The Republic of Tea Teabag Red Tisane 'Pomegranate Vanilla'

Tea Information:
Tea: Sip for the Cure® Pomegranate Vanilla Red Tea
Type: Red Tisane (Tea is technically only from the camellia sinensis plant)
Packaging: Teabag
Company: The Republic of Tea
Purchase: Here
Description: Enjoy this premium quality, naturally caffeine-free rooibos (ROY-boss) red tea. With the sweet tart notes of juicy pomegranate, this cup is rich in flavor and finishes off with the sweetness of exotic vanilla bean.

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Ingredients: Rooibos, hibiscus, pomegranate juice, natural pomegranate flavoring and natural vanilla flavoring

Steep Information:
Amount: 1 teabag
Water: boiling 12 ounces
Steep Time: a little over 5 minutes
Served: Hot

Tasting Notes:
Dry Leaf Smell: hibiscus
Steeped Tea Smell: vanilla, berry
Flavor: hibiscus, rooibos, berry
Body: Medium
Aftertaste: vanilla, woody
Liquor: dark translucent pink

Rating: 2/4 leaves


Leaf system:
1=Bleh! not again if it were free
2=Acceptable, if it were free or there were limited other tea options
3=I might purchase this tea from time to time, or select it while out
4=A staple in our cupboard from now on, I will purchase and keep purchasing






I received this product for free. All my reviews are as unbiased as possible, whether I buy or receive free product. I accept no other compensation other than free product.

The Republic of Tea Teabag Rooibos Tisane 'Banana Cuppa Chocolate'

Tea Information:
Tea: Banana Cuppa Chocolate
Type: Rooibos Tisane (Tea is technically only from the camellia sinensis plant)
Packaging: Teabag
Company: The Republic of Tea
Purchase: Here
Description: From chocolate banana cream pie to frozen bananas dipped in chocolate, this all-time favorite flavor duo will put a smile on anyone's face. This caffeine-free cup starts off with the creamy, slightly sweet, tropical essence of ripe banana finished with the rich flavor of chocolate and rooibos.
Ingredients: rooibos, cocoa, carob, sweet blackberry leaves, banana bits, chocolate flavoring, banana flavoring

Steep Information:
Amount: 2 teabags
Water: boiling 12 oz
Steep Time: a little over 5 minutes
Served: Hot

Tasting Notes:
Dry Leaf Smell: fake banana, hint of chocolate
Steeped Tea Smell: rooibos, fake banana
Flavor: fake banana, rooibos
Body: Medium
Aftertaste: coco nibs
Liquor: dark red-brown

Yet another chocolate tea I am disappointed by, in addition their banana flavoring is subpar - 52teas was much better.

Post-Steep Additives: German rock sugar - helped a bit with bringing out the coco flavor

Rating: 2/4 leaves


Leaf system:
1=Bleh! not again if it were free
2=Acceptable, if it were free or there were limited other tea options
3=I might purchase this tea from time to time, or select it while out
4=A staple in our cupboard from now on, I will purchase and keep purchasing








I purchased this product. All my reviews are as unbiased as possible, whether I buy or receive free product. I accept no other compensation other than free product.

The Republic of Tea Teabag Rooibos Tisane 'Strawberry Cuppa Chocolate'

Tea Information:
Tea: Strawberry Cuppa Chocolate
Type: Rooibos Tisane
Packaging: Teabag
Company: The Republic of Tea
Purchase: Here
Description: Decadent chocolate paired with a hint of strawberry in this seductively delicious cup. Rooibos, or red tea, provides the base in which these two flavors mingle. Sipping this delicious dessert tea together may inspire a long and loving life for you and your sweetheart.
Ingredients: Rooibos, carob, cocoa kernels, chocolate flavor, strawberry flavor, sweet blackberry leaves and bourbon vanilla beans

Steep Information:
Amount: 2 teabags
Water: 12 ounces boiling water
Steep Time: a little over 5 minutes
Served: Hot

Tasting Notes:
Dry Leaf Smell: fabulous! juicy strawberries and milk chocolate
Steeped Tea Smell: strawberry, hints of milk chocolate
Flavor: rooibos, a small hint of chocolate
Body: Medium
Aftertaste: chocolate
Liquor: opaque dark red-brown

I am always disheartened when the teas smell so scrumptious and taste so ordinary.

It's a nice rooibos with hints of sweet fruit and chocolate.

Post-Steep Additives: German rock sugar - brings out the flavors a bit

Rating: 2/4 leaves


Leaf system:
1=Bleh! not again if it were free
2=Acceptable, if it were free or there were limited other tea options
3=I might purchase this tea from time to time, or select it while out
4=A staple in our cupboard from now on, I will purchase and keep purchasing








I purchased this product. All my reviews are as unbiased as possible, whether I buy or receive free product. I accept no other compensation other than free product.

