit stronger. I will state that each flavor tasted exquisitely fresh and quite distinct though. No sugar or cream is needed and the teas can be drank hot or cold.I'd recommend trying them out if you are looking for something different. They compliment certain meals in my opinion quite well. I think they may also be an interesting addition to your cooking.  You may just discover and brand new tea obsession. But do try out the sampler pack first! 
The first thing I did when I received this product was take off the top and inhale. The blend of herbs inside smells wonderful. So far I have used it to season chicken, fish and vegetables and have had good results. I also made a balsalmic dressing per the directions on the label and I think it tastes really good.As other reviewers have said, this is a versatile product. You can make eight 8 oz. portions of salad dressing from one bottle, or use it to season various foods.  Either way, the results are very good, in my opinion.  I also like the fact that while sea salt is one of the main ingredients, the product does not taste salty.  I bought a couple of Costco/Kirkland seasoning products, one for fish and one for steaks, and the salt is very apparent in both.  This is a much more balanced product. Tasty, and nothing dominates in the blend.I liked it so much that I ordered the Napa and French versions of the seasonings from this manufacturer and can't wait to give those a try. I give this two thumbs up for taste and value.(added on 7/3/08): I had to update my review.  This and the other two flavors, the Napa and French, are soooo good.  Yes they are sort of pricey but compare the quantity to those little 1 oz or less containers they have at the store selling for $5 and these really are not a bad value at all.  I've been using these on all kinds of food and they are great.  Very flavorful, not too salty.  These are my "go-to" spices now. 
Licorice tea? You're crazy!  NOPE, this stuff is my favorite tea now and I can't recommend it enough. I have given several packets to my friends over the years and each one has enjoyed it.  Also, the price was decent - I'm happy. 
Our family goes through a lot of graham crackers.  We always buy big packs, and are partial to our name brand (H. Maid), so I was eager to try another brand.Likes:- Smell: these smell fresh, wheat, cinnamon, and apple aroma.- Texture: these are a little firmer and crunchier than our usual name brand.- Flavor: good overall flavor.  These are very slightly sweeter than the plain (honey) variety by this brand.  Cinnamon is not overdone, thankfully.  My 2 year old and I love these.- Nutrition: good.  Similar amount of sugar as brand names, but more fiber (2g versus 1 for name brand).- Ingredients: maybe slightly less processed than name brand.  I personally consider evaporated cane juice to be 99.99% the same as "sugar".Dislikes:- The box is a little small for our family of graham cracker fanatics.  10 ounces can go pretty quick here.  The crackers are a bit more dense though so they seem to last well.Overall a very tasty graham cracker. The great flavor and extra bit of fiber make it a win in our book. 
This tea is good, but important to only leave it steeping for about two minutes- Otherwise it will be really sweet! I have a large mug also. When I didn't over steep it was nice, fresh and perfectly sweet! 
If you couldn't tell, it's a bottle of water. A really big bottle of water. It has a slight taste to it, like one person said kind of a tap water taste, but I didn't think it was bad. I didn't particularly find it any more refreshing than any other water. I don't know if I truly felt the effects of the "best available pH" (9.5). It did have a pretty silky feel to it as I drank it. It is supposed to have electrolytes in it so if you want to be able to have hard workouts in the heat where electrolytes are truly needed and you don't want the sweet taste of sports drinks or Vitamin Water AND you don't mind the high price, this may be for you. 
There are several things a coffee lover looks for in their brew.. the aroma, the color and the taste are what I look for. When I opened the individual pack, I was hit with a wonderful coffee scent.  The pod looks typical, and are made for a pod machine.  When I made my first cup, since the aroma was strong, I filled the machine with a good sized mug's worth of water, and made a cup.  When it was done, the color was fairly light, so I only added a small amount of milk.  Still, the flavor was a bit too bland for me, and I like a mild coffee.  For the second cup, I used a smaller mug, and in return got a darker, more flavorful cup, so that is my recommendation with this brand.  Some other things I love about this brand:  it's organic, sustainably grown and Fair Trade certified. That's a lot of benefits for only about 75 cents a cup.  The even have their own foundation to support youth soccer programs.  This is a good deal.  The only thing that I would change is the individual wrap, which seems like an excess of packaging for a company dedicated to the environment. 
All of the "Sparkling ICE Spring Water" flavors are delicious. Unfortunately, for medical reasons I have been told to curtail my use of anything carbonated, so I will probably not be purchasing them again. If you have no medical reason to avoid carbonated drinks, I thing you will find these very satisfying. They are large, so the price, to me, is reasonable. 
