Question: What are the ingredients in this cracker?

I enjoyed most of the snack but not the salmon spread.  I love fish.  But this spread was too rich and not salty enough.  And it left a funny taste in my mouth.  Still, the rest of the snack made up for that.  The crackers were nice and tasty; the dry-roasted soybeans are as addictive as you'd expect and the fruit and nut mix was great.  (The nut and fruit mix does have peanuts so if you're allergic you should know that.) And the chocolate candy was fantastic.  So everything except the salmon was great so maybe the other products in that line are better.The only other thing I'd add is that this is definitely a snack and not a meal.  So, all told, I am not sure it's worth it for the kind of price they're asking.

Answer: the fruit and nut mix was great

I enjoyed most of the snack but not the salmon spread. I love fish. But this spread was too rich and not salty enough. And it left a funny taste in my mouth. Still, the rest of the snack made up for that. <hl> The crackers were nice and tasty; the dry-roasted soybeans are as addictive as you'd expect and the fruit and nut mix was great . <hl> (The nut and fruit mix does have peanuts so if you're allergic you should know that.) And the chocolate candy was fantastic. So everything except the salmon was great so maybe the other products in that line are better. The only other thing I'd add is that this is definitely a snack and not a meal. So, all told, I am not sure it's worth it for the kind of price they're asking.

I enjoyed most of the snack but not the salmon spread. I love fish. But this spread was too rich and not salty enough. And it left a funny taste in my mouth. Still, the rest of the snack made up for that. The crackers were nice and tasty; the dry-roasted soybeans are as addictive as you'd expect and <hl> the fruit and nut mix was great <hl>. (The nut and fruit mix does have peanuts so if you're allergic you should know that.) And the chocolate candy was fantastic. So everything except the salmon was great so maybe the other products in that line are better.The only other thing I'd add is that this is definitely a snack and not a meal. So, all told, I am not sure it's worth it for the kind of price they're asking.

The crackers were nice and tasty; the dry-roasted soybeans are as addictive as you'd expect and <hl> the fruit and nut mix was great <hl> .


Question: Is this taste enjoyable?

I was excited to try these once I got a whiff of the contents upon opening the package.  I'm a fan of good licorice...note: Twizzlers are just okay to me.The smell and consistency of this licorice are good, but the flaver is quite disappointing.  It has a very weak taste of Pomegranate and for some reason I got a hint of peppermint in every bite.  Maybe just the way my taste buds interpreted the licorice mixed with a little pomegranate juice (can't be much in there).I like these more than Twizzlers, but I would buy a number of other brands before these.FYI: Below are the listed ingredients and nutrition facts.Ingredients-----------Organic Wheat FlourOrganic SugarCorn SyrupOrganic Tapioca SyrupVegetable GlycerinSunflower OilElderberry ExtractCitric AcidNatural FlavorPomegranate Juice ConcentrateLicorice Root ExtractNutrition Facts---------------Servings per container: About 3.5Calories per serving: 130Total Fat 0.5gSodium 5mgTotal Carbs 32g- Dietary Fiver 2g- Sugars 10gProtein 2g

Answer: It has a very weak taste of Pomegranate

I was excited to try these once I got a whiff of the contents upon opening the package. I'm a fan of good licorice...note: Twizzlers are just okay to me. The smell and consistency of this licorice are good, but the flaver is quite disappointing. <hl> It has a very weak taste of Pomegranate and for some reason I got a hint of peppermint in every bite. <hl> Maybe just the way my taste buds interpreted the licorice mixed with a little pomegranate juice (can't be much in there).I like these more than Twizzlers, but I would buy a number of other brands before these. FYI: Below are the listed ingredients and nutrition facts. Ingredients-----------Organic Wheat FlourOrganic SugarCorn SyrupOrganic Tapioca SyrupVegetable GlycerinSunflower OilElderberry ExtractCitric AcidNatural FlavorPomegranate Juice ConcentrateLicorice Root ExtractNutrition Facts---------------Servings per container: About 3.5Calories per serving: 130Total Fat 0.5gSodium 5mgTotal Carbs 32g- Dietary Fiver 2g- Sugars 10gProtein 2g

I was excited to try these once I got a whiff of the contents upon opening the package. I'm a fan of good licorice...note: Twizzlers are just okay to me.The smell and consistency of this licorice are good, but the flaver is quite disappointing. <hl> It has a very weak taste of Pomegranate <hl> and for some reason I got a hint of peppermint in every bite. Maybe just the way my taste buds interpreted the licorice mixed with a little pomegranate juice (can't be much in there).I like these more than Twizzlers, but I would buy a number of other brands before these.FYI: Below are the listed ingredients and nutrition facts.Ingredients-----------Organic Wheat FlourOrganic SugarCorn SyrupOrganic Tapioca SyrupVegetable GlycerinSunflower OilElderberry ExtractCitric AcidNatural FlavorPomegranate Juice ConcentrateLicorice Root ExtractNutrition Facts---------------Servings per container: About 3.5Calories per serving: 130Total Fat 0.5gSodium 5mgTotal Carbs 32g- Dietary Fiver 2g- Sugars 10gProtein 2g


Question: Does this coffee taste good?

The smell and appearance of this coffee are very attractive when first opened. The bag is vacuum sealed. The coffee is very finely ground and has the soft texture of clay. The aroma is rich and delicious.Opinions will differ on taste. While I liked it, my husband wasn't so keen on the flavor. I guess it depends on your feelings about chocolate.Still . . . Folgers Gourmet Selections makes a decently priced chocolate coffee that smells just as good and tastes slightly better.

Answer: The coffee is very finely ground

The smell and appearance of this coffee are very attractive when first opened. The bag is vacuum sealed. <hl> The coffee is very finely ground and has the soft texture of clay. <hl> The aroma is rich and delicious. Opinions will differ on taste. While I liked it, my husband wasn't so keen on the flavor. I guess it depends on your feelings about chocolate. Still . . . Folgers Gourmet Selections makes a decently priced chocolate coffee that smells just as good and tastes slightly better.

The smell and appearance of this coffee are very attractive when first opened. The bag is vacuum sealed. <hl> The coffee is very finely ground <hl> and has the soft texture of clay. The aroma is rich and delicious.Opinions will differ on taste. While I liked it, my husband wasn't so keen on the flavor. I guess it depends on your feelings about chocolate.Still . . . Folgers Gourmet Selections makes a decently priced chocolate coffee that smells just as good and tastes slightly better.


Question: Is coffee good?

Illy makes great coffee and I did enjoy the taste of this beverage. But buys should beware that what they're getting when they order this product is not so much a Cappuccino, but a regular slightly flavored can of coffee. This did not taste like an iced cappucino.Whether you choose to purchase this product is likely based on your preference for canned coffee. I can tell you that illy excels at the canned coffee product. Their coffee does not taste artificial or fake, like many of the other products. I cannot drink the Starbucks Double Shot espresso without gagging and that largely put me off the stuff. I'm not sure if I'll continue drinking this stuff, but it wasn't bad.Canned coffee is expensive if you consider how cheap and relatively easy it is to make iced coffee. But if you're a believer in canned coffee, you'll probably like the taste of this one. Even if it's not really Cappuccino, at least it tastes good.

Answer: Illy makes great coffee

<hl> Illy makes great coffee and I did enjoy the taste of this beverage. <hl> But buys should beware that what they're getting when they order this product is not so much a Cappuccino, but a regular slightly flavored can of coffee. This did not taste like an iced cappucino. Whether you choose to purchase this product is likely based on your preference for canned coffee. I can tell you that illy excels at the canned coffee product. Their coffee does not taste artificial or fake, like many of the other products. I cannot drink the Starbucks Double Shot espresso without gagging and that largely put me off the stuff. I'm not sure if I'll continue drinking this stuff, but it wasn't bad. Canned coffee is expensive if you consider how cheap and relatively easy it is to make iced coffee. But if you're a believer in canned coffee, you'll probably like the taste of this one. Even if it's not really Cappuccino, at least it tastes good.

<hl> Illy makes great coffee <hl> and I did enjoy the taste of this beverage. But buys should beware that what they're getting when they order this product is not so much a Cappuccino, but a regular slightly flavored can of coffee. This did not taste like an iced cappucino.Whether you choose to purchase this product is likely based on your preference for canned coffee. I can tell you that illy excels at the canned coffee product. Their coffee does not taste artificial or fake, like many of the other products. I cannot drink the Starbucks Double Shot espresso without gagging and that largely put me off the stuff. I'm not sure if I'll continue drinking this stuff, but it wasn't bad.Canned coffee is expensive if you consider how cheap and relatively easy it is to make iced coffee. But if you're a believer in canned coffee, you'll probably like the taste of this one. Even if it's not really Cappuccino, at least it tastes good.


Question: Does it have a strong taste?

Firstly, I am picky with water. I do not like Aquafina or Dasani because I think they taste like the plastic bottle. My favorite waters are Deer Park and Poland Spring. Both have a clean, crisp flavor, with no funky after taste or odd plastic taste.Essentia has a nice clean, fresh taste. Just pure clean water. No after taste, no odd tastes overall. I love the bigger sized bottle. I cannot attest to the benefits of drinking pH water specifically because I only tried the one bottle and of course did not see any benefits or notice anything spectacularly different from any other water.I suppose if you have great interest in the long term benefits of drinking Essentia with its 9.5pH and if you do not mind the price, it is worth it. I myself cannot see spending so much on bottled water, although it does have a very good, pure taste.

Answer: crisp flavor

Firstly, I am picky with water. I do not like Aquafina or Dasani because I think they taste like the plastic bottle. My favorite waters are Deer Park and Poland Spring. <hl> Both have a clean, crisp flavor , with no funky after taste or odd plastic taste. <hl> Essentia has a nice clean, fresh taste. Just pure clean water. No after taste, no odd tastes overall. I love the bigger sized bottle. I cannot attest to the benefits of drinking pH water specifically because I only tried the one bottle and of course did not see any benefits or notice anything spectacularly different from any other water. I suppose if you have great interest in the long term benefits of drinking Essentia with its 9.5pH and if you do not mind the price, it is worth it. I myself cannot see spending so much on bottled water, although it does have a very good, pure taste.

