Question: How is it taste?

I have sampled various types of Starbucks flavored coffee over the years, and I have found that Starbucks coffee, no matter what the flavor, is usually very consistent.  Upon opening the bag and brewing my first cup, I knew that Starbucks had a winner here.I like my coffee strong; perhaps this comes from drinking it daily. In any event I found that the vanilla flavored Natural Fusions coffee produced a strong (but not bitter) cup of coffee. The vanilla is a nice balance to the bold Starbucks coffee and makes this a good coffee to drink both iced and hot. One thing I did notice, which I did not like, was a sweet aftertaste. The vanilla flavoring is not overwhelming, so I was surprised with the aftertaste. Of course taste is totally subjective, and others who drink this coffee may not notice, or be bothered, by the aftertaste.Bottom line, I would certainly recommend this, especially if you like vanilla ground coffee.

Answer: the flavor, is usually very consistent

<hl> I have sampled various types of Starbucks flavored coffee over the years, and I have found that Starbucks coffee, no matter what the flavor, is usually very consistent . <hl> Upon opening the bag and brewing my first cup, I knew that Starbucks had a winner here. I like my coffee strong; perhaps this comes from drinking it daily. In any event I found that the vanilla flavored Natural Fusions coffee produced a strong (but not bitter) cup of coffee. The vanilla is a nice balance to the bold Starbucks coffee and makes this a good coffee to drink both iced and hot. One thing I did notice, which I did not like, was a sweet aftertaste. The vanilla flavoring is not overwhelming, so I was surprised with the aftertaste. Of course taste is totally subjective, and others who drink this coffee may not notice, or be bothered, by the aftertaste. Bottom line, I would certainly recommend this, especially if you like vanilla ground coffee.

I have sampled various types of Starbucks flavored coffee over the years, and I have found that Starbucks coffee, no matter what <hl> the flavor, is usually very consistent <hl>. Upon opening the bag and brewing my first cup, I knew that Starbucks had a winner here.I like my coffee strong; perhaps this comes from drinking it daily. In any event I found that the vanilla flavored Natural Fusions coffee produced a strong (but not bitter) cup of coffee. The vanilla is a nice balance to the bold Starbucks coffee and makes this a good coffee to drink both iced and hot. One thing I did notice, which I did not like, was a sweet aftertaste. The vanilla flavoring is not overwhelming, so I was surprised with the aftertaste. Of course taste is totally subjective, and others who drink this coffee may not notice, or be bothered, by the aftertaste.Bottom line, I would certainly recommend this, especially if you like vanilla ground coffee.

I have sampled various types of Starbucks flavored coffee over the years, and I have found that Starbucks coffee, no matter what <hl> the flavor, is usually very consistent <hl> .


Question: How was the snack?

First impressions: Package was easy to open - and by that I mean the individually wrapped cracker things.  You know how sometimes those plastic-encased things can be hard to open?  No?  Well, sometimes I have trouble with them.  But this took little effort to tear into.  I opened it up and:BAM!  That smell of cheese hit me in the face.  But not cheese - specifically, it smelled of cheese-whiz.  That stuff was awesome - when I was in college.  You know cheese-whiz?  I used to love spraying that junk on RITZ crackers on college while watching TV.But I'm not in college anymore.After the strong smell of fake-cheese hits you, a hint of wheat makes itself known.  That's the cracker part of these things.I pulled out the "crakerfull" only to have it come apart in my hand.  I'm not kidding - the cheese-like-substance isn't strong enough to hold the crackers together.  As I pressed down (very lightly) on one end, the whole thing flipped open.  I had to squish it down to keep it together.Taste: It tastes just like you'd expect: it tastes like the american cheese-whiz stuff on "wheat" crackers that have that grainy texture to them.  They're not terrible - but I wouldn't say they're good.  I had one as a snack, and was hungry shortly afterwards.  I would have originally thought maybe I can take these golfing which I like to do with things like this - but they don't taste that good, and they don't hold you over for very long.* I have no idea why the RITZ logo is on these.  RITZ crackers are utterly distinctive in their own right.  They have a specific taste and texture unlike any other cracker made in America.  These things are nothing like a RITZ product, and I have no idea why they would associate the RITZ brand with some pseudo-cheese product on wheat-ish cracker boards.-So, yeah, I didn't really like them.  They don't look like they're marketed towards kids - but they sure do not taste like anything a grown-up would want.

Answer: I had one as a snack, and was hungry shortly afterwards

First impressions: Package was easy to open - and by that I mean the individually wrapped cracker things. You know how sometimes those plastic-encased things can be hard to open? No? Well, sometimes I have trouble with them. But this took little effort to tear into. I opened it up and:BAM! That smell of cheese hit me in the face. But not cheese - specifically, it smelled of cheese-whiz. That stuff was awesome - when I was in college. You know cheese-whiz? I used to love spraying that junk on RITZ crackers on college while watching TV.But I'm not in college anymore. After the strong smell of fake-cheese hits you, a hint of wheat makes itself known. That's the cracker part of these things. I pulled out the "crakerfull" only to have it come apart in my hand. I'm not kidding - the cheese-like-substance isn't strong enough to hold the crackers together. As I pressed down (very lightly) on one end, the whole thing flipped open. I had to squish it down to keep it together. Taste: It tastes just like you'd expect: it tastes like the american cheese-whiz stuff on "wheat" crackers that have that grainy texture to them. They're not terrible - but I wouldn't say they're good. <hl> I had one as a snack, and was hungry shortly afterwards . <hl> I would have originally thought maybe I can take these golfing which I like to do with things like this - but they don't taste that good, and they don't hold you over for very long. * I have no idea why the RITZ logo is on these. RITZ crackers are utterly distinctive in their own right. They have a specific taste and texture unlike any other cracker made in America. These things are nothing like a RITZ product, and I have no idea why they would associate the RITZ brand with some pseudo-cheese product on wheat-ish cracker boards.-So, yeah, I didn't really like them. They don't look like they're marketed towards kids - but they sure do not taste like anything a grown-up would want.

First impressions: Package was easy to open - and by that I mean the individually wrapped cracker things. You know how sometimes those plastic-encased things can be hard to open? No? Well, sometimes I have trouble with them. But this took little effort to tear into. I opened it up and:BAM! That smell of cheese hit me in the face. But not cheese - specifically, it smelled of cheese-whiz. That stuff was awesome - when I was in college. You know cheese-whiz? I used to love spraying that junk on RITZ crackers on college while watching TV.But I'm not in college anymore.After the strong smell of fake-cheese hits you, a hint of wheat makes itself known. That's the cracker part of these things.I pulled out the "crakerfull" only to have it come apart in my hand. I'm not kidding - the cheese-like-substance isn't strong enough to hold the crackers together. As I pressed down (very lightly) on one end, the whole thing flipped open. I had to squish it down to keep it together.Taste: It tastes just like you'd expect: it tastes like the american cheese-whiz stuff on "wheat" crackers that have that grainy texture to them. They're not terrible - but I wouldn't say they're good. <hl> I had one as a snack, and was hungry shortly afterwards <hl>. I would have originally thought maybe I can take these golfing which I like to do with things like this - but they don't taste that good, and they don't hold you over for very long.* I have no idea why the RITZ logo is on these. RITZ crackers are utterly distinctive in their own right. They have a specific taste and texture unlike any other cracker made in America. These things are nothing like a RITZ product, and I have no idea why they would associate the RITZ brand with some pseudo-cheese product on wheat-ish cracker boards.-So, yeah, I didn't really like them. They don't look like they're marketed towards kids - but they sure do not taste like anything a grown-up would want.

<hl> I had one as a snack, and was hungry shortly afterwards <hl> .


Question: Is it a good ingredient?

I was pleasantly surprised by this product and have subsequently ordered all other flavors! The blueberry bar has just enough sweetness to make it taste like a treat. no way would I have imagined these were raw and actually good for you. The bars are dense and moist, much better than the dry, crunchy, tasteless varieties of most nutrition bars. They are a bit small but the size is deceiving. They are very filling and give me the energy I need as either a breakfast substitute or as a pick me up in the afternoon. I appreciate the 6 gms of protein and 3 or so gms of fiber. While they do have a high fat content it comes purely from healthy sources such as the nuts in the various varieties. There is absolutely no sugar or flour in these, and since I do have a wheat food allergy and watch my sugar intake, I am thrilled to finely have a product I can enjoy eating without facing the consequences later. Worth every penny and more.

Answer: The bars are dense and moist, much better than the dry, crunchy, tasteless varieties of most nutrition bars

I was pleasantly surprised by this product and have subsequently ordered all other flavors! The blueberry bar has just enough sweetness to make it taste like a treat. no way would I have imagined these were raw and actually good for you. <hl> The bars are dense and moist, much better than the dry, crunchy, tasteless varieties of most nutrition bars . <hl> They are a bit small but the size is deceiving. They are very filling and give me the energy I need as either a breakfast substitute or as a pick me up in the afternoon. I appreciate the 6 gms of protein and 3 or so gms of fiber. While they do have a high fat content it comes purely from healthy sources such as the nuts in the various varieties. There is absolutely no sugar or flour in these, and since I do have a wheat food allergy and watch my sugar intake, I am thrilled to finely have a product I can enjoy eating without facing the consequences later. Worth every penny and more.

I was pleasantly surprised by this product and have subsequently ordered all other flavors! The blueberry bar has just enough sweetness to make it taste like a treat. no way would I have imagined these were raw and actually good for you. <hl> The bars are dense and moist, much better than the dry, crunchy, tasteless varieties of most nutrition bars <hl>. They are a bit small but the size is deceiving. They are very filling and give me the energy I need as either a breakfast substitute or as a pick me up in the afternoon. I appreciate the 6 gms of protein and 3 or so gms of fiber. While they do have a high fat content it comes purely from healthy sources such as the nuts in the various varieties. There is absolutely no sugar or flour in these, and since I do have a wheat food allergy and watch my sugar intake, I am thrilled to finely have a product I can enjoy eating without facing the consequences later. Worth every penny and more.

