The sample that came in my brewer box was surprisingly disgusting....it tasted like dirt or earthy. I decided to give it another try and ordered a sample package and to this day I am happy that I didn't write this tea off.
I reviewed Bigelow's version in K-cups recently where I went into detail on green teas, so I won't bother repeating myself. The main difference I've found with the Celestial Seasoning green tea--a brand I've used in bags for three decades, and loved--is that the CS is a bit too grassy tasting for my palate. This vegetal taste is not uncommon in green teas, I just found it more prevalent than it should be in this brand. And although I rated this tea as medium in strength, if Keurig's body rating used a slider, I would have placed it along the line at about "weak to medium." This is not a bad tea, but I really prefer the Bigelow green tea K-cups.
I have tried ALL of the teas (literally). This brand and particular one if by far my favorite. The Twinings brand tastes like fish to me. Celestial is far superior in taste, and the green tea is fabulous. I brew each K cup 3 times in to a jar and add Splenda to taste. I drink from the jar all day. The first brew is pretty strong, the 2nd is medium, and the third is weak so combined it is perfect. I know that they don't recommend doing this, but my husband and I have been drinking this every single day for well over a year like this, and it's perfectly fine to do it with the tea.
Pros: Soothing, Fresh, Unique Flavor Profile, Energizing, High Quality, Aromatic
I love green tea, I was excited to finally find a green tea in a k-cup. When I had my first glass I took a sip and thought wow this tastes more like watered down green tea, than green tea. I drink green tea every day and wasn't impressed.
I am an occasional coffee drinker, but love tea. This product is exceptional in its quality, taste, and convenience. I'll be buying this again and again!
Pros: High Quality, Smooth Body, Fresh, Aromatic, Convenient, Soothing