Firstly, I am picky with water. I do not like Aquafina or Dasani because I think they taste like the plastic bottle. My favorite waters are Deer Park and Poland Spring. Both have a clean, <hl> crisp flavor <hl>, with no funky after taste or odd plastic taste.Essentia has a nice clean, fresh taste. Just pure clean water. No after taste, no odd tastes overall. I love the bigger sized bottle. I cannot attest to the benefits of drinking pH water specifically because I only tried the one bottle and of course did not see any benefits or notice anything spectacularly different from any other water.I suppose if you have great interest in the long term benefits of drinking Essentia with its 9.5pH and if you do not mind the price, it is worth it. I myself cannot see spending so much on bottled water, although it does have a very good, pure taste.

Both have a clean, <hl> crisp flavor <hl> , with no funky after taste or odd plastic taste.


Question: Was the coffee reasonable for the rate?

This coffee smelled great, but the taste was less impressive.  It wasn't that the coffee was too bitter or strong, it was that the taste was sort of blah.  There was nothing remarkable about the flavor, it really was quite boring, if one can call a coffee boring.  This coffee would do the job in the morning if I didn't have any better stuff to drink, but I wouldn't go out of my way to buy it.  It's just not very flavorful.  If it tasted like it smelled it would have been so much better.

Answer: This coffee smelled great

<hl> This coffee smelled great , but the taste was less impressive. <hl> It wasn't that the coffee was too bitter or strong, it was that the taste was sort of blah. There was nothing remarkable about the flavor, it really was quite boring, if one can call a coffee boring. This coffee would do the job in the morning if I didn't have any better stuff to drink, but I wouldn't go out of my way to buy it. It's just not very flavorful. If it tasted like it smelled it would have been so much better.

<hl> This coffee smelled great <hl>, but the taste was less impressive. It wasn't that the coffee was too bitter or strong, it was that the taste was sort of blah. There was nothing remarkable about the flavor, it really was quite boring, if one can call a coffee boring. This coffee would do the job in the morning if I didn't have any better stuff to drink, but I wouldn't go out of my way to buy it. It's just not very flavorful. If it tasted like it smelled it would have been so much better.

<hl> This coffee smelled great <hl> , but the taste was less impressive.


Question: How do you like the sweetness?

I am a raw vegan with a heavy load of health issues, including Celiac Disease and food allergies. I but rarely eat commercially prepared snack/nutritional bars because typically they don't meet my dietary requirements. I much prefer the nutritional bars I prepare myself but being chronically ill and disabled, I don't always feel well enough to go through the effort. But living in hurricane country on the Gulf coast of Florida, I do like to have some kind of food bar on hand in my hurricane pantry along with my other emergency supplies.I was excited to findPure Bar Organic Chocolate Brownie, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)and have not been disappointed in the least. First of all, PURE meets all my dietary requirements for food bars: it must be organic; it must be raw; it must be vegan; it must be gluten free; it must not contain GMOs, preservatives, soy, refined sugar or trans fat; it must taste good.These chocolate brownie bars are the best! I agree 100% with reviewer Tennyson E. Stead who stated so well that these are the "closest thing I've ever experienced to eating a brownie fresh from the oven in a packaged food."  Really!  A brownie doesn't get better than this! The Pure Bars are small but dense and quite satisfying although I could easily eat two at a time. They are moist, chewy, naturally sweet and have no added sodium. The chocolate is rich and not compromised by carob, the fruits are flavorful and sweet, the nuts fresh tasting. All the flavors are bright and nicely balanced without a trace of rancidity or moldiness, a problem I've experienced with other bars, particularly Larabar.The Pure Bar label is easy to read and contains all the nutritional information I like to see. I'm happy too that PURE Bar is certified organic and a supporter of the Celiac Disease Foundation.I am definitely going to stock up onPure Bar Organic Chocolate Brownie, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)on a regular basis because I indulge in them often, not just during hurricane season! Amazon's Subscribe and Save Program is THE way to go too!  I am also signed up forPure Bar Organic Wild Blueberry, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)andPure Bar Organic Cherry Cashew, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)which are also wonderful.  But hands down,Pure Bar Organic Chocolate Brownie, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)is my favorite and I love it best!

Answer: it must taste good

I am a raw vegan with a heavy load of health issues, including Celiac Disease and food allergies. I but rarely eat commercially prepared snack/nutritional bars because typically they don't meet my dietary requirements. I much prefer the nutritional bars I prepare myself but being chronically ill and disabled, I don't always feel well enough to go through the effort. But living in hurricane country on the Gulf coast of Florida, I do like to have some kind of food bar on hand in my hurricane pantry along with my other emergency supplies. I was excited to findPure Bar Organic Chocolate Brownie, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)and have not been disappointed in the least. <hl> First of all, PURE meets all my dietary requirements for food bars: it must be organic; it must be raw; it must be vegan; it must be gluten free; it must not contain GMOs, preservatives, soy, refined sugar or trans fat; it must taste good .These chocolate brownie bars are the best! <hl> I agree 100% with reviewer Tennyson E. Stead who stated so well that these are the "closest thing I've ever experienced to eating a brownie fresh from the oven in a packaged food." Really! A brownie doesn't get better than this! The Pure Bars are small but dense and quite satisfying although I could easily eat two at a time. They are moist, chewy, naturally sweet and have no added sodium. The chocolate is rich and not compromised by carob, the fruits are flavorful and sweet, the nuts fresh tasting. All the flavors are bright and nicely balanced without a trace of rancidity or moldiness, a problem I've experienced with other bars, particularly Larabar. The Pure Bar label is easy to read and contains all the nutritional information I like to see. I'm happy too that PURE Bar is certified organic and a supporter of the Celiac Disease Foundation. I am definitely going to stock up onPure Bar Organic Chocolate Brownie, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)on a regular basis because I indulge in them often, not just during hurricane season! Amazon's Subscribe and Save Program is THE way to go too! I am also signed up forPure Bar Organic Wild Blueberry, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)andPure Bar Organic Cherry Cashew, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)which are also wonderful. But hands down,Pure Bar Organic Chocolate Brownie, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)is my favorite and I love it best!

I am a raw vegan with a heavy load of health issues, including Celiac Disease and food allergies. I but rarely eat commercially prepared snack/nutritional bars because typically they don't meet my dietary requirements. I much prefer the nutritional bars I prepare myself but being chronically ill and disabled, I don't always feel well enough to go through the effort. But living in hurricane country on the Gulf coast of Florida, I do like to have some kind of food bar on hand in my hurricane pantry along with my other emergency supplies.I was excited to findPure Bar Organic Chocolate Brownie, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)and have not been disappointed in the least. First of all, PURE meets all my dietary requirements for food bars: it must be organic; it must be raw; it must be vegan; it must be gluten free; it must not contain GMOs, preservatives, soy, refined sugar or trans fat; <hl> it must taste good <hl>.These chocolate brownie bars are the best! I agree 100% with reviewer Tennyson E. Stead who stated so well that these are the "closest thing I've ever experienced to eating a brownie fresh from the oven in a packaged food." Really! A brownie doesn't get better than this! The Pure Bars are small but dense and quite satisfying although I could easily eat two at a time. They are moist, chewy, naturally sweet and have no added sodium. The chocolate is rich and not compromised by carob, the fruits are flavorful and sweet, the nuts fresh tasting. All the flavors are bright and nicely balanced without a trace of rancidity or moldiness, a problem I've experienced with other bars, particularly Larabar.The Pure Bar label is easy to read and contains all the nutritional information I like to see. I'm happy too that PURE Bar is certified organic and a supporter of the Celiac Disease Foundation.I am definitely going to stock up onPure Bar Organic Chocolate Brownie, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)on a regular basis because I indulge in them often, not just during hurricane season! Amazon's Subscribe and Save Program is THE way to go too! I am also signed up forPure Bar Organic Wild Blueberry, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)andPure Bar Organic Cherry Cashew, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)which are also wonderful. But hands down,Pure Bar Organic Chocolate Brownie, Raw Fruit & Nut Bar, 1.7-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)is my favorite and I love it best!

First of all, PURE meets all my dietary requirements for food bars: it must be organic; it must be raw; it must be vegan; it must be gluten free; it must not contain GMOs, preservatives, soy, refined sugar or trans fat; <hl> it must taste good <hl> .These chocolate brownie bars are the best!


Question: What is your favorite taste?

More like a hint of green tea mostly masked by the chamomile. Still a tasty cup of tea if you like blends. If you are looking for traditional eastern green tea, I would suggest you give this a pass. This is definitely a blend - complex, with the taste of pretty much every ingredient coming to the fore at sometime. The price is reasonable compared to other K-Cup products and the consistency is constant from cup to cup.Verdict: While it will never be my "go-to" cup of tea, the distinctive blend is interesting and along with a teaspoon of honey, makes a pretty relaxing experience.All the best,Jay

Answer: More like a hint of green tea

<hl> More like a hint of green tea mostly masked by the chamomile. <hl> Still a tasty cup of tea if you like blends. If you are looking for traditional eastern green tea, I would suggest you give this a pass. This is definitely a blend - complex, with the taste of pretty much every ingredient coming to the fore at sometime. The price is reasonable compared to other K-Cup products and the consistency is constant from cup to cup. Verdict: While it will never be my "go-to" cup of tea, the distinctive blend is interesting and along with a teaspoon of honey, makes a pretty relaxing experience. All the best,Jay

<hl> More like a hint of green tea <hl> mostly masked by the chamomile. Still a tasty cup of tea if you like blends. If you are looking for traditional eastern green tea, I would suggest you give this a pass. This is definitely a blend - complex, with the taste of pretty much every ingredient coming to the fore at sometime. The price is reasonable compared to other K-Cup products and the consistency is constant from cup to cup.Verdict: While it will never be my "go-to" cup of tea, the distinctive blend is interesting and along with a teaspoon of honey, makes a pretty relaxing experience.All the best,Jay


Question: How was the snack?

I got these for my husband, since I don't really go for graham crackers.His thoughts:The crackers have a wholesome, natural flavor and satisfying crisp, though a little sweeter might be nicer; the honey-cinnamon flavor is a little subtle for me. They don't have the artificial aftertaste some others have. 3 stars from me, as in "ok"Mine:I like that they are not to sweet. I find most graham crackers obnoxious because of the overly strong flavor and, as he mentions, the aftertaste. Because of the neutrality, they play well with other accompaniments like preserves, or even cheeses. 5 stars from me, oddly enough. I don't like this type of snack, but these were good.This makes an average of 4 stars between us.Some nutritional information:(per serving of 2 full cracker sheets in % daily value)110 Calories, 20 from fatTotal Fat 2.5g (4%), 1.5g from monounsaturated "good" fats that are heart-healthyNo cholesterolSodium 130mg (2%)Potassium 85mg (2%)Carbs 21g (7%)Fiber 2g (8%)Sugars 7gProtein 2gOverall, the fiber content is pretty high, and the ingredients list is short and simple. NO high fructose corn syrup or refined sugars, no artificial coloring:Graham flour from whole grains, whole grain rolled oats, evaporated cane juice, safflower oil, honey, raisin paste, brown rice syrup, leavening, sea salt, cinnamon, vitamin E to protect flavor.