<hl> The bars are dense and moist, much better than the dry, crunchy, tasteless varieties of most nutrition bars <hl> .


Question: What amount of minerals and vitamins present in this?

My first impression on this particular drink when I first tasted it was that it reminded me of nothing that I had every tasted before. I actually really liked the taste of it. Unlike your typical sodas, this drink did not have the lingering carbonated fizz and I didn't get any disgusting soda burps after drinking it. You know the kind I mean, when you burp and anyone within 20 or 30 yards of you is running for fresh air. I also didn't get any real aftertaste when drinking it either.Now coming in at 8.3 ounces, the calories in this drink are reported at 135 calories per can. By comparison, a 12 ounce can of Pepsi comes in at 150 calories per can. So, on the calorie front I wouldn't say that there is much of a difference between this drink and Pepsi, although if you do the math, this drink would actually have more calories than Pepsi if you compared them in equal amounts. However, if you look at the list of ingredients in both, you can see where this product is far better for you than your traditional sodas, although obviously not as good for you as drinking an actual 100% pure fruit or vegetable juice.To put in plainly and succinctly, this is a really good tasting beverage and is definitely one I would consider drinking over the more traditional sodas that are currently available. However, the one primary detractor to this is the size of the can compared to the price.The one thing that I had not quite decided on whether it is a negative or a positive is the size of the can, which as I stated earlier comes in at 8.3 ounces compared to your traditional cans of soda that come in at 12 ounces. In addition to the size of the can, there is also the consideration of price, coming in at roughly $1.00 per can which is considerably more expensive than your average can of soda. Therefore, when you take the size of the product combined with the price, I would have to say that it is a definite negative, although this one tasted so good to me that I will definitely be purchasing this product.Shawn KovacichCreator of numerous books and DVD's.

Answer: equal amounts

My first impression on this particular drink when I first tasted it was that it reminded me of nothing that I had every tasted before. I actually really liked the taste of it. Unlike your typical sodas, this drink did not have the lingering carbonated fizz and I didn't get any disgusting soda burps after drinking it. You know the kind I mean, when you burp and anyone within 20 or 30 yards of you is running for fresh air. I also didn't get any real aftertaste when drinking it either. Now coming in at 8.3 ounces, the calories in this drink are reported at 135 calories per can. By comparison, a 12 ounce can of Pepsi comes in at 150 calories per can. <hl> So, on the calorie front I wouldn't say that there is much of a difference between this drink and Pepsi, although if you do the math, this drink would actually have more calories than Pepsi if you compared them in equal amounts . <hl> However, if you look at the list of ingredients in both, you can see where this product is far better for you than your traditional sodas, although obviously not as good for you as drinking an actual 100% pure fruit or vegetable juice. To put in plainly and succinctly, this is a really good tasting beverage and is definitely one I would consider drinking over the more traditional sodas that are currently available. However, the one primary detractor to this is the size of the can compared to the price. The one thing that I had not quite decided on whether it is a negative or a positive is the size of the can, which as I stated earlier comes in at 8.3 ounces compared to your traditional cans of soda that come in at 12 ounces. In addition to the size of the can, there is also the consideration of price, coming in at roughly $1.00 per can which is considerably more expensive than your average can of soda. Therefore, when you take the size of the product combined with the price, I would have to say that it is a definite negative, although this one tasted so good to me that I will definitely be purchasing this product. Shawn KovacichCreator of numerous books and DVD's.

My first impression on this particular drink when I first tasted it was that it reminded me of nothing that I had every tasted before. I actually really liked the taste of it. Unlike your typical sodas, this drink did not have the lingering carbonated fizz and I didn't get any disgusting soda burps after drinking it. You know the kind I mean, when you burp and anyone within 20 or 30 yards of you is running for fresh air. I also didn't get any real aftertaste when drinking it either.Now coming in at 8.3 ounces, the calories in this drink are reported at 135 calories per can. By comparison, a 12 ounce can of Pepsi comes in at 150 calories per can. So, on the calorie front I wouldn't say that there is much of a difference between this drink and Pepsi, although if you do the math, this drink would actually have more calories than Pepsi if you compared them in <hl> equal amounts <hl>. However, if you look at the list of ingredients in both, you can see where this product is far better for you than your traditional sodas, although obviously not as good for you as drinking an actual 100% pure fruit or vegetable juice.To put in plainly and succinctly, this is a really good tasting beverage and is definitely one I would consider drinking over the more traditional sodas that are currently available. However, the one primary detractor to this is the size of the can compared to the price.The one thing that I had not quite decided on whether it is a negative or a positive is the size of the can, which as I stated earlier comes in at 8.3 ounces compared to your traditional cans of soda that come in at 12 ounces. In addition to the size of the can, there is also the consideration of price, coming in at roughly $1.00 per can which is considerably more expensive than your average can of soda. Therefore, when you take the size of the product combined with the price, I would have to say that it is a definite negative, although this one tasted so good to me that I will definitely be purchasing this product.Shawn KovacichCreator of numerous books and DVD's.

So, on the calorie front I wouldn't say that there is much of a difference between this drink and Pepsi, although if you do the math, this drink would actually have more calories than Pepsi if you compared them in <hl> equal amounts <hl> .


Question: How about combination?

I was a bit disappointed in the taste of this bar.  The nut flavor was good and nice and crunchy, but it didn't taste anything like blueberries.  It was kind of a gooey (or gluey), chewy bar with a taste that is hard to describe.  Not a bad taste, but I doubt it's anything kids would like that much.  I assume there is no added sugar, which is a real plus.  I suppose it is good to be eating something natural, but why not just eat the nuts and blueberries separately instead of crushed and compacted into a bar?  Convenience would be the only reason I can think of and these would have a longer shelf life than fresh blueberries.  Great for campers or hikers who don't want a high sugar snack.

Answer: Not a bad taste

I was a bit disappointed in the taste of this bar. The nut flavor was good and nice and crunchy, but it didn't taste anything like blueberries. It was kind of a gooey (or gluey), chewy bar with a taste that is hard to describe. <hl> Not a bad taste , but I doubt it's anything kids would like that much. <hl> I assume there is no added sugar, which is a real plus. I suppose it is good to be eating something natural, but why not just eat the nuts and blueberries separately instead of crushed and compacted into a bar? Convenience would be the only reason I can think of and these would have a longer shelf life than fresh blueberries. Great for campers or hikers who don't want a high sugar snack.

I was a bit disappointed in the taste of this bar. The nut flavor was good and nice and crunchy, but it didn't taste anything like blueberries. It was kind of a gooey (or gluey), chewy bar with a taste that is hard to describe. <hl> Not a bad taste <hl>, but I doubt it's anything kids would like that much. I assume there is no added sugar, which is a real plus. I suppose it is good to be eating something natural, but why not just eat the nuts and blueberries separately instead of crushed and compacted into a bar? Convenience would be the only reason I can think of and these would have a longer shelf life than fresh blueberries. Great for campers or hikers who don't want a high sugar snack.

<hl> Not a bad taste <hl> , but I doubt it's anything kids would like that much.


Question: How is the coffee?

As a die-hard Starbucks fanatic, I feel like its wrong to add flavorings to coffee.  This is the 3rd (and final) vanilla coffee I've tried over the last several months.  Ready for something new and different, vanilla seems a natural addition to coffee so it sounded worth trying.  This is definitely the best of the 3, (see my other reviews) for 2 primary reasons:  the coffee is better, and the vanilla is more subtle.Made in a French press, according to the proportions advised on the side of the bag, Starbucks Natural Fusions produces a medium bold brew with a subtle, but not too sweet vanilla undertone.  The smell of vanilla is most pronounced upon opening the sealed foil bag.  After brewing, it is fairly subtle.  The coffee is smooth and not as acidic as some bolder brews I know and love.  The vanilla is enjoyable due to its lack of sweetness.Overall, a fine cup of coffee, most suitable for drinking with dessert after dinner.  It has been my morning brew for a couple weeks, and I'm ready to return to Sumatra blend.  But for those who enjoy a flavored coffee, this one is highly recommended.

Answer: But for those who enjoy a flavored coffee

As a die-hard Starbucks fanatic, I feel like its wrong to add flavorings to coffee. This is the 3rd (and final) vanilla coffee I've tried over the last several months. Ready for something new and different, vanilla seems a natural addition to coffee so it sounded worth trying. This is definitely the best of the 3, (see my other reviews) for 2 primary reasons: the coffee is better, and the vanilla is more subtle. Made in a French press, according to the proportions advised on the side of the bag, Starbucks Natural Fusions produces a medium bold brew with a subtle, but not too sweet vanilla undertone. The smell of vanilla is most pronounced upon opening the sealed foil bag. After brewing, it is fairly subtle. The coffee is smooth and not as acidic as some bolder brews I know and love. The vanilla is enjoyable due to its lack of sweetness. Overall, a fine cup of coffee, most suitable for drinking with dessert after dinner. It has been my morning brew for a couple weeks, and I'm ready to return to Sumatra blend. <hl> But for those who enjoy a flavored coffee , this one is highly recommended. <hl>

As a die-hard Starbucks fanatic, I feel like its wrong to add flavorings to coffee. This is the 3rd (and final) vanilla coffee I've tried over the last several months. Ready for something new and different, vanilla seems a natural addition to coffee so it sounded worth trying. This is definitely the best of the 3, (see my other reviews) for 2 primary reasons: the coffee is better, and the vanilla is more subtle.Made in a French press, according to the proportions advised on the side of the bag, Starbucks Natural Fusions produces a medium bold brew with a subtle, but not too sweet vanilla undertone. The smell of vanilla is most pronounced upon opening the sealed foil bag. After brewing, it is fairly subtle. The coffee is smooth and not as acidic as some bolder brews I know and love. The vanilla is enjoyable due to its lack of sweetness.Overall, a fine cup of coffee, most suitable for drinking with dessert after dinner. It has been my morning brew for a couple weeks, and I'm ready to return to Sumatra blend. <hl> But for those who enjoy a flavored coffee <hl>, this one is highly recommended.

