Apple Cider

I can’t believe I’ve not logged this one yet…I know I’ve had it. Anyway, I brewed a strong cup of this up this afternoon. It went at least 10 minutes (one of the plant operations guys stopped in to chat, so I’ve no idea how long it actually went); 10 minutes is my usual steep for this.

I really like this one. I think it’s the closest I’ve come to finding a tea that actually really tastes like apple cider. Good, strong apple taste, and the spice blend is great. I’m so glad I splurged and grabbed a box this season. I like it much better than Republic of Tea’s Hot Apple Cider. Plus, the individually wrapped bags means it can travel well in my purse!

I don’t know why I haven’t logged this tea yet! Big thanks to Jaime for a few bags of this tea. I had another crazy day at work and needed something to help me unwind (even after a LONG nap!) before bed. I thought about having a black tea blend, but didn’t want to risk going to sleep even later. I had 1/2 cup of an uneventful rooibos, and have now turned to this lucky one. Sometimes you just need a good cup of herbal tea. The scent is simply fall and early winter. Even though it’s out of season, I really like the comfort this cup is providing. Tasting the tea, I’m not getting distinct apple flavors, but more of an unidentifiable fruit flavor with the background of light spice. I’m glad that the spices aren’t overwhelming since I really dislike heavy spices and peppery flavors. There is a tartness in this tea that isn’t necessarily what I would mix with cider, but it works. I’m getting a small tickle in the back of my throat.. but it’s not so unpleasant that I can’t continue sipping.
So far this is the closest tea I’ve found that tastes the most like cider. This fall, I might just have to drink cider and wait for some magical tea that tastes even closer… but tonight this is a very comforting, yummy cup.. just fits the mood!

Ooh, I really like this one. It’s more appley than spicy, but in a good way. It tastes like real apple cider. If I had more, I would definitely let it steep longer, however. It’s good like this, but I bet it would be amazing at six minutes. There is no odd “herbal” aftertaste to this, so don’t let the name fool you. Mmm.

Warm and comforting. This tea tastes almost like the real thing, only less sweet. I usually have this with at least a little sugar, but tonight I’m reminded that it is also good on its own.

Its not a bad tea (or should I say, tissane?). That’s about all I can say about it. The apple and cinnamon flavors defiantly are there, I was just hoping they’d be better, or sweeter at least. This is very tart, almost too hibiscusy. Maybe it’d be better with some brown sugar.

I love apple cider, and I guess after falling in love with homebrew this was destined to be a letdown. Its not bad for the money, but its no replacement for true apple cider.

Good stuff.

I’m really enjoying this tea. It does taste like cider. Nice and comforting.

Nice. Takes a long time to steep it strong enough for my taste.

Delicious! Tastes exactly like apple cider, without the sugar. I wish this wasn’t a seasonal flavor.

I really didn’t care for this one. To me, it didn’t taste anything like apple cider…just hibiscus. I prepared it without any sugar, so I will give it another shot with sugar, and see how it goes. I’m not hopeful. :(

I really wanted to like this tea!!!

It’s not offensive – in fact it does not have the overpowering clove flavor that most hot apple ciders have. However, it didn’t hit the mark with me. Also, why the soy lecithin Bigelow?

Not bad, but given the choice I think I’d rather have the real thing. However, if I’m traveling in the fall, this would be nice to have on hand. It has a wonderful smell. Definitely steep it for as long as your patience allows, though.

Highly recommended herbal tea, especailly paired with dessert, peanut butter sandwiches or cheese. Individually wrapped, too. I don’t know about you, but I like to sniff the foil pouch after I take the tea bag out and this pouch smelled like Juicy Fruit gum. However, the tea does not taste like Juicy Fruit. I wonder if the “natural flavors” listed include any dandelion and burdock, which make up the core flavorings of Juicy Fruit gum.

Very nice, tastes very much like cider, I might make it a bit stronger next time, my cup is so big it really needs two bags.