Raspberry & Wild Strawberry Loose Tea – Refreshing Fruit and Herbal Tea – with Hibiscus & Rose Peel & Chokeberry (100g)

We have a loose tea holder which this is perfect for looks good, smells good loads of flavour , excellent product

As a rule, I far prefer 'real tea' to fruity teas. As a rule, fruity teas seem to be better air fresheners than they are tasty drinks, while on the few occasions they've had a strong flavour they've been overly sweet or artificial in taste - or both. So, I'm a tricky customer to please with this kind of product!This pleased me! Yup. Follow the instructions and you get a vibrant and aromatic beverage that fills the room with fragrance but also tastes pretty good. It is still too sweet for my preference, but there's no way I can mark it down for taste as that's subjective and there is nothing objectively bad about it. It tastes natural, not cloying, not overly sweetened and reasonably complex, with a hint of tartness to it.Now, as I say, it's not quite to my taste - but I do LOVE it when mixed with a little macha. I find macha a difficult drink to enjoy but love its health benefits - when I mix the rather savoury macha with this sweet fruity drink they tone each other down. Fab!So; quality is good. Taste is on point. It's packaged well with a decent shelf life (over a year) and, because it's loose, there's no wasted materials in terms of bags, strings and tags.Recommended.

The tea arrived in a beautifully designed package, which not only looks attractive but also keeps the tea fresh. The resealable bag is convenient for maintaining the tea’s aroma and flavor over time. The vibrant mix of ingredients is visible through the packaging, giving a preview of the delightful experience inside.Upon opening the bag, I was greeted with a delightful and inviting aroma. The scent of raspberries and wild strawberries is prominent, complemented by the subtle hints of hibiscus, rose peel, raisins, and chokeberry. The loose tea blend is visually appealing, with a mix of colorful ingredients that reflect its natural and wholesome composition.Brewing the tea was a pleasant experience. I used a heaping teaspoon of the loose tea per cup, steeping it in hot water for about 5-7 minutes. The tea infused beautifully, releasing a rich, ruby-red color that promised a flavorful cup. The aroma intensified during brewing, filling my kitchen with a fruity and floral fragrance.The first sip was a refreshing and delightful experience. The raspberry and wild strawberry flavors are the stars, providing a sweet and slightly tart taste. The hibiscus adds a lovely tanginess, while the rose peel imparts a subtle floral note that elevates the overall flavor profile. The raisins and chokeberry add a gentle sweetness and depth to the blend. The tea is well-balanced, with each ingredient contributing to a harmonious and refreshing taste.

It's interesting seeing the comments of other reviewers regarding the sweetness of this brew. The reaction goes from "way too sweet" to "far too bitter" In reality, we all have different tastes, and sweetness is entirely subjective. I never drink sugar in tea or coffee, and to my taste buds, which have been weened off the stuff, this tea is more than sweet enough, courtesy of all the raisons in there.The taste is complex, and a mix of fruit and floral notes. It's something to be enjoyed on a summers day, and I rather like it, in smaller quantities. More would risk becoming cloying, for me anyway. Make the mistake of steeping it too long, or with too much leaf, and you'll get a less delicate and fruity, more bitter and woody tasting brew. I advise beginning weak, and adding strength until you find your perfect balance.I brew this tea with hot rather than boiling water, and I think the latter would destroy some of the complexities of taste, and delicate aromas. It definitely has a pronounced and interesting scent, and this has an effect on taste perception too, so it's best not spoiled.The one thing I don't quite approve of is the addition of "natural aroma" aka manufactured flavour. I much prefer my teas to be flavoured with herbs, rather than so-called nature identical flavourings. If this was, I'd be awarding a full five stars.

I’m not usually a fan of fruity teas, preferring herby alternatives, but am enjoying this unusual, original blend more than I expected. There are quite a lot of raisins in the mix, so it’s a little on the sweet side, for me. Another reviewer says “sour” but to me it’s anything but. Maybe that’s because I use a single-cup infuser rather than a pot, or it could be down to the way I brew it.The instructions suggest cooling the water to 75C after boiling, and brewing for 5-10 minutes. I’m afraid I usually ignore that, using water that’s not far off boiling, and brewing for 5 minutes at most – I find that sufficient for a good, strong mug of tea. The water I use is softened and filtered, incidentally.I’m unlikely to buy more but would strongly recommend this for anyone who enjoys fruity, floral teas.

I use this leaf tea or multiplications not only does it come out a lovely shade of red it is very aromatic and has a decent taste, it goes well with a spoonful of honey.