<hl> But for those who enjoy a flavored coffee <hl> , this one is highly recommended.


Question: Can you tell me about the taste?

So this water seems to have a lot of hype surrounding it with added PH and electrolytes for flavor along with lots of other beneficial extras. However I'm not to sure how impressed I am with it overall.The water itself seems to have a filmy taste to it although my kids didn't seem to notice,if the water is chilled its somewhat less noticeable. The price for 12, 1.5 liter bottles seems to fluctuate quiet a bit on here since the price yesterday was double what it is today. The size of the bottle is nice especially for a work environment so you don't have to get up as much for refills.As far as this water is concerned  I think ill just stick to tap water or something like mountain spring bottled water instead.

Answer: The water itself seems to have a filmy taste

So this water seems to have a lot of hype surrounding it with added PH and electrolytes for flavor along with lots of other beneficial extras. However I'm not to sure how impressed I am with it overall. <hl> The water itself seems to have a filmy taste to it although my kids didn't seem to notice,if the water is chilled its somewhat less noticeable. <hl> The price for 12, 1.5 liter bottles seems to fluctuate quiet a bit on here since the price yesterday was double what it is today. The size of the bottle is nice especially for a work environment so you don't have to get up as much for refills. As far as this water is concerned I think ill just stick to tap water or something like mountain spring bottled water instead.

So this water seems to have a lot of hype surrounding it with added PH and electrolytes for flavor along with lots of other beneficial extras. However I'm not to sure how impressed I am with it overall.<hl> The water itself seems to have a filmy taste <hl> to it although my kids didn't seem to notice,if the water is chilled its somewhat less noticeable. The price for 12, 1.5 liter bottles seems to fluctuate quiet a bit on here since the price yesterday was double what it is today. The size of the bottle is nice especially for a work environment so you don't have to get up as much for refills.As far as this water is concerned I think ill just stick to tap water or something like mountain spring bottled water instead.


Question: What is the taste like?

I love coffee that is smooth and mild/mellow flavored. I chose to sample this Vine product because it said "breakfast blend", and I expected it to have a mild flavor.  While the coffee is good, if I make it according to the package directions, it is much too strong and has an almost bitter edge to the taste.  I had to mix it with one part coffee, one part coffee creamer before I could drink it.  It's not a bad product, but I think the name belies the powerful taste of this particular coffee product.

Answer: smooth and mild/mellow flavored

<hl> I love coffee that is smooth and mild/mellow flavored . <hl> I chose to sample this Vine product because it said "breakfast blend", and I expected it to have a mild flavor. While the coffee is good, if I make it according to the package directions, it is much too strong and has an almost bitter edge to the taste. I had to mix it with one part coffee, one part coffee creamer before I could drink it. It's not a bad product, but I think the name belies the powerful taste of this particular coffee product.

I love coffee that is <hl> smooth and mild/mellow flavored <hl>. I chose to sample this Vine product because it said "breakfast blend", and I expected it to have a mild flavor. While the coffee is good, if I make it according to the package directions, it is much too strong and has an almost bitter edge to the taste. I had to mix it with one part coffee, one part coffee creamer before I could drink it. It's not a bad product, but I think the name belies the powerful taste of this particular coffee product.

I love coffee that is <hl> smooth and mild/mellow flavored <hl> .


Question: How is taste?

I've eaten a lot of food/energy bars in my life and up to now my favorites have been the Luna Bar and  the Larabar but this PURE bar outdoes them both. It's texture, taste, ingredients, and size are very similar to the LaraBar but the taste is just simply amazing. It has chunkier bits of nuts and fruit than the LaraBar also.This Blueberry bar is my second flavor to try (I tried the Cherry flavor first)and it is delicious! There are actual dried whole blueberries in the bar which give it a nice sweetness and very real blueberry flavor. In my experience, blueberry flavored anything can usually have a fake or chemically kind of taste but this does not at all.I highly recommend this bar!...and an extra bonus: Both my 4 and 2 year old LOVED this bar, as did my 19 yr old brother so pack these puppies as a healthy snack for your kids!

Answer: the taste is just simply amazing

I've eaten a lot of food/energy bars in my life and up to now my favorites have been the Luna Bar and the Larabar but this PURE bar outdoes them both. <hl> It's texture, taste, ingredients, and size are very similar to the LaraBar but the taste is just simply amazing . <hl> It has chunkier bits of nuts and fruit than the LaraBar also. This Blueberry bar is my second flavor to try (I tried the Cherry flavor first)and it is delicious! There are actual dried whole blueberries in the bar which give it a nice sweetness and very real blueberry flavor. In my experience, blueberry flavored anything can usually have a fake or chemically kind of taste but this does not at all. I highly recommend this bar!...and an extra bonus: Both my 4 and 2 year old LOVED this bar, as did my 19 yr old brother so pack these puppies as a healthy snack for your kids!

I've eaten a lot of food/energy bars in my life and up to now my favorites have been the Luna Bar and the Larabar but this PURE bar outdoes them both. It's texture, taste, ingredients, and size are very similar to the LaraBar but <hl> the taste is just simply amazing <hl>. It has chunkier bits of nuts and fruit than the LaraBar also.This Blueberry bar is my second flavor to try (I tried the Cherry flavor first)and it is delicious! There are actual dried whole blueberries in the bar which give it a nice sweetness and very real blueberry flavor. In my experience, blueberry flavored anything can usually have a fake or chemically kind of taste but this does not at all.I highly recommend this bar!...and an extra bonus: Both my 4 and 2 year old LOVED this bar, as did my 19 yr old brother so pack these puppies as a healthy snack for your kids!

It's texture, taste, ingredients, and size are very similar to the LaraBar but <hl> the taste is just simply amazing <hl> .


Question: How is the cracker?

Don't get me wrong - these are NOT buttery flaky Ritz like their regular crackers. These are healthy. Really healthy! So don't get all excited if you think they are going to be cheesy, guilt free versions of regular Ritz crackers. They are not that at all.What they ARE is hearty, tasty, high fiber multigrain crackers with some really sharp cheddar in the middle. The cheese is not creamy, but it's not as powdery as most ready to eat cheese crackers usually are. The crackers are a little hard, about middle-of-the-road as far as multigrain crackers go.What I LOVED about these crackers was their flavor and their fiber. Each individually wrapped bar has a generous 5g of fiber, or 20% of the minimum daily recommendation. It's not soluble fiber, but it's still a great addition to any American diet. Between the fiber, the 2g protein, and the 7g of fat, these bars wind up being really filling for only 130 calories. They only have 2g sugar, so the calories you're getting are good for sustained energy without any blood sugar spike. With a glass of water or milk, one of these would be great for kicking late afternoon hunger. (Those 100 calorie packs never quite seem to cut it, do they?) The flavor of these crackers is really good! The cheese is sharp and tasty, the crackers have a nice texture and rustic flavor, and overall they are just plain good.I recommend these for anyone looking to add some extra fiber to their diet, cracker lovers, or those who are seeking a more filling (and satisfying) afternoon snack at the office. Enjoy!

Answer: The crackers are a little hard

Don't get me wrong - these are NOT buttery flaky Ritz like their regular crackers. These are healthy. Really healthy! So don't get all excited if you think they are going to be cheesy, guilt free versions of regular Ritz crackers. They are not that at all. What they ARE is hearty, tasty, high fiber multigrain crackers with some really sharp cheddar in the middle. The cheese is not creamy, but it's not as powdery as most ready to eat cheese crackers usually are. <hl> The crackers are a little hard , about middle-of-the-road as far as multigrain crackers go. <hl> What I LOVED about these crackers was their flavor and their fiber. Each individually wrapped bar has a generous 5g of fiber, or 20% of the minimum daily recommendation. It's not soluble fiber, but it's still a great addition to any American diet. Between the fiber, the 2g protein, and the 7g of fat, these bars wind up being really filling for only 130 calories. They only have 2g sugar, so the calories you're getting are good for sustained energy without any blood sugar spike. With a glass of water or milk, one of these would be great for kicking late afternoon hunger. (Those 100 calorie packs never quite seem to cut it, do they?) The flavor of these crackers is really good! The cheese is sharp and tasty, the crackers have a nice texture and rustic flavor, and overall they are just plain good. I recommend these for anyone looking to add some extra fiber to their diet, cracker lovers, or those who are seeking a more filling (and satisfying) afternoon snack at the office. Enjoy!

Don't get me wrong - these are NOT buttery flaky Ritz like their regular crackers. These are healthy. Really healthy! So don't get all excited if you think they are going to be cheesy, guilt free versions of regular Ritz crackers. They are not that at all.What they ARE is hearty, tasty, high fiber multigrain crackers with some really sharp cheddar in the middle. The cheese is not creamy, but it's not as powdery as most ready to eat cheese crackers usually are. <hl> The crackers are a little hard <hl>, about middle-of-the-road as far as multigrain crackers go.What I LOVED about these crackers was their flavor and their fiber. Each individually wrapped bar has a generous 5g of fiber, or 20% of the minimum daily recommendation. It's not soluble fiber, but it's still a great addition to any American diet. Between the fiber, the 2g protein, and the 7g of fat, these bars wind up being really filling for only 130 calories. They only have 2g sugar, so the calories you're getting are good for sustained energy without any blood sugar spike. With a glass of water or milk, one of these would be great for kicking late afternoon hunger. (Those 100 calorie packs never quite seem to cut it, do they?) The flavor of these crackers is really good! The cheese is sharp and tasty, the crackers have a nice texture and rustic flavor, and overall they are just plain good.I recommend these for anyone looking to add some extra fiber to their diet, cracker lovers, or those who are seeking a more filling (and satisfying) afternoon snack at the office. Enjoy!

