Question: How is the texture?

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

Answer: crackers that have that grainy texture to them

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

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

Taste: It tastes just like you'd expect: it tastes like the american cheese-whiz stuff on "wheat" <hl> crackers that have that grainy texture to them <hl> .


Question: How was the caramel?

These candies are so delicious.  Milk chocolate filled with caramel.  They are so smooth they nearly melt in your mouth!  My only complaint would be that a large number of them melted when they were shipped to my house.  Possibly better to buy at a local store versus online.

Answer: These candies are so delicious

These candies are so delicious .

<hl> These candies are so delicious . <hl> Milk chocolate filled with caramel. They are so smooth they nearly melt in your mouth! My only complaint would be that a large number of them melted when they were shipped to my house. Possibly better to buy at a local store versus online.

<hl> These candies are so delicious <hl>. Milk chocolate filled with caramel. They are so smooth they nearly melt in your mouth! My only complaint would be that a large number of them melted when they were shipped to my house. Possibly better to buy at a local store versus online.

<hl> These candies are so delicious <hl> .


Question: How do I know if these snacks are good?

My favorite dried fruits are dried cherries.  So I was really kidding myself when I broke off a small piece of this bar just to taste it...thinking I'd finish it later.  NOT.  In addition to tasting great, nothing in this bar has been cooked, and all ingredients are organic. It's also gluten free and preservative free.I had planned to eat this bar with a cup of tea for lunch or a snack, but it ended up being dessert.  It's nice to have something taste this good without having to feel guilty about eating it.

Answer: 's nice to have something taste this good

My favorite dried fruits are dried cherries. So I was really kidding myself when I broke off a small piece of this bar just to taste it...thinking I'd finish it later. NOT. In addition to tasting great, nothing in this bar has been cooked, and all ingredients are organic. It's also gluten free and preservative free. I had planned to eat this bar with a cup of tea for lunch or a snack, but it ended up being dessert. <hl> It 's nice to have something taste this good without having to feel guilty about eating it. <hl>

My favorite dried fruits are dried cherries. So I was really kidding myself when I broke off a small piece of this bar just to taste it...thinking I'd finish it later. NOT. In addition to tasting great, nothing in this bar has been cooked, and all ingredients are organic. It's also gluten free and preservative free.I had planned to eat this bar with a cup of tea for lunch or a snack, but it ended up being dessert. It<hl> 's nice to have something taste this good <hl> without having to feel guilty about eating it.

It <hl> 's nice to have something taste this good <hl> without having to feel guilty about eating it.


Question: How is the taste?

I was looking forward to these candies, since I have hadWerther's Original Hard Candy, 5.5-Ounce Bags (Pack of 12)in the past and really enjoyed them. I was surprised to find that these candies are soft and chewy instead of hard like the originals.No matter the difference, these candies are really good; more caramel flavor than chocolate, slightly chewy but not as much as regular caramel. If you like the original Werther's you'll probably like these too.

Answer: more caramel flavor than chocolate

I was looking forward to these candies, since I have hadWerther's Original Hard Candy, 5.5-Ounce Bags (Pack of 12)in the past and really enjoyed them. I was surprised to find that these candies are soft and chewy instead of hard like the originals. <hl> No matter the difference, these candies are really good; more caramel flavor than chocolate , slightly chewy but not as much as regular caramel. <hl> If you like the original Werther's you'll probably like these too.

I was looking forward to these candies, since I have hadWerther's Original Hard Candy, 5.5-Ounce Bags (Pack of 12)in the past and really enjoyed them. I was surprised to find that these candies are soft and chewy instead of hard like the originals.No matter the difference, these candies are really good; <hl> more caramel flavor than chocolate <hl>, slightly chewy but not as much as regular caramel. If you like the original Werther's you'll probably like these too.

No matter the difference, these candies are really good; <hl> more caramel flavor than chocolate <hl> , slightly chewy but not as much as regular caramel.


Question: How is the taste?

Typically aloe has got kind of a bitter edge to it. This product isn't bitter, butit has an odd taste. However, I can see it being used in a smoothie, so you likely wouldn't taste it. Aloe has a lot of health benefits. So if you look at it as ahealth product the taste may not be a deal breaker. But in general, the taste isn't bad, it's just odd and that is a deal breaker. I'd rather get my aloe some other way.

Answer: the taste isn't bad

Typically aloe has got kind of a bitter edge to it. This product isn't bitter, butit has an odd taste. However, I can see it being used in a smoothie, so you likely wouldn't taste it. Aloe has a lot of health benefits. So if you look at it as ahealth product the taste may not be a deal breaker. <hl> But in general, the taste isn't bad , it's just odd and that is a deal breaker. <hl> I'd rather get my aloe some other way.

Typically aloe has got kind of a bitter edge to it. This product isn't bitter, butit has an odd taste. However, I can see it being used in a smoothie, so you likely wouldn't taste it. Aloe has a lot of health benefits. So if you look at it as ahealth product the taste may not be a deal breaker. But in general, <hl> the taste isn't bad <hl>, it's just odd and that is a deal breaker. I'd rather get my aloe some other way.

But in general, <hl> the taste isn't bad <hl> , it's just odd and that is a deal breaker.


Question: How is the taste of a good black licorice?

For coffee lovers, this is a great idea for quick coffee on the go. These pods are meant to be used for a single serving in a coffee maker; however, I put some in my purse and take them with me.Each single serve coffee packet comes like a tea bag in a woven mesh, round pouch. Then this is sealed in an air tight foil bag. I use this with a hot pot in my office to heat water and pour it over the coffee bag just like I pour over my tea bag. It is excellent! Very convenient and easy to carry.This makes a great cup of coffee. The flavor is very light, and I like a light to medium roast coffee. Also, this product is certified organic AND fair trade!Excellent coffee and excellent production qualities.

Answer: The flavor is very light

For coffee lovers, this is a great idea for quick coffee on the go. These pods are meant to be used for a single serving in a coffee maker; however, I put some in my purse and take them with me. Each single serve coffee packet comes like a tea bag in a woven mesh, round pouch. Then this is sealed in an air tight foil bag. I use this with a hot pot in my office to heat water and pour it over the coffee bag just like I pour over my tea bag. It is excellent! Very convenient and easy to carry. This makes a great cup of coffee. <hl> The flavor is very light , and I like a light to medium roast coffee. <hl> Also, this product is certified organic AND fair trade!Excellent coffee and excellent production qualities.

For coffee lovers, this is a great idea for quick coffee on the go. These pods are meant to be used for a single serving in a coffee maker; however, I put some in my purse and take them with me.Each single serve coffee packet comes like a tea bag in a woven mesh, round pouch. Then this is sealed in an air tight foil bag. I use this with a hot pot in my office to heat water and pour it over the coffee bag just like I pour over my tea bag. It is excellent! Very convenient and easy to carry.This makes a great cup of coffee. <hl> The flavor is very light <hl>, and I like a light to medium roast coffee. Also, this product is certified organic AND fair trade!Excellent coffee and excellent production qualities.

<hl> The flavor is very light <hl> , and I like a light to medium roast coffee.


Question: Where is the bar?

This flavor has an overwhelming peanut, i.e. peanut butter flavor with a tart, fruity flavor reminding me of a PB&J sandwich.  I didn't enjoy it but that may be because I don't like peanut butter.  Too many peanuts ("nuts" to me doesn't mean a majority of peanuts) and too tart of fruit, too pasty texture of fruit as well as too much of it.  I prefer nutty with no peanuts and chewy, sweeter fruit pieces.  My bars were fresh and chewy (a tad on the soft side).  I'd picked up various flavors at small local stores and enjoyed them so grabbed this when it went on sale to try.  I'll not buy this flavor again but do recommend the brand.

Answer: My bars were fresh and chewy

This flavor has an overwhelming peanut, i.e. peanut butter flavor with a tart, fruity flavor reminding me of a PB&J sandwich. I didn't enjoy it but that may be because I don't like peanut butter. Too many peanuts ("nuts" to me doesn't mean a majority of peanuts) and too tart of fruit, too pasty texture of fruit as well as too much of it. I prefer nutty with no peanuts and chewy, sweeter fruit pieces. <hl> My bars were fresh and chewy (a tad on the soft side). <hl> I'd picked up various flavors at small local stores and enjoyed them so grabbed this when it went on sale to try. I'll not buy this flavor again but do recommend the brand.

This flavor has an overwhelming peanut, i.e. peanut butter flavor with a tart, fruity flavor reminding me of a PB&J sandwich. I didn't enjoy it but that may be because I don't like peanut butter. Too many peanuts ("nuts" to me doesn't mean a majority of peanuts) and too tart of fruit, too pasty texture of fruit as well as too much of it. I prefer nutty with no peanuts and chewy, sweeter fruit pieces. <hl> My bars were fresh and chewy <hl> (a tad on the soft side). I'd picked up various flavors at small local stores and enjoyed them so grabbed this when it went on sale to try. I'll not buy this flavor again but do recommend the brand.


Question: Do you think that the oat is sweetness enough?

The Pure Organic Raw Fruit and Nut Bar is a healthy alternative for snacking and provides 6g of protein and 3g of fiber. The ingredients include organic dates, almonds, cashews, walnuts, and blueberries. The flavor is quite intense and surprising. They are very sweet but contain no refined sugars. This is also a gluten-free product. My first impression after biting into you reminded me of a fig newton. It has the same type consistency and flavor. I found the fruit flavor more notable than the nuts. Nice product!

