I realized exactly what this tasted like during my recent cold: chewable vitamin C. No, honey (an antimicrobial) does not help it go down easier. With this epiphany, I would adjust the rating for flavor to about a 35, but it actually does have some health merit so I’ve left the current rating of 44 intact.
I just reviewed this tea and said the exact same thing: chewable Vitamin C tablets! (Also: boiled orange juice.) Glad I’m not the only one!