Answer: have a wholesome, natural flavor and satisfying crisp

I got these for my husband, since I don't really go for graham crackers. <hl> His thoughts:The crackers have a wholesome, natural flavor and satisfying crisp , though a little sweeter might be nicer; the honey-cinnamon flavor is a little subtle for me. <hl> They don't have the artificial aftertaste some others have. 3 stars from me, as in "ok"Mine:I like that they are not to sweet. I find most graham crackers obnoxious because of the overly strong flavor and, as he mentions, the aftertaste. Because of the neutrality, they play well with other accompaniments like preserves, or even cheeses. 5 stars from me, oddly enough. I don't like this type of snack, but these were good. This makes an average of 4 stars between us. Some nutritional information:(per serving of 2 full cracker sheets in % daily value)110 Calories, 20 from fatTotal Fat 2.5g (4%), 1.5g from monounsaturated "good" fats that are heart-healthyNo cholesterolSodium 130mg (2%)Potassium 85mg (2%)Carbs 21g (7%)Fiber 2g (8%)Sugars 7gProtein 2gOverall, the fiber content is pretty high, and the ingredients list is short and simple. NO high fructose corn syrup or refined sugars, no artificial coloring:Graham flour from whole grains, whole grain rolled oats, evaporated cane juice, safflower oil, honey, raisin paste, brown rice syrup, leavening, sea salt, cinnamon, vitamin E to protect flavor.

I got these for my husband, since I don't really go for graham crackers.His thoughts:The crackers <hl> have a wholesome, natural flavor and satisfying crisp <hl>, though a little sweeter might be nicer; the honey-cinnamon flavor is a little subtle for me. They don't have the artificial aftertaste some others have. 3 stars from me, as in "ok"Mine:I like that they are not to sweet. I find most graham crackers obnoxious because of the overly strong flavor and, as he mentions, the aftertaste. Because of the neutrality, they play well with other accompaniments like preserves, or even cheeses. 5 stars from me, oddly enough. I don't like this type of snack, but these were good.This makes an average of 4 stars between us.Some nutritional information:(per serving of 2 full cracker sheets in % daily value)110 Calories, 20 from fatTotal Fat 2.5g (4%), 1.5g from monounsaturated "good" fats that are heart-healthyNo cholesterolSodium 130mg (2%)Potassium 85mg (2%)Carbs 21g (7%)Fiber 2g (8%)Sugars 7gProtein 2gOverall, the fiber content is pretty high, and the ingredients list is short and simple. NO high fructose corn syrup or refined sugars, no artificial coloring:Graham flour from whole grains, whole grain rolled oats, evaporated cane juice, safflower oil, honey, raisin paste, brown rice syrup, leavening, sea salt, cinnamon, vitamin E to protect flavor.

His thoughts:The crackers <hl> have a wholesome, natural flavor and satisfying crisp <hl> , though a little sweeter might be nicer; the honey-cinnamon flavor is a little subtle for me.


Question: How is taste?

I was hesitant at first to try this All Natural Energy Juice Drink that I received from the Vine Program here at Amazon.... but boy am I glad I did.  This is an excellent beverage.  I probably would not bought it  without first trying it because I don't normally like carbonated drinks.  But I will now buy it --  since it is actually quite good.If you cannot drink coffee, and don't like tea that much, then this is a way to get your caffeine.  It has 80 grams of caffeine, which sounds like a lot but after I drank it this morning I really felt energized and not extremely caffeinated.  Traditional caffeine feels very agitating to me.  I also like the fresh taste and the juicy-ness of this drink.  If you are looking for a way to get your caffeine burst in the morning (or afternoon) without using the more traditional ways of getting it, then this is great.This would also be a great drink to travel with.  The size of the can is nice and small and would fit into a travel bag or purse quite nicely.

Answer: I also like the fresh taste and the juicy

I was hesitant at first to try this All Natural Energy Juice Drink that I received from the Vine Program here at Amazon.... but boy am I glad I did. This is an excellent beverage. I probably would not bought it without first trying it because I don't normally like carbonated drinks. But I will now buy it -- since it is actually quite good. If you cannot drink coffee, and don't like tea that much, then this is a way to get your caffeine. It has 80 grams of caffeine, which sounds like a lot but after I drank it this morning I really felt energized and not extremely caffeinated. Traditional caffeine feels very agitating to me. <hl> I also like the fresh taste and the juicy -ness of this drink. <hl> If you are looking for a way to get your caffeine burst in the morning (or afternoon) without using the more traditional ways of getting it, then this is great. This would also be a great drink to travel with. The size of the can is nice and small and would fit into a travel bag or purse quite nicely.

I was hesitant at first to try this All Natural Energy Juice Drink that I received from the Vine Program here at Amazon.... but boy am I glad I did. This is an excellent beverage. I probably would not bought it without first trying it because I don't normally like carbonated drinks. But I will now buy it -- since it is actually quite good.If you cannot drink coffee, and don't like tea that much, then this is a way to get your caffeine. It has 80 grams of caffeine, which sounds like a lot but after I drank it this morning I really felt energized and not extremely caffeinated. Traditional caffeine feels very agitating to me. <hl> I also like the fresh taste and the juicy <hl>-ness of this drink. If you are looking for a way to get your caffeine burst in the morning (or afternoon) without using the more traditional ways of getting it, then this is great.This would also be a great drink to travel with. The size of the can is nice and small and would fit into a travel bag or purse quite nicely.

<hl> I also like the fresh taste and the juicy <hl> -ness of this drink.


Question: How is the chocolate?

This dark chocolate is so sweet and smooth that it could pass for milk chocolate.  If you love the Lindt bittersweet version but cannot find it, this bar will satisfy.

Answer: chocolate is so sweet

<hl> This dark chocolate is so sweet and smooth that it could pass for milk chocolate. <hl> If you love the Lindt bittersweet version but cannot find it, this bar will satisfy.

This dark <hl> chocolate is so sweet <hl> and smooth that it could pass for milk chocolate. If you love the Lindt bittersweet version but cannot find it, this bar will satisfy.


Question: What is the size like?

I love ginger snaps and never pass up an opportunity to sample something different.  These are bite sized, crunchy cookies with a distinct but not overwhelming bite to them.  Egg and dairy free, they can be enjoyed by Vegans or people with allergies.  By purchasing Newman's Own products, you are also helping fund programming that supports the common good. The price is comparable to similar products and it makes sense to purchase from a company that can see beyond its bottom line.

Answer: These are bite sized

I love ginger snaps and never pass up an opportunity to sample something different. <hl> These are bite sized , crunchy cookies with a distinct but not overwhelming bite to them. <hl> Egg and dairy free, they can be enjoyed by Vegans or people with allergies. By purchasing Newman's Own products, you are also helping fund programming that supports the common good. The price is comparable to similar products and it makes sense to purchase from a company that can see beyond its bottom line.

I love ginger snaps and never pass up an opportunity to sample something different. <hl> These are bite sized <hl>, crunchy cookies with a distinct but not overwhelming bite to them. Egg and dairy free, they can be enjoyed by Vegans or people with allergies. By purchasing Newman's Own products, you are also helping fund programming that supports the common good. The price is comparable to similar products and it makes sense to purchase from a company that can see beyond its bottom line.

<hl> These are bite sized <hl> , crunchy cookies with a distinct but not overwhelming bite to them.


Question: Is coffee good?

is what my husband said this coffee reminds him of.  He likes a mid (not strong) taste.  I don't drink coffee hot. My idea of coffee is a wonderful smell in the morning that I will make and add to a latte or I guess I mean a chocolate/coffee smoothie that I make at home.  This one suits that bill.  It is a full flavor to me or strong.  I believe it would even make a second cup if I so desired.Would I pay a huge amount for it?  No, I think this coffee is relatively expensive. There are only 15 pods in the box and it happens to have Marley on the box.  Is that the reason for the cost or is pod coffee just expensive?Since I don't have a pod machine I boiled a cup of water and added it to the pod in a cup with a spoon holding it down.  Worked well for me.Good coffee but not worth what they want for it.

Answer: this coffee reminds him of

<hl> is what my husband said this coffee reminds him of . <hl> He likes a mid (not strong) taste. I don't drink coffee hot. My idea of coffee is a wonderful smell in the morning that I will make and add to a latte or I guess I mean a chocolate/coffee smoothie that I make at home. This one suits that bill. It is a full flavor to me or strong. I believe it would even make a second cup if I so desired. Would I pay a huge amount for it? No, I think this coffee is relatively expensive. There are only 15 pods in the box and it happens to have Marley on the box. Is that the reason for the cost or is pod coffee just expensive?Since I don't have a pod machine I boiled a cup of water and added it to the pod in a cup with a spoon holding it down. Worked well for me. Good coffee but not worth what they want for it.

is what my husband said <hl> this coffee reminds him of <hl>. He likes a mid (not strong) taste. I don't drink coffee hot. My idea of coffee is a wonderful smell in the morning that I will make and add to a latte or I guess I mean a chocolate/coffee smoothie that I make at home. This one suits that bill. It is a full flavor to me or strong. I believe it would even make a second cup if I so desired.Would I pay a huge amount for it? No, I think this coffee is relatively expensive. There are only 15 pods in the box and it happens to have Marley on the box. Is that the reason for the cost or is pod coffee just expensive?Since I don't have a pod machine I boiled a cup of water and added it to the pod in a cup with a spoon holding it down. Worked well for me.Good coffee but not worth what they want for it.

is what my husband said <hl> this coffee reminds him of <hl> .


Question: How are the carbs like?

I sent this cereal to my daughter.  She lives a healthy lifestyle and I thought she would enjoy it.These are her comments:  The packaging reminds you of a box of dog biscuits. She thought maybe the company should rethink the box.  But, the cereal tastes good, The fruit is sweet.  It must be good for you with 20% of the daily recommended amount of fiber.  She didn't think she would eat it everyday.  The texture is a little heavy.If you are looking for a high fiber cereal this would fill the bill.

Answer: I sent this cereal

I sent this cereal to my daughter.