<hl> The crackers are a little hard <hl> , about middle-of-the-road as far as multigrain crackers go.


Question: How is the taste?

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.

Answer: lovely

I am a tea drinker and love to try new varieties of tea. <hl> The Blackberry Vanilla from Lipton is a lovely , naturally decaf tea. <hl> 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.

I am a tea drinker and love to try new varieties of tea. The Blackberry Vanilla from Lipton is a <hl> lovely <hl>, 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.

The Blackberry Vanilla from Lipton is a <hl> lovely <hl> , naturally decaf tea.


Question: What flavoured lollipops are available in this pack and are these ones good in every flavour?

When I tasted the flavors in this pack, I was very pleased with the various taste experiences this mix incorporates.  The cranberries are tart but they are coated with sugar (salt too?), which intensifies the taste.  Likewise, the apple bits were also sweetened.  The nuts (cashew, almond and pistachio) were good although the pistachios were a bit stale.  This is snack would most likely be enjoyed by someone, who has a sweet tooth and those who like nuts and fruit blends.  All in all, when compared to "health" foods of this size, it is very pleasant.  I would definitely carry this in my purse for a quick snack.The downside is that it has added sugar and salt.  One serving has 25g Carbs and 9g of fat (those from the nuts and the added Sunflower Oil).  So, if you watch carbs this is probably higher than other similar sized snacks.  I felt the sugar did enhance the taste but so many packaged foods have to much added sugar and salt in my opinion, probably not the best choice for those who are hypoglycemic, diabetic, or those with cardiac issues.I would use this as a substitute for salad dressings or in combination with oil and vinegar on a salad.  It would also taste good in a muffin.*I received a complimentary package in return for an honest opinion of the product." That said, it is something I will keep around the house as a substitute for less healthy snack food.

Answer: The cranberries are tart but they are coated with sugar

When I tasted the flavors in this pack, I was very pleased with the various taste experiences this mix incorporates. <hl> The cranberries are tart but they are coated with sugar (salt too?), which intensifies the taste. <hl> Likewise, the apple bits were also sweetened. The nuts (cashew, almond and pistachio) were good although the pistachios were a bit stale. This is snack would most likely be enjoyed by someone, who has a sweet tooth and those who like nuts and fruit blends. All in all, when compared to "health" foods of this size, it is very pleasant. I would definitely carry this in my purse for a quick snack. The downside is that it has added sugar and salt. One serving has 25g Carbs and 9g of fat (those from the nuts and the added Sunflower Oil). So, if you watch carbs this is probably higher than other similar sized snacks. I felt the sugar did enhance the taste but so many packaged foods have to much added sugar and salt in my opinion, probably not the best choice for those who are hypoglycemic, diabetic, or those with cardiac issues. I would use this as a substitute for salad dressings or in combination with oil and vinegar on a salad. It would also taste good in a muffin.*I received a complimentary package in return for an honest opinion of the product." That said, it is something I will keep around the house as a substitute for less healthy snack food.

When I tasted the flavors in this pack, I was very pleased with the various taste experiences this mix incorporates. <hl> The cranberries are tart but they are coated with sugar <hl> (salt too?), which intensifies the taste. Likewise, the apple bits were also sweetened. The nuts (cashew, almond and pistachio) were good although the pistachios were a bit stale. This is snack would most likely be enjoyed by someone, who has a sweet tooth and those who like nuts and fruit blends. All in all, when compared to "health" foods of this size, it is very pleasant. I would definitely carry this in my purse for a quick snack.The downside is that it has added sugar and salt. One serving has 25g Carbs and 9g of fat (those from the nuts and the added Sunflower Oil). So, if you watch carbs this is probably higher than other similar sized snacks. I felt the sugar did enhance the taste but so many packaged foods have to much added sugar and salt in my opinion, probably not the best choice for those who are hypoglycemic, diabetic, or those with cardiac issues.I would use this as a substitute for salad dressings or in combination with oil and vinegar on a salad. It would also taste good in a muffin.*I received a complimentary package in return for an honest opinion of the product." That said, it is something I will keep around the house as a substitute for less healthy snack food.


Question: How much does a coffee with excellent aroma cost?

When I got this coffee I did what I normally do with good coffee tried straight black no cream or sugar (which is how I like my coffee) and the stuff was good so good I might just drink it straight no cream or sugar. What I do normally though with good coffee like this is a mix it with some of the cheap stuff that I normally buy. I cut it 50-50 or so. To me it just makes this good copy last longer but that's what I do I bet a coffee snob who reads this will probably have a hemorrhage or something. But that's what I do and I like the taste.One thing I'd like to say I wish that coffee tasted as good as it smells (while this is close) coffee still smells way better than it tastes to me at least. If they tasted as good as it smelled it would be liquid crack!Thanks for reading Hope this helped!

Answer: When I got this coffee I did what I normally do with good coffee tried straight black no cream or sugar

<hl> When I got this coffee I did what I normally do with good coffee tried straight black no cream or sugar (which is how I like my coffee) and the stuff was good so good I might just drink it straight no cream or sugar. <hl> What I do normally though with good coffee like this is a mix it with some of the cheap stuff that I normally buy. I cut it 50-50 or so. To me it just makes this good copy last longer but that's what I do I bet a coffee snob who reads this will probably have a hemorrhage or something. But that's what I do and I like the taste. One thing I'd like to say I wish that coffee tasted as good as it smells (while this is close) coffee still smells way better than it tastes to me at least. If they tasted as good as it smelled it would be liquid crack!Thanks for reading Hope this helped!

<hl> When I got this coffee I did what I normally do with good coffee tried straight black no cream or sugar <hl> (which is how I like my coffee) and the stuff was good so good I might just drink it straight no cream or sugar. What I do normally though with good coffee like this is a mix it with some of the cheap stuff that I normally buy. I cut it 50-50 or so. To me it just makes this good copy last longer but that's what I do I bet a coffee snob who reads this will probably have a hemorrhage or something. But that's what I do and I like the taste.One thing I'd like to say I wish that coffee tasted as good as it smells (while this is close) coffee still smells way better than it tastes to me at least. If they tasted as good as it smelled it would be liquid crack!Thanks for reading Hope this helped!


Question: How is the pack?

The snack basically consists of 2 high fiber crackers with processed cheese spread between them. The crackers are fine, but the cheese paste tastes like a science experiment instead of real cheese.  I know you can't expect real cheese in a prepackaged, non-refrigerated snack like this one, but there's decent artificial cheese flavor and bad artificial cheese flavor, and this is definitely the latter.  (Also, the box reads "Natural Flavors with Other Natural Flavors", which is a pet peeve of mine - it sounds silly.  Just say "Natural Flavors" already!  It's like saying "Rainy with a chance of showers" in the weather report.)In terms of nutritional information, there's 7 grams of fat per serving, which is high, but 4.5 of those are unsaturated fats, which is more acceptable but still high. On the plus side, 5 grams of fiber per serving is great.The main draw of this product is the convenience of the packaging. Let's be honest: for the same amount of money, you can buy a box of crackers and some REAL cheddar cheese and have a much more natural, less processed, better tasting end result - but you'd have to keep the cheese refrigerated and put the snack together yourself, whereas you can just throw a couple of these pre-made and wrapped packages in your backpack and have a quick snack handy in case your toddler runs out of fuel when you're out and about. For a kid's snack, it's sure to be a hit, because it's convenient and not too unhealthy. I'd even consider buying it again for my 3 year old. But for adults, I'd have to think there are tastier and healthier ways to get cheese-on-a-cracker than this.Additional note: my wife adds that she actually liked the taste of the cheese. In her opinion, if you like the cheese that's in the other Ritz cheese-and-crackers products, it tastes exactly the same and you won't be disappointed.  I confess to not having a ton of experience with Ritz cheese spread, so maybe it's just that I'm a cheese snob :) So, second opinion from my better half: this isn't any worse than other Ritz crackers with cheese paste.  I'll even upgrade the product from 3 stars to 2 because of this!

Answer: for the same amount of money, you can buy a box of crackers and some REAL cheddar cheese

The snack basically consists of 2 high fiber crackers with processed cheese spread between them. The crackers are fine, but the cheese paste tastes like a science experiment instead of real cheese. I know you can't expect real cheese in a prepackaged, non-refrigerated snack like this one, but there's decent artificial cheese flavor and bad artificial cheese flavor, and this is definitely the latter. (Also, the box reads "Natural Flavors with Other Natural Flavors", which is a pet peeve of mine - it sounds silly. Just say "Natural Flavors" already! It's like saying "Rainy with a chance of showers" in the weather report.)In terms of nutritional information, there's 7 grams of fat per serving, which is high, but 4.5 of those are unsaturated fats, which is more acceptable but still high. On the plus side, 5 grams of fiber per serving is great. The main draw of this product is the convenience of the packaging. <hl> Let's be honest: for the same amount of money, you can buy a box of crackers and some REAL cheddar cheese and have a much more natural, less processed, better tasting end result - <hl> but you'd have to keep the cheese refrigerated and put the snack together yourself, whereas you can just throw a couple of these pre-made and wrapped packages in your backpack and have a quick snack handy in case your toddler runs out of fuel when you're out and about. For a kid's snack, it's sure to be a hit, because it's convenient and not too unhealthy. I'd even consider buying it again for my 3 year old. But for adults, I'd have to think there are tastier and healthier ways to get cheese-on-a-cracker than this. Additional note: my wife adds that she actually liked the taste of the cheese. In her opinion, if you like the cheese that's in the other Ritz cheese-and-crackers products, it tastes exactly the same and you won't be disappointed. I confess to not having a ton of experience with Ritz cheese spread, so maybe it's just that I'm a cheese snob :) So, second opinion from my better half: this isn't any worse than other Ritz crackers with cheese paste. I'll even upgrade the product from 3 stars to 2 because of this!