The Republic of Tea Teabag Rooibos Tisane 'Pomegranate Vanilla'

Tea Information:
Tea: Sip for the Cure® Pomegranate Vanilla
Type: Rooibos Tisane (Tea is technically only from the camellia sinensis plant)
Packaging: Teabag
Company: The Republic of Tea
Purchase: Here
Description: Enjoy this premium quality, naturally caffeine-free rooibos (ROY-boss) red tea, rich in antioxidants. With the sweet tart notes of juicy pomegranate, this cup is rich in flavor and finishes off with the sweetness of exotic vanilla bean.
Ingredients: Rooibos, hibiscus, pomegranate juice, natural pomegranate flavoring and natural vanilla flavoring

Steep Information:
Amount: 1 teabag
Water: boiling
Steep Time: a little over 5 minutes
Served: Hot

Tasting Notes:
Dry Leaf Smell: hibiscus
Steeped Tea Smell: vanilla, berry
Flavor: hibiscus, rooibos, berry
Body: Medium
Aftertaste: vanilla, woody
Liquor: dark translucent pink

A nice berry rooibos, nothing amazing.

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Rating: 2/4 leaves


Leaf system:
1=Bleh! not again if it were free
2=Acceptable, if it were free or there were limited other tea options
3=I might purchase this tea from time to time, or select it while out
4=A staple in our cupboard from now on, I will purchase and keep purchasing






I received this product for free as a sample. All my reviews are as unbiased as possible, whether I buy or receive free product. I accept no other compensation other than free product.

The Republic of Tea Teabag Herbal Tea 'Vanilla Apple Hibiscus'

Tea Information:
Tea: Vanilla Apple Hibiscus
Type: Herbal Tea
Packaging: Teabag
Company: The Republic of Tea
Purchase: Here
Description: Apple pie is proof that apples and vanilla make an enticing duo. We've blended apples with the tangy berry and bright citrus qualities of exotic hibiscus along with lively rosehips to create this aromatic, uplifting herbal tea.
Ingredients: Hibiscus (flower), rosehips (fruit), apple bits (fruit), stevia (leaf). Other Ingredients: Natural vanilla and apple flavors

Steep Information:
Amount: 1 teabag
Water: 6 ounces filtered boiling
Steep Time: a little over 5 minutes
Served: Hot

Tasting Notes:
Dry Leaf Smell: hibiscus, apple, floral
Steeped Tea Smell: sweet apple vanilla
Flavor: hibiscus, apple
Body: Medium
Aftertaste: sweet apple, hints of vanilla
Liquor: dark pink

I drank the first cup so fast I couldn't even log it! The second cup (fresh bag) I drank while starting the post. I am now on cup #3.

I had a wonderful (though tea-less) weekend with my friends, and came home to some drama that had me shaking with fury. I wanted a nice soothing cup of tea to calm down. I choose this for the vanilla. Sadly it is a mild hint of vanilla instead of a prominent flavor. It is however a lovely tea. Not as delicious as the pineapple lychee.

Bobbie and MilitiaJim both are displeased with the tea and find it to have a "fake sugar" after taste.

Note: I love hibiscus

Rating: 3/4 leaves


Leaf system:
1=Bleh! not again if it were free
2=Acceptable, if it were free or there were limited other tea options
3=I might purchase this tea from time to time, or select it while out
4=A staple in our cupboard from now on, I will purchase and keep purchasing

The Republic of Tea Teabag Herbal Tea 'Blueberry Hibiscus'

Tea Information:
Tea: Blueberry Hibiscus
Type: Herbal Tea
Packaging: Teabag
Company: The Republic of Tea
Purchase: Here
Description: Tangy hibiscus mingles with the lush, deep flavor of blueberries in this fragrant, floral blend. Sip and sigh as you revel in hints of berry and bright citrus flavors in the hibiscus. We've also added a touch of lively rosehips and sweet, juicy apples.
Ingredients: Hibiscus (flower), rosehips (fruit), apple (fruit), stevia (leaf), blueberry bits (fruit). Other Ingredients: Natural blueberry flavor

Steep Information:
Amount: 2 teabags
Water: filtered, boiling, ~12 ounces
Steep Time: a little over 5 minutes
Served: Hot

Tasting Notes:
Dry Leaf Smell: sweet berry
Steeped Tea Smell: sweet berry
Flavor: tart berry, then sweet
Body: Full
Aftertaste: apple, berry
Liquor: deep dark red

I am a hibiscus and strong flavor fan, and this fits the bill. I enjoy it for a delicious nighttime tea.

MilitiaJim has decided he is not all that fond of hibiscus.