Answer: They are very sweet but contain no refined sugars

The Pure Organic Raw Fruit and Nut Bar is a healthy alternative for snacking and provides 6g of protein and 3g of fiber. The ingredients include organic dates, almonds, cashews, walnuts, and blueberries. The flavor is quite intense and surprising. <hl> They are very sweet but contain no refined sugars . <hl> This is also a gluten-free product. My first impression after biting into you reminded me of a fig newton. It has the same type consistency and flavor. I found the fruit flavor more notable than the nuts. Nice product!

The Pure Organic Raw Fruit and Nut Bar is a healthy alternative for snacking and provides 6g of protein and 3g of fiber. The ingredients include organic dates, almonds, cashews, walnuts, and blueberries. The flavor is quite intense and surprising. <hl> They are very sweet but contain no refined sugars <hl>. This is also a gluten-free product. My first impression after biting into you reminded me of a fig newton. It has the same type consistency and flavor. I found the fruit flavor more notable than the nuts. Nice product!

<hl> They are very sweet but contain no refined sugars <hl> .


Question: How is the taste of bread?

I was a little leary trying this high-alkaline water but I was pleasantly surprised.  It tastes like normal tap water to me.  Which begs the question:  Why even make this water so alkaline?  Our bodies are usually within the pH of 7. Unless there's a reason to drink this expensive water, I'd rather stick with normal spring water.This water tastes pure but the price is a bit high for daily use.

Answer: It tastes like normal tap water to me

It tastes like normal tap water to me .

I was a little leary trying this high-alkaline water but I was pleasantly surprised. <hl> It tastes like normal tap water to me . <hl> Which begs the question: Why even make this water so alkaline? Our bodies are usually within the pH of 7. Unless there's a reason to drink this expensive water, I'd rather stick with normal spring water. This water tastes pure but the price is a bit high for daily use.

I was a little leary trying this high-alkaline water but I was pleasantly surprised. <hl> It tastes like normal tap water to me <hl>. Which begs the question: Why even make this water so alkaline? Our bodies are usually within the pH of 7. Unless there's a reason to drink this expensive water, I'd rather stick with normal spring water.This water tastes pure but the price is a bit high for daily use.

<hl> It tastes like normal tap water to me <hl> .


Question: How was it to taste?

I've tried a lot of different teas in my day but never a "savory tea." When I got this sampler box in the mail I tried them immediately and have some thoughts about them.First, they come off tasting like weak soup in a lot of ways. The flavors are very muted, as one might expect. I discovered that if I boiled the bags in water for 10 minutes rather than steep them as tea in a cup, the flavors are considerably improved and strengthened. Each bag contains either decaf green tea or decaf black tea, but I didn't taste tea flavors in anything I brewed.Dieters might well like how this tea feels a bit more like a foodstuff than tea normally does. At 5 calories per steeped cup of tea, it's a very light snack at best, but with whole-grain crackers and perhaps a bit of cheese, it'd feel like a decent lunch. I can't imagine drinking a cup of this tea by itself and feeling sated. The cup I tried was drunk at midday with no breakfast in my stomach yet, and it definitely didn't curb any hunger pangs. Middle-aged and Boomer dieters familiar with powdered bouillon packets in hot water will find these a considerably upmarket and modernized version of the old Herb-Ox standby. Once you get past the "weak soup" feeling, the flavors are light and bright. The Tomato Mint soup in particular functioned well as a drink.These do make wonderful poaching liquids for soups. I just got finished with an egg-noodle soup made with the Spinach Chive tea and thought it was delicious. I boiled the teabag in the water for 10 minutes, then stirred in the noodles to cook. I couldn't taste much of spinach or chives, but the broth was quite good at any rate. It's a pity they have actual tea leaves in them, or I'd have just ripped the bags open to use as seasoning for the food. I loved the complexity of flavor they produced when boiled that way and used as part of a meal. It's an off-label use, but one I recommend wholeheartedly.I can't see myself buying these except for cooking purposes--which may well happen as I did like the broth made from them--but dieters may well find them useful as actual tea to drink. I would recommend that anybody using these boil the bags rather than steep them to get the full flavor from them.

Answer: The flavors are very muted

I've tried a lot of different teas in my day but never a "savory tea." When I got this sampler box in the mail I tried them immediately and have some thoughts about them. First, they come off tasting like weak soup in a lot of ways. <hl> The flavors are very muted , as one might expect. <hl> I discovered that if I boiled the bags in water for 10 minutes rather than steep them as tea in a cup, the flavors are considerably improved and strengthened. Each bag contains either decaf green tea or decaf black tea, but I didn't taste tea flavors in anything I brewed. Dieters might well like how this tea feels a bit more like a foodstuff than tea normally does. At 5 calories per steeped cup of tea, it's a very light snack at best, but with whole-grain crackers and perhaps a bit of cheese, it'd feel like a decent lunch. I can't imagine drinking a cup of this tea by itself and feeling sated. The cup I tried was drunk at midday with no breakfast in my stomach yet, and it definitely didn't curb any hunger pangs. Middle-aged and Boomer dieters familiar with powdered bouillon packets in hot water will find these a considerably upmarket and modernized version of the old Herb-Ox standby. Once you get past the "weak soup" feeling, the flavors are light and bright. The Tomato Mint soup in particular functioned well as a drink. These do make wonderful poaching liquids for soups. I just got finished with an egg-noodle soup made with the Spinach Chive tea and thought it was delicious. I boiled the teabag in the water for 10 minutes, then stirred in the noodles to cook. I couldn't taste much of spinach or chives, but the broth was quite good at any rate. It's a pity they have actual tea leaves in them, or I'd have just ripped the bags open to use as seasoning for the food. I loved the complexity of flavor they produced when boiled that way and used as part of a meal. It's an off-label use, but one I recommend wholeheartedly. I can't see myself buying these except for cooking purposes--which may well happen as I did like the broth made from them--but dieters may well find them useful as actual tea to drink. I would recommend that anybody using these boil the bags rather than steep them to get the full flavor from them.

I've tried a lot of different teas in my day but never a "savory tea." When I got this sampler box in the mail I tried them immediately and have some thoughts about them.First, they come off tasting like weak soup in a lot of ways. <hl> The flavors are very muted <hl>, as one might expect. I discovered that if I boiled the bags in water for 10 minutes rather than steep them as tea in a cup, the flavors are considerably improved and strengthened. Each bag contains either decaf green tea or decaf black tea, but I didn't taste tea flavors in anything I brewed.Dieters might well like how this tea feels a bit more like a foodstuff than tea normally does. At 5 calories per steeped cup of tea, it's a very light snack at best, but with whole-grain crackers and perhaps a bit of cheese, it'd feel like a decent lunch. I can't imagine drinking a cup of this tea by itself and feeling sated. The cup I tried was drunk at midday with no breakfast in my stomach yet, and it definitely didn't curb any hunger pangs. Middle-aged and Boomer dieters familiar with powdered bouillon packets in hot water will find these a considerably upmarket and modernized version of the old Herb-Ox standby. Once you get past the "weak soup" feeling, the flavors are light and bright. The Tomato Mint soup in particular functioned well as a drink.These do make wonderful poaching liquids for soups. I just got finished with an egg-noodle soup made with the Spinach Chive tea and thought it was delicious. I boiled the teabag in the water for 10 minutes, then stirred in the noodles to cook. I couldn't taste much of spinach or chives, but the broth was quite good at any rate. It's a pity they have actual tea leaves in them, or I'd have just ripped the bags open to use as seasoning for the food. I loved the complexity of flavor they produced when boiled that way and used as part of a meal. It's an off-label use, but one I recommend wholeheartedly.I can't see myself buying these except for cooking purposes--which may well happen as I did like the broth made from them--but dieters may well find them useful as actual tea to drink. I would recommend that anybody using these boil the bags rather than steep them to get the full flavor from them.

<hl> The flavors are very muted <hl> , as one might expect.


Question: What is the noodle?

I  like Dr. McDougall's Vegan Pad Thai.  The low fat and manageable sodium content makes this a healthy offering. The Asian-inspired spices, lime and opaque-looking noodles are light and tasty, but this just does not taste like the peanut-based, spicy Chicken or Seafood Pad Thai I am accustomed to eating. I just dice a little chicken and add a little red pepper sauce to make a more substantial soup.

Answer: looking noodles are light and tasty

I like Dr. McDougall's Vegan Pad Thai. The low fat and manageable sodium content makes this a healthy offering. <hl> The Asian-inspired spices, lime and opaque- looking noodles are light and tasty , but this just does not taste like the peanut-based, spicy Chicken or Seafood Pad Thai I am accustomed to eating. <hl> I just dice a little chicken and add a little red pepper sauce to make a more substantial soup.

I like Dr. McDougall's Vegan Pad Thai. The low fat and manageable sodium content makes this a healthy offering. The Asian-inspired spices, lime and opaque-<hl> looking noodles are light and tasty <hl>, but this just does not taste like the peanut-based, spicy Chicken or Seafood Pad Thai I am accustomed to eating. I just dice a little chicken and add a little red pepper sauce to make a more substantial soup.

The Asian-inspired spices, lime and opaque- <hl> looking noodles are light and tasty <hl> , but this just does not taste like the peanut-based, spicy Chicken or Seafood Pad Thai I am accustomed to eating.


Question: How is the taste?

I'm afraid we did not use the sauce as much, despite the raving reviews. We just never had the occasion to use it on the type of food we were cooking. We didn't think it would go well with anything other than the red meats. We used it once and it has a distinct taste with the tartness of rasberry adding a new flavor.

