ASDA

Smell 5/5: A comforting blend of warm, zesty ginger and bright lemon that gently refreshes the senses. 

Flavour 5/5: A vibrant burst of gentle sourness followed by a bold, fiery heat that leaves a lasting tingle and a subtle hint of warm ginger.

 Colour 5/5: Bright almost no colour.

 Deposit: Yes

 Infused: 5 min

 Caffeine-free: Yes

Tea type: Bags/Herbal

Manufacturer's description: It is zingy and warming with lemon and ginger-flavoured infusions

A few ingredients – It is ginger root (40%). Lemon peel (1%), lime flowers, sweet blackberry leaves, apple pomace, lemongrass, citric acid, and chicory root.

Manufacturer's advice: Use 1 bag per person, pour on boiling water and infuse it for at least 5 minutes for optimum taste. Leave for a little longer if you prefer a stronger taste.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Once it is opened, store tea bags in an airtight container.

 Price: £0.75/20 bags

Price per bag: £0.04 per bag

Weight: 40g

Bags 3/5: Consciously simple, completely protected. All basic, square white teabags are packed inside one foil-lined shield. 

Package 3/5: It is a butter-yellow glossy carton, the exterior features an illustration of fresh ginger and lemon slices alongside the Asda logo. 

Produced for: Asda superstores

Manufacturer: Unknown

Final Thoughts: Looking closely at the ingredients, I was intrigued to find chicory root—an excellent addition given its clinically backed prebiotic, anti-diabetic, and digestive health benefits. The freshness is undeniable; tearing open the foil bag releases a robust, comforting punch of ginger aroma.

Interestingly, this tea is packed in Kenya. To preserve its full integrity, I brewed it in 200ml of hot water, as stretching it further risks diluting those intense, sharp profiles. It pours into a delicate, pale liquor resembling a fine white tea. While the manufacturer markets this strictly as 'zingy', I find it leans beautifully into a deeply warming experience. The flavours are exceptionally balanced, marrying fire and citrus without overcomplicating the palate.

Tested: Bradford/England

Date: 28/03/24

Smell 4/5: A vibrant wave of lush mango that fills the air with a succulent tropical sweetness.

Flavour 3/5: The taste profile offers a surprising twist: instead of mango, it tastes distinctly of raw, unripe strawberry. The sweetness is incredibly subtle —almost impossible to catch —leaving you with a very clean, crisp, and purely raw strawberry experience.

 Colour 4/5: Dark red

 Deposit: Yes

 Infused: 5 min

 Caffeine-free: Yes

Tea type: Bags/Herbal

Manufacturer's description: It is a sweet and refreshing infusion. It has a hibiscus flower plant, apple, strawberry and mango flavour infusion.

Contains liquorice – people suffering from hypertension should avoid excessive consumption.

A few ingredients – orange leaves & peels, liquorice root 

Manufacturer's advice: Use 1 bag per person, pour on boiling water and infuse it for at least 5 minutes for optimum taste. Leave for a little longer if you prefer a stronger taste.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight and strong odours. Once it is opened, store tea bags in an airtight container.

 Price: £0.75/20 bags

Price per bag: £0.04 per bag

Weight: 40g

Bags 3/5: Consciously simple, completely protected. All basic, square white teabags are packed inside one foil-lined shield. 

Package 3/5: The packaging has a bright image of mango slices and fresh strawberries. 

Purchased: Asda, Bradford

Produced for: Asda superstores

Manufacturer: Unknown

Final thoughts: Sourced and packed in Kenya, the formulation contains an interesting addition of hibiscus and liquorice root. When brewed with 230ml of hot water, the flavor leaves the mango behind, registering instead as a crisp, raw strawberry with an incredibly faint, near-hidden sweetness. 

I must disagree with the manufacturer’s claim that this is a sweet infusion; the palate is decidedly sour, drinking like the sharp, tart edge of a sweet mango aroma. 

Tested: Bradford/England

Date: 23/03/24

Smell 5/5: The aroma is a beautiful dance between the bright, freshly crushed peppermint leaves and the sweetness of liquorice. 

Flavour 5/5: The initial sip brings a perfect, equal partnership between the deep, comforting sweetness of liquorice and the crisp, clean snap of peppermint. The standout feature is definitely the finish—it leaves a remarkably long-lasting sweetness that treats the back of the throat and lingers beautifully long after your cup is empty. 

 Colour 5/5: Amazingly golden

 Deposit: Yes

 Infused: 5 min

 Caffeine-free: Yes

Tea type: Bags/Herbal

Manufacturer's description: Sweet and refreshing.

A few ingredients – Liquorice (50%), dried peppermint (50%)

Manufacturer's advice: Use 1 bag per person, pour on boiling water and infuse it for at least 5 minutes for optimum taste. Leave for a little longer if you prefer a stronger taste.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Once it is opened, store tea bags in an airtight container.

 Price: £0.75/20 bags

Price per bag: £0.04 per bag

Weight: 40g

Bags 3/5: Consciously simple, completely protected. All basic, square white teabags are packed inside one foil-lined shield. 