<hl> I sent this cereal to my daughter. <hl> She lives a healthy lifestyle and I thought she would enjoy it. These are her comments: The packaging reminds you of a box of dog biscuits. She thought maybe the company should rethink the box. But, the cereal tastes good, The fruit is sweet. It must be good for you with 20% of the daily recommended amount of fiber. She didn't think she would eat it everyday. The texture is a little heavy. If you are looking for a high fiber cereal this would fill the bill.

<hl> I sent this cereal <hl> to my daughter. She lives a healthy lifestyle and I thought she would enjoy it.These are her comments: The packaging reminds you of a box of dog biscuits. She thought maybe the company should rethink the box. But, the cereal tastes good, The fruit is sweet. It must be good for you with 20% of the daily recommended amount of fiber. She didn't think she would eat it everyday. The texture is a little heavy.If you are looking for a high fiber cereal this would fill the bill.


Question: How is the quality of the taste?

Aloe Gloe smells surprisingly good.  The taste isn't as great as the smell, but it wasn't bad.  Calling it Crisp Aloe seems pretty accurate to me.  It has a refreshing minty taste with an odd lingering aftertaste.  This might be thanks to the stevia.  My dilemma is if this is worth the price.  The first ingredient is water.  On the nutrition panel none of the amino acids, vitamins, antioxidants, enzymes & minerals the bottle says aloe vera contains are listed.  Just sodium & sugar.  The lack of any nutrients on the nutrition facts makes me wonder if there is anything what so ever nutritional about Aloe Gloe.My normal choice for aloe is by the brand Lily Of The Desert.  Their aloe juice is certified organic containing only 3 ingredients:  organic inner aloe leaf, citric acid & potassium sorbate.  On the nutrition facts it says it contains 25mg calcium, 4mg magnesium, 58ml aloe filet (aloe gloe on the other hand does not even say how much aloe is actually in the water!)This is not something I plan to order on amazon.  I feel there are much better options for a aloe drink.  If I am out & about needing something refreshing, I might consider a bottle IF I cannot find something better.

Answer: The taste isn't as great as the smell, but it wasn't bad

Aloe Gloe smells surprisingly good. <hl> The taste isn't as great as the smell, but it wasn't bad . <hl> Calling it Crisp Aloe seems pretty accurate to me. It has a refreshing minty taste with an odd lingering aftertaste. This might be thanks to the stevia. My dilemma is if this is worth the price. The first ingredient is water. On the nutrition panel none of the amino acids, vitamins, antioxidants, enzymes & minerals the bottle says aloe vera contains are listed. Just sodium & sugar. The lack of any nutrients on the nutrition facts makes me wonder if there is anything what so ever nutritional about Aloe Gloe. My normal choice for aloe is by the brand Lily Of The Desert. Their aloe juice is certified organic containing only 3 ingredients: organic inner aloe leaf, citric acid & potassium sorbate. On the nutrition facts it says it contains 25mg calcium, 4mg magnesium, 58ml aloe filet (aloe gloe on the other hand does not even say how much aloe is actually in the water!)This is not something I plan to order on amazon. I feel there are much better options for a aloe drink. If I am out & about needing something refreshing, I might consider a bottle IF I cannot find something better.

Aloe Gloe smells surprisingly good. <hl> The taste isn't as great as the smell, but it wasn't bad <hl>. Calling it Crisp Aloe seems pretty accurate to me. It has a refreshing minty taste with an odd lingering aftertaste. This might be thanks to the stevia. My dilemma is if this is worth the price. The first ingredient is water. On the nutrition panel none of the amino acids, vitamins, antioxidants, enzymes & minerals the bottle says aloe vera contains are listed. Just sodium & sugar. The lack of any nutrients on the nutrition facts makes me wonder if there is anything what so ever nutritional about Aloe Gloe.My normal choice for aloe is by the brand Lily Of The Desert. Their aloe juice is certified organic containing only 3 ingredients: organic inner aloe leaf, citric acid & potassium sorbate. On the nutrition facts it says it contains 25mg calcium, 4mg magnesium, 58ml aloe filet (aloe gloe on the other hand does not even say how much aloe is actually in the water!)This is not something I plan to order on amazon. I feel there are much better options for a aloe drink. If I am out & about needing something refreshing, I might consider a bottle IF I cannot find something better.

<hl> The taste isn't as great as the smell, but it wasn't bad <hl> .


Question: How is the taste?

Aloe Gloe "Crisp Aloe" is quite tasty.  The flavor is refreshing, crisp, and sweet.  It kind of reminds me of an ice cold lemonade though the taste of this Aloe drink is more like celery or cucumber (without the peel) and a little sweet than lemony.The mouth feel is more "soft" than plain water and feels a little thicker than plain water, almost like the mouth feel of milk.Ice cold though it's very refreshing and very enjoyable after going for a long walk in our Florida heat and humidity.This is the sort of thing I would pack in a cooler alongside bottled water, if we are headed to the beach or the park or out on a boat for an afternoon.It kind of reminds me of an ice cold lemonade on a sweltering day.Good stuff.

Answer: Aloe Gloe "Crisp Aloe" is quite tasty.  The flavor is refreshing, crisp, and sweet

<hl> Aloe Gloe "Crisp Aloe" is quite tasty. The flavor is refreshing, crisp, and sweet . <hl> It kind of reminds me of an ice cold lemonade though the taste of this Aloe drink is more like celery or cucumber (without the peel) and a little sweet than lemony. The mouth feel is more "soft" than plain water and feels a little thicker than plain water, almost like the mouth feel of milk. Ice cold though it's very refreshing and very enjoyable after going for a long walk in our Florida heat and humidity. This is the sort of thing I would pack in a cooler alongside bottled water, if we are headed to the beach or the park or out on a boat for an afternoon. It kind of reminds me of an ice cold lemonade on a sweltering day. Good stuff.

<hl> Aloe Gloe "Crisp Aloe" is quite tasty. The flavor is refreshing, crisp, and sweet <hl>. It kind of reminds me of an ice cold lemonade though the taste of this Aloe drink is more like celery or cucumber (without the peel) and a little sweet than lemony.The mouth feel is more "soft" than plain water and feels a little thicker than plain water, almost like the mouth feel of milk.Ice cold though it's very refreshing and very enjoyable after going for a long walk in our Florida heat and humidity.This is the sort of thing I would pack in a cooler alongside bottled water, if we are headed to the beach or the park or out on a boat for an afternoon.It kind of reminds me of an ice cold lemonade on a sweltering day.Good stuff.

<hl> Aloe Gloe "Crisp Aloe" is quite tasty. The flavor is refreshing, crisp, and sweet <hl> .


Question: How would you describe the chocolate in the product?

Sure you could put it in milk and eat it like cereal, sprinkle it as a topping on ice cream or fro-yo, but it is perfect enough to snack right out of the bag.  I love how sweet it is.  I am not a fan of dry-barely-sweet granola but the gooey sugary stuff marketed toward children isn't great either (I'd rather eat a cookie or cake).  This hits that midpoint that is perfect when craving a sweet snack (without going for a full-fledged dessert).  The chocolate is perfect and sweet without being bitter like found in many healthier snacks.Nice perk... the zipper closure at the top.  I can never seem to find a "Chip Clip" in my house when I need one though I have bought dozens.

Answer: The chocolate is perfect and sweet without being bitter like found in many healthier snacks

Sure you could put it in milk and eat it like cereal, sprinkle it as a topping on ice cream or fro-yo, but it is perfect enough to snack right out of the bag. I love how sweet it is. I am not a fan of dry-barely-sweet granola but the gooey sugary stuff marketed toward children isn't great either (I'd rather eat a cookie or cake). This hits that midpoint that is perfect when craving a sweet snack (without going for a full-fledged dessert). <hl> The chocolate is perfect and sweet without being bitter like found in many healthier snacks .Nice perk... <hl> the zipper closure at the top. I can never seem to find a "Chip Clip" in my house when I need one though I have bought dozens.

Sure you could put it in milk and eat it like cereal, sprinkle it as a topping on ice cream or fro-yo, but it is perfect enough to snack right out of the bag. I love how sweet it is. I am not a fan of dry-barely-sweet granola but the gooey sugary stuff marketed toward children isn't great either (I'd rather eat a cookie or cake). This hits that midpoint that is perfect when craving a sweet snack (without going for a full-fledged dessert). <hl> The chocolate is perfect and sweet without being bitter like found in many healthier snacks <hl>.Nice perk... the zipper closure at the top. I can never seem to find a "Chip Clip" in my house when I need one though I have bought dozens.

<hl> The chocolate is perfect and sweet without being bitter like found in many healthier snacks <hl> .Nice perk...


Question: How were the noodles?

I've reviewed other Velveeta Skillets before, and while I like the flavor fine, I stopped short of saying that they were better than Hamburger Helper.  The flavor was different, but not really better.  The preparation was easy, but not easier.  The price is higher, so not better.But I think this chicken and broccoli skillet just might be worth the extra money.  Preparation isn't any easier than HH (but really, how hard is it to fix something like this?!  If you've got a problem fixing it, you may just want to step away from the stove and go to a restaurant!).  The price still isn't really cheaper.  But it tastes MUCH better than any Chicken Helper that I've ever had before.The real strength of the Velveeta Skillet dishes is the cheese.  The Helper boxes use powdered cheese and a milk/water combo to make the cheese.  Velveeta takes advantage of their core product to offer a packet of real, honest to goodness Velveeta cheese.  the result is a much richer, cheesier meal that is really light-years ahead of powder.  Compare Velveeta shells and cheese to any powder-cheese and you'll see what I mean.Preparation is quick, which comes in handy when you're trying to fix something good and quick.  My picky eater didn't like it, though to be honest she barely tried it; in fact, she decided she didn't like it when I told her it was broccoli and cheese.  My son loves broccoli, though, and he cleaned his plate in no time.  Don't tell your kids it's got broccoli in it and they'll be fine -- the broccoli is VERY finely chopped (this is one place that I was disappointed with the Velveeta, to be honest).  You might even experiment with other vegetables, and it's simple to just leave the broccoli out if you don't want it.