The snack basically consists of 2 high fiber crackers with processed cheese spread between them. The crackers are fine, but the cheese paste tastes like a science experiment instead of real cheese. I know you can't expect real cheese in a prepackaged, non-refrigerated snack like this one, but there's decent artificial cheese flavor and bad artificial cheese flavor, and this is definitely the latter. (Also, the box reads "Natural Flavors with Other Natural Flavors", which is a pet peeve of mine - it sounds silly. Just say "Natural Flavors" already! It's like saying "Rainy with a chance of showers" in the weather report.)In terms of nutritional information, there's 7 grams of fat per serving, which is high, but 4.5 of those are unsaturated fats, which is more acceptable but still high. On the plus side, 5 grams of fiber per serving is great.The main draw of this product is the convenience of the packaging. Let's be honest: <hl> for the same amount of money, you can buy a box of crackers and some REAL cheddar cheese <hl> and have a much more natural, less processed, better tasting end result - but you'd have to keep the cheese refrigerated and put the snack together yourself, whereas you can just throw a couple of these pre-made and wrapped packages in your backpack and have a quick snack handy in case your toddler runs out of fuel when you're out and about. For a kid's snack, it's sure to be a hit, because it's convenient and not too unhealthy. I'd even consider buying it again for my 3 year old. But for adults, I'd have to think there are tastier and healthier ways to get cheese-on-a-cracker than this.Additional note: my wife adds that she actually liked the taste of the cheese. In her opinion, if you like the cheese that's in the other Ritz cheese-and-crackers products, it tastes exactly the same and you won't be disappointed. I confess to not having a ton of experience with Ritz cheese spread, so maybe it's just that I'm a cheese snob :) So, second opinion from my better half: this isn't any worse than other Ritz crackers with cheese paste. I'll even upgrade the product from 3 stars to 2 because of this!


Question: How's the texture?

When I ordered this GoPicnic set, I thought all I was getting was the crackers and salmon spread, but to my delight, it's a full lunch set. You get the crackers and spread, dried edamame, ginger nuts and dried fruit, and a little organic chocolate. For the most part, I thought this was really tasty. The salmon spread does taste like salmon, which is great, and the lime and chili complement it well. It's just a tad spicy, so mild that I didn't even notice it until I was well into eating it. I liked the slight kick, and it shouldn't bother people with sensative tongues. The crackers are organic, but you wouldn't know it. They're crunchy and buttery, kind of like Ritz crackers. My favorite item was the fruit and nut mix. They were salty and sweet, and the ginger went so well with the nuts peanuts and cranberries. It had a slight kick, no more than the salmon spread, and this was a great complement. The chocolate was ok. If you've had organic chocolate before, you know what to expect. It wasn't very sweet at 60% cacao, and it wasn't very smooth. Not really my thing, but eh. The only thing I didn't really like was the dried edamame. I generally like edamame, but dried... the first few bites were good. I liked the dry, almost flaky texture. But after a few bites, it tasted a bit weird.This has 16g of fat (25% of your daily value), but only 5g of saturated fat (25% daily value), most of which come from the salmon spread. There are 410 calories and 150 calories from fat.There are only 10mg cholesterol (3% daily value). There are 48g of carbohydrates (16% daily value) and 11g dietary fiber (44% daily value). The sodium isn't bad at 660mg (28% daily value), and neither are the sugars at 21g. The biggest problem is that there's not a whole lot of nutritional value here. You get 22g protien, which is pretty good, but only 10% of your daily value for iron and vitamin C. Fish has plenty of omega-3s, though, and peanuts and cranberries are full of anti-oxidants, so that's something.The packaging is very nice. I love the colors and design, especially the blue gingham pattern on the top. On the inside, there are fun facts and even a sudoku puzzle for you to complete. It's easy to open, and everything comes in its own easy to open packaging. There's a plastic fork for you to use, though I didn't need it. It doesn't all seem biodegradeable, though, and some might not like that.Overall, this was a very tasty lunch set. It was pretty filling and not bad for you. A great alternative to things like Lunchables, which are just full of sodium. Recommended!

Answer: almost flaky texture

I liked the dry, almost flaky texture .

When I ordered this GoPicnic set, I thought all I was getting was the crackers and salmon spread, but to my delight, it's a full lunch set. You get the crackers and spread, dried edamame, ginger nuts and dried fruit, and a little organic chocolate. For the most part, I thought this was really tasty. The salmon spread does taste like salmon, which is great, and the lime and chili complement it well. It's just a tad spicy, so mild that I didn't even notice it until I was well into eating it. I liked the slight kick, and it shouldn't bother people with sensative tongues. The crackers are organic, but you wouldn't know it. They're crunchy and buttery, kind of like Ritz crackers. My favorite item was the fruit and nut mix. They were salty and sweet, and the ginger went so well with the nuts peanuts and cranberries. It had a slight kick, no more than the salmon spread, and this was a great complement. The chocolate was ok. If you've had organic chocolate before, you know what to expect. It wasn't very sweet at 60% cacao, and it wasn't very smooth. Not really my thing, but eh. The only thing I didn't really like was the dried edamame. I generally like edamame, but dried... the first few bites were good. <hl> I liked the dry, almost flaky texture . <hl> But after a few bites, it tasted a bit weird. This has 16g of fat (25% of your daily value), but only 5g of saturated fat (25% daily value), most of which come from the salmon spread. There are 410 calories and 150 calories from fat. There are only 10mg cholesterol (3% daily value). There are 48g of carbohydrates (16% daily value) and 11g dietary fiber (44% daily value). The sodium isn't bad at 660mg (28% daily value), and neither are the sugars at 21g. The biggest problem is that there's not a whole lot of nutritional value here. You get 22g protien, which is pretty good, but only 10% of your daily value for iron and vitamin C. Fish has plenty of omega-3s, though, and peanuts and cranberries are full of anti-oxidants, so that's something. The packaging is very nice. I love the colors and design, especially the blue gingham pattern on the top. On the inside, there are fun facts and even a sudoku puzzle for you to complete. It's easy to open, and everything comes in its own easy to open packaging. There's a plastic fork for you to use, though I didn't need it. It doesn't all seem biodegradeable, though, and some might not like that. Overall, this was a very tasty lunch set. It was pretty filling and not bad for you. A great alternative to things like Lunchables, which are just full of sodium. Recommended!

When I ordered this GoPicnic set, I thought all I was getting was the crackers and salmon spread, but to my delight, it's a full lunch set. You get the crackers and spread, dried edamame, ginger nuts and dried fruit, and a little organic chocolate. For the most part, I thought this was really tasty. The salmon spread does taste like salmon, which is great, and the lime and chili complement it well. It's just a tad spicy, so mild that I didn't even notice it until I was well into eating it. I liked the slight kick, and it shouldn't bother people with sensative tongues. The crackers are organic, but you wouldn't know it. They're crunchy and buttery, kind of like Ritz crackers. My favorite item was the fruit and nut mix. They were salty and sweet, and the ginger went so well with the nuts peanuts and cranberries. It had a slight kick, no more than the salmon spread, and this was a great complement. The chocolate was ok. If you've had organic chocolate before, you know what to expect. It wasn't very sweet at 60% cacao, and it wasn't very smooth. Not really my thing, but eh. The only thing I didn't really like was the dried edamame. I generally like edamame, but dried... the first few bites were good. I liked the dry, <hl> almost flaky texture <hl>. But after a few bites, it tasted a bit weird.This has 16g of fat (25% of your daily value), but only 5g of saturated fat (25% daily value), most of which come from the salmon spread. There are 410 calories and 150 calories from fat.There are only 10mg cholesterol (3% daily value). There are 48g of carbohydrates (16% daily value) and 11g dietary fiber (44% daily value). The sodium isn't bad at 660mg (28% daily value), and neither are the sugars at 21g. The biggest problem is that there's not a whole lot of nutritional value here. You get 22g protien, which is pretty good, but only 10% of your daily value for iron and vitamin C. Fish has plenty of omega-3s, though, and peanuts and cranberries are full of anti-oxidants, so that's something.The packaging is very nice. I love the colors and design, especially the blue gingham pattern on the top. On the inside, there are fun facts and even a sudoku puzzle for you to complete. It's easy to open, and everything comes in its own easy to open packaging. There's a plastic fork for you to use, though I didn't need it. It doesn't all seem biodegradeable, though, and some might not like that.Overall, this was a very tasty lunch set. It was pretty filling and not bad for you. A great alternative to things like Lunchables, which are just full of sodium. Recommended!

I liked the dry, <hl> almost flaky texture <hl> .


Question: Does this taste funny at all?

I am one of those people who is not good at drinking water.  I know that it is vitally important to drink plenty of water each and every day, but I have never been one who could make myself drink much of it.  It is because of this that I am always on the lookout for great water beverages and let me tell you, I have had little luck.  Most mix in leave an ick aftertaste because of the fake sugar.  I also greatly dislike carbonated drinks.  When I saw this Essentia product, I was very curious to give it a try.  Through the years, I have tried many different brands of bottled water.  Some have a "soapy" taste, some have just a plain weird taste and others are not bad.  Where does Essentia fall into?  I would have to say that it falls into a category that ranks high on my taste bud o meter.The bottle claims that it has a silky smooth taste.  I don't know if I would say that, but it does have a very crisp and fresh taste to it.  I spent the afternoon outside mowing (on a rather hot day) and when I came in, I cracked open the bottle of Essentia.  It was delicious.  Now, of course I was dying of thirst, lol.  An hour later I am nearly finished with the entire bottle! For me, that is amazing, lol.  I am really enjoying the way the water tastes (or lack of taste, whichever the case may be, lol)  I can honestly say that I will hopefully be purchasing more bottles of this in the very near future.  I have not seen it in stores around our area, so will probably order from Amazon.Bottom line, I am incredibly pleased with this water, look forward to enjoying it in the future and highly recommend it!!

