Simpson & Vail Advent Calendar – Day 4
(originally written November 4th)
I’m actually rather excited for this one. The other green rooibos blends I’ve tried from Simpson & Vail in the past have been quite tasty. Plus, this smells amazing in the packet – fruity, tart, and juicy.
It’s good, but not great. There’s a little bit too much hibiscus – it’s not overpowering but it is just a bit too tart. The fruit flavor is tasty though. I don’t know what dragonfruit tastes like, but this makes me think of strawberry-kiwi. There’s a touch of citrus as well, and maybe a hint of green apple.
It would probably be perfect with a touch of sweetener, but I prefer not to add anything to my tea so I likely won’t be purchasing this one. It’s close to being great, though! I’m definitely glad I got to give it a try.
Flavors: Apple, Citrus, Fruity, Lemon, Strawberry, Sweet, Tart, Tropical
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Every time I tried a dragonfruit tea I always thought it tasted like strawberry/kiwi, too. Sounds like that would be a scrummy iced tea. I’ve never liked how red rooibos tastes iced (though I like it warm) but love green rooibos as an iced base.
You’re probably right on the iced tea. I may have to add this to my inevitable S&V order after all…
I bet Central Market would have dragonfruit if you ever wanted to try the real thing.
I think I’ve seen them even at my local supermarket, I’ve just never bought one. XP
Every time I tried a dragonfruit tea I always thought it tasted like strawberry/kiwi, too. Sounds like that would be a scrummy iced tea. I’ve never liked how red rooibos tastes iced (though I like it warm) but love green rooibos as an iced base.
You’re probably right on the iced tea. I may have to add this to my inevitable S&V order after all…
I bet Central Market would have dragonfruit if you ever wanted to try the real thing.
I think I’ve seen them even at my local supermarket, I’ve just never bought one. XP