I love peach tea (and anything peach flavored), but this has has a cinnamon flavor that is too strong. I wanted so badly to give it 5 stars, but I wouldn't be honest if I did. I don't like the cinnamon flavor. To me, peach and cinnamon don't belong together. Peach is summer and cinnamon is winter. This tea might be better in the winter as hot tea, but then again, not, because peach is too summery. Cinnamon would go better with apple flavor. As soon as I finish this box, I will not buy it again.The cinnamon is way too strong.  It made me sick at my stomach, and the aftertaste is horrible. 
The first taste of the black coffee was somewhat bitter with a clean chocolate after taste. The addition of Sugar mellowed it out and eliminated the bitterness. The addition of milk turned it into ambrosia. I kind of expected to be disappointed because other chocolate flavored coffees I've tried have not been very good. This is good, the chocolate flavor is excellent.  The smell is absolutely delightful,it drew family members into the kitchen to ask what that wonderful fragrance was.The lovely aroma was so enthralling that the family member who dislikes/hates coffee insisted on having a cup. She loved it sweetened with milk added and will drink it again.  We joked about using it as a room freshener or wearing it as perfume. This is a very fine grind, a rounded tablespoon of coffee to 6 ounces of water makes a very strong brew. It can be diluted and retains its flavor. My husband loved it too and wants me to buy it when it is available. I think this tastes best sweetened. 
You need a pod maker capable of making this.  Maybe I'm a retard but I didn't know that based on the vine description.  Doesn't smell all that great.Honestly none of the instant coffees are any good, just get up 5 minutes earlier and make a pot of real coffee, hello. 
This is an updated review to reflect my having finally gotten an unsugared version of issimo.Finally, a can of coffee without sugar.  I'm a big fan of illy coffee, and hated writing the previous review, but now that there's an unsugared version (and there might always have been, I just hadn't seen it) I can say that I'm a fan.  Yes, it's still canned not bottled and yes it's still a smallish can to those of us who would cheerfully sign up for IV coffee delivery, but those things aside, what shines out now is the good, clean, smooth flavor of the coffee.  I was able to drink it black which is pretty unusual for me.The price point is a bit lower now, which is a good thing, but it's still a bit steep for less than seven ounces of something you can brew at home.  Granted illy has always been a premium-priced coffee, but it's still cheaper to make it yourself.  However, by comparison those god-awful energy drinks, I think illy wins the portable caffeine contest hands down.  And while it's really convenient to carry a can with you, it's not nearly as inexpensive as stopping at your local S'bucks for a tall coffee. I never thought I'd have occasion to write that...Bottom line is that this stuff tastes pretty good for what it is, but a lot of my original objections still stand.  See the following for my initial review.***I really wish I knew what was up with this country and sweeteners.  These days you can barely get a cup of coffee somewhere without someone dumping sugar into it without asking.  So along comes Illy's ready-to-drink "espresso-style" coffee and I imagine I should have guessed that it would be sweetened.  I didn't.  It was an unpleasant shock,not only because I hate sugar in my coffee, but because you have to check the ingredient list to find the sugar. Okay, fair enough, you should look at the ingredient list on everything you put in your mouth, but it should also say "pre-sweetened" on the front of the can. I'm just sayin'.All that aside, and making an honest attempt to evaluate the stuff in spite of the sugar, I'd have to say that it's a good, smooth, tasty brew.  I've always liked Illy coffee and this brewed stuff isn't half bad for something that comes out of a can.  I think I'd prefer it from a glass bottle, but what are the odds of that happening? As it is, the flavor of the can isn't a huge problem, but it sure doesn't add anything to the experience.Tiny can doesn't go very far either.  Presumably the reason why Illy has produced a ready-to-drink brew is for people who want to grab a can out of the fridge and swig it down.  If they're going to heat it... well no, I don't even want to think about that.  Ugh. So it's meant to be drunk cold.  Twelve ounces would have made more sense in that case.  This isn't a tiny cup of hot espresso we're talking about, it's a cold beverage. If Illy is going to bow down to the Sugar Gods of America, they can darn well do a bit of homage to the Gods of Conspicuous Consumption, too.  But $2 for less than 7 ounces of coffee?  Thanks but no thanks as Sarah Palin famously remarked.  @2 for a 12 oz can is still a bit high, but more acceptable overall.So kudos to Illy for using sugar instead of HFCS, but points off for using any sweetener at all.  Good flavor and body, but cans just don't lend themselves to a good coffee-drinking experience.  Cans are too small and the price is too high.  Buy a tin of Illy and brew your own.  It'll taste better and you'll save money. 