Answer: the lookout for great water beverages and let me tell you

I am one of those people who is not good at drinking water. I know that it is vitally important to drink plenty of water each and every day, but I have never been one who could make myself drink much of it. <hl> It is because of this that I am always on the lookout for great water beverages and let me tell you , I have had little luck. <hl> Most mix in leave an ick aftertaste because of the fake sugar. I also greatly dislike carbonated drinks. When I saw this Essentia product, I was very curious to give it a try. Through the years, I have tried many different brands of bottled water. Some have a "soapy" taste, some have just a plain weird taste and others are not bad. Where does Essentia fall into? I would have to say that it falls into a category that ranks high on my taste bud o meter. The bottle claims that it has a silky smooth taste. I don't know if I would say that, but it does have a very crisp and fresh taste to it. I spent the afternoon outside mowing (on a rather hot day) and when I came in, I cracked open the bottle of Essentia. It was delicious. Now, of course I was dying of thirst, lol. An hour later I am nearly finished with the entire bottle! For me, that is amazing, lol. I am really enjoying the way the water tastes (or lack of taste, whichever the case may be, lol) I can honestly say that I will hopefully be purchasing more bottles of this in the very near future. I have not seen it in stores around our area, so will probably order from Amazon. Bottom line, I am incredibly pleased with this water, look forward to enjoying it in the future and highly recommend it!!

I am one of those people who is not good at drinking water. I know that it is vitally important to drink plenty of water each and every day, but I have never been one who could make myself drink much of it. It is because of this that I am always on <hl> the lookout for great water beverages and let me tell you <hl>, I have had little luck. Most mix in leave an ick aftertaste because of the fake sugar. I also greatly dislike carbonated drinks. When I saw this Essentia product, I was very curious to give it a try. Through the years, I have tried many different brands of bottled water. Some have a "soapy" taste, some have just a plain weird taste and others are not bad. Where does Essentia fall into? I would have to say that it falls into a category that ranks high on my taste bud o meter.The bottle claims that it has a silky smooth taste. I don't know if I would say that, but it does have a very crisp and fresh taste to it. I spent the afternoon outside mowing (on a rather hot day) and when I came in, I cracked open the bottle of Essentia. It was delicious. Now, of course I was dying of thirst, lol. An hour later I am nearly finished with the entire bottle! For me, that is amazing, lol. I am really enjoying the way the water tastes (or lack of taste, whichever the case may be, lol) I can honestly say that I will hopefully be purchasing more bottles of this in the very near future. I have not seen it in stores around our area, so will probably order from Amazon.Bottom line, I am incredibly pleased with this water, look forward to enjoying it in the future and highly recommend it!!

It is because of this that I am always on <hl> the lookout for great water beverages and let me tell you <hl> , I have had little luck.


Question: How is the consistency of the appetizer?

Of the 2 I tested, I liked the Wild Blueberry bar much more.  Overall, both are very soft, dense and have a decent amount of nutrition to help curb your otherwise unhealthy snacking.

Answer: Of the 2 I tested, I liked the Wild Blueberry bar much more

<hl> Of the 2 I tested, I liked the Wild Blueberry bar much more . <hl> Overall, both are very soft, dense and have a decent amount of nutrition to help curb your otherwise unhealthy snacking.

<hl> Of the 2 I tested, I liked the Wild Blueberry bar much more <hl>. Overall, both are very soft, dense and have a decent amount of nutrition to help curb your otherwise unhealthy snacking.

<hl> Of the 2 I tested, I liked the Wild Blueberry bar much more <hl> .


Question: How is preparation?

It's needed said that these comments are for the 'Ultimate Cheeseburger Mac'.I had requested 'Chicken and Broccoli' and was mistakenly sent the wrong one.I think we may have liked the flavor I requested better then this one.This dinner is for hamburger and cheese lovers,The Velveeta cheese pack does greatly improve the cheese flavor in this dish over other brands.We found the suggestion on the box, of adding fresh chopped tomatoes for a topping is a great idea.We got some from our garden, and for us that made a rather ordinary skillet dinner much better.The meal was quick and easy to prepare, it took only 20 minutes as stated.And it is nice that you can prepare this dish from start to finish in one pan.UPDATE: The next day when our son-in-law had some of the leftovers,he thought this was a deliicious dish.He said instantly "what brand IS this?","this is sure better than hamburger helper meals".His opinion is that this dish is an A+.

Answer: It's needed said that these comments are for the

<hl> It's needed said that these comments are for the 'Ultimate Cheeseburger Mac'. <hl> I had requested 'Chicken and Broccoli' and was mistakenly sent the wrong one. I think we may have liked the flavor I requested better then this one. This dinner is for hamburger and cheese lovers,The Velveeta cheese pack does greatly improve the cheese flavor in this dish over other brands. We found the suggestion on the box, of adding fresh chopped tomatoes for a topping is a great idea. We got some from our garden, and for us that made a rather ordinary skillet dinner much better. The meal was quick and easy to prepare, it took only 20 minutes as stated. And it is nice that you can prepare this dish from start to finish in one pan. UPDATE: The next day when our son-in-law had some of the leftovers,he thought this was a deliicious dish. He said instantly "what brand IS this?","this is sure better than hamburger helper meals". His opinion is that this dish is an A+.

<hl> It's needed said that these comments are for the <hl> 'Ultimate Cheeseburger Mac'.I had requested 'Chicken and Broccoli' and was mistakenly sent the wrong one.I think we may have liked the flavor I requested better then this one.This dinner is for hamburger and cheese lovers,The Velveeta cheese pack does greatly improve the cheese flavor in this dish over other brands.We found the suggestion on the box, of adding fresh chopped tomatoes for a topping is a great idea.We got some from our garden, and for us that made a rather ordinary skillet dinner much better.The meal was quick and easy to prepare, it took only 20 minutes as stated.And it is nice that you can prepare this dish from start to finish in one pan.UPDATE: The next day when our son-in-law had some of the leftovers,he thought this was a deliicious dish.He said instantly "what brand IS this?","this is sure better than hamburger helper meals".His opinion is that this dish is an A+.


Question: How is the taste of caffeine?

I say I don't like coffee and I mean it, but it's not the flavor, it's what coffee is without the cream, the sweetners, the flavors.  I stop off at a place on my trip back to Chicago where you make you're own coffee mix for a dollar.  A 24 ounce version.  I make mine with about 10 half and halfs, 4 irish creams, 4 hazelnut flavors, and the overall a caramel chocolate blend.  When I heated this up I put in a half cup of half and half, and some chocolate syrup.  It was really good, but is that a fair test.I guess you can say the test was partially fine, because on occasion some old coffee left in the pot too long at the filling station has made my mix pretty flat tasting, this had some decent punch into it.  Stillk one can, is hardly a fair test of the drink.  I wish the product suppliers of food and drink items, would get a clue and include enough to do a decent review.  I've grown fond of strange cola's in the past like Moxie, I mention that one because it has a little bitterness to it, just like coffee, and is an acquired taste.  Had I not bought 12 cans the first time online of the stuff, I would have never ordered it again.  I keep it in stock now because it's a good change of pace from the overly sweet colas.  This coffee didn't give me any reason to hate it, but I don't have enough times drinking it to give you a solid opinion.  Good at least initially, but I can't speak for drinking it straight up.

Answer: It was really good

I say I don't like coffee and I mean it, but it's not the flavor, it's what coffee is without the cream, the sweetners, the flavors. I stop off at a place on my trip back to Chicago where you make you're own coffee mix for a dollar. A 24 ounce version. I make mine with about 10 half and halfs, 4 irish creams, 4 hazelnut flavors, and the overall a caramel chocolate blend. When I heated this up I put in a half cup of half and half, and some chocolate syrup. <hl> It was really good , but is that a fair test. <hl> I guess you can say the test was partially fine, because on occasion some old coffee left in the pot too long at the filling station has made my mix pretty flat tasting, this had some decent punch into it. Stillk one can, is hardly a fair test of the drink. I wish the product suppliers of food and drink items, would get a clue and include enough to do a decent review. I've grown fond of strange cola's in the past like Moxie, I mention that one because it has a little bitterness to it, just like coffee, and is an acquired taste. Had I not bought 12 cans the first time online of the stuff, I would have never ordered it again. I keep it in stock now because it's a good change of pace from the overly sweet colas. This coffee didn't give me any reason to hate it, but I don't have enough times drinking it to give you a solid opinion. Good at least initially, but I can't speak for drinking it straight up.

I say I don't like coffee and I mean it, but it's not the flavor, it's what coffee is without the cream, the sweetners, the flavors. I stop off at a place on my trip back to Chicago where you make you're own coffee mix for a dollar. A 24 ounce version. I make mine with about 10 half and halfs, 4 irish creams, 4 hazelnut flavors, and the overall a caramel chocolate blend. When I heated this up I put in a half cup of half and half, and some chocolate syrup. <hl> It was really good <hl>, but is that a fair test.I guess you can say the test was partially fine, because on occasion some old coffee left in the pot too long at the filling station has made my mix pretty flat tasting, this had some decent punch into it. Stillk one can, is hardly a fair test of the drink. I wish the product suppliers of food and drink items, would get a clue and include enough to do a decent review. I've grown fond of strange cola's in the past like Moxie, I mention that one because it has a little bitterness to it, just like coffee, and is an acquired taste. Had I not bought 12 cans the first time online of the stuff, I would have never ordered it again. I keep it in stock now because it's a good change of pace from the overly sweet colas. This coffee didn't give me any reason to hate it, but I don't have enough times drinking it to give you a solid opinion. Good at least initially, but I can't speak for drinking it straight up.