Answer: it has a distinct taste with the tartness of rasberry adding a new flavor

I'm afraid we did not use the sauce as much, despite the raving reviews. We just never had the occasion to use it on the type of food we were cooking. We didn't think it would go well with anything other than the red meats. <hl> We used it once and it has a distinct taste with the tartness of rasberry adding a new flavor . <hl>

I'm afraid we did not use the sauce as much, despite the raving reviews. We just never had the occasion to use it on the type of food we were cooking. We didn't think it would go well with anything other than the red meats. We used it once and <hl> it has a distinct taste with the tartness of rasberry adding a new flavor <hl>.

We used it once and <hl> it has a distinct taste with the tartness of rasberry adding a new flavor <hl> .


Question: Where is the fabric of chocolate?

Having eaten Werther's Caramels in the past, I was expecting a chocolate coated hard caramel that sticks to you teeth if you even think of chewing.  Instead, I discovered a foil wrapped, oval shaped chocolate with thin swirls of caramel running through it.  The chocolate is smooth and creamy - not waxy like some chocolates.  I noticed it has a very low melting point when I held one in my hand briefly and found it quite soft.  The caramel in the chocolate is subtle; no stickiness, just flavor.If you're concerned with calories or too much sugar, remember this is a candy to indulge your sweet tooth or chocolate craving so there's nothing healthy here.  6 pieces equate to one serving for 230 calories.  Normally I avoid foods with such a high calorie count for something so small, but I ate two more candies after my first taste because they tasted so good.  Like I said, rich and creamy.

Answer: was expecting a chocolate coated hard caramel

Having eaten Werther's Caramels in the past, <hl> I was expecting a chocolate coated hard caramel that sticks to you teeth if you even think of chewing. <hl> Instead, I discovered a foil wrapped, oval shaped chocolate with thin swirls of caramel running through it. The chocolate is smooth and creamy - not waxy like some chocolates. I noticed it has a very low melting point when I held one in my hand briefly and found it quite soft. The caramel in the chocolate is subtle; no stickiness, just flavor. If you're concerned with calories or too much sugar, remember this is a candy to indulge your sweet tooth or chocolate craving so there's nothing healthy here. 6 pieces equate to one serving for 230 calories. Normally I avoid foods with such a high calorie count for something so small, but I ate two more candies after my first taste because they tasted so good. Like I said, rich and creamy.

Having eaten Werther's Caramels in the past, I <hl> was expecting a chocolate coated hard caramel <hl> that sticks to you teeth if you even think of chewing. Instead, I discovered a foil wrapped, oval shaped chocolate with thin swirls of caramel running through it. The chocolate is smooth and creamy - not waxy like some chocolates. I noticed it has a very low melting point when I held one in my hand briefly and found it quite soft. The caramel in the chocolate is subtle; no stickiness, just flavor.If you're concerned with calories or too much sugar, remember this is a candy to indulge your sweet tooth or chocolate craving so there's nothing healthy here. 6 pieces equate to one serving for 230 calories. Normally I avoid foods with such a high calorie count for something so small, but I ate two more candies after my first taste because they tasted so good. Like I said, rich and creamy.


Question: How is the taste bud?

Energy drinks are a multi-billion dollar industry.  More and more companies are trying to cash in on this growing consumer market.  Vitamin Squeeze Energy Drink is worth a try.Likes:>Each serving of 1/2oz concentrate is mixed with 8oz of water to provide 120% of Recommended Daily Value (RDV) of Vitamin C (plus various Vitamin B complexes, taurine (10mg), electrolytes: Zinc, Magnesium, and Chromium in lower % RDV).>Fairly easy to use with snap open cap.>0g Fat and sodiumDislikes:>Bulky 12oz bottle not suitable for carrying around throughout the day to add to drinks.>Relies on 40mg of "natural caffeine" without any carbs and proteins to provide energy.>Not particularly tasty even though it has "all natural flavors". Taste is highly subjective.>Not suitable as a sports drink due to lack of carbs and proteins for muscles.>Artificial Red 40 food coloring.>Inconsistent squeezes means not always 1/2oz (15ml) of concentrate dispensed each time.>$5.98 for each 12oz. bottle that provides 24 ($.25) servings when mixed with 8oz. of water.  Not cost effective.>Not an essential drink for those who already take daily vitamin supplements or prefer other energy drinks not based on caffeine.Bottom Line:Nondescript and indistinct beverage concentrate that may not compete strongly in any particular Energy Drink niche: Not enough caffeine to compete with heavy hitters such as Monster Energy or Red Bull; No carbs and proteins to compete with top Sports drinks such as Gatorade and Powerade.  My family still prefers the classicCalpico Concentrated Drink Mix, 16.9-Ouncewhich tastes much better as a casual beverage.

Answer: natural flavors

Energy drinks are a multi-billion dollar industry. More and more companies are trying to cash in on this growing consumer market. Vitamin Squeeze Energy Drink is worth a try. <hl> Likes:>Each serving of 1/2oz concentrate is mixed with 8oz of water to provide 120% of Recommended Daily Value (RDV) of Vitamin C (plus various Vitamin B complexes, taurine (10mg), electrolytes: Zinc, Magnesium, and Chromium in lower % RDV).>Fairly easy to use with snap open cap.>0g Fat and sodiumDislikes:>Bulky 12oz bottle not suitable for carrying around throughout the day to add to drinks.>Relies on 40mg of "natural caffeine" without any carbs and proteins to provide energy.>Not particularly tasty even though it has "all natural flavors ". <hl> Taste is highly subjective.>Not suitable as a sports drink due to lack of carbs and proteins for muscles.>Artificial Red 40 food coloring.>Inconsistent squeezes means not always 1/2oz (15ml) of concentrate dispensed each time.>$5.98 for each 12oz. bottle that provides 24 ($.25) servings when mixed with 8oz. of water. Not cost effective.>Not an essential drink for those who already take daily vitamin supplements or prefer other energy drinks not based on caffeine. Bottom Line:Nondescript and indistinct beverage concentrate that may not compete strongly in any particular Energy Drink niche: Not enough caffeine to compete with heavy hitters such as Monster Energy or Red Bull; No carbs and proteins to compete with top Sports drinks such as Gatorade and Powerade. My family still prefers the classicCalpico Concentrated Drink Mix, 16.9-Ouncewhich tastes much better as a casual beverage.

Energy drinks are a multi-billion dollar industry. More and more companies are trying to cash in on this growing consumer market. Vitamin Squeeze Energy Drink is worth a try.Likes:>Each serving of 1/2oz concentrate is mixed with 8oz of water to provide 120% of Recommended Daily Value (RDV) of Vitamin C (plus various Vitamin B complexes, taurine (10mg), electrolytes: Zinc, Magnesium, and Chromium in lower % RDV).>Fairly easy to use with snap open cap.>0g Fat and sodiumDislikes:>Bulky 12oz bottle not suitable for carrying around throughout the day to add to drinks.>Relies on 40mg of "natural caffeine" without any carbs and proteins to provide energy.>Not particularly tasty even though it has "all <hl> natural flavors <hl>". Taste is highly subjective.>Not suitable as a sports drink due to lack of carbs and proteins for muscles.>Artificial Red 40 food coloring.>Inconsistent squeezes means not always 1/2oz (15ml) of concentrate dispensed each time.>$5.98 for each 12oz. bottle that provides 24 ($.25) servings when mixed with 8oz. of water. Not cost effective.>Not an essential drink for those who already take daily vitamin supplements or prefer other energy drinks not based on caffeine.Bottom Line:Nondescript and indistinct beverage concentrate that may not compete strongly in any particular Energy Drink niche: Not enough caffeine to compete with heavy hitters such as Monster Energy or Red Bull; No carbs and proteins to compete with top Sports drinks such as Gatorade and Powerade. My family still prefers the classicCalpico Concentrated Drink Mix, 16.9-Ouncewhich tastes much better as a casual beverage.

Likes:>Each serving of 1/2oz concentrate is mixed with 8oz of water to provide 120% of Recommended Daily Value (RDV) of Vitamin C (plus various Vitamin B complexes, taurine (10mg), electrolytes: Zinc, Magnesium, and Chromium in lower % RDV).>Fairly easy to use with snap open cap.>0g Fat and sodiumDislikes:>Bulky 12oz bottle not suitable for carrying around throughout the day to add to drinks.>Relies on 40mg of "natural caffeine" without any carbs and proteins to provide energy.>Not particularly tasty even though it has "all <hl> natural flavors <hl> ".


Question: How is it cup?

I always want to have a cup of tea and this tea is delicious.  I have tried a few different kinds of black tea for my keurig, but this has been the best by far.  Very flavorful and robust. Wakes me up in the morning and is a nice change from coffee.  YaY Lipton.

Answer: I always want to have a cup of tea and this tea is delicious

<hl> I always want to have a cup of tea and this tea is delicious . <hl> I have tried a few different kinds of black tea for my keurig, but this has been the best by far. Very flavorful and robust. Wakes me up in the morning and is a nice change from coffee. YaY Lipton.

<hl> I always want to have a cup of tea and this tea is delicious <hl>. I have tried a few different kinds of black tea for my keurig, but this has been the best by far. Very flavorful and robust. Wakes me up in the morning and is a nice change from coffee. YaY Lipton.

<hl> I always want to have a cup of tea and this tea is delicious <hl> .


Question: How is the taste?