I first saw these cookies at "Big Lots" discount store. They were on sale there for $1.80. Their appearance in Big Lots means that they didn't sell especially well or too many were made so they were shuffled off to an outlet store. This doesn't have to be a bad sign, but it often reflects that a product isn't the most popular among consumers.These are not the best that Keebler has to offer in their cookie line up, but that doesn't have to be a bad thing. On the plus side, the cookies have a decent texture and are crispy and fresh. The filling has a good lemon flavor, albeit an artificial one. They're also very sweet, but most sandwich cookies with a cream-style filling are. That's often the purpose of the filling, but it can be overpowering cumulatively if you're not having a drink along with them.Usually when I sample a product which I'm not crazy about, but I think it's generally okay, I wonder who the target market is supposed to be. Given the Keebler brand mascots, I tend to think they're targeting children, but lemon isn't that popular a flavor among kids (who tend to prefer chocolate or vanilla). My sense is that these are not going to really appeal to most kids are are too sweet for most adults. This may explain why they're on sale at Big Lots. Though not a bad cookie, I wouldn't go out of my way to have these again. 
This is my first time trying PURE fruit and nut bar.  I don't know what I was expecting, maybe the taste of a regular trail mix bar.  It's hard to describe what the PURE bar (blueberry flavor) tastes like, but it's not an unpleasant flavor.  The fruity flavor is obvious, and the nuts do not overwhelm the tastebuds.  I like that the bar is soft and chewy, and not too sweet.  Also, it's made out of all natural and organic ingredients, with nothing processed.  That to me is worth having a bar that doesn't have the conventional taste of other energy bars.  The taste is not bad, but it's not delicious either.  However, the bar is filling and doesn't make you feel guilty about eating it, because the ingredients are so healthy.I would recommend these bars as snacks, but they do have plenty of calories, so I wouldn't eat too many of them at once.  But that's true of any kind of snack. 
As I'm writing this review, I'm drinking a bottle of water that I've used this product with. The fruit punch flavor is nice, and having this product sure makes it convenient to add those "vitamins" to your drink. Overall, I'm very happy with the product, but only have two complaints. If indicates 1 squeeze for every 8 ounces. What exactly is 1 squeeze? Is it a long squeeze? A short squeeze? I don't feel I've completely found the happy medium yet. The first time I tried the product,  I found I had to squeeze it about 3-4 times to get enough saturation in the drink to actually taste the fruit punch and act more like I'd expect it to be. Subsequent uses I've done longer squeezes, and that seems to do the trick. Sometimes I do find I've squeezed too much though, and have more flavor than I'd prefer. The other complaint I have isn't necessary due to the product itself, but due to water bottles. They're filled to the brim when you get them, so in order to use this product you have to drink some. Not a big deal, and not really a fault of the product itself, but is definitely an inconvenience. Overall, however, this is a great way to add some flavor and vitamins to your drink without having to pickup vitamin water or a sport drink. Just buy the regular bottled water, and when you feel you need some flavor, just squeeze a decent amount in, and you'll be set. 
I like the fact that although there is the suggested amount for 6 to 8 oz of water, you can add as much as you want. It can be as weak or strong as you want. I like it a bit stronger, so I added an extra teaspoon or two and added it warm milk instead of water and it worked well. The flavor of peppermint is not very strong. I think it is just right, not over powering. It definitely ideal for the Christmas, especially since I live in Upstate New York and at Christmas, we will most likely have snow on the ground and it will be cold. It will be nice to have something nice to drink, since I am not a big coffee drinker, I am the type of person that likes something a bit more fancy. 
I am a huge vanilla flavor fan. I love anything vanilla flavored. So naturally, I figured that I would love this coffee. The aroma is great when I open the package and dumped the ground coffee into my coffeemaker. I had high expectations for this.The coffee itself, once it is made is actually only decent tasting. I could only taste a very small hint of vanilla in it and it might have been because of my creamer and not the actual coffee itself. It was a bit bitter compared to other coffees that I have had and very rich. I usually take my coffee with cream and a small amount of sweetner and never really had problems with it being still too bitter.Next time, I guess I'll just use more cream and sweetner. Don't get me wrong, this is not completely horrible and I still enjoy Starbucks. It just surprised me as how bitter it was. 
I usually drink real tea, but from time to time I like an herbal tea, especially iced. This has a great aroma and a  nice flavor, though more just  generally fruity than discernably blackberry. As with any food or drink, the taste is personal and subjective.I do like the pyramid bags- they seem to infuse faster and of course they do look prettier than flat bags.A nice variation on herbal tea both hot and iced. 
Looking for a way to spice up your drinking water and getting tired of adding lemons or limes?  Lipton's Tea & Honey mix adds a flavorful new option already divided into individual serving packets, which makes it easy to add to a water bottle on the go or a full glass of water at home.This particular flavor is quite different from the standard powdered mixed drinks, having a strong honey taste with a light strawberry twist.  There isn't much sugar in it either, at only 2 grams per packet, so it's an option to consider for diabetics or people watching their sugar intake.Plenty of other reviewers have noted there is a small amount of sucralose (Splenda) in here, which is something to consider if you don't care for artificial sweeteners. As the husband of someone with Type 1 diabetes I've gotten quite used to it and find it to be a very enjoyable flavor, so it didn't personally bother me at all.If you don't have time to brew up iced tea at home and want a quick flavor boost for water, this is a great option, and is an excellent way to make bottled water more exciting on picnics or car trips. 