<hl> It was really good <hl> , but is that a fair test.


Question: How delicious is the taste of coffee?

This is unlike the concentrates that I've ever tried. I like the taste and ease to use. It has concentrated sugar that adds a real nice flavor. As you can tell in the ingredients listed on the product page it has vitamin C listed third, behind water and critic acid. Also a natural form of caffiene, B3 and B6. These provide a pick me up to me after consuming a couple of 8 oz glasses with ice. The bottle is enough to last me about a month, when drinking about 8 oz a day on average. it comes in handy when I run out of soda or don't want a cup of coffee. The amount of natural caffiene is low and does not give me a nervous or jittery type feeling. I use a little less than the suggested amount because of my taste due to the fact that I prefer less sweet drinks.The price is good, and the Subscribe and Save brings it down another five percent. The bottle fits easy into my hand and the cap is sturdy enough to hold upside down and shake without spilling a drop. I would recommend this product as a semi energy drink or a replacement for Kool-aid, as it does have some valuable vitamins.

Answer: This is unlike

<hl> This is unlike the concentrates that I've ever tried. <hl> I like the taste and ease to use. It has concentrated sugar that adds a real nice flavor. As you can tell in the ingredients listed on the product page it has vitamin C listed third, behind water and critic acid. Also a natural form of caffiene, B3 and B6. These provide a pick me up to me after consuming a couple of 8 oz glasses with ice. The bottle is enough to last me about a month, when drinking about 8 oz a day on average. it comes in handy when I run out of soda or don't want a cup of coffee. The amount of natural caffiene is low and does not give me a nervous or jittery type feeling. I use a little less than the suggested amount because of my taste due to the fact that I prefer less sweet drinks. The price is good, and the Subscribe and Save brings it down another five percent. The bottle fits easy into my hand and the cap is sturdy enough to hold upside down and shake without spilling a drop. I would recommend this product as a semi energy drink or a replacement for Kool-aid, as it does have some valuable vitamins.

<hl> This is unlike <hl> the concentrates that I've ever tried. I like the taste and ease to use. It has concentrated sugar that adds a real nice flavor. As you can tell in the ingredients listed on the product page it has vitamin C listed third, behind water and critic acid. Also a natural form of caffiene, B3 and B6. These provide a pick me up to me after consuming a couple of 8 oz glasses with ice. The bottle is enough to last me about a month, when drinking about 8 oz a day on average. it comes in handy when I run out of soda or don't want a cup of coffee. The amount of natural caffiene is low and does not give me a nervous or jittery type feeling. I use a little less than the suggested amount because of my taste due to the fact that I prefer less sweet drinks.The price is good, and the Subscribe and Save brings it down another five percent. The bottle fits easy into my hand and the cap is sturdy enough to hold upside down and shake without spilling a drop. I would recommend this product as a semi energy drink or a replacement for Kool-aid, as it does have some valuable vitamins.


Question: Is the sauce tasty?

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.

Answer: the sauce is tasty

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. <hl> Well, although the sauce is tasty and creamy, there is very little zing (hence the 4 stars). <hl> 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.

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 <hl> the sauce is tasty <hl> 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.


Question: What is your first opinion after use the skin product?

I have been so intrigued by all the advice on using coconut oil for everything from frying foods to making your own beauty products. I just couldn't invest in it until now because it's such a BIG jar and kind of pricy at the grocery stores.I'll cut to the chase here...the first night I got the tub of coconut oil, I grabbed out about a tablespoon and put it through my hair, roots to ends. I was a little sad that it doesn't have a coconut smell, but it is supposed to be organic and not added junk for scent. So no problems there. It did leave my hair greasy that night...duh! No way you could go out with this on your hair ;)  I left it on all night. The next day I shampooed my hair twice, then used my usual conditioner. WOW Just that first day my hair feels softer and is visibly shinier! I love it!! Now I know I will be grabbing a jar that does have a coconut flavor for cooking, I imagine shrimp would be fabulous in coconut oil.I also make my own facial cream. I have not added to coconut oil to my current mixture (several vitamin e tablets emptied, crisco (look it up), oil of olay, vitamin e lotion) because I love it the way it is. When I do mix up some with the coconut oil as the base ingredient, I'll come back and update.Sheri Gill - Writer, Mom, Mage!!

Answer: Just that first day my hair feels softer and is visibly shinier

I have been so intrigued by all the advice on using coconut oil for everything from frying foods to making your own beauty products. I just couldn't invest in it until now because it's such a BIG jar and kind of pricy at the grocery stores. I'll cut to the chase here...the first night I got the tub of coconut oil, I grabbed out about a tablespoon and put it through my hair, roots to ends. I was a little sad that it doesn't have a coconut smell, but it is supposed to be organic and not added junk for scent. So no problems there. It did leave my hair greasy that night... duh! No way you could go out with this on your hair ;) I left it on all night. The next day I shampooed my hair twice, then used my usual conditioner. <hl> WOW Just that first day my hair feels softer and is visibly shinier ! <hl> I love it!! Now I know I will be grabbing a jar that does have a coconut flavor for cooking, I imagine shrimp would be fabulous in coconut oil. I also make my own facial cream. I have not added to coconut oil to my current mixture (several vitamin e tablets emptied, crisco (look it up), oil of olay, vitamin e lotion) because I love it the way it is. When I do mix up some with the coconut oil as the base ingredient, I'll come back and update. Sheri Gill - Writer, Mom, Mage!!

I have been so intrigued by all the advice on using coconut oil for everything from frying foods to making your own beauty products. I just couldn't invest in it until now because it's such a BIG jar and kind of pricy at the grocery stores.I'll cut to the chase here...the first night I got the tub of coconut oil, I grabbed out about a tablespoon and put it through my hair, roots to ends. I was a little sad that it doesn't have a coconut smell, but it is supposed to be organic and not added junk for scent. So no problems there. It did leave my hair greasy that night...duh! No way you could go out with this on your hair ;) I left it on all night. The next day I shampooed my hair twice, then used my usual conditioner. WOW <hl> Just that first day my hair feels softer and is visibly shinier <hl>! I love it!! Now I know I will be grabbing a jar that does have a coconut flavor for cooking, I imagine shrimp would be fabulous in coconut oil.I also make my own facial cream. I have not added to coconut oil to my current mixture (several vitamin e tablets emptied, crisco (look it up), oil of olay, vitamin e lotion) because I love it the way it is. When I do mix up some with the coconut oil as the base ingredient, I'll come back and update.Sheri Gill - Writer, Mom, Mage!!

WOW <hl> Just that first day my hair feels softer and is visibly shinier <hl> !


Question: How about drinks at the bar?

While hiking on Santa Rosa Island in Channel Islands National Park, my wife and I tried this new bar.  What a gem.  Hiking bars tend to by dry and often include an overkill of sugar.  This bar, on the other hand is at once moist and filling.  The insistance on using all organic ingredients will undoubtedly raise the price, but the flavor is worth it.My only concern is that sometimes, after a product becomes popular, manufacturers will substitute less expensive ingredients.  And I do expect this bar to become popular.

Answer: This bar, on the other hand is at once moist and filling

While hiking on Santa Rosa Island in Channel Islands National Park, my wife and I tried this new bar. What a gem. Hiking bars tend to by dry and often include an overkill of sugar. <hl> This bar, on the other hand is at once moist and filling . <hl> The insistance on using all organic ingredients will undoubtedly raise the price, but the flavor is worth it. My only concern is that sometimes, after a product becomes popular, manufacturers will substitute less expensive ingredients. And I do expect this bar to become popular.

While hiking on Santa Rosa Island in Channel Islands National Park, my wife and I tried this new bar. What a gem. Hiking bars tend to by dry and often include an overkill of sugar. <hl> This bar, on the other hand is at once moist and filling <hl>. The insistance on using all organic ingredients will undoubtedly raise the price, but the flavor is worth it.My only concern is that sometimes, after a product becomes popular, manufacturers will substitute less expensive ingredients. And I do expect this bar to become popular.

<hl> This bar, on the other hand is at once moist and filling <hl> .


Question: How is the taste?

And this was no exception. You can really taste the vanilla in it. It does have a slightly bitter aftertaste, but I've found that to be the case in a lot of Starbucks coffees. I use it in my Kuerig and love brewing myself a large cup every morning.

Answer: It does have a slightly bitter aftertaste

And this was no exception. You can really taste the vanilla in it. <hl> It does have a slightly bitter aftertaste , but I've found that to be the case in a lot of Starbucks coffees. <hl> I use it in my Kuerig and love brewing myself a large cup every morning.

And this was no exception. You can really taste the vanilla in it. <hl> It does have a slightly bitter aftertaste <hl>, but I've found that to be the case in a lot of Starbucks coffees. I use it in my Kuerig and love brewing myself a large cup every morning.

<hl> It does have a slightly bitter aftertaste <hl> , but I've found that to be the case in a lot of Starbucks coffees.


Question: How is chocolate?