Mmmmmm....coffee.....love it!  Ok, I'm not a coffee master/aficionado/snob, but I know how I like my coffee: strong with cream and sugar.  Please take that into account, as your preferences may differ.  As with any coffee one is not familiar with, it takes some experimentation to figure out how to make it "just right."  That's my experience anyhow.  So, I usually brew it up a couple different ways to see how it will come out and adjust from there.First, I followed the instructions on the package and made a pot in a drip coffee maker.  This produced a strong coffee, but it was nasty!  The taste was like someone had dropped in an excessive amount of vanilla extract or sugar free vanilla flavoring.  Kind of like getting a vanilla latte in a tourist trap area.  The next pot, I backed off by reducing the grounds by two scoops and left the amount of water the same.  This produced a weaker but still good coffee taste with very mild hint of vanilla flavoring.  *Much better* in my opinion, and very palatable.  For the third pot, I went for iced coffee, cold brewing in a French press, using the original instructions. The product was very smooth and tasty.  Letting it sit in the fridge overnight after brewing enhanced the flavor.  Finally, I hot brewed it in the French press, again using the original mix ratio from the package.  Sadly, the taste again not so good, though not as bad as the first pot.In the end, I did find two brewing methods that I liked.  While I would have preferred a stronger vanilla flavor, I wasn't able to get it out of this product before I finished the package.  Perhaps some more experimenting is in order, but, for now I will stick with another brand that I already enjoy.

Answer: coffee taste with very mild hint of vanilla flavoring

Mmmmmm....coffee.....love it! Ok, I'm not a coffee master/aficionado/snob, but I know how I like my coffee: strong with cream and sugar. Please take that into account, as your preferences may differ. As with any coffee one is not familiar with, it takes some experimentation to figure out how to make it "just right." That's my experience anyhow. So, I usually brew it up a couple different ways to see how it will come out and adjust from there. First, I followed the instructions on the package and made a pot in a drip coffee maker. This produced a strong coffee, but it was nasty! The taste was like someone had dropped in an excessive amount of vanilla extract or sugar free vanilla flavoring. Kind of like getting a vanilla latte in a tourist trap area. The next pot, I backed off by reducing the grounds by two scoops and left the amount of water the same. <hl> This produced a weaker but still good coffee taste with very mild hint of vanilla flavoring . <hl> *Much better* in my opinion, and very palatable. For the third pot, I went for iced coffee, cold brewing in a French press, using the original instructions. The product was very smooth and tasty. Letting it sit in the fridge overnight after brewing enhanced the flavor. Finally, I hot brewed it in the French press, again using the original mix ratio from the package. Sadly, the taste again not so good, though not as bad as the first pot. In the end, I did find two brewing methods that I liked. While I would have preferred a stronger vanilla flavor, I wasn't able to get it out of this product before I finished the package. Perhaps some more experimenting is in order, but, for now I will stick with another brand that I already enjoy.

Mmmmmm....coffee.....love it! Ok, I'm not a coffee master/aficionado/snob, but I know how I like my coffee: strong with cream and sugar. Please take that into account, as your preferences may differ. As with any coffee one is not familiar with, it takes some experimentation to figure out how to make it "just right." That's my experience anyhow. So, I usually brew it up a couple different ways to see how it will come out and adjust from there.First, I followed the instructions on the package and made a pot in a drip coffee maker. This produced a strong coffee, but it was nasty! The taste was like someone had dropped in an excessive amount of vanilla extract or sugar free vanilla flavoring. Kind of like getting a vanilla latte in a tourist trap area. The next pot, I backed off by reducing the grounds by two scoops and left the amount of water the same. This produced a weaker but still good <hl> coffee taste with very mild hint of vanilla flavoring <hl>. *Much better* in my opinion, and very palatable. For the third pot, I went for iced coffee, cold brewing in a French press, using the original instructions. The product was very smooth and tasty. Letting it sit in the fridge overnight after brewing enhanced the flavor. Finally, I hot brewed it in the French press, again using the original mix ratio from the package. Sadly, the taste again not so good, though not as bad as the first pot.In the end, I did find two brewing methods that I liked. While I would have preferred a stronger vanilla flavor, I wasn't able to get it out of this product before I finished the package. Perhaps some more experimenting is in order, but, for now I will stick with another brand that I already enjoy.

This produced a weaker but still good <hl> coffee taste with very mild hint of vanilla flavoring <hl> .


Question: How was it to taste?

This is not your average tea experience, that's for sure! I didn't have high hopes after a disappointing experience with another Numi tea recently, but these are surprisingly good. They aren't sweet at all, so don't expect anything like the average herbal tea, or even anything strong like a black tea.Instead, these six different flavors are mild and savory, almost like a light broth. In fact I bet you could brew a few cups and use that as a soup stock. There aren't any bad flavors in the mix, although some are more intriguing than others. The "Tomato Mint" really didn't have much of a mint flavor at all, so I picked a mint leaf from my herb garden and tossed it in to spice it up, but otherwise they all clearly taste like they should.These non-traditional teas may take some getting used to, and people who don't like savory flavors where they would normally be sweet likely will hate this, but it definitely worked for me. Give it a shot and it may just be your odd new favorite.

Answer: They aren't sweet at all, so don't expect anything like the average herbal tea, or even anything strong like a black tea.Instead, these six different flavors are mild and savory, almost like a light broth

This is not your average tea experience, that's for sure! I didn't have high hopes after a disappointing experience with another Numi tea recently, but these are surprisingly good. <hl> They aren't sweet at all, so don't expect anything like the average herbal tea, or even anything strong like a black tea.Instead, these six different flavors are mild and savory, almost like a light broth . <hl> In fact I bet you could brew a few cups and use that as a soup stock. There aren't any bad flavors in the mix, although some are more intriguing than others. The "Tomato Mint" really didn't have much of a mint flavor at all, so I picked a mint leaf from my herb garden and tossed it in to spice it up, but otherwise they all clearly taste like they should. These non-traditional teas may take some getting used to, and people who don't like savory flavors where they would normally be sweet likely will hate this, but it definitely worked for me. Give it a shot and it may just be your odd new favorite.

This is not your average tea experience, that's for sure! I didn't have high hopes after a disappointing experience with another Numi tea recently, but these are surprisingly good. <hl> They aren't sweet at all, so don't expect anything like the average herbal tea, or even anything strong like a black tea.Instead, these six different flavors are mild and savory, almost like a light broth <hl>. In fact I bet you could brew a few cups and use that as a soup stock. There aren't any bad flavors in the mix, although some are more intriguing than others. The "Tomato Mint" really didn't have much of a mint flavor at all, so I picked a mint leaf from my herb garden and tossed it in to spice it up, but otherwise they all clearly taste like they should.These non-traditional teas may take some getting used to, and people who don't like savory flavors where they would normally be sweet likely will hate this, but it definitely worked for me. Give it a shot and it may just be your odd new favorite.

<hl> They aren't sweet at all, so don't expect anything like the average herbal tea, or even anything strong like a black tea.Instead, these six different flavors are mild and savory, almost like a light broth <hl> .


Question: How do you like popcorn?

The popcorn is really tasty and not too salty for my taste--just the right amount of butter and salt actually. The packaging however was not great. Although the concept of the pop-up microwave bowl is a good one and means there is no bowl to wash afterwards it was a total pain to open without ripping it and spilling the popcorn everywhere. A ripped bowl then does no good to contain the popcorn! At first I thought it was just me, but no my husband had the same trouble with the next package. As long as you are incredibly careful and yet are firm enough to rip the bowl open then you'll be fine, but I don't recommend it for those with arthritic hands or for kids who will rip it and spill it everywhere!

Answer: The popcorn is really tasty

<hl> The popcorn is really tasty and not too salty for my taste--just the right amount of butter and salt actually. <hl> The packaging however was not great. Although the concept of the pop-up microwave bowl is a good one and means there is no bowl to wash afterwards it was a total pain to open without ripping it and spilling the popcorn everywhere. A ripped bowl then does no good to contain the popcorn! At first I thought it was just me, but no my husband had the same trouble with the next package. As long as you are incredibly careful and yet are firm enough to rip the bowl open then you'll be fine, but I don't recommend it for those with arthritic hands or for kids who will rip it and spill it everywhere!

<hl> The popcorn is really tasty <hl> and not too salty for my taste--just the right amount of butter and salt actually. The packaging however was not great. Although the concept of the pop-up microwave bowl is a good one and means there is no bowl to wash afterwards it was a total pain to open without ripping it and spilling the popcorn everywhere. A ripped bowl then does no good to contain the popcorn! At first I thought it was just me, but no my husband had the same trouble with the next package. As long as you are incredibly careful and yet are firm enough to rip the bowl open then you'll be fine, but I don't recommend it for those with arthritic hands or for kids who will rip it and spill it everywhere!


Question: How is sauce?

The instructions on the back of this packet are very simple: cut 1 lb of chicken breast into strips, pan fry it with 1 Tbsp of oil, then mix in the sauce, bring to a boil, and cover and simmer over low heat for 5 minutes.  They suggest serving it over pasta, and show it on a bed of vermicelli on the packet, but rice made more sense to me with an Asian-inspired sauce, so I made rice to go with it.The sauce is nice and thick and has a pretty good flavor, though it's not as...robust, I guess, as I might like it to be.  I think salting the chicken before cooking would have helped a little.  Cooking in sesame oil instead of regular olive oil might have helped too (since I was reviewing for Vine I wanted to stick to the basics).  My roommate liked it well enough to all but lick the pan clean after I'd portioned the food out, but his is not the most discriminating palate.  40 calories for the sauce for 1 of 4 servings, plus roughly 125 for 1/4 lb of chicken (precooked weight) and 30 for 1/4 Tbsp oil, and then any starch and/or vegetable you might serve with it, is a very reasonable portion size.Even though it's not amazingly fancy or super-flavorful, this is a great option for an easy, interesting sauce for a quick weeknight dinner, and I'll probably look for this (and other flavors) in my supermarket for that purpose.

