Tiesta Tea - Passion Berry Jolt, Loose Leaf, Raspberry Passion Fruit Black Tea, Premium Blend, Caffeinated Black, Make Hot or Iced Brews Up to 200 Cups, 16oz Resealable Bulk Pouch

One of my favorite holiday treats are cordial cherries, so when I saw this tea I knew I had to try it. I ordered a small pouch to begin with and when I opened it it smelled heavenly. The tea appeared very fresh, the leaves were a little crunched up at the bottom of the bag but I was pleased with the size and quality of the leaves overall. Chocolate and cherries and a slight hint of berry. On the package, it recommends to steep for 5-7 minutes. I definitely think this tea benefits from an extended steep time, at least 7 minutes, to help all of the flavors come through. This tea is good enough to drink plain but I do usually add a splash of milk and a pinch of sugar, as that's just my personal preference. It is like a decadant dessert in a mug! So, so good. If you like chocolate and hibiscus teas and cordial cherries I would definitely recommend trying!

I bought this randomly years ago and didn't drink it at first because I didn't care for the taste (my pallet was very juvenile back then), but after learning about the health benefits of so many of the ingredients I started drinking it again and was shocked it find that it helped my breath stay fresh, kept me from getting sick, and helped me get better when I was already sick. I ran out and bought another pouch and was shocked to find that I actually love the taste now. It's earthy, warm and spicy and it smells like a warm hug on Christmas. If you haven't tried it yet you definitely should. Tasty AND good for you.

Thought it would be too sweet or too cinnamony but it’s actually good with just the right spice to give it a good flavor.

To begin - I am NOT a tea connoisseur. I am just a woman who found this while shopping for Christmas presents, and it sounded clever and delightful. That being said - this was a bit disappointing, but I’m giving it 4 stars because my expectations were probably off given I’m not a regular tea drinker. The ingredients include caramel pieces, so I was thinking this would be a sweet dessert tea (whatever that is). No. This does not taste like apple cider. It tastes like tea with an homage to apple cider. Which is probably a more realistic expectation but, again - not an experienced tea drinker. This is an herbal tea that has dried apple chunks in it and some spices similar to apple cider. I cannot taste the caramel whatsoever. There is just a HINT of sweetness. Once I got over my disappointment, I could appreciate this as a cozy, fall tea, but it is by no means a substitute for apple cider. Make sure to use boiling water and steep for enough time or the flavor will be too weak.

I was really on the fence about ordering this product because of the price point. However I was looking for high quality ingredients and since I tried one of their other products I thought I would give this a shot. I really had a hankering for a Mexican hot coffee drink, when I saw this in a tea flavor. Upon opening the bag I was not very impressed with the smell of the cocoa shells. I'm very familiar with Coco shell since my father used to always use them in our garden. Nevertheless I thought I'd give it a try. First I transferred my tea into a mason jar for freshness I find these bags although they are very thick I have trouble opening and closing them. I used 212°F hot water and allowed the tea to steep in My cup with a cover for a total of 15 minutes. I used one heaping teaspoon for 12 oz of water. The results was the yummiest tasting chocolate tea I've ever had in my life! There's just a very light touch of pepper that will hit the back of your throat, I cannot say that it stays in the mouth it stays more in the back of your tongue. Comforting chocolatey delicious goodness. The color looks like a nice deep rich chai color, and it smells just as good as it tastes once it's brewed. This is definitely a favorite of mine I only wish that the price point was down a little bit. If you're interested in a truly chocolatey tea with a touch of spiciness I highly recommend this blend. There's plenty of tea to make it through an entire month if you have one to two glasses everyday. For those who love a chai tea with a bit of mexican chocolate I highly recommend this.

Very tasty blend!

I love this taste and aroma. The caffeine high is smooth and energizing.

Great taste of chocolate with a hint of spice. This tea is delicious and brews well.

I would buy again I was surprised how well this tea tasted and it wasn't fine dust like some others for loose leaf tea

A very pleasant tea! The aroma immediately reveals notes of cherry and cocoa - like a calorie-free hot dessert 😊 The taste is mild not sour and slightly sweet on its own. I drink it without sugar and still enjoy it. It's perfect for the evening because it's caffeine-free. I'll be buying more for the festive season!

I expected more fruity taste from this product. Keeping in mind that: - amount for this price is not satisfactory - i can buy better localy - unbelievable problems with delivery. I have to be home to get it? Really? i'll not buy again.

First time trying this and I have to say it is my absolute favourite tea. Absolutely will be buying again!

Very nice tea. The aroma is lovely. Makes a nice uplifting drink to get your day started on a good note. I recommend.