Package 3/5: The tea comes in a standard glossy, light-pink box featuring illustrations of green peppermint leaves and rustic liquorice sticks. It displays the Asda logo, with the specific name of the tea clearly highlighted inside a contrasting dark-pink square block on the front. 

Purchased: Asda, Bradford

Produced for: Asda superstores

Manufacturer: Unknown

Final Thoughts: I brewed this blend using 200ml of hot water, which hits the sweet spot for preserving its full strength. The moment I opened the protective foil storage bag, an intensely strong and refreshing peppermint aroma filled the room.

When it comes to the taste, I have a bit of a mixed critique for the manufacturer. It is absolutely as sweet as they promise, but on the palate. Though it didn't feel quite as refreshing as the initial scent led me to believe. However, despite that slight disagreement, I absolutely loved this tea. The deep, comforting sweetness makes it one of my favourites.

Tested: Bradford/England

Date: 03/04/24

Smell 3/5: A rising, fragrant vapour of sharp sourness from crushed raspberries. This crisp opening gently gives way to sweet summer strawberries. 

Flavour 4/5: A delicate interplay of tender sourness and soft floral undertones, lingering into a continuous sour aftertaste.

 Colour: Dark red

Tested (ml): 200ml hot water

 Deposit: Yes

 Infused: 5 minutes

 Caffeine-free: Yes

Tea type: Bags/Herbal/berry

Manufacturer's description: Strawberry and raspberry flavoured herbal infusion. Sweet and fruity, naturally caffeine-free.

Ingredients – Acai juice granules, apple pomace, flavouring, Hibiscus flower, raspberry pomace  (1%), strawberry pomace (1%), sweet blackberry leaves.

Manufacturer's advice: For the perfect infusion, place 1 tea bag in a cup or mug, pour on boiling water and allow to brew 3 – 5 minutes or longer, depending on preferred strength. Stir gently and remove bag before serving.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, store in an airtight container.

Wight (g): 40

Price (£): 0.85/20bags

Price per bag (£): 0.04

Price per 1kg (£): 21.25

Bags: The product arrived in substandard packaging. The bags themselves are overly simplistic, featuring a basic, square design in plain white. Furthermore, the external box lacked any plastic wrapping or protective sealing, leaving the shipment completely vulnerable to weather-related damage.

Package: 3/5

Purchased: Asda/Bradford

Produced for: ASDA UK

Manufacturer: Unknown

Final Thoughts: The moment I opened the box, the tea bags burst with a lovely, vibrant berry aroma. 

In terms of taste, this brew isn't particularly sweet; it leans more toward the sour side. However, it is perfectly balanced—not so tart that it becomes unpleasant. It makes for an enjoyable, neutral, and deeply relaxing drink after a long, hard day.

 Interestingly, the manufacturer does not include a warning about the potential side effects of hibiscus flower. Consumers—especially those with normal or low blood pressure—should be aware that consuming large amounts of this tea can further lower blood pressure.

Tested: Bradford/England

Date: 17/08/25

Smell 3/5: The aroma evokes unripe forest berries.

Flavour 3/5: Dominant wild berry acidity. Subtly softened by a near-invisible thread of natural fruit sugars.

 Colour 5/5: Vividly dark red, burgundy

 Deposit: Yes

 Infused: 5 min

 Caffeine-free: Yes

Tea type: Bags/Herbal

Manufacturer's description: Infused with blackberry, blueberry and acai flavours.

A few ingredients – Acai fruit powder(0.5%), blackberry (1%), Blueberries (1%), sweet blackberry leaves, hibiscus, apple pulp

Manufacturer's advice: Use 1 bag per person per cap. Boil freshly drawn cold water and pour the moment it boils infuse it for 3 – 5 minutes according to personal taste

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight and strong odours. Once it is opened, store tea bags in an airtight container.

 Price: £0.75/20 bags

Price per bag: £0.04 per bag

Weight: 40g

Bags 3/5: Consciously simple, completely protected. All basic, square white teabags are packed inside one foil-lined shield.

Package 3/5: The box of the Infusion comes in a sleek, light purple box with a glossy finish. The front design features a scattering of fresh blackberries, blueberries, and acai berries, visually highlighting the tea's rich, fruity flavour profile. Complete with the green ASDA logo and a clear tea bag count.

Purchased: Asda, Bradford

Produced for: Asda superstores

Manufacturer: Unknown

Final Thoughts: This wild berry infusion surprises with a base of apple pulp and hibiscus flower rather than a pure berry foundation. 

Brewed at a standard 200ml volume, the tea lacks distinct berry definition and fails to stand out against standard herbal blends. The flavour profile is dominated by the bracing acidity of unripe-like berries, resulting in a thin body that requires a sweetener like sugar or honey to balance the tartness and unlock the intended fruit notes.

Warning: Moderated intake of hibiscus is essential, as excessive consumption can cause possible side effects like:

• Dizziness;                

• Drowsiness;          

• Weakness;            

This is especially true for people with low blood pressure or who take blood pressure medication. 

Tested: Bradford/England

Date: 11/04/24