Answer: The sauce is nice and thick and has a pretty good flavor

The instructions on the back of this packet are very simple: cut 1 lb of chicken breast into strips, pan fry it with 1 Tbsp of oil, then mix in the sauce, bring to a boil, and cover and simmer over low heat for 5 minutes. They suggest serving it over pasta, and show it on a bed of vermicelli on the packet, but rice made more sense to me with an Asian-inspired sauce, so I made rice to go with it. <hl> The sauce is nice and thick and has a pretty good flavor , though it's not as...robust, I guess, as I might like it to be. <hl> I think salting the chicken before cooking would have helped a little. Cooking in sesame oil instead of regular olive oil might have helped too (since I was reviewing for Vine I wanted to stick to the basics). My roommate liked it well enough to all but lick the pan clean after I'd portioned the food out, but his is not the most discriminating palate. 40 calories for the sauce for 1 of 4 servings, plus roughly 125 for 1/4 lb of chicken (precooked weight) and 30 for 1/4 Tbsp oil, and then any starch and/or vegetable you might serve with it, is a very reasonable portion size. Even though it's not amazingly fancy or super-flavorful, this is a great option for an easy, interesting sauce for a quick weeknight dinner, and I'll probably look for this (and other flavors) in my supermarket for that purpose.

The instructions on the back of this packet are very simple: cut 1 lb of chicken breast into strips, pan fry it with 1 Tbsp of oil, then mix in the sauce, bring to a boil, and cover and simmer over low heat for 5 minutes. They suggest serving it over pasta, and show it on a bed of vermicelli on the packet, but rice made more sense to me with an Asian-inspired sauce, so I made rice to go with it.<hl> The sauce is nice and thick and has a pretty good flavor <hl>, though it's not as...robust, I guess, as I might like it to be. I think salting the chicken before cooking would have helped a little. Cooking in sesame oil instead of regular olive oil might have helped too (since I was reviewing for Vine I wanted to stick to the basics). My roommate liked it well enough to all but lick the pan clean after I'd portioned the food out, but his is not the most discriminating palate. 40 calories for the sauce for 1 of 4 servings, plus roughly 125 for 1/4 lb of chicken (precooked weight) and 30 for 1/4 Tbsp oil, and then any starch and/or vegetable you might serve with it, is a very reasonable portion size.Even though it's not amazingly fancy or super-flavorful, this is a great option for an easy, interesting sauce for a quick weeknight dinner, and I'll probably look for this (and other flavors) in my supermarket for that purpose.

<hl> The sauce is nice and thick and has a pretty good flavor <hl> , though it's not as...robust, I guess, as I might like it to be.


Question: What about snack?

These popcorn tasted too sweet, even though the nutrition facts didn't show large amount of sugar or calories.I have enjoyed caramel popcorn (that come in large tin boxes during holidays) in the past, but unfortunately I didn't like these. Even our candy-loving child declared these are too sweet and it is hard to consume one whole packet. (May be that is a good thing.)None of the family members were enthusiastic about these snacks, we won't be purchasing these, and will not recommend to others.

Answer: the family members were enthusiastic about these snacks, we won't be purchasing these, and will not recommend to others

These popcorn tasted too sweet, even though the nutrition facts didn't show large amount of sugar or calories. I have enjoyed caramel popcorn (that come in large tin boxes during holidays) in the past, but unfortunately I didn't like these. Even our candy-loving child declared these are too sweet and it is hard to consume one whole packet. <hl> (May be that is a good thing.)None of the family members were enthusiastic about these snacks, we won't be purchasing these, and will not recommend to others . <hl>

These popcorn tasted too sweet, even though the nutrition facts didn't show large amount of sugar or calories.I have enjoyed caramel popcorn (that come in large tin boxes during holidays) in the past, but unfortunately I didn't like these. Even our candy-loving child declared these are too sweet and it is hard to consume one whole packet. (May be that is a good thing.)None of <hl> the family members were enthusiastic about these snacks, we won't be purchasing these, and will not recommend to others <hl>.

(May be that is a good thing.)None of <hl> the family members were enthusiastic about these snacks, we won't be purchasing these, and will not recommend to others <hl> .


Question: What do you think about the taste?

This is one of the most satisfying energy/snack bars that I have come across. The pure nut and fruit flavor is very light and does not make you feel like you are eating processed food at all. Unlike many other sports bars, there is also no discernable aftertaste, nor does this bar leave you feeling bloated or otherwise uncomfortable. This is probably one of the healthiest on-the-go snacks or meal replacements that you'll find.

Answer: The pure nut and fruit flavor is very light

This is one of the most satisfying energy/snack bars that I have come across. <hl> The pure nut and fruit flavor is very light and does not make you feel like you are eating processed food at all. <hl> Unlike many other sports bars, there is also no discernable aftertaste, nor does this bar leave you feeling bloated or otherwise uncomfortable. This is probably one of the healthiest on-the-go snacks or meal replacements that you'll find.

This is one of the most satisfying energy/snack bars that I have come across. <hl> The pure nut and fruit flavor is very light <hl> and does not make you feel like you are eating processed food at all. Unlike many other sports bars, there is also no discernable aftertaste, nor does this bar leave you feeling bloated or otherwise uncomfortable. This is probably one of the healthiest on-the-go snacks or meal replacements that you'll find.


Question: How is the expectation?

Jamba All Natural Energy Drink is being sold as a healthier alternative to other caffeinated sodas and "energy" drinks. It does have fewer calories. The Jamba drink contains 90 Calories, which is less than the 110 found in Red Bull. The equivalent quantity (8.4 oz) of most non-diet sodas contains about 105 calories. Obviously it has a lot more calories than a diet soda, but it also does not contain artificial sweeteners that some consider unhealthy.The Jamba ingredients described as "natural" but it does have added flavorings and sweeteners.I like most Jamba products but this one has a watery flavor. I would describe it as carbonated water with a fruity flavor.Energy drinks are just another way to say caffeinated drinks. This has about 80 mg of caffeine. That is about the same as a can of the popular Red Bull drinks. The same volumes of most sodas have about 25-35mg depending on the brand. A cup of coffee has about 100 - 175 mg of caffeine, depending on the coffee and how it's brewed. If you want some caffeine boost, this may have more that most sodas, but it has far fewer that a typical cup of coffee.If you are looking for a reasonably healthily quick caffeine boost, without a lot of flavor, that you can slam down, this may be the drink for you. If you are looking for something a little more flavorful, look elsewhere.

Answer: If you want some caffeine boost, this may have more that most sodas

Jamba All Natural Energy Drink is being sold as a healthier alternative to other caffeinated sodas and "energy" drinks. It does have fewer calories. The Jamba drink contains 90 Calories, which is less than the 110 found in Red Bull. The equivalent quantity (8.4 oz) of most non-diet sodas contains about 105 calories. Obviously it has a lot more calories than a diet soda, but it also does not contain artificial sweeteners that some consider unhealthy. The Jamba ingredients described as "natural" but it does have added flavorings and sweeteners. I like most Jamba products but this one has a watery flavor. I would describe it as carbonated water with a fruity flavor. Energy drinks are just another way to say caffeinated drinks. This has about 80 mg of caffeine. That is about the same as a can of the popular Red Bull drinks. The same volumes of most sodas have about 25-35mg depending on the brand. A cup of coffee has about 100 - 175 mg of caffeine, depending on the coffee and how it's brewed. <hl> If you want some caffeine boost, this may have more that most sodas , but it has far fewer that a typical cup of coffee. <hl> If you are looking for a reasonably healthily quick caffeine boost, without a lot of flavor, that you can slam down, this may be the drink for you. If you are looking for something a little more flavorful, look elsewhere.

Jamba All Natural Energy Drink is being sold as a healthier alternative to other caffeinated sodas and "energy" drinks. It does have fewer calories. The Jamba drink contains 90 Calories, which is less than the 110 found in Red Bull. The equivalent quantity (8.4 oz) of most non-diet sodas contains about 105 calories. Obviously it has a lot more calories than a diet soda, but it also does not contain artificial sweeteners that some consider unhealthy.The Jamba ingredients described as "natural" but it does have added flavorings and sweeteners.I like most Jamba products but this one has a watery flavor. I would describe it as carbonated water with a fruity flavor.Energy drinks are just another way to say caffeinated drinks. This has about 80 mg of caffeine. That is about the same as a can of the popular Red Bull drinks. The same volumes of most sodas have about 25-35mg depending on the brand. A cup of coffee has about 100 - 175 mg of caffeine, depending on the coffee and how it's brewed. <hl> If you want some caffeine boost, this may have more that most sodas <hl>, but it has far fewer that a typical cup of coffee.If you are looking for a reasonably healthily quick caffeine boost, without a lot of flavor, that you can slam down, this may be the drink for you. If you are looking for something a little more flavorful, look elsewhere.

<hl> If you want some caffeine boost, this may have more that most sodas <hl> , but it has far fewer that a typical cup of coffee.


Question: What is your take on the crackers we ate in the event?