Answer: might be worth the extra money

I've reviewed other Velveeta Skillets before, and while I like the flavor fine, I stopped short of saying that they were better than Hamburger Helper. The flavor was different, but not really better. The preparation was easy, but not easier. The price is higher, so not better. <hl> But I think this chicken and broccoli skillet just might be worth the extra money . <hl> Preparation isn't any easier than HH (but really, how hard is it to fix something like this?! If you've got a problem fixing it, you may just want to step away from the stove and go to a restaurant!). The price still isn't really cheaper. But it tastes MUCH better than any Chicken Helper that I've ever had before. The real strength of the Velveeta Skillet dishes is the cheese. The Helper boxes use powdered cheese and a milk/water combo to make the cheese. Velveeta takes advantage of their core product to offer a packet of real, honest to goodness Velveeta cheese. the result is a much richer, cheesier meal that is really light-years ahead of powder. Compare Velveeta shells and cheese to any powder-cheese and you'll see what I mean. Preparation is quick, which comes in handy when you're trying to fix something good and quick. My picky eater didn't like it, though to be honest she barely tried it; in fact, she decided she didn't like it when I told her it was broccoli and cheese. My son loves broccoli, though, and he cleaned his plate in no time. Don't tell your kids it's got broccoli in it and they'll be fine -- the broccoli is VERY finely chopped (this is one place that I was disappointed with the Velveeta, to be honest). You might even experiment with other vegetables, and it's simple to just leave the broccoli out if you don't want it.

I've reviewed other Velveeta Skillets before, and while I like the flavor fine, I stopped short of saying that they were better than Hamburger Helper. The flavor was different, but not really better. The preparation was easy, but not easier. The price is higher, so not better.But I think this chicken and broccoli skillet just <hl> might be worth the extra money <hl>. Preparation isn't any easier than HH (but really, how hard is it to fix something like this?! If you've got a problem fixing it, you may just want to step away from the stove and go to a restaurant!). The price still isn't really cheaper. But it tastes MUCH better than any Chicken Helper that I've ever had before.The real strength of the Velveeta Skillet dishes is the cheese. The Helper boxes use powdered cheese and a milk/water combo to make the cheese. Velveeta takes advantage of their core product to offer a packet of real, honest to goodness Velveeta cheese. the result is a much richer, cheesier meal that is really light-years ahead of powder. Compare Velveeta shells and cheese to any powder-cheese and you'll see what I mean.Preparation is quick, which comes in handy when you're trying to fix something good and quick. My picky eater didn't like it, though to be honest she barely tried it; in fact, she decided she didn't like it when I told her it was broccoli and cheese. My son loves broccoli, though, and he cleaned his plate in no time. Don't tell your kids it's got broccoli in it and they'll be fine -- the broccoli is VERY finely chopped (this is one place that I was disappointed with the Velveeta, to be honest). You might even experiment with other vegetables, and it's simple to just leave the broccoli out if you don't want it.

But I think this chicken and broccoli skillet just <hl> might be worth the extra money <hl> .


Question: How would rate the value for money of the product?

This is a really good honey. Most store bought honey these days has little if no actual honey in it, but I believe this is the real thing. It has a different consistency than store bought honey nor does it have the golden clarity. This is very thick almost like apple butter or something. But I liked it and believe its worth the extra expense as long as it doesn't get too crazy at your retailer of choice.They might want to reconsider their labeling design for the American market with more information.

Answer: It has a different consistency than store bought honey nor does it have the golden clarity

This is a really good honey. Most store bought honey these days has little if no actual honey in it, but I believe this is the real thing. <hl> It has a different consistency than store bought honey nor does it have the golden clarity . <hl> This is very thick almost like apple butter or something. But I liked it and believe its worth the extra expense as long as it doesn't get too crazy at your retailer of choice. They might want to reconsider their labeling design for the American market with more information.

This is a really good honey. Most store bought honey these days has little if no actual honey in it, but I believe this is the real thing. <hl> It has a different consistency than store bought honey nor does it have the golden clarity <hl>. This is very thick almost like apple butter or something. But I liked it and believe its worth the extra expense as long as it doesn't get too crazy at your retailer of choice.They might want to reconsider their labeling design for the American market with more information.

<hl> It has a different consistency than store bought honey nor does it have the golden clarity <hl> .


Question: How is the coffee is rather?

Comes in round, flat, pods so beware before purchasing. I just dropped one in the filter holder of my regular coffee maker used about 1 cup of water and it worked out OK. There are no instructions on the box on what to do with the pods, how much water or what machines it might work with.Evaluation:Comes in single serving pods.Nice packaging.Light to medium strength coffee.Tastes very slightly burnt.Unlike what the advertising says, I taste no "berry notes".No acidic taste (a plus).OrganicFair trade certified means farmers are paid a fair price for their coffee beans.In my opinion, there's better coffee out there, but worth a try. This coffee is fine for the average coffee drinker. It's not bold enough for the purist, but won't offend them either.

Answer: Comes in round, flat, pods so beware before purchasing

<hl> Comes in round, flat, pods so beware before purchasing . <hl> I just dropped one in the filter holder of my regular coffee maker used about 1 cup of water and it worked out OK. There are no instructions on the box on what to do with the pods, how much water or what machines it might work with. Evaluation:Comes in single serving pods. Nice packaging. Light to medium strength coffee. Tastes very slightly burnt. Unlike what the advertising says, I taste no "berry notes". No acidic taste (a plus).OrganicFair trade certified means farmers are paid a fair price for their coffee beans. In my opinion, there's better coffee out there, but worth a try. This coffee is fine for the average coffee drinker. It's not bold enough for the purist, but won't offend them either.

<hl> Comes in round, flat, pods so beware before purchasing <hl>. I just dropped one in the filter holder of my regular coffee maker used about 1 cup of water and it worked out OK. There are no instructions on the box on what to do with the pods, how much water or what machines it might work with.Evaluation:Comes in single serving pods.Nice packaging.Light to medium strength coffee.Tastes very slightly burnt.Unlike what the advertising says, I taste no "berry notes".No acidic taste (a plus).OrganicFair trade certified means farmers are paid a fair price for their coffee beans.In my opinion, there's better coffee out there, but worth a try. This coffee is fine for the average coffee drinker. It's not bold enough for the purist, but won't offend them either.

<hl> Comes in round, flat, pods so beware before purchasing <hl> .


Question: How is the bar?

For nut lovers, this is a very tasty chewy granola bar that is chocked full of nuts. The nuts add quite a bit of fat to the bar - 12 g total for a 1.62 oz bar, but are a good source of protein (7 g) and provide fiber (3 g).  The nuts are large and substantial. The honey roasted flavor adds a depth to the overall taste of the barAll is all this was a great tasting, relatively nutritious bar that I'll definitely treat myself to again.  It satisfied my "candy bar" craving with better nutritional qualities, including relative low sodium (230 mg) and a full day's worth of Vitamin E (110% DV).

Answer: the bar - 12 g total for a 1.62 oz bar

For nut lovers, this is a very tasty chewy granola bar that is chocked full of nuts. <hl> The nuts add quite a bit of fat to the bar - 12 g total for a 1.62 oz bar , but are a good source of protein (7 g) and provide fiber (3 g). <hl> The nuts are large and substantial. The honey roasted flavor adds a depth to the overall taste of the barAll is all this was a great tasting, relatively nutritious bar that I'll definitely treat myself to again. It satisfied my "candy bar" craving with better nutritional qualities, including relative low sodium (230 mg) and a full day's worth of Vitamin E (110% DV).

For nut lovers, this is a very tasty chewy granola bar that is chocked full of nuts. The nuts add quite a bit of fat to <hl> the bar - 12 g total for a 1.62 oz bar <hl>, but are a good source of protein (7 g) and provide fiber (3 g). The nuts are large and substantial. The honey roasted flavor adds a depth to the overall taste of the barAll is all this was a great tasting, relatively nutritious bar that I'll definitely treat myself to again. It satisfied my "candy bar" craving with better nutritional qualities, including relative low sodium (230 mg) and a full day's worth of Vitamin E (110% DV).

The nuts add quite a bit of fat to <hl> the bar - 12 g total for a 1.62 oz bar <hl> , but are a good source of protein (7 g) and provide fiber (3 g).


Question: How is it the drink?

This drink contends to be a natural alternative to soda.  While it definitely is "natural", I would not agree with the "alternative to soda" aspect.  Specifically, the liquid is much closer in consistency to juice, and in fact, has more sugar than juice (over 30 grams per 8.3 ounces).  Sure, it's lightly carbonated, but that alone doesn't make this drink a soda.  Also, if you wanted something natural, I'd go with Hansen's sodas, or a number of natural sodas, which are definitely sodas.  This drink is basically juice with carbonation.The other notable issue I had with this was its size.  8.3 oounces doesn't get you far (3 gulps, maybe?), and coupled with the thickness of the drink (since it IS juice, with quite a bit of natural sugar), you don't get very much thirst quenching effect from this.  The 100% juice also accounts for the strong aftertaste.Finally, natural sugar is still sugar, and has just as many calories.  This stuff wouldn't make the cut in most school vending policies, with its high sugar content.  And I wouldn't give this to my kids.  Instead, a couple of CapriSun Roaring Waters juice pouches (which each have about 1/4 the amount of sugar) would do the trick for them.Not recommended, sorry.

Answer: drink contends to be a natural

<hl> This drink contends to be a natural alternative to soda. <hl> While it definitely is "natural", I would not agree with the "alternative to soda" aspect. Specifically, the liquid is much closer in consistency to juice, and in fact, has more sugar than juice (over 30 grams per 8.3 ounces). Sure, it's lightly carbonated, but that alone doesn't make this drink a soda. Also, if you wanted something natural, I'd go with Hansen's sodas, or a number of natural sodas, which are definitely sodas. This drink is basically juice with carbonation. The other notable issue I had with this was its size. 8.3 oounces doesn't get you far (3 gulps, maybe?), and coupled with the thickness of the drink (since it IS juice, with quite a bit of natural sugar), you don't get very much thirst quenching effect from this. The 100% juice also accounts for the strong aftertaste. Finally, natural sugar is still sugar, and has just as many calories. This stuff wouldn't make the cut in most school vending policies, with its high sugar content. And I wouldn't give this to my kids. Instead, a couple of CapriSun Roaring Waters juice pouches (which each have about 1/4 the amount of sugar) would do the trick for them. Not recommended, sorry.