I've never heard of Pu'erh but apparently it has more antioxidants than regular green tea. That's always nice to hear, especially since I'm not too much of a fan of green tea. The tea has a very nice aroma, without it smelling like potpourri. The taste is subtle and pleasant. I drink it with scones, or croissants, but it really could go with just about anything. It's not very overwhelming which is a huge plus because I can't stand strong, fragrant teas. I will be purchasing more of this in the future. 
I'm actually not much of a tea drinker - I don't really like the taste of hot tea itself, as I often find it rather bitter, and it's associated in my memory with medicine, since my parents often gave it to me when I was sick.  I do like some flavored teas, especially cinnamon, which cover up some of the tea taste and once in a while I will have some chamomile tea to relax.  This tea sounded rather intriguing.  Blackberry and vanilla sounded almost more like a dessert than a tea.  So I thought I would try it.And I'm glad I did.  The blackberry and vanilla flavors do indeed cover up the tea taste, while at the same time not being overpowering.  Both flavors are distinctive.  I had my husband try a sip without telling him what it was.  He got the vanilla right away.  He knew there was a fruity flavor which he guessed was "lemon?  No, wait, raspberry or blackberry".  The tea also has a pleasant, rich but mellow aroma.This tea comes in rather interesting pyramidal-shaped tea bags.  I'm not enough of a tea expert to know how that affects the flavor, but these teabags don't get that unpleasant, soggy used teabag feel after being steeped, which is a plus in my book.The instructions suggest steeping for 4 to 6 minutes.  For my first cup I tried 4 minutes, but that made a rather weak brew for my tastes.  Six minutes worked well for me.  While I was preparing my third cup, I was also preparing hot chocolate for my daughters, and when I added milk to their drinks, I inadvertently added milk to mine as well.  Sometimes I like milk in my tea (to cover up the tea taste), but I don't recommend it with this tea - it doesn't go well with the blackberry flavor.  I also don't think sugar is necessary, as the vanilla and blackberry both offer a hint of sweetness on their own.I don't know what a tea purist would make of this tea, but as a non-tea-lover, I found it to be just the right combination of bold and mellow with just enough sweetness to help the "medicine" go down.  Recommended. 
I tried the wild blueberry organic pure bar.  It was okay.  The smell was overwhelmingly blueberry - almost synthetic smelling - but I checked and the product is all natural and all organic.  Our household is a Lara Bar household so it was interesting to compare this to our normal fare.  The PURE bar is very greasy, which I thought was kind of weird.  The taste was okay.  Not great.  There were nice chunks of nuts, much bigger than you would find in a Lara bar.  I definitely won't change brands, but it is nice to know that there are other options out there if you find yourself in a place that doesn't carry the Lara Bar.  You do have to know that these types of bars have plenty of fat, nuts and thus calories in them, a bit under 2 ounces and a bit under 200 calories.  They are much denser than your regular run-of-the-mill granola or fiber bar and they are definitely "healthy" tasting.  All in all, just okay.  I'm sticking with Lara Bars. 
About this product, it must be said: I didn't have very high hopes. I'm not into the whole "flavored water" thing (my choice of flavored water being Diet Coke), and I think the energy beverage craze is a joke (you want high energy levels? GET MORE SLEEP!), and so ultimately this product, at least for me, comes down to one thing: taste.In that area it's merely ok. It tastes kind of like Kool Aid fruit punch, only not quite as good. It also has a vaguely medicinal taste about it, and as I mentioned in the headline, a lingering aftertaste. Whether that taste is good not depends on how much you like the flavor. As it is, I'm wishing I had some Diet Coke around.This isn't by any means a bad product, but I'm fairly sure that you could get the same effect with sugar-free Kool Aid or the like, and probably spend a lot less money. Or, alternatively, get a good night's sleep, drink plain water and eat an orange. You'll have pretty much the same outcome. 
As a lifelong Oreo lover, I just had to try these, even though I rarely eat refined sugar anymore.  I was not wild about the flavor, which was not really that similar to the classic Oreo flavor.  I did like the texture of the cream in the center, but I was simply not wowed by these.  I missed the crunch of the cookie, too.  This entire cookie is soft.  It has a distinctly processed flavor, in my opinion, rather than the truly chocolatey flavor I wanted.  I got the mint, and I love mint, but all in all I would not recommend this cookie.  Possibly for those who are used to eating a lot of sugar and processed cookies, these might be the ticket, but I'll stick with the classic Oreo, which has a rich cocoa flavor and has never disappointed me. 