When I think of Graham Crackers, I automatically go to those cinnamon and sugar dusted ones that I loved from my childhood. My children, however, think teddy bear shapes with chocolate chips or spongebob with frosting. This has to stop somewhere, right?I was hoping these would do the trick and they certainly came through for me. One box includes 3 wax paper wrapped packages. The crackers are crispy but not too crumbly. The size is good for tossing 3 large crackers into a bag for a school snack or adding Nutella in between layers to create a great after school snack. The apple and cinnamon taste is more like an afterthought, not peaking until the crackers has been chewed.I rather like the plain better, but these were good and my children and husband couldn't get enough. I will even admit to crumbling some on top of ice cream for all 3.

Answer: When I think of Graham Crackers

<hl> When I think of Graham Crackers , I automatically go to those cinnamon and sugar dusted ones that I loved from my childhood. <hl> My children, however, think teddy bear shapes with chocolate chips or spongebob with frosting. This has to stop somewhere, right?I was hoping these would do the trick and they certainly came through for me. One box includes 3 wax paper wrapped packages. The crackers are crispy but not too crumbly. The size is good for tossing 3 large crackers into a bag for a school snack or adding Nutella in between layers to create a great after school snack. The apple and cinnamon taste is more like an afterthought, not peaking until the crackers has been chewed. I rather like the plain better, but these were good and my children and husband couldn't get enough. I will even admit to crumbling some on top of ice cream for all 3.

<hl> When I think of Graham Crackers <hl>, I automatically go to those cinnamon and sugar dusted ones that I loved from my childhood. My children, however, think teddy bear shapes with chocolate chips or spongebob with frosting. This has to stop somewhere, right?I was hoping these would do the trick and they certainly came through for me. One box includes 3 wax paper wrapped packages. The crackers are crispy but not too crumbly. The size is good for tossing 3 large crackers into a bag for a school snack or adding Nutella in between layers to create a great after school snack. The apple and cinnamon taste is more like an afterthought, not peaking until the crackers has been chewed.I rather like the plain better, but these were good and my children and husband couldn't get enough. I will even admit to crumbling some on top of ice cream for all 3.

<hl> When I think of Graham Crackers <hl> , I automatically go to those cinnamon and sugar dusted ones that I loved from my childhood.


Question: Can you tell me about the taste?

Delicious!I have tried so many granola bars, protein bars, breakfast bars and snack bars, that I was ready for these bars to have the same problems: too sweet, fake flavor or weird aftertaste.  But I was pleasantly surprised!  These fiber bars have a deep chocolate/coffee flavor, they are not overly sweet and have absolutely no strange aftertaste.  They have a nice texture, combining some crisp rice crunch with creamy smooth filling.  I would eat these bars instead of candy bars, because they taste much better and provide 9 grams of fiber.  They also contain no high fructose corn syrup and they are a more tasty alternative to Metamucil wafers, which often taste like flavored sawdust.Each bar is only 120 calories and is very low in fat, but you should be aware of the carbohydrate count, which is 25 grams.  However, if you count net carbs, then that number is reduced by 12 grams, to a very reasonable 13 grams per bar.  I would definitely buy this product.

Answer: fiber bars have a deep chocolate

Delicious!I have tried so many granola bars, protein bars, breakfast bars and snack bars, that I was ready for these bars to have the same problems: too sweet, fake flavor or weird aftertaste. But I was pleasantly surprised! <hl> These fiber bars have a deep chocolate /coffee flavor, they are not overly sweet and have absolutely no strange aftertaste. <hl> They have a nice texture, combining some crisp rice crunch with creamy smooth filling. I would eat these bars instead of candy bars, because they taste much better and provide 9 grams of fiber. They also contain no high fructose corn syrup and they are a more tasty alternative to Metamucil wafers, which often taste like flavored sawdust. Each bar is only 120 calories and is very low in fat, but you should be aware of the carbohydrate count, which is 25 grams. However, if you count net carbs, then that number is reduced by 12 grams, to a very reasonable 13 grams per bar. I would definitely buy this product.

Delicious!I have tried so many granola bars, protein bars, breakfast bars and snack bars, that I was ready for these bars to have the same problems: too sweet, fake flavor or weird aftertaste. But I was pleasantly surprised! These <hl> fiber bars have a deep chocolate <hl>/coffee flavor, they are not overly sweet and have absolutely no strange aftertaste. They have a nice texture, combining some crisp rice crunch with creamy smooth filling. I would eat these bars instead of candy bars, because they taste much better and provide 9 grams of fiber. They also contain no high fructose corn syrup and they are a more tasty alternative to Metamucil wafers, which often taste like flavored sawdust.Each bar is only 120 calories and is very low in fat, but you should be aware of the carbohydrate count, which is 25 grams. However, if you count net carbs, then that number is reduced by 12 grams, to a very reasonable 13 grams per bar. I would definitely buy this product.

These <hl> fiber bars have a deep chocolate <hl> /coffee flavor, they are not overly sweet and have absolutely no strange aftertaste.


Question: How is the amount?

We just used our first pack of this food (Pear and Garden Greens flavor) today at a lakeside picnic. Our son, who is seven months old, was launching himself towards the container and trying to grab it. So I think it's safe to say he found it palatable (I tried a bit and it was pretty decent - not very bland, and a good strong pear flavor). We liked that it contains pear, broccoli, and spinach, since it's been kind of hard o get broccoli into the kid thus far. I will say the recommended serving size on the package is small - he probably would have eaten twice what was contained in the package, not half.Anyway, this brand will definitely remain on our list of portable options. It was a hit.

Answer: Garden Greens

<hl> We just used our first pack of this food (Pear and Garden Greens flavor) today at a lakeside picnic. <hl> Our son, who is seven months old, was launching himself towards the container and trying to grab it. So I think it's safe to say he found it palatable (I tried a bit and it was pretty decent - not very bland, and a good strong pear flavor). We liked that it contains pear, broccoli, and spinach, since it's been kind of hard o get broccoli into the kid thus far. I will say the recommended serving size on the package is small - he probably would have eaten twice what was contained in the package, not half. Anyway, this brand will definitely remain on our list of portable options. It was a hit.

We just used our first pack of this food (Pear and <hl> Garden Greens <hl> flavor) today at a lakeside picnic. Our son, who is seven months old, was launching himself towards the container and trying to grab it. So I think it's safe to say he found it palatable (I tried a bit and it was pretty decent - not very bland, and a good strong pear flavor). We liked that it contains pear, broccoli, and spinach, since it's been kind of hard o get broccoli into the kid thus far. I will say the recommended serving size on the package is small - he probably would have eaten twice what was contained in the package, not half.Anyway, this brand will definitely remain on our list of portable options. It was a hit.


Question: What about the calorie?

I'm not an expert on fruit and nut bars or energy bars, but I have eaten a fair number of them over time.  With that preface, I like this bar.  It has a nice consistency, chewy with plenty of nuts.  It has a smooth blueberry flavor surrounding the various nut flavors.  The texture is pleasing.  I thought it was particularly good with coffee.I also thought the ingredients and nutritional data listed on the wrapper looked appealing.  Essentially every ingredient is labeled organic and the fat types are, I believe, "better" fats.  I wouldn't mind if calories were lower, but I don't think they're out of line for this type product.

Answer: I wouldn't mind if calories were lower

I'm not an expert on fruit and nut bars or energy bars, but I have eaten a fair number of them over time. With that preface, I like this bar. It has a nice consistency, chewy with plenty of nuts. It has a smooth blueberry flavor surrounding the various nut flavors. The texture is pleasing. I thought it was particularly good with coffee. I also thought the ingredients and nutritional data listed on the wrapper looked appealing. Essentially every ingredient is labeled organic and the fat types are, I believe, "better" fats. <hl> I wouldn't mind if calories were lower , but I don't think they're out of line for this type product. <hl>

I'm not an expert on fruit and nut bars or energy bars, but I have eaten a fair number of them over time. With that preface, I like this bar. It has a nice consistency, chewy with plenty of nuts. It has a smooth blueberry flavor surrounding the various nut flavors. The texture is pleasing. I thought it was particularly good with coffee.I also thought the ingredients and nutritional data listed on the wrapper looked appealing. Essentially every ingredient is labeled organic and the fat types are, I believe, "better" fats. <hl> I wouldn't mind if calories were lower <hl>, but I don't think they're out of line for this type product.

<hl> I wouldn't mind if calories were lower <hl> , but I don't think they're out of line for this type product.


Question: How is the level like?

Truly stays crunchy in milk. Very tasty with just enough brown sugar without becoming too sweet.  It has strawberries, raspberries and blackberries but the blackberries are hard to find in the box..  The dried fruit is tangy and tasty, especially without milk.  Nice product but a bit pricey.

Answer: Nice product but a bit pricey

Nice product but a bit pricey .

Truly stays crunchy in milk. Very tasty with just enough brown sugar without becoming too sweet. It has strawberries, raspberries and blackberries but the blackberries are hard to find in the box.. The dried fruit is tangy and tasty, especially without milk. <hl> Nice product but a bit pricey . <hl>

Truly stays crunchy in milk. Very tasty with just enough brown sugar without becoming too sweet. It has strawberries, raspberries and blackberries but the blackberries are hard to find in the box.. The dried fruit is tangy and tasty, especially without milk. <hl> Nice product but a bit pricey <hl>.

<hl> Nice product but a bit pricey <hl> .


Question: How are pasta is firm?