This <hl> drink contends to be a natural <hl> alternative to soda. While it definitely is "natural", I would not agree with the "alternative to soda" aspect. Specifically, the liquid is much closer in consistency to juice, and in fact, has more sugar than juice (over 30 grams per 8.3 ounces). Sure, it's lightly carbonated, but that alone doesn't make this drink a soda. Also, if you wanted something natural, I'd go with Hansen's sodas, or a number of natural sodas, which are definitely sodas. This drink is basically juice with carbonation.The other notable issue I had with this was its size. 8.3 oounces doesn't get you far (3 gulps, maybe?), and coupled with the thickness of the drink (since it IS juice, with quite a bit of natural sugar), you don't get very much thirst quenching effect from this. The 100% juice also accounts for the strong aftertaste.Finally, natural sugar is still sugar, and has just as many calories. This stuff wouldn't make the cut in most school vending policies, with its high sugar content. And I wouldn't give this to my kids. Instead, a couple of CapriSun Roaring Waters juice pouches (which each have about 1/4 the amount of sugar) would do the trick for them.Not recommended, sorry.


Question: How is the sugar content?

Izze Sparkling Pomegranate is not too sweet, but it is just as refreshing and fun as sugary soft drinks. The cans are small and stylish, perfect for carrying in your purse or backpack. Kids like it, and the smaller size makes it a more sensible serving.The company is ecologically and socially responsible, too.What's more, this flavor is very nice with a touch of Cointreau for a sophisticated and festive cocktail.An excellent alternative to sodas.

Answer: refreshing

<hl> Izze Sparkling Pomegranate is not too sweet, but it is just as refreshing and fun as sugary soft drinks. <hl> The cans are small and stylish, perfect for carrying in your purse or backpack. Kids like it, and the smaller size makes it a more sensible serving. The company is ecologically and socially responsible, too. What's more, this flavor is very nice with a touch of Cointreau for a sophisticated and festive cocktail. An excellent alternative to sodas.

Izze Sparkling Pomegranate is not too sweet, but it is just as <hl> refreshing <hl> and fun as sugary soft drinks. The cans are small and stylish, perfect for carrying in your purse or backpack. Kids like it, and the smaller size makes it a more sensible serving.The company is ecologically and socially responsible, too.What's more, this flavor is very nice with a touch of Cointreau for a sophisticated and festive cocktail.An excellent alternative to sodas.


Question: How is oatmeal?

My first question is, why?  This is no sort of time saver.  It's just as easy and fast to put real old-fashioned oats into the microwave.  Next, the "table if contents"--ACK!  Not a healthy oatmeal choice!  Third, the space in the pantry: this box is huge.  So, not bad-tasting, but totally not worth it.

Answer: Not a healthy oatmeal choice

My first question is, why? This is no sort of time saver. It's just as easy and fast to put real old-fashioned oats into the microwave. <hl> Next, the "table if contents"--ACK! Not a healthy oatmeal choice ! <hl> Third, the space in the pantry: this box is huge. So, not bad-tasting, but totally not worth it.

My first question is, why? This is no sort of time saver. It's just as easy and fast to put real old-fashioned oats into the microwave. Next, the "table if contents"--ACK! <hl> Not a healthy oatmeal choice <hl>! Third, the space in the pantry: this box is huge. So, not bad-tasting, but totally not worth it.

Next, the "table if contents"--ACK! <hl> Not a healthy oatmeal choice <hl> !


Question: What do you think about variety?

When I first got my Keurig, I tried a couple of different "samplers" that included selections from several different coffee companies, including Brooklyn Beans.  They were OK, but none really stood out as a "favorite."  So when I was offered the opportunity to try a bunch of different varieties from Brooklyn Beans, I decided to give it a shot.  VERY glad I did!First, coffee is definitely a personal taste kind of thing.  I really don't like the bitter over-roasted "charred" flavor of some (sorry, Starbucks), but I do like a lot of flavor.  Some folks love that "dark roasted" bitter flavor, but I'm not one of them.  Give me a decent rich full-bodied medium roast, and I'm one happy camper.Second, I like both "plain" and flavored coffees.  I'm particularly partial to cinnamon, but also like hazelnut, caramel, even blueberry.  Really, I'm game for just about anything.OK, so about this selection:  You get a LOT of different flavors, and you get 2-3 cups per flavor.  So far, I've tried 5 different flavors (Columbian, Fuhgeddaboutit, cinnamon, Boardwalk Blend, and Hazelnut).  Frankly, I've liked all of them.  I usually stay away from "dark roast," but Fuhgeddaboutit was really nice -- definitely a "dark" roast, but without that overpowering bitterness I usually find so offensive.  I wouldn't say it's a new favorite, but it's definitely one I could drink again.  Of this group, so far I'd have to say Boardwalk Blend is my favorite -- but I still have several other flavors to try, so I may change my mind.Really, this would be a good "trial" package to test out the different flavors available from Brooklyn Beans.  I can honestly say that I was impressed by this, and will likely purchase this variety pack when I run out.  I like having a lot of different choices -- makes life interesting!

Answer: I can honestly say that I was impressed by this, and will likely purchase this variety pack when I run out.

When I first got my Keurig, I tried a couple of different "samplers" that included selections from several different coffee companies, including Brooklyn Beans. They were OK, but none really stood out as a "favorite." So when I was offered the opportunity to try a bunch of different varieties from Brooklyn Beans, I decided to give it a shot. VERY glad I did!First, coffee is definitely a personal taste kind of thing. I really don't like the bitter over-roasted "charred" flavor of some (sorry, Starbucks), but I do like a lot of flavor. Some folks love that "dark roasted" bitter flavor, but I'm not one of them. Give me a decent rich full-bodied medium roast, and I'm one happy camper. Second, I like both "plain" and flavored coffees. I'm particularly partial to cinnamon, but also like hazelnut, caramel, even blueberry. Really, I'm game for just about anything. OK, so about this selection: You get a LOT of different flavors, and you get 2-3 cups per flavor. So far, I've tried 5 different flavors (Columbian, Fuhgeddaboutit, cinnamon, Boardwalk Blend, and Hazelnut). Frankly, I've liked all of them. I usually stay away from "dark roast," but Fuhgeddaboutit was really nice -- definitely a "dark" roast, but without that overpowering bitterness I usually find so offensive. I wouldn't say it's a new favorite, but it's definitely one I could drink again. Of this group, so far I'd have to say Boardwalk Blend is my favorite -- but I still have several other flavors to try, so I may change my mind. Really, this would be a good "trial" package to test out the different flavors available from Brooklyn Beans. <hl> I can honestly say that I was impressed by this, and will likely purchase this variety pack when I run out. I like having a lot of different choices -- makes life interesting! <hl>

When I first got my Keurig, I tried a couple of different "samplers" that included selections from several different coffee companies, including Brooklyn Beans. They were OK, but none really stood out as a "favorite." So when I was offered the opportunity to try a bunch of different varieties from Brooklyn Beans, I decided to give it a shot. VERY glad I did!First, coffee is definitely a personal taste kind of thing. I really don't like the bitter over-roasted "charred" flavor of some (sorry, Starbucks), but I do like a lot of flavor. Some folks love that "dark roasted" bitter flavor, but I'm not one of them. Give me a decent rich full-bodied medium roast, and I'm one happy camper.Second, I like both "plain" and flavored coffees. I'm particularly partial to cinnamon, but also like hazelnut, caramel, even blueberry. Really, I'm game for just about anything.OK, so about this selection: You get a LOT of different flavors, and you get 2-3 cups per flavor. So far, I've tried 5 different flavors (Columbian, Fuhgeddaboutit, cinnamon, Boardwalk Blend, and Hazelnut). Frankly, I've liked all of them. I usually stay away from "dark roast," but Fuhgeddaboutit was really nice -- definitely a "dark" roast, but without that overpowering bitterness I usually find so offensive. I wouldn't say it's a new favorite, but it's definitely one I could drink again. Of this group, so far I'd have to say Boardwalk Blend is my favorite -- but I still have several other flavors to try, so I may change my mind.Really, this would be a good "trial" package to test out the different flavors available from Brooklyn Beans. <hl> I can honestly say that I was impressed by this, and will likely purchase this variety pack when I run out. <hl> I like having a lot of different choices -- makes life interesting!


Question: Is the blanket plain or have some texture?

The snack is chewy, and at the same time crispy. The fruit flavor is very strong, but the texture is similar to a date.The bar has a fairly dry texture, so if you are looking for something moist and fruity, this may not be the right snack for you.If you like chewy dry bars on the other hand, this one is for you.

Answer: The fruit flavor is very strong, but the texture is similar to a date

The snack is chewy, and at the same time crispy. <hl> The fruit flavor is very strong, but the texture is similar to a date .The bar has a fairly dry texture, so if you are looking for something moist and fruity, this may not be the right snack for you. <hl> If you like chewy dry bars on the other hand, this one is for you.

The snack is chewy, and at the same time crispy. <hl> The fruit flavor is very strong, but the texture is similar to a date <hl>.The bar has a fairly dry texture, so if you are looking for something moist and fruity, this may not be the right snack for you.If you like chewy dry bars on the other hand, this one is for you.

<hl> The fruit flavor is very strong, but the texture is similar to a date <hl> .The bar has a fairly dry texture, so if you are looking for something moist and fruity, this may not be the right snack for you.


Question: How about the texture of this chocolate?

The caramel in these is good, but the texture of the truffle is similar to a soft milk chocolate, not the sticky, gooey caramel that you might expect from other candy bars. I think the caramel flavor tends to be overwhelmed by the milk chocolate. I'm a little disappointed by the artificial vanilla flavoring and mystery "artificial flavors." I know real vanilla is expensive, but these truffles aren't exactly cheap chocolate. But on the plus side, there is no high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS).

Answer: but the texture of the truffle is similar to a soft milk chocolate

<hl> The caramel in these is good, but the texture of the truffle is similar to a soft milk chocolate , not the sticky, gooey caramel that you might expect from other candy bars. <hl> I think the caramel flavor tends to be overwhelmed by the milk chocolate. I'm a little disappointed by the artificial vanilla flavoring and mystery "artificial flavors." I know real vanilla is expensive, but these truffles aren't exactly cheap chocolate. But on the plus side, there is no high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS).

The caramel in these is good, <hl> but the texture of the truffle is similar to a soft milk chocolate <hl>, not the sticky, gooey caramel that you might expect from other candy bars. I think the caramel flavor tends to be overwhelmed by the milk chocolate. I'm a little disappointed by the artificial vanilla flavoring and mystery "artificial flavors." I know real vanilla is expensive, but these truffles aren't exactly cheap chocolate. But on the plus side, there is no high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS).

The caramel in these is good, <hl> but the texture of the truffle is similar to a soft milk chocolate <hl> , not the sticky, gooey caramel that you might expect from other candy bars.


Question: How was it to taste?