I was excited to try these once I got a whiff of the contents upon opening the package.  I'm a fan of good licorice...note: Twizzlers are just okay to me.The smell and consistency of this licorice are good, but the flaver is quite disappointing.  It has a very weak taste of Pomegranate and for some reason I got a hint of peppermint in every bite.  Maybe just the way my taste buds interpreted the licorice mixed with a little pomegranate juice (can't be much in there).I like these more than Twizzlers, but I would buy a number of other brands before these.FYI: Below are the listed ingredients and nutrition facts.Ingredients-----------Organic Wheat FlourOrganic SugarCorn SyrupOrganic Tapioca SyrupVegetable GlycerinSunflower OilElderberry ExtractCitric AcidNatural FlavorPomegranate Juice ConcentrateLicorice Root ExtractNutrition Facts---------------Servings per container: About 3.5Calories per serving: 130Total Fat 0.5gSodium 5mgTotal Carbs 32g- Dietary Fiver 2g- Sugars 10gProtein 2g 
Against my better judgement, I tasted these cookies. My good judgement told me that I might have a problem eating just one. That was very true. I had a problem stopping at three.....These cookies are tasty, with no hidden trans-fats (zero grams doesn't mean that there aren't any, but in this case, there are none). I wouldn't agree that these cookies are actually gooey. They are in fact very soft and have a great chocolate taste. These cookies are very good, and I would buy them again. I just have to figure out how to hide them from myself.  :) 
Perfect with hamburgers or a sandwich, these chips are crispy and tasty!  Full of flavor other than just salt, they don't have the sort of burning-your-face-off heat that masks any other taste.  There's just a nice, slow, sweet warmth of flavor.Yum. 
I hate to write a not-so-good review of a product since it's based purely on taste ... which is such a relative thing.Anyhow, I personally prefer my coffee to be sweetened, and this drink wasn't sweet enough for my taste.  Since it's in a can and I drank it on-the-go, I dind't have the opportunity to pour into a glass and sweeten it some more (and who really pours this sort of drink out of the can anyhow?).Now the good stuff ... The portion size was great and would be easy to double stack in most fridges.  The coffee didn't have an artificial flavor and was actually quite good.  I shared a sip with a friend and she liked it very much (again, back to taste being such a subjective thing).Enjoy! 
This is good coffee.  It has a nice chocolate taste and nice aroma. My husband and I both really like this.  We will be ordering it again. 
Love it! I use this for making pancakes at least once a week. You can make more with it like coffee cakes and so on, but it's just nice to have a GOOD pancake when being gluten free. 
I am a HUGE tea drinker, which stems back to the days when I worked as an intern on The Hindustan Times in New Delhi. I rotate my teas and last year when I did a special school tour under my entertainer incarnation I drive 49,000 miles, did 260 school shows -- and traveled with an electric kettle and about six kinds of teas. I have NEVER had Pu'erh tea before -- and it was not just a revelation due to its richness and rich flavor, but due to the wonderful aroma and the energy I  had after drinking it. I'm a huge cardamom fan so that made this tea a plus. Since I never had this before I tried adding my usual sugar -- and actually that was TOO MUCH. Due to the cardamom I found (for me) that the tea is excellent if I just add a small amount of sugar. This tea will be a regular now in my rotation but it may well be my regular morning tea, with others rotated in place sparingly. WONDERFUL! 
I'm actually not much of a tea drinker - I don't really like the taste of hot tea itself, as I often find it rather bitter, and it's associated in my memory with medicine, since my parents often gave it to me when I was sick.  I do like some flavored teas, especially cinnamon, which cover up some of the tea taste and once in a while I will have some chamomile tea to relax.  This tea sounded rather intriguing.  Blackberry and vanilla sounded almost more like a dessert than a tea.  So I thought I would try it.And I'm glad I did.  The blackberry and vanilla flavors do indeed cover up the tea taste, while at the same time not being overpowering.  Both flavors are distinctive.  I had my husband try a sip without telling him what it was.  He got the vanilla right away.  He knew there was a fruity flavor which he guessed was "lemon?  No, wait, raspberry or blackberry".  The tea also has a pleasant, rich but mellow aroma.This tea comes in rather interesting pyramidal-shaped tea bags.  I'm not enough of a tea expert to know how that affects the flavor, but these teabags don't get that unpleasant, soggy used teabag feel after being steeped, which is a plus in my book.The instructions suggest steeping for 4 to 6 minutes.  For my first cup I tried 4 minutes, but that made a rather weak brew for my tastes.  Six minutes worked well for me.  While I was preparing my third cup, I was also preparing hot chocolate for my daughters, and when I added milk to their drinks, I inadvertently added milk to mine as well.  Sometimes I like milk in my tea (to cover up the tea taste), but I don't recommend it with this tea - it doesn't go well with the blackberry flavor.  I also don't think sugar is necessary, as the vanilla and blackberry both offer a hint of sweetness on their own.I don't know what a tea purist would make of this tea, but as a non-tea-lover, I found it to be just the right combination of bold and mellow with just enough sweetness to help the "medicine" go down.  Recommended. 