This meal is very easy and quick to make. The only issue here is that it was a little difficult to get the cover off when done - the product was hot and the cover on there pretty good.It was amazing that the pasta itself came out that well in a microwave - I tried a little before adding the sauce to it.The sauce was a bit too heavy in tomato for my taste; I would have liked it meatier. My wife tried it and thought it was just right.I would give it three stars, and my wife would give it five stars, so we averaged out at four.The price on amazon works out to be about $3.50 each which seems reasonable.

Answer: the pasta itself came out that well

This meal is very easy and quick to make. The only issue here is that it was a little difficult to get the cover off when done - the product was hot and the cover on there pretty good. <hl> It was amazing that the pasta itself came out that well in a microwave - I tried a little before adding the sauce to it. <hl> The sauce was a bit too heavy in tomato for my taste; I would have liked it meatier. My wife tried it and thought it was just right. I would give it three stars, and my wife would give it five stars, so we averaged out at four. The price on amazon works out to be about $3.50 each which seems reasonable.

This meal is very easy and quick to make. The only issue here is that it was a little difficult to get the cover off when done - the product was hot and the cover on there pretty good.It was amazing that <hl> the pasta itself came out that well <hl> in a microwave - I tried a little before adding the sauce to it.The sauce was a bit too heavy in tomato for my taste; I would have liked it meatier. My wife tried it and thought it was just right.I would give it three stars, and my wife would give it five stars, so we averaged out at four.The price on amazon works out to be about $3.50 each which seems reasonable.


Question: What do you think about the taste?

I usually have very low expectations for these kind of canned coffee, but this one was better than I thought. It has a sweet coffee taste, reminding of real espresso. However, it felt more like americano than espresso (meaning it is more diluted with water than necessary). It still packs enough caffeine, and if you do not want to go the "5 hour energy" route in urgent needs (like driving early in the morning), it would be a good alternative.I would recommend it cold, so keeping in the car might not be an option. Nevertheless, it's good enough for the product category (canned coffee).

Answer: but this one was better

<hl> I usually have very low expectations for these kind of canned coffee, but this one was better than I thought. <hl> It has a sweet coffee taste, reminding of real espresso. However, it felt more like americano than espresso (meaning it is more diluted with water than necessary). It still packs enough caffeine, and if you do not want to go the "5 hour energy" route in urgent needs (like driving early in the morning), it would be a good alternative. I would recommend it cold, so keeping in the car might not be an option. Nevertheless, it's good enough for the product category (canned coffee).

I usually have very low expectations for these kind of canned coffee, <hl> but this one was better <hl> than I thought. It has a sweet coffee taste, reminding of real espresso. However, it felt more like americano than espresso (meaning it is more diluted with water than necessary). It still packs enough caffeine, and if you do not want to go the "5 hour energy" route in urgent needs (like driving early in the morning), it would be a good alternative.I would recommend it cold, so keeping in the car might not be an option. Nevertheless, it's good enough for the product category (canned coffee).


Question: How is the texture?

These cookies were not bad, but they weren't really good either.  I was happy to find that they are very soft.  I prefer soft cookies.  The chocolate taste does come through.  However, the cookies are also a little gritty or sandy; the texture is very odd.  Also there is something in them that tastes a little off.  I've definitely had much better cookies like Soft Batch and Mrs. Fields.  For the price, they're not bad, but there are much better cookies out there.

Answer: texture is very odd

These cookies were not bad, but they weren't really good either. I was happy to find that they are very soft. I prefer soft cookies. The chocolate taste does come through. <hl> However, the cookies are also a little gritty or sandy; the texture is very odd . <hl> Also there is something in them that tastes a little off. I've definitely had much better cookies like Soft Batch and Mrs. Fields. For the price, they're not bad, but there are much better cookies out there.

These cookies were not bad, but they weren't really good either. I was happy to find that they are very soft. I prefer soft cookies. The chocolate taste does come through. However, the cookies are also a little gritty or sandy; the <hl> texture is very odd <hl>. Also there is something in them that tastes a little off. I've definitely had much better cookies like Soft Batch and Mrs. Fields. For the price, they're not bad, but there are much better cookies out there.

However, the cookies are also a little gritty or sandy; the <hl> texture is very odd <hl> .


Question: Is the sauce tasty?

I was hoping that this sauce would be a little more consistent and thick that it is.  The taste is a bit sharp and perhaps it's just not in my palette, but I'll stick with a homeade ranchero until I find one that is a quick retail replacement.

Answer: I was hoping that this sauce would be a little more consistent and thick that it is

<hl> I was hoping that this sauce would be a little more consistent and thick that it is . <hl> The taste is a bit sharp and perhaps it's just not in my palette, but I'll stick with a homeade ranchero until I find one that is a quick retail replacement.

<hl> I was hoping that this sauce would be a little more consistent and thick that it is <hl>. The taste is a bit sharp and perhaps it's just not in my palette, but I'll stick with a homeade ranchero until I find one that is a quick retail replacement.

<hl> I was hoping that this sauce would be a little more consistent and thick that it is <hl> .


Question: What do you think about cereal?

This cereal not only tastes great but it does not get soggy, which is something my family really appreciates. If you like honey nut o's then you will love Kellogg's Crunchy Nut Cereal!

Answer: This cereal not only tastes great but it does not get soggy

<hl> This cereal not only tastes great but it does not get soggy , which is something my family really appreciates. <hl> If you like honey nut o's then you will love Kellogg's Crunchy Nut Cereal!

<hl> This cereal not only tastes great but it does not get soggy <hl>, which is something my family really appreciates. If you like honey nut o's then you will love Kellogg's Crunchy Nut Cereal!

<hl> This cereal not only tastes great but it does not get soggy <hl> , which is something my family really appreciates.


Question: How is the crunch?

Before this, I had never eaten (and purposely veered away from) cereal with dried fruits in them.  This stuff has changed my mind.  With strawberries, blackberries, and raspberries mixed in, they provide an excellent burst of flavor.But they are by no means the only flavor: just the flakes have a honey-and-vanilla flavor to them, so even eating those alone (how I started eating it) was still very tasty.Word of warning, however:  make sure your teeth can handle this stuff.  The flavor is absolutely delicious, but the texture of the flakes have the same rigidity and CRUNCH of the original "Grape Nuts."  (Of course, "Grape Nuts" had no flavor except whatever cardboard flavor they managed to leech from the box they were in, but that's another story.)Basically, if somebody is talking to you while you're enjoying a mouthful of this cereal, you won't be able to hear them over the crunching - but you won't care much, because you'll be savoring the flavor and not paying attention to them anyway.

Answer: but the texture of the flakes have the same rigidity and CRUNCH of the original

Before this, I had never eaten (and purposely veered away from) cereal with dried fruits in them. This stuff has changed my mind. With strawberries, blackberries, and raspberries mixed in, they provide an excellent burst of flavor. But they are by no means the only flavor: just the flakes have a honey-and-vanilla flavor to them, so even eating those alone (how I started eating it) was still very tasty. Word of warning, however: make sure your teeth can handle this stuff. <hl> The flavor is absolutely delicious, but the texture of the flakes have the same rigidity and CRUNCH of the original "Grape Nuts." <hl> (Of course, "Grape Nuts" had no flavor except whatever cardboard flavor they managed to leech from the box they were in, but that's another story.)Basically, if somebody is talking to you while you're enjoying a mouthful of this cereal, you won't be able to hear them over the crunching - but you won't care much, because you'll be savoring the flavor and not paying attention to them anyway.

Before this, I had never eaten (and purposely veered away from) cereal with dried fruits in them. This stuff has changed my mind. With strawberries, blackberries, and raspberries mixed in, they provide an excellent burst of flavor.But they are by no means the only flavor: just the flakes have a honey-and-vanilla flavor to them, so even eating those alone (how I started eating it) was still very tasty.Word of warning, however: make sure your teeth can handle this stuff. The flavor is absolutely delicious, <hl> but the texture of the flakes have the same rigidity and CRUNCH of the original <hl> "Grape Nuts." (Of course, "Grape Nuts" had no flavor except whatever cardboard flavor they managed to leech from the box they were in, but that's another story.)Basically, if somebody is talking to you while you're enjoying a mouthful of this cereal, you won't be able to hear them over the crunching - but you won't care much, because you'll be savoring the flavor and not paying attention to them anyway.


Question: Are these crackers larger and thick?

These cracker sandwiches taste like a stone-ground wheat cracker with Cheese Whiz in the center.  The filling is a reasonable amount, and the crackers are nice and crunchy.  They are a very tasty snack, but not necessarily a more healthy one.  They are advertised as being an excellent source of fiber, and while they do have 5 grams, they also have a lot of calories - 130 for ONE crackerful.  That's a little high considering bagel thins are about a hundred calories each, and more substantial.One cracker is a serving, and they are individually wrapped in the package for easy portability.  They are a bit expensive compared to other cracker snacks, but that is pretty common for anything touted as being more healthy.  However, for someone who loves snack crackers, or for teens involved in athletics, these could be a nice option if you can get them at a reduced price.  Overall, a tasty albeit expensive snack cracker; I would eat them again, but I'm not sure I would buy them.

