Hibiscus Madness (The Tea Company)
Hibiscus Madness (The Tea Company)
Fruity teas are certainly some of the most popular. They're easy to drink for many average tea drinkers. While not my personal favorite, I always try to bring a balanced and impartial process to my reviews.
Quick Info
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| FAB Rating* | 4/4/4 |
| Company | The Tea Company |
| Blend Name | Hibiscus Madness |
| Blend Base | Guayusa |
| Country of Origin | N/A |
| Package Type | Pouch |
| Price per Package | $9.25 USD |
| Quantity | ~1.06 oz |
*Flavor, Aroma, Boldness
This Hibiscus Madness tisane (herbal) tea is built on an energizing yet smooth Guayusa base. Guayusa is a holly leaf plant which, along with its cousin Yerba Mate, is one of only two herbal ingredients loaded with caffeine.
I've taken a liking to Guayusa over the past couple of years. Some in the industry have clearly begun using Guayusa as a base for new blends, which I find to be wonderful. I was excited to try this blend as soon as I saw it in my sample box from The Tea Company.
The leaves appear fairly normal for a Guayusa, but with some lemongrass and hibiscus thrown in. I didn't notice the stevia leaves at first glance. Once brewed, the leaves become more of a mushy mess, but that's typical for Guayusa. The liquor turns an almost cranberry red, so deep it looks more black than red when there's still plenty in the cup.
The aroma is light, not particularly effusive, and a foreshadowing of the tartness to come. When sipping, the flavor was easy—tart, but a bit sweet, with the hibiscus omnipresent. The palate experience was similar—puckering and dry, with the flavor lingering for quite a while.
While I did not have enough on hand to try this tea iced, I would expect this tisane to be brilliant cold-brewed or poured over ice.
If you enjoy fruity flavors, the tart/sweet combo, and/or need a kick of caffeine, this blend is for you.
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