I really liked this drink.  It's 100% juice with no added sugar, so even though the sugar content is a little high, it has more nutrients than soda will have any day.  Switch tastes like tangy, carbonated orange drink, and that's fine with me!  I didn't notice any aftertaste, and I could feel safe drinking something fizzy (and tasty, unlike sparkling water) without feeling guilty about it.  But beware - each can is only 8.3 ounces, a little more than a cup.  You decide if it's worth it. 
I have recently lost over 60 pounds following theThe Dukan Diet: 2 Steps to Lose the Weight, 2 Steps to Keep It Off Forever. A component of that diet is daily oat bran.We've tried a couple of different brands, but we like Bob's Red Mill the best. Both the flavor and texture are superior, and I like that it's organic. I also like the company - having seen them profiled in the news. They treat their employees well and even basically gave partial ownership to their workers.For use with the Dukan diet, I find the easiest  and tastiest way to prepare is to put two tablespoons in a bowl, pour in just enough skim milk to cover, then microwave for about 60 seconds. I add in organic cinnamon (cinnamon is good for blood sugar). 
My first impression was that it tasted like unspiced homemade applesauce (you know, right before you can't resist adding cinnamon and nutmeg), which is kind of unusual. I looked at the ingredients and, yes, it has apple puree listed along with apple juice. I also sensed an artificial sweetener in a slight blowback of an aftertaste and, yes, there is stevia in it. Good call X2, palate. There's a calculated "crisp" flavor that a keeps it from getting bland and must be coming from a blend of apple and lemon juices and it must be due to the right apples because you can't taste lemon. It is a carefully constructed drink, an urban take on "the apple."It's enthusiastically carbonated when you open the can which gives it a little wow factor, but it loses the fizz pretty quick and in ten minutes it's flat, probably because it's more viscous than typical carbonated beverages. Sweet in a warm apple way (22 gm carbs, but would be higher in carbs without the stevia), it comes in a cool tall "apple green" energy-drink styled can that has a nice hand feel. It's not the carbonated apple juice you bring in for the kids and nondrinkers on New Year's Eve, and if you are looking for a caffiene hit it doesn't have the perfect bite and gorgeous flavors of Coke or Pepsi, nor the flavor range of Starbucks coffee drinks. It probably wouldn't "go" especially well with any food or snack because it's too particular of a flavor and more viscous than pop, but it's a nice enough stand-alone flavor. If you really like flavor concept of apple sauce mixed with apple juice and are trying to get your heart rate up (80 mg caffiene) you might really like it. 
During the cooler months, I love to drink a good cup of tea. But there's nothing worse than getting everything ready to find that your tea bag broke and your have leaves floating in your tea. So now with the Lipton Pyramid, you won't have that problem anymore. The pyramid itself is made of a mesh material that's very strong so it won't have a problem with breaking. And the tea itself is delicious. The flavor of it was very delicate and relaxing. Overall it's a much better way to brew tea. 
I have never heard of a savory tea, so when I heard these, my curiousity was in full set. Instead of thinking of these as a tea, think of it as a sipping broth. These teas would make great soup broths or a simmering liquid.  Some of these teas were black teas, while others were green teas. Here are my thoughts on each of the six flavors:Fennel Spice (Green Tea) - This is the first flavor I tried. Fennel tastes reminiscent of licorice, so I thought it would be a safe try. After brewing this tea, I was a little hesistant to try it. It had a strong earthy scent, and I thought it would be too strong. Luckily, the taste of the tea was not earthy, but it was pleasant fennel taste (as one would expect). This tea would make a great base for a vegetable soup, but this one works well on its own too. My main complaint is just the smell. - 4/5 starsBeet Cabbage (Black Tea) - This one has a rich vibrant red color. The first thing that hit me with this tea was again, the smell. I shouldn't be surprised though, as cabbage has a notoriously strong scent. The scent was so bad, that I was tempted on to try the tea instead. Instead, I took a few small sips. This tea tastes the way it smells. I couldn't really taste beet, but I definitely tasted the cabbage. - 1/5 starsSpinach Chive (Green Tea) - Another horrible smell. At this point, I've decided that all of these will not have pleasant smell. It's not like vegetables are known for their wonderful smell. This one tasted okay. The spinach and chive was well balanced, but I'm not sure this would be a good tea to drink on its own, as it is a strong taste. - 3/5 starsTomato Mint (Black Tea) - Surprisingly, this one had a pleasant smell (just when I cad come to accept that these teas would not smell good). It smells like fresh mint and tomatoes, and I mean fresh, not like canned tomato or mint flavoring. I'm a huge fan of mint, and I like tomato soups/juices as well, but I've never had them together. Unfortunately I was a bit disappointed. The mint came off like tasting like toothpaste, and I couldn't get pass that. The tomato flavor was okay, but it was overshadowed by the mint. - 1/5 starsCarrot Curry (Green Tea) - I enjoyed this tea. Along with the carrot, this one has ginger as well. Like fennel spice, this one can standalone as well. - 4/5Broccoli Cilantro (Green Tea) - This one reminded me of the spinach chive tea. The cilantro adds a bit of zing. Like the spinach chive one, this is probably a bit too strong to drink alone. - 3/5 starsMost of these teas are passable, but my favorites were fennel spice and carrot curry. Averaging the ratings, I get about 2 2/3 stars, so I rounded it up to three. 