Answer: and the crackers are nice and crunchy

These cracker sandwiches taste like a stone-ground wheat cracker with Cheese Whiz in the center. <hl> The filling is a reasonable amount, and the crackers are nice and crunchy . <hl> They are a very tasty snack, but not necessarily a more healthy one. They are advertised as being an excellent source of fiber, and while they do have 5 grams, they also have a lot of calories - 130 for ONE crackerful. That's a little high considering bagel thins are about a hundred calories each, and more substantial. One cracker is a serving, and they are individually wrapped in the package for easy portability. They are a bit expensive compared to other cracker snacks, but that is pretty common for anything touted as being more healthy. However, for someone who loves snack crackers, or for teens involved in athletics, these could be a nice option if you can get them at a reduced price. Overall, a tasty albeit expensive snack cracker; I would eat them again, but I'm not sure I would buy them.

These cracker sandwiches taste like a stone-ground wheat cracker with Cheese Whiz in the center. The filling is a reasonable amount, <hl> and the crackers are nice and crunchy <hl>. They are a very tasty snack, but not necessarily a more healthy one. They are advertised as being an excellent source of fiber, and while they do have 5 grams, they also have a lot of calories - 130 for ONE crackerful. That's a little high considering bagel thins are about a hundred calories each, and more substantial.One cracker is a serving, and they are individually wrapped in the package for easy portability. They are a bit expensive compared to other cracker snacks, but that is pretty common for anything touted as being more healthy. However, for someone who loves snack crackers, or for teens involved in athletics, these could be a nice option if you can get them at a reduced price. Overall, a tasty albeit expensive snack cracker; I would eat them again, but I'm not sure I would buy them.

The filling is a reasonable amount, <hl> and the crackers are nice and crunchy <hl> .


Question: How is the pack?

Someone better come rescue me because I loved this so much I went to Wal-mart the next day and bought a buggy full.  SnackWell's products are so tasty and the packages are so convenient.  Loved it. Great taste.

Answer: the packages are so convenient

Someone better come rescue me because I loved this so much I went to Wal-mart the next day and bought a buggy full. <hl> SnackWell's products are so tasty and the packages are so convenient . <hl> Loved it. Great taste.

Someone better come rescue me because I loved this so much I went to Wal-mart the next day and bought a buggy full. SnackWell's products are so tasty and <hl> the packages are so convenient <hl>. Loved it. Great taste.

SnackWell's products are so tasty and <hl> the packages are so convenient <hl> .


Question: Where is the bar?

This chewy bar is full of flavor that will please fans who love chocolate-flavored coffee. I've had many health bars and this one is smaller than some that have the same amount of calories. It may taste like a candy bar to some people, but not to me.I like other products that have the same amount of fiber and higher protein than this one plus I like the taste better. This bar contains only 2g of protein, but a nice 9g of fiber to make up for it as well as low sodium (125mg is low compared to other packaged food). Sometimes you just can get all the numbers you want in a bar (low carb, low sugar, high fiber and high protein AND taste good).If these numbers work for you and you love the taste of chocolate coffee, this will make you a happy camper. Though I drink one cup of coffee a day, I'm passing on these and sticking with my other breakfast and health bars.

Answer: This bar contains only 2g of protein, but a nice 9g of fiber to make up for it as well as low sodium

This chewy bar is full of flavor that will please fans who love chocolate-flavored coffee. I've had many health bars and this one is smaller than some that have the same amount of calories. It may taste like a candy bar to some people, but not to me. I like other products that have the same amount of fiber and higher protein than this one plus I like the taste better. <hl> This bar contains only 2g of protein, but a nice 9g of fiber to make up for it as well as low sodium (125mg is low compared to other packaged food). <hl> Sometimes you just can get all the numbers you want in a bar (low carb, low sugar, high fiber and high protein AND taste good).If these numbers work for you and you love the taste of chocolate coffee, this will make you a happy camper. Though I drink one cup of coffee a day, I'm passing on these and sticking with my other breakfast and health bars.

This chewy bar is full of flavor that will please fans who love chocolate-flavored coffee. I've had many health bars and this one is smaller than some that have the same amount of calories. It may taste like a candy bar to some people, but not to me.I like other products that have the same amount of fiber and higher protein than this one plus I like the taste better. <hl> This bar contains only 2g of protein, but a nice 9g of fiber to make up for it as well as low sodium <hl> (125mg is low compared to other packaged food). Sometimes you just can get all the numbers you want in a bar (low carb, low sugar, high fiber and high protein AND taste good).If these numbers work for you and you love the taste of chocolate coffee, this will make you a happy camper. Though I drink one cup of coffee a day, I'm passing on these and sticking with my other breakfast and health bars.


Question: How was the sauce?

I have a lot of mixed feelings about this product.  For ease of preparation and clean-up, this product gets high marks:  cut off the corner of the pouch, pop it in the microwave for a minute and a half, and pour over your pasta, throw away the pouch.  If only the pasta was as easy to prepare...Since I normally make my own pasta sauces, I am often disappointed with prepared sauces, as they seldom meet my taste expectations.  This sauce was better than average in this area, with a great balance of tomato and basil flavors that was really quite pleasing.However, there are a number of things that detracted from my overall impression.  For all the convenience of the pouch, it strikes me as an environmentally unfriendly packaging choice.  After all, cans and jars are easily recyclable, while the pouch isn't.  And really, how inconvenient is it to heat up sauce from a jar?  Again, cooking the pasta takes longer...My other major problem is the size of the package.  This may also be a limitation of the pouch-type packaging, but the label indicates that one pouch provides three servings.  Not exactly sized for a typical family, which I expect would be the people most likely to appreciate the easy to prepare convenience.  When I tossed the contents of the pouch into the pasta I had prepared for my family, it was stretched a bit thin, so to feed four or more people, you're really going to need at least two pouches.

Answer: This sauce was better than average in this area

I have a lot of mixed feelings about this product. For ease of preparation and clean-up, this product gets high marks: cut off the corner of the pouch, pop it in the microwave for a minute and a half, and pour over your pasta, throw away the pouch. If only the pasta was as easy to prepare...Since I normally make my own pasta sauces, I am often disappointed with prepared sauces, as they seldom meet my taste expectations. <hl> This sauce was better than average in this area , with a great balance of tomato and basil flavors that was really quite pleasing. <hl> However, there are a number of things that detracted from my overall impression. For all the convenience of the pouch, it strikes me as an environmentally unfriendly packaging choice. After all, cans and jars are easily recyclable, while the pouch isn't. And really, how inconvenient is it to heat up sauce from a jar? Again, cooking the pasta takes longer... My other major problem is the size of the package. This may also be a limitation of the pouch-type packaging, but the label indicates that one pouch provides three servings. Not exactly sized for a typical family, which I expect would be the people most likely to appreciate the easy to prepare convenience. When I tossed the contents of the pouch into the pasta I had prepared for my family, it was stretched a bit thin, so to feed four or more people, you're really going to need at least two pouches.

I have a lot of mixed feelings about this product. For ease of preparation and clean-up, this product gets high marks: cut off the corner of the pouch, pop it in the microwave for a minute and a half, and pour over your pasta, throw away the pouch. If only the pasta was as easy to prepare...Since I normally make my own pasta sauces, I am often disappointed with prepared sauces, as they seldom meet my taste expectations. <hl> This sauce was better than average in this area <hl>, with a great balance of tomato and basil flavors that was really quite pleasing.However, there are a number of things that detracted from my overall impression. For all the convenience of the pouch, it strikes me as an environmentally unfriendly packaging choice. After all, cans and jars are easily recyclable, while the pouch isn't. And really, how inconvenient is it to heat up sauce from a jar? Again, cooking the pasta takes longer...My other major problem is the size of the package. This may also be a limitation of the pouch-type packaging, but the label indicates that one pouch provides three servings. Not exactly sized for a typical family, which I expect would be the people most likely to appreciate the easy to prepare convenience. When I tossed the contents of the pouch into the pasta I had prepared for my family, it was stretched a bit thin, so to feed four or more people, you're really going to need at least two pouches.

<hl> This sauce was better than average in this area <hl> , with a great balance of tomato and basil flavors that was really quite pleasing.


Question: How is the taste of bread?

This water has a nice taste and the bottle is nice and sturdy to hold. What else to say about this water? Oh yes, the PH. I did not feel any different after drinking this water than I do after drinking any other water. It did absolutely nothing to even try to blow my socks off, and the asking price is too high for it to be so mediocre. This water didn't come from some rare source so the price tag is unwarranted. So why the 4 stars? Because it tastes like good water, as it's supposed to. If it were sold for the same price as Sam's Club water then I'd buy it.  Also, I think I'll stick to Gatorade as opposed to expensive filtered tap water when I need electrolytes.

Answer: This water has a nice taste

<hl> This water has a nice taste and the bottle is nice and sturdy to hold. <hl> What else to say about this water? Oh yes, the PH. I did not feel any different after drinking this water than I do after drinking any other water. It did absolutely nothing to even try to blow my socks off, and the asking price is too high for it to be so mediocre. This water didn't come from some rare source so the price tag is unwarranted. So why the 4 stars? Because it tastes like good water, as it's supposed to. If it were sold for the same price as Sam's Club water then I'd buy it. Also, I think I'll stick to Gatorade as opposed to expensive filtered tap water when I need electrolytes.

<hl> This water has a nice taste <hl> and the bottle is nice and sturdy to hold. What else to say about this water? Oh yes, the PH. I did not feel any different after drinking this water than I do after drinking any other water. It did absolutely nothing to even try to blow my socks off, and the asking price is too high for it to be so mediocre. This water didn't come from some rare source so the price tag is unwarranted. So why the 4 stars? Because it tastes like good water, as it's supposed to. If it were sold for the same price as Sam's Club water then I'd buy it. Also, I think I'll stick to Gatorade as opposed to expensive filtered tap water when I need electrolytes.