I bought a jar of this thing on Aug 16 for seven bucks (and free delivery if over Amazon's minimum for such). It came pretty fast, in a semi-liquid state but not leaking; rather well packaged. I let it melt completely in a warm room (CO melts at about 80 deg F) and then put it in the fridge to let it solidify. One of the reasons I did (and always do) that is to smooth out the texture: as is, every type of CO I've tried comes in like a bunch of white fibers stuck in more even liquid, but if you thaw it completely and then freeze, it becomes all evenly semi-transparent, like one thick candle sort of thing. It probably doesn't matter; just a personal quirk, I guess.Anyway, this is good stuff: the taste is nice -- very good for sweetich things like carrots or plums, for example (I always have a bowl of very lightly steamed carrots around, and I snack on them, taking one and dipping it into CO, which is good for two reasons: first, it tastes great, and second, carotene is fat-soluble so you need to combine carrots with some sort of fat or it won't be used by the body well).All in all, there isn't much to say -- CO is CO is CO; this kind is no different from other types I've tried. CO in general is shamelessly hyped as a sort of panacea from every health problem known to man; this is mostly lies, but two things are true: it is tasty, and it's good for skin/hair (I've tried both, and it's true, it works). Don't believe anything else and don't "take" it daily as if it were a medicine: it's pure saturated fat and that's the end of it: it will raise your cholesterol as any other kind of saturated fat. As far as its being a weight-loss agent, this is not a complete lie, but remember, it works only if you _substitute_ CO for other kinds of saturated fats (that means quit eating butter, meat, etc.) If, otoh, you simply _add_ it to your normal diet, you're not gonna lose any weight -- instead, you're gonna gain weight at least as good as you would otherwise + increase your cholesterol. But if you decide to substitute, do not think it's an easy choice: CO is pure saturated fat, whereas other sources of saturated fats (butter, meat, etc.) come with a lot of nutritional goodness like vitamins, proteins, and the like -- things that CO is wholly devoid of. So my suggestion, for what it's worth (not much, I know) is to use CO just as another agreeable food to be used in moderation, not a magic medicine. I read somewhere that a 40-sh male in good health on a 2000 cal/day diet can get 200 calories from saturated fats w/o harming himself.One other thing I wanted to mention: the jar says it's "pure extra virgin" -- keep in mind that "extra virgin" is meaningful only when applied to olive oil. That is because there are specific and stringent industry standards stipulating what constitutes "virgin", "extra virgin", etc. There are no such standards about any other oils, so saying your CO is "extra virgin" communicates zero useful information and is no more than disingenuous hand-waving. It's like Nutiva says on their jars "no cholesterol!". No kidding, it's like wood-free nails. Of course plant-derived foods have no cholesterol, but BS rules in this industry, so just be aware of what's what and smart enough to dismiss useless hype like claims of a CO being "extra virgin".OK, there's really no more to say: as long as you use this tasty substance rationally, it's good stuff, so bottomline is: recommended -- except for one thing: just as I was deciding it's time to post a review and navigating to this page, I noticed that the price went up by the mind-blowing 60 percent since, not just since I bought it (two weeks ago), but literally within the last few days. Does my salary go up 60 percent in a couple of days? No. So, while the product is good and I can't give it less than five stars, I will suggest you do not reward naked greed and at least try to find better-priced alternatives. Especially in this economic environment that we have right now. The current price here is even higher than it is in Wegman's (brick-and-mortar grocery store; they carry it, but it's more than the seven bucks I bought it for here).PS. Btw, I see now someone reports that this oil comes in a glass jar: this is a bare-faced lie. The jar is transparent plastic, quite soft actually, so you can't _honestly_ mistake it for glass. Be extremely suspicious about these massive five-star reviews (here and elsewhere); I for a long time have a feeling those are posted by manufacturers' employees to create hype (and why not? Amazon does nothing to guard against fake reviews; all one needs to do in order to start posting reviews (real OR fake) is buy something once from this site). Some reviews read like the reviewer hasn't actually seen the product in question and is interested only in adding another five-star rating, not the review.PPS. Thanks to commenters Lulu and Adriana for additional info and helpful suggestions.PPPS. Trader Joe's sells CO for 5.99 for 16-oz jar. It's slightly more bland than this one, but plenty good but if you use it for cooking or skin.

Answer: the taste is nice

I bought a jar of this thing on Aug 16 for seven bucks (and free delivery if over Amazon's minimum for such). It came pretty fast, in a semi-liquid state but not leaking; rather well packaged. I let it melt completely in a warm room (CO melts at about 80 deg F) and then put it in the fridge to let it solidify. One of the reasons I did (and always do) that is to smooth out the texture: as is, every type of CO I've tried comes in like a bunch of white fibers stuck in more even liquid, but if you thaw it completely and then freeze, it becomes all evenly semi-transparent, like one thick candle sort of thing. It probably doesn't matter; just a personal quirk, I guess. <hl> Anyway, this is good stuff: the taste is nice -- very good for sweetich things like carrots or plums, for example (I always have a bowl of very lightly steamed carrots around, and I snack on them, taking one and dipping it into CO, which is good for two reasons: first, it tastes great, and second, carotene is fat-soluble <hl> so you need to combine carrots with some sort of fat or it won't be used by the body well).All in all, there isn't much to say -- CO is CO is CO; this kind is no different from other types I've tried. CO in general is shamelessly hyped as a sort of panacea from every health problem known to man; this is mostly lies, but two things are true: it is tasty, and it's good for skin/hair (I've tried both, and it's true, it works). Don't believe anything else and don't "take" it daily as if it were a medicine: it's pure saturated fat and that's the end of it: it will raise your cholesterol as any other kind of saturated fat. As far as its being a weight-loss agent, this is not a complete lie, but remember, it works only if you _substitute_ CO for other kinds of saturated fats (that means quit eating butter, meat, etc.) If, otoh, you simply _add_ it to your normal diet, you're not gonna lose any weight -- instead, you're gonna gain weight at least as good as you would otherwise + increase your cholesterol. But if you decide to substitute, do not think it's an easy choice: CO is pure saturated fat, whereas other sources of saturated fats (butter, meat, etc.) come with a lot of nutritional goodness like vitamins, proteins, and the like -- things that CO is wholly devoid of. So my suggestion, for what it's worth (not much, I know) is to use CO just as another agreeable food to be used in moderation, not a magic medicine. I read somewhere that a 40-sh male in good health on a 2000 cal/day diet can get 200 calories from saturated fats w/o harming himself. One other thing I wanted to mention: the jar says it's "pure extra virgin" -- keep in mind that "extra virgin" is meaningful only when applied to olive oil. That is because there are specific and stringent industry standards stipulating what constitutes "virgin", "extra virgin", etc. There are no such standards about any other oils, so saying your CO is "extra virgin" communicates zero useful information and is no more than disingenuous hand-waving. It's like Nutiva says on their jars "no cholesterol!". No kidding, it's like wood-free nails. Of course plant-derived foods have no cholesterol, but BS rules in this industry, so just be aware of what's what and smart enough to dismiss useless hype like claims of a CO being "extra virgin". OK, there's really no more to say: as long as you use this tasty substance rationally, it's good stuff, so bottomline is: recommended -- except for one thing: just as I was deciding it's time to post a review and navigating to this page, I noticed that the price went up by the mind-blowing 60 percent since, not just since I bought it (two weeks ago), but literally within the last few days. Does my salary go up 60 percent in a couple of days? No. So, while the product is good and I can't give it less than five stars, I will suggest you do not reward naked greed and at least try to find better-priced alternatives. Especially in this economic environment that we have right now. The current price here is even higher than it is in Wegman's (brick-and-mortar grocery store; they carry it, but it's more than the seven bucks I bought it for here).PS. Btw, I see now someone reports that this oil comes in a glass jar: this is a bare-faced lie. The jar is transparent plastic, quite soft actually, so you can't _honestly_ mistake it for glass. Be extremely suspicious about these massive five-star reviews (here and elsewhere); I for a long time have a feeling those are posted by manufacturers' employees to create hype (and why not? Amazon does nothing to guard against fake reviews; all one needs to do in order to start posting reviews (real OR fake) is buy something once from this site). Some reviews read like the reviewer hasn't actually seen the product in question and is interested only in adding another five-star rating, not the review. PPS. Thanks to commenters Lulu and Adriana for additional info and helpful suggestions. PPPS. Trader Joe's sells CO for 5.99 for 16-oz jar. It's slightly more bland than this one, but plenty good but if you use it for cooking or skin.

I bought a jar of this thing on Aug 16 for seven bucks (and free delivery if over Amazon's minimum for such). It came pretty fast, in a semi-liquid state but not leaking; rather well packaged. I let it melt completely in a warm room (CO melts at about 80 deg F) and then put it in the fridge to let it solidify. One of the reasons I did (and always do) that is to smooth out the texture: as is, every type of CO I've tried comes in like a bunch of white fibers stuck in more even liquid, but if you thaw it completely and then freeze, it becomes all evenly semi-transparent, like one thick candle sort of thing. It probably doesn't matter; just a personal quirk, I guess.Anyway, this is good stuff: <hl> the taste is nice <hl> -- very good for sweetich things like carrots or plums, for example (I always have a bowl of very lightly steamed carrots around, and I snack on them, taking one and dipping it into CO, which is good for two reasons: first, it tastes great, and second, carotene is fat-soluble so you need to combine carrots with some sort of fat or it won't be used by the body well).All in all, there isn't much to say -- CO is CO is CO; this kind is no different from other types I've tried. CO in general is shamelessly hyped as a sort of panacea from every health problem known to man; this is mostly lies, but two things are true: it is tasty, and it's good for skin/hair (I've tried both, and it's true, it works). Don't believe anything else and don't "take" it daily as if it were a medicine: it's pure saturated fat and that's the end of it: it will raise your cholesterol as any other kind of saturated fat. As far as its being a weight-loss agent, this is not a complete lie, but remember, it works only if you _substitute_ CO for other kinds of saturated fats (that means quit eating butter, meat, etc.) If, otoh, you simply _add_ it to your normal diet, you're not gonna lose any weight -- instead, you're gonna gain weight at least as good as you would otherwise + increase your cholesterol. But if you decide to substitute, do not think it's an easy choice: CO is pure saturated fat, whereas other sources of saturated fats (butter, meat, etc.) come with a lot of nutritional goodness like vitamins, proteins, and the like -- things that CO is wholly devoid of. So my suggestion, for what it's worth (not much, I know) is to use CO just as another agreeable food to be used in moderation, not a magic medicine. I read somewhere that a 40-sh male in good health on a 2000 cal/day diet can get 200 calories from saturated fats w/o harming himself.One other thing I wanted to mention: the jar says it's "pure extra virgin" -- keep in mind that "extra virgin" is meaningful only when applied to olive oil. That is because there are specific and stringent industry standards stipulating what constitutes "virgin", "extra virgin", etc. There are no such standards about any other oils, so saying your CO is "extra virgin" communicates zero useful information and is no more than disingenuous hand-waving. It's like Nutiva says on their jars "no cholesterol!". No kidding, it's like wood-free nails. Of course plant-derived foods have no cholesterol, but BS rules in this industry, so just be aware of what's what and smart enough to dismiss useless hype like claims of a CO being "extra virgin".OK, there's really no more to say: as long as you use this tasty substance rationally, it's good stuff, so bottomline is: recommended -- except for one thing: just as I was deciding it's time to post a review and navigating to this page, I noticed that the price went up by the mind-blowing 60 percent since, not just since I bought it (two weeks ago), but literally within the last few days. Does my salary go up 60 percent in a couple of days? No. So, while the product is good and I can't give it less than five stars, I will suggest you do not reward naked greed and at least try to find better-priced alternatives. Especially in this economic environment that we have right now. The current price here is even higher than it is in Wegman's (brick-and-mortar grocery store; they carry it, but it's more than the seven bucks I bought it for here).PS. Btw, I see now someone reports that this oil comes in a glass jar: this is a bare-faced lie. The jar is transparent plastic, quite soft actually, so you can't _honestly_ mistake it for glass. Be extremely suspicious about these massive five-star reviews (here and elsewhere); I for a long time have a feeling those are posted by manufacturers' employees to create hype (and why not? Amazon does nothing to guard against fake reviews; all one needs to do in order to start posting reviews (real OR fake) is buy something once from this site). Some reviews read like the reviewer hasn't actually seen the product in question and is interested only in adding another five-star rating, not the review.PPS. Thanks to commenters Lulu and Adriana for additional info and helpful suggestions.PPPS. Trader Joe's sells CO for 5.99 for 16-oz jar. It's slightly more bland than this one, but plenty good but if you use it for cooking or skin.