These cookies tasted fresh and crisp, with a subtle vanilla butter flavor that is good, but didn't insist I eat more. They're satisfying with a cup of coffee when you want something a bit plainer, without the frills and extras. I'll eat and enjoy them, but not sure I'd buy them often. They're good; they're not quite tempting. 
I prefer loose teas. There is just a remarkable variety of teas available and in general their flavor is a bit more intense. But I also like the convenience of bag teas. This tea is a nice compromise. The 'pyramid' bags really do seem to help give a flavorful tea. They maintain their shape when put in hot water and you can visibly see more room, they act like a tea infuser.And the combination of flavors is very good. There is enough vanilla to smooth out the blackberry, the combo works well together. I personally would like some more blackberry taste, but these still quickly became one of my favorite bagged teas. 
So easy to use.  Pour it in a standard water bottle and drink.  The flavor is delicious and it's very refreshing. 
While not a huge consumer of canned iced coffee drinks I was excited to try Illy's Issimo Cappucino Coffee Drink.  Other canned coffee drinks  I have tried have ranged from acceptable to retched.  As Illy is a respected "high end" brand of coffee, I had higher hopes than usual and overall, I was not disappointed.I poured  the contents into a glass with two ice cubes.  It smelled good with a light coffee fragrance.  The initial taste was neutral, with a medium coffee flavor and chocolate overtones.  It seemed a bit watery as well.  I cannot say that it tasted a lot like a cappuccino, but overall was agreeable.  After finishing the drink, I noticed no unpleasant aftertastes that can sometimes plague canned coffee drinks.  The ingredients did not read too much like a chemistry experiment, so that comes as a relief.Overall, I'd rate this an enjoyable drink, not exactly something that I can say that I crave, but one that I would choose over other competitors if I wanted a cool pick me up in a pinch.  I do see that they are priced on the higher end of the scale of the competition, but I would say that it merits the extra change required. 
Usually I find graham crackers to be a little soft for my taste.  Back to Nature's grahams are crunchy and have a great taste.  In this case, apple cinnamon.  The flavoring is present but not overpowering, which I enjoyed.  The product is natural, I'm never sure what that means, but it usually seems to indicate a bland product, that is not the case here.  I ate mine both by themselves and with a little peanut butter, I imagine that some nutella would go well them as well.  Great for breakfast or a snack. 
The coffe pods are quite different from the traditional all plastic k-cup design and fit perfectly, Best of all, they brew a consistently great cup of coffee and I am able to put them in our recycle unit. I get this coffee from my Amazon subscribe program and the price is excellent. 
This coffee is full of soothing vanilla flavor along with the bold taste of the great coffees Starbucks makes.The package directions are for very strong coffee so I am able to use half the coffee for the amount of water.  This creates a rich (but not overly strong) soothing vanilla flavored coffee.  It is a cup that I love having on a rainy afternoon (or evening) with a fire going in the fireplace and a good book.  My cats and I curl up in a mound of blankets and pillows and read, enjoy the warmth of the fire and the great taste of Starbucks coffee. 
I used 2 of these packets in tea and got rid of the rest.  I found the taste to be unpleasant - didn't seem sweet, more tart and fruity than sweet.  And, I sensed a metallic like aftertaste.  I thought it was terrible.  But, I recognize that everyone's taste is different.  You may like this just fine and you may have an entirely different application for it than mine.  I also don't like Splenda, so you may like this product better if you're a Splenda fan.  I just wouldn't buy a truckload of it before you sample it. 
I never buy pre-ground coffee, we grind our own; however, I was tempted by the "low acid" offer, since I often have heart burn when I drink coffee.  I was extremely surprised with how GOOD this coffee tasted. Seriously, I had very low expectations, and I was blown away not only by the fact that I had less heart burn, but the taste was great!  It not only didn't taste like "low acid" coffee, it didn't taste pre-ground.  That said, I was reviewing the prices for the low acid coffee, and it is waaay expensive.  Not sure I'll be buying it - probably just stick to my big mug of sweet tea.  If you can't leave coffee alone and you have heart burn, however, go ahead and try it.  Recommended for taste and low acid, not for cost. 