Ahhhh, melt in your mouth goodness. I LOVE the caramel chocolate combo!The problem with caramel chocolate bars is they are incredibly messy. The caramel oozes out in a deliciously messy goo. Great for the tastebuds, not so great for clothing. This treat totally eliminates the messy gooey ooze from such a treat.The chocolates are perfect for a dainty nibble, or just the right size to pop in all at once. Depending on your chocolate ingestion style. I'm a popper myself. No dainty nibbling here. Wrapped individually, these are wonderful to share with coworkers, or hide them all for yourself. They are wrapped in an attractive gold foil, perfect to set out in candy dishes. Generally, I'm a sharer. BUT, I have to admit, I didn't share these. Perhaps when I make my next purchase of them. Which I WILL do :)I'm hoping they make other flavors as well, I sampled the Original Caramel chocolates. I'm wondering if they make a dark chocolate version as well, because I do prefer dark over milk chocolate.The mix of caramel and chocolate was just right. The balance of the two was PERFECT. Sometimes chocolate/caramel combo candies are too strong on either side, but not here.These are definately a new favorite :)

Answer: The chocolates are perfect for a dainty nibble

Ahhhh, melt in your mouth goodness. I LOVE the caramel chocolate combo!The problem with caramel chocolate bars is they are incredibly messy. The caramel oozes out in a deliciously messy goo. Great for the tastebuds, not so great for clothing. This treat totally eliminates the messy gooey ooze from such a treat. <hl> The chocolates are perfect for a dainty nibble , or just the right size to pop in all at once. <hl> Depending on your chocolate ingestion style. I'm a popper myself. No dainty nibbling here. Wrapped individually, these are wonderful to share with coworkers, or hide them all for yourself. They are wrapped in an attractive gold foil, perfect to set out in candy dishes. Generally, I'm a sharer. BUT, I have to admit, I didn't share these. Perhaps when I make my next purchase of them. Which I WILL do :) I'm hoping they make other flavors as well, I sampled the Original Caramel chocolates. I'm wondering if they make a dark chocolate version as well, because I do prefer dark over milk chocolate. The mix of caramel and chocolate was just right. The balance of the two was PERFECT. Sometimes chocolate/caramel combo candies are too strong on either side, but not here. These are definately a new favorite :)

Ahhhh, melt in your mouth goodness. I LOVE the caramel chocolate combo!The problem with caramel chocolate bars is they are incredibly messy. The caramel oozes out in a deliciously messy goo. Great for the tastebuds, not so great for clothing. This treat totally eliminates the messy gooey ooze from such a treat.<hl> The chocolates are perfect for a dainty nibble <hl>, or just the right size to pop in all at once. Depending on your chocolate ingestion style. I'm a popper myself. No dainty nibbling here. Wrapped individually, these are wonderful to share with coworkers, or hide them all for yourself. They are wrapped in an attractive gold foil, perfect to set out in candy dishes. Generally, I'm a sharer. BUT, I have to admit, I didn't share these. Perhaps when I make my next purchase of them. Which I WILL do :)I'm hoping they make other flavors as well, I sampled the Original Caramel chocolates. I'm wondering if they make a dark chocolate version as well, because I do prefer dark over milk chocolate.The mix of caramel and chocolate was just right. The balance of the two was PERFECT. Sometimes chocolate/caramel combo candies are too strong on either side, but not here.These are definately a new favorite :)

<hl> The chocolates are perfect for a dainty nibble <hl> , or just the right size to pop in all at once.


Question: How is taste?

I've had a few other coffee drinks that come in a can, with milk + coffee, and they kind of all have the same taste.  This illy branded one is no different.  It's a unique flavor.  Somewhat like iced coffee with milk, but still different.  I enjoy the flavor, but it's not going to be like drinking an iced mocha coffee with cream/milk from your local cafe.I would compare this closely to some of the Java Monster energy drinks that I've had, more specifically the Mocha version of it.  The difference being that here you only get 8.45 ounces instead of the 16+ oz of the monster, and you're only getting coffee here with no additional craziness, which is good.I haven't had illy coffee that much, just a few times in Europe, and then some espresso pods for a cheap espresso machine I had, so I can't really fully say if it lives up to the name, but it was smooth coffee, albeit with chocolate and milk mixed in as well.  I'm not sure the price justifies how much you get, or the name on it in this case.

Answer: It's a unique flavor

It's a unique flavor .

I've had a few other coffee drinks that come in a can, with milk + coffee, and they kind of all have the same taste. This illy branded one is no different. <hl> It's a unique flavor . <hl> Somewhat like iced coffee with milk, but still different. I enjoy the flavor, but it's not going to be like drinking an iced mocha coffee with cream/milk from your local cafe. I would compare this closely to some of the Java Monster energy drinks that I've had, more specifically the Mocha version of it. The difference being that here you only get 8.45 ounces instead of the 16+ oz of the monster, and you're only getting coffee here with no additional craziness, which is good. I haven't had illy coffee that much, just a few times in Europe, and then some espresso pods for a cheap espresso machine I had, so I can't really fully say if it lives up to the name, but it was smooth coffee, albeit with chocolate and milk mixed in as well. I'm not sure the price justifies how much you get, or the name on it in this case.

I've had a few other coffee drinks that come in a can, with milk + coffee, and they kind of all have the same taste. This illy branded one is no different. <hl> It's a unique flavor <hl>. Somewhat like iced coffee with milk, but still different. I enjoy the flavor, but it's not going to be like drinking an iced mocha coffee with cream/milk from your local cafe.I would compare this closely to some of the Java Monster energy drinks that I've had, more specifically the Mocha version of it. The difference being that here you only get 8.45 ounces instead of the 16+ oz of the monster, and you're only getting coffee here with no additional craziness, which is good.I haven't had illy coffee that much, just a few times in Europe, and then some espresso pods for a cheap espresso machine I had, so I can't really fully say if it lives up to the name, but it was smooth coffee, albeit with chocolate and milk mixed in as well. I'm not sure the price justifies how much you get, or the name on it in this case.


Question: How many people does this meal reach?

First, I have to say that when I got this product, my kids were quite excited.  They love anything with cheese in it so that was a plus from the beginning.  The directions are easy and you can substitute different meats for the chicken breast, which--besides 2 1/2 cups of water--is the only thing not included in the box.  I used ground turkey since I didn't have any chicken breast on-hand.  I'm sure that ground beef, pork or cubed thigh meat would work just as well.  One recommendation:  Stick to the instructions to the tee.  When they say "simmer & stir often", they mean very often.  The pasta sticks to the pan if you do not stir it often enough.  I stirred about every 45 seconds to 1 minute during the first 7-minute cooking time and just barely caught the pasta from sticking too much to the pan.  The reason I placed broccoli in quotations in the title is that the teeny-tiny packet of freeze-dried broccoli once placed in the dish near the end of the cooking time becomes pretty much non-existent.  It is hard to see and it does not have that lovely green look like it does in the picture.  I'd really just call it the Cheesy Chicken Skillet dinner and not even include the broccoli.Flavor was decent, although a little salty if you eat more than a servings-worth.  The kids loved it, of course...it's CHEESY!  It wasn't bad for my taste buds either.  I was thinking that if I make this again, I might just add my own fresh broccoli florets near the end instead of the freeze-dried packet.The Kraft Velveeta Chicken and Broccoli Skillets Dinner Kit was a hit with the kids...I'd just leave the word "broccoli" out of it.

Answer: I stirred about every 45 seconds

First, I have to say that when I got this product, my kids were quite excited. They love anything with cheese in it so that was a plus from the beginning. The directions are easy and you can substitute different meats for the chicken breast, which--besides 2 1/2 cups of water--is the only thing not included in the box. I used ground turkey since I didn't have any chicken breast on-hand. I'm sure that ground beef, pork or cubed thigh meat would work just as well. One recommendation: Stick to the instructions to the tee. When they say "simmer & stir often", they mean very often. The pasta sticks to the pan if you do not stir it often enough. <hl> I stirred about every 45 seconds to 1 minute during the first 7-minute cooking time and just barely caught the pasta from sticking too much to the pan. <hl> The reason I placed broccoli in quotations in the title is that the teeny-tiny packet of freeze-dried broccoli once placed in the dish near the end of the cooking time becomes pretty much non-existent. It is hard to see and it does not have that lovely green look like it does in the picture. I'd really just call it the Cheesy Chicken Skillet dinner and not even include the broccoli. Flavor was decent, although a little salty if you eat more than a servings-worth. The kids loved it, of course...it's CHEESY! It wasn't bad for my taste buds either. I was thinking that if I make this again, I might just add my own fresh broccoli florets near the end instead of the freeze-dried packet. The Kraft Velveeta Chicken and Broccoli Skillets Dinner Kit was a hit with the kids...I'd just leave the word "broccoli" out of it.

First, I have to say that when I got this product, my kids were quite excited. They love anything with cheese in it so that was a plus from the beginning. The directions are easy and you can substitute different meats for the chicken breast, which--besides 2 1/2 cups of water--is the only thing not included in the box. I used ground turkey since I didn't have any chicken breast on-hand. I'm sure that ground beef, pork or cubed thigh meat would work just as well. One recommendation: Stick to the instructions to the tee. When they say "simmer & stir often", they mean very often. The pasta sticks to the pan if you do not stir it often enough. <hl> I stirred about every 45 seconds <hl> to 1 minute during the first 7-minute cooking time and just barely caught the pasta from sticking too much to the pan. The reason I placed broccoli in quotations in the title is that the teeny-tiny packet of freeze-dried broccoli once placed in the dish near the end of the cooking time becomes pretty much non-existent. It is hard to see and it does not have that lovely green look like it does in the picture. I'd really just call it the Cheesy Chicken Skillet dinner and not even include the broccoli.Flavor was decent, although a little salty if you eat more than a servings-worth. The kids loved it, of course...it's CHEESY! It wasn't bad for my taste buds either. I was thinking that if I make this again, I might just add my own fresh broccoli florets near the end instead of the freeze-dried packet.The Kraft Velveeta Chicken and Broccoli Skillets Dinner Kit was a hit with the kids...I'd just leave the word "broccoli" out of it.