Question: What is the taste of this stuff?

My first sip impression was that of mango with an odd but not unpleasant underlying aromatic flavor.  After trying some other products, I realized this is probably the green tea.  Once I got used to it, I found I quite liked it.  This drink is very refreshing and does not fill me up like a carbonated drink would.  I especially value that it is so low cal as compared to my normal iced tea mixes.  The single serve is very convenient but I wish it also came in a bulk pack for the mass consumption I intend to do if our Pacific Northwest weather ever gets warm!

Answer: My first sip impression was that of mango with an odd but not unpleasant underlying aromatic flavor

<hl> My first sip impression was that of mango with an odd but not unpleasant underlying aromatic flavor . <hl> After trying some other products, I realized this is probably the green tea. Once I got used to it, I found I quite liked it. This drink is very refreshing and does not fill me up like a carbonated drink would. I especially value that it is so low cal as compared to my normal iced tea mixes. The single serve is very convenient but I wish it also came in a bulk pack for the mass consumption I intend to do if our Pacific Northwest weather ever gets warm!

<hl> My first sip impression was that of mango with an odd but not unpleasant underlying aromatic flavor <hl>. After trying some other products, I realized this is probably the green tea. Once I got used to it, I found I quite liked it. This drink is very refreshing and does not fill me up like a carbonated drink would. I especially value that it is so low cal as compared to my normal iced tea mixes. The single serve is very convenient but I wish it also came in a bulk pack for the mass consumption I intend to do if our Pacific Northwest weather ever gets warm!

<hl> My first sip impression was that of mango with an odd but not unpleasant underlying aromatic flavor <hl> .


Question: How is it the kid?

I wouldn't say these are bad tasting.. they're just too hard. That's the same reaction I got from 3 people I shared this product with. I was expecting the clusters to be somewhat soft and moist. Instead, they are hard dry balls of desiccated apples pressed together into a cluster.They do taste cinnamony, with a nice balance of sweetness and acidity, but I would be hesitant to try these again. Vitamin C content is surprisingly low.. only 2% RDI per serving. On the other hand, fiber content is relatively high, at 8% per serving. This product is not for me, but it may be for you if you like the convenience of apple snacks on the go. The bag is resealable and easy to stow in a lunch bag. Same size as popcorn, these would do well while watching a movie or TV show.Lastly, it would've been more friendly on the earth and reduce its carbon footprint if these apples were sourced locally or even from within the US. Product of Chile.

Answer: other

I wouldn't say these are bad tasting.. they're just too hard. That's the same reaction I got from 3 people I shared this product with. I was expecting the clusters to be somewhat soft and moist. Instead, they are hard dry balls of desiccated apples pressed together into a cluster. They do taste cinnamony, with a nice balance of sweetness and acidity, but I would be hesitant to try these again. Vitamin C content is surprisingly low.. only 2% RDI per serving. <hl> On the other hand, fiber content is relatively high, at 8% per serving. <hl> This product is not for me, but it may be for you if you like the convenience of apple snacks on the go. The bag is resealable and easy to stow in a lunch bag. Same size as popcorn, these would do well while watching a movie or TV show. Lastly, it would've been more friendly on the earth and reduce its carbon footprint if these apples were sourced locally or even from within the US. Product of Chile.

I wouldn't say these are bad tasting.. they're just too hard. That's the same reaction I got from 3 people I shared this product with. I was expecting the clusters to be somewhat soft and moist. Instead, they are hard dry balls of desiccated apples pressed together into a cluster.They do taste cinnamony, with a nice balance of sweetness and acidity, but I would be hesitant to try these again. Vitamin C content is surprisingly low.. only 2% RDI per serving. On the <hl> other <hl> hand, fiber content is relatively high, at 8% per serving. This product is not for me, but it may be for you if you like the convenience of apple snacks on the go. The bag is resealable and easy to stow in a lunch bag. Same size as popcorn, these would do well while watching a movie or TV show.Lastly, it would've been more friendly on the earth and reduce its carbon footprint if these apples were sourced locally or even from within the US. Product of Chile.


Question: How are pasta is firm?

I have tried other Barilla Whole Grain products before and this linguine suffers from the same problem.  It doesn't absorb sauce well and it takes forever to drain the liquid adequately.  I made my normal meat sauce, drained the pasta for three minutes, put the pasta into my sauce and cooked it for another three minutes.  That should have absorbed the extra water but unfortunately, it did not.  My sauce (which I made extra thick) turned watery on the plate once served.However, having said that, the pasta itself tasted great; as good if not better than a regular pasta.  I wish there were a way to reduce the liquid without having the pasta get mushy (over cooking in the sauce) or cold (by draining for extended periods.  This might be a better pasta to serve with a light oil sauce versus a tomato or meat sauce - that way, the extra liquid might not be as noticeable.I like the whole grain pasta but it won't be my go to pasta and I certainly will not serve it to guests.

Answer: than a regular pasta

I have tried other Barilla Whole Grain products before and this linguine suffers from the same problem. It doesn't absorb sauce well and it takes forever to drain the liquid adequately. I made my normal meat sauce, drained the pasta for three minutes, put the pasta into my sauce and cooked it for another three minutes. That should have absorbed the extra water but unfortunately, it did not. My sauce (which I made extra thick) turned watery on the plate once served. <hl> However, having said that, the pasta itself tasted great; as good if not better than a regular pasta . <hl> I wish there were a way to reduce the liquid without having the pasta get mushy (over cooking in the sauce) or cold (by draining for extended periods. This might be a better pasta to serve with a light oil sauce versus a tomato or meat sauce - that way, the extra liquid might not be as noticeable. I like the whole grain pasta but it won't be my go to pasta and I certainly will not serve it to guests.

I have tried other Barilla Whole Grain products before and this linguine suffers from the same problem. It doesn't absorb sauce well and it takes forever to drain the liquid adequately. I made my normal meat sauce, drained the pasta for three minutes, put the pasta into my sauce and cooked it for another three minutes. That should have absorbed the extra water but unfortunately, it did not. My sauce (which I made extra thick) turned watery on the plate once served.However, having said that, the pasta itself tasted great; as good if not better <hl> than a regular pasta <hl>. I wish there were a way to reduce the liquid without having the pasta get mushy (over cooking in the sauce) or cold (by draining for extended periods. This might be a better pasta to serve with a light oil sauce versus a tomato or meat sauce - that way, the extra liquid might not be as noticeable.I like the whole grain pasta but it won't be my go to pasta and I certainly will not serve it to guests.

However, having said that, the pasta itself tasted great; as good if not better <hl> than a regular pasta <hl> .


Question: How is it taste?

I was reluctant to purchase this coffee because I am not a fan of bold or darker roasts as noted on the box.  I am in no way a coffee connoisseur, but with the K-Cups I am trying to find the perfect cup of joe.  This coffee was on the milder side and didn't have a strong flavor so drinking more than one cup of this was easy.  I only put creamer in my coffee and I think that may have diluted the taste.  It didn't have a bitter or strong aftertaste like some coffees/brands. The description noted floral/citrusy notes but I didn't taste it.  This coffee isn't my absolute favorite but it was good and I would buy it again.  It is an excellent price though for 48 pods.

Answer: The description noted floral/citrusy notes but I didn't taste it

I was reluctant to purchase this coffee because I am not a fan of bold or darker roasts as noted on the box. I am in no way a coffee connoisseur, but with the K-Cups I am trying to find the perfect cup of joe. This coffee was on the milder side and didn't have a strong flavor so drinking more than one cup of this was easy. I only put creamer in my coffee and I think that may have diluted the taste. It didn't have a bitter or strong aftertaste like some coffees/brands. <hl> The description noted floral/citrusy notes but I didn't taste it . <hl> This coffee isn't my absolute favorite but it was good and I would buy it again. It is an excellent price though for 48 pods.

I was reluctant to purchase this coffee because I am not a fan of bold or darker roasts as noted on the box. I am in no way a coffee connoisseur, but with the K-Cups I am trying to find the perfect cup of joe. This coffee was on the milder side and didn't have a strong flavor so drinking more than one cup of this was easy. I only put creamer in my coffee and I think that may have diluted the taste. It didn't have a bitter or strong aftertaste like some coffees/brands. <hl> The description noted floral/citrusy notes but I didn't taste it <hl>. This coffee isn't my absolute favorite but it was good and I would buy it again. It is an excellent price though for 48 pods.

<hl> The description noted floral/citrusy notes but I didn't taste it <hl> .