Cardamom Pu'erh Tea Bags, 16-Count*Rich pu-erh tea blended with spicy cardamom*Pu-erh is traditionally used as a slimming tea and to aid digestion*100% real, organic, non-GMO verified tea and ingredients*Pu-erh has more antioxidants that green teaAh, my first time trying Cardamom Pu'erh Tea.  this caught My eye: "Pu-erh is traditionally used as a slimming tea". :)When steeped, as per instructions, the tea is not pleasantly aromatic, if ya ask Me. I would almost describe the initial steeping scent as acrid.  But, I do like the finished product -- a bold, spicy taste -- especially with a little sweetener.The rich tea color is really pretty served in a clear glass or cup.Does Cardamom Pu'erh Tea sound like what you may be looking for? :)  Highly Recommended!  --Katharena Eiermann, 2013 
I have mainly used this product to marinade chicken breasts; we have used it for grilling three times so far this spring/summer.  The flavor is fantastic.  My husband is the grilling king, but even he gives some credit to the sauce, the chicken breasts have been so tender and juicy.The sauce is sweet with a little heat.  None of the flavors are overpowering and the combination is surprisingly superb.  The combination of sweet Mango), heat (Habanero) and the little kick of spice (Ginger) is perfect, you don't need to add any other seasonings to your meat.  I have been sticking chicken breasts in a Ziploc freezer bag and then coating them with the sauce, we marinade for at least four hours in the refrigerator, turning the bag every now and again to make sure they are evenly coated.  Then my husband has been putting them on the charcoal grill cooking them using the indirect method.  They truly are succulent.  When the chicken breasts come off the grill I brush them again with a very light coat of the sauce over me and my husbands' chicken breasts.  My son finds the sauce a tad too spicy for him with the extra coating, but perfect without it.We have had one jar and have used it for approximately 12 breasts.  I have also used a little to go over cream cheese on a cracker; delicious.  It is a unique flavored sauce andI can't wait to try it on some grilled fish this summer.  This is new favorite in our house and something we will keep on hand.Cherise Everhard, June 2009 
This is pretty good cereal.  The flakes have more texture and crunch that Raisin Bran-type flakes, and there are generous amounts of fruit in the cereal.  The fruit looks dehydrated, but comes to life in the milk.  The box is kind of small - like a Grape Nuts box - so there's really only 2-3 bowls of cereal in the box.  But it's good stuff. 
These are really good licorice: chewy, sweet, GREAT flavor.  Certainly better than the average store-shelf flavored licorice.  However, they have an odd aftertaste that I could never quite pin down; somewhat biting, somewhat off-putting, but never quite bad.  Not sure where that comes from, but it was the only reason for a 4-star instead of 5-star rating.  Would I get more of these?  Possibly, but if other flavors had that same aftertaste, I wouldn't get them too often. 
Numi Organic Pu-Erh Ginger Tea has a very mild ginger flavor, but the more you sip the tea, the more the flavor builds. It tried it first without sweetening, and the taste was not bitter. I then added a spoon of sugar, my normal way to drink hot tea, and the taste was very pleasant. However, with my second cup, I added honey and lemon juice, and then the tea became delightful and soothing. Very relaxing and comforting after a hard day at work. I drink coffee and tea every day, and I look forward to finding new varieties to enjoy. Numi Tea has an admirable mission statement: "Numi inspires well-being of mind, body and spirit through the simple art of tea. Our company is rooted in the principle of creating a healthful product that nurtures people and honors the planet. With all of our company initiatives, we strive to foster a healthy, thriving global community while bringing you the purest, best-tasting organic tea." The tea is certified organic, claims many health benefits, the tea bags are biodegradable, and the boxes are made with recycled materials. The Ginger Tea is a pleasant cuppa, and I will definitely try other varieties of Numi Tea. 
Since I drink my coffee black without any creamer or sweeteners, the taste of the coffee itself really matters to me.  This vanilla-flavored coffee comes ground, which saves me the step of grinding the beans myself.  Even though the beans are pre-ground, the flavor after brewing was still deep and rich, and the aromatic fragrance of vanilla still permeated after I opened the vacuum sealed bag.The flavoring of the vanilla in this coffee is subtle and mild.  I mention this because with some flavored coffees, a particular flavor can be quite distinct and strong, and dominate the taste of the coffee.  For me personally, that can be a good thing or a bad thing depending on the particular flavor; I like pumpkin spice strongly flavored, while I prefer cinnamon and vanilla to be more subtle.  So, if you are looking for heavily flavored vanilla coffee, expect something a bit more subtle with this flavor.At 11 ounces, this is not a terribly large quantity of coffee for the money.  That said, however, Starbucks has never been the bargain hunter's choice for economical coffee, and this is reasonably priced in relation to other speciality coffees.