Post-Steep Additives: honey, tempers the hibiscus tart

Rating: 3/4 leaves


Leaf system:
1=Bleh! not again if it were free
2=Acceptable, if it were free or there were limited other tea options
3=I might purchase this tea from time to time, or select it while out
4=A staple in our cupboard from now on, I will purchase and keep purchasing

The Republic of Tea Teabag Herbal Tea 'Key Lime Hibiscus'

Tea Information:
Tea: Key Lime Hibiscus
Type: Herbal Tea
Packaging: Teabag
Company: The Republic of Tea
Purchase: Here
Description: The seductive flavors of the tropics emerge like a soft, warm breeze with every sip of this tangy hibiscus tea. Hibiscus mingles with a squeeze of refreshing key lime, hints of lively rosehips and naturally sweet apples.
Ingredients: Hibiscus (flower), rosehips (fruit), apple (fruit), stevia (leaf), lemon bits (fruit). Other Ingredients: Natural lime and lemon flavors

Steep Information:
Amount: 1 teabag
Water: 6 ounces filtered, boiling
Steep Time: a little over 5 minutes
Served: Hot

Tasting Notes:
Dry Leaf Smell: Berry, tart, lime
Steeped Tea Smell: Tart, berry, lime, sweet
Flavor: Tart, berry (hibiscus), lime
Body: Full
Aftertaste: Sweet
Liquor: deep red

Good enough I’ll enjoy the rest, but it seems like it would be better as not a tea, perhaps a pie or jello?

Thanks for the sample Meghann M!

Rating: 3/4 leaves


Leaf system:
1=Bleh! not again if it were free
2=Acceptable, if it were free or there were limited other tea options
3=I might purchase this tea from time to time, or select it while out
4=A staple in our cupboard from now on, I will purchase and keep purchasing

The Republic of Tea Loose Leaf Black Tea 'Bing Cherry Vanilla'

Tea Information:
Tea: Bing Cherry Vanilla
Type: Black Tea
Packaging: Loose Leaf
Company: The Republic of Tea
Purchase: Here
Description: Share the Bounty Black Tea - This tea recalls the best part of summer - when the trees are full of ripe fruit. The sweetness of vanilla complements the deep, juicy flavor of bing cherries. This full-leaf black tea offers a most smooth and complex taste. This tea is a limited edition exclusive offering from our collection of partnership teas with Whole Foods Markets.
Country of Origin: India
Ingredients: Organic, Fair Trade Certified TM black tea, cherries, natural flavors and organic, Fair Trade Certified TM vanilla beans

Steep Information:
Amount: 3 heaping teaspoons
Water: 750 milliliters filtered, 212°
Tool: Breville One-Touch Tea Maker BTM800XL (Black, Strong, Auto start)
Steep Time: a little over 3 minutes
Served: Hot

Tasting Notes:
Dry Leaf Smell: Strong vanilla, hints sweet cherry not fake but real fruity scent
Steeped Tea Smell: Sweet vanilla black tea
Flavor: Astringent, slightly bitter black tea a hint of vanilla
Body: Full
Aftertaste: Astringent, slightly bitter
Liquor: Mostly opaque dark brown with slight reddish orange hints

Post-Steep Additives:
+German Rock Sugar - no more bitterness, brings out the vanilla, still not getting the cherry
+Lactose-free milk - less astringency much better

This is from LENA in the wonderful little Tupperware containers! Yes another one I have been hiding away and am finally getting to.

This tea is a good strong wake you up black with a bad astringency problem. I am very glad I didn't order a whole tin! Thank you again LENA for helping me satisfy my curiosity and not end up drowning in 'Meh' tea.

Rating: 2/4 leaves


Leaf system:
1=Bleh! not again if it were free
2=Acceptable, if it were free or there were limited other tea options
3=I might purchase this tea from time to time, or select it while out
4=A staple in our cupboard from now on, I will purchase and keep purchasing

The Republic of Tea Teabag Green Tea 'Ginger Peach'

Tea Information:
Tea: Ginger Peach
Type: Green Tea
Packaging: Teabag
Company: The Republic of Tea
Purchase: Here
Description: This new green tea is a delightful addition to our collection of Daily Green Teas. Offering the lushness of a ripe peach and the tingle of spicy ginger in a fresh green tea base. This is a flavorful and healthy cup will make the head wiggle with delight.
Ingredients: China green tea, natural peach flavor and ginger

Steep Information:
Amount: 1 teabag
Water: hot spigot water, 8 oz
Steep Time: a little over 3 minutes
Served: Hot

Tasting Notes:
Dry Leaf Smell: ginger, peach, delicious!
Steeped Tea Smell: peachy, vegetal
Flavor: lightly vegetal, slightly bitter, astringent
Body: Medium
Aftertaste: ginger bite
Liquor: translucent yellow-green

I got this as a sample with the Republic of Tea catalog this month.

I am not finding the peach in the taste, only the smell.

It's an OK green, I don't really love greens anyway. I don't plan to buy it.

Rating: 2/4 leaves


Leaf system:
1=Bleh! not again if it were free
2=Acceptable, if it were free or there were limited other tea options
3=I might purchase this tea from time to time, or select it while out
4=A staple in our cupboard from now on, I will purchase and keep purchasing