Gingerbread Customer Reviews

I could smell an artificial spice from today's CommuniTea packet. There was no scent while steeping, and not really much flavor when hot. After cooling a little, there was a bit of a gingerbread-esque flavor, but it wasn't strong enough to the point where I could go, 'yes, that's definitely gingerbread,' without knowing beforehand. I wouldn't have even picked out the ginger to be honest. All in all, it was a decent, lightly seasoned black tea.
This is a review for a CommuniTea packet, so here's hoping a larger sampling would yield better results.
Steeped 200°F, 4min.

6 helpful votes

It was okay but not a huge fan because of how must stronger the spices got as it cooled. interesting experience though

I’ve tried 2 samples of this tea, and both tasted completely different. Both times, I didn’t get much gingerbread flavor, but for different reasons. First time I tried this was in the tea bag advent calendar. I didn’t stop steeping at 3 minutes, so it could be my fault, but despite the wonderful gingerbread smell of the leaves, I mainly tasted black tea. I was a bit disappointed since the smell had my hopes up. When this came up in the December 18th CommuniTea packet, I was excited to try again and was very careful with steep time, exactly 3 minutes. This time my tea was too weak. Both of these cups were 16 oz. the flavors that did come through didn’t remind me of gingerbread (or orange, ginger, or cinnamon), it tasted more like a weak chocolate tea. It was significantly improved by add a teaspoon of sweetened condensed milk in general, but still not much gingerbread flavor.

9 helpful votes

Didn't really get a gingerbread taste here. Honestly just got the black tea flavor and a hint of vanilla.

I didn’t get much gingerbread flavor in my mug, though the instructions on the packet definitely need to be tweaked because it was quite astringent.

8 helpful votes

I wanted to love this tea but it was just okay for me. The flavor just was not what I expected with a gingerbread name.

This was really good! Nice gingerbread flavor without being overwhelming. Wintertime coziness in a cup!

7 helpful votes

I don't think I could do this any better than Jim already has in detail, but I will echo that I definitely didn't get much of any gingerbread flavor when hot. After adding a rock of sugar, there was a little bit more flavor to it but I think my CommuniTEA packet was probably lacking because I didn't get any orange pieces or notice/smell any cinnamon. So they might be why, I'm not sure. I didn't hate this, but I wasn't impressed, either.

2 helpful votes

For me this just tasted of black tea. I did not detect any gingerbread flavor.

2 helpful votes

Smelled nice in the CommuniTEA packet. Once brewed, the spice aroma disappeared and there was no spice flavor; just tastes of astringent black tea. The tea is nice, but not what I expected.

18 helpful votes

My husband loved this tea, but I didn’t taste gingerbread

6 helpful votes

Really good. Didn’t have much of the bite of ginger that I both anticipate and dread - and it didn’t remind me very much of the cookie, I had to really focus on tasting the gingerbread. It was there, but only faintly. The second cup I brewed for ten minutes and added half n half, hoping to pick up more gingerbread notes, but there was less gingerbread flavor and it just tasted like black tea. I hope you Adagio can tweak this recipe next year.

15 helpful votes

Oh this one is my favorite out of the holiday teas for sure

1 helpful votes

This is going straight to the compost bin (which I have NEVER done with a tea that I didn’t like-so this is saying something). I have no idea what makes this so bad, but it just tastes super off. I even tried bringing out the flavor with plain creamer and sugar and it was still terrible. Maybe I don’t like ginger bread as much as I thought I did.

3 min steep · 212°F · 2 helpful votes

It tastes and smells really great! I would definitely buy this again.

1 helpful votes

I definitely think this taste like gingerbread but I think the black tea in it is too overpowering.

3 min steep · 212°F · 1 helpful votes

A lovely balanced blend of mellow caramel sweetness and spice. I wasn't sure how much different this blend would be from the oriental spice, and they are similar, but the oriental spice has a brighter, sharper citrus note while this is rich and warming. Both are delicious, perfect for any fan of spice tea.

3 min steep · 212°F · 1 helpful votes

Not as flavorful as Adagio's other flavors... Still nice to have, especially if you prefer the more authentic black tea taste.

3 min steep · 212°F · 1 helpful votes

This tea is the one that started my adagio addiction. I am SO THANKFUL that they carry it year round because it is my go to tea. Warm, a little spicy (but not overpowering) - it's just a fantastic cup of tea, LOVE, LOVE, LOVE!!!

1 helpful votes

This is actually a really nice ginger black tea. It can get a bit bitter if you let it steep too long, but with a bit of honey its a great afternoon tea.

3 min steep · 205°F · 1 helpful votes

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2 helpful votes

This tea is spicy and amazing! I really love the seasonal taste!

3 min steep · 212°F · 1 helpful votes

Although it isn't super gingerbread-y, it does have a nice ginger taste and the orange and vanilla notes are lovely.

1 helpful votes

This was just too subtle for me. I couldn't really taste any ginger, just a kind of sweet flavor.

1 helpful votes

The first steep had a bitter taste. Extra sugar & cream helped, but not completely. Second steep was better (still used xtra sugar) but there wasn't much flavor left. If we try this again, I'll steep at 175 degrees & see if that helps.

2 min steep · 185°F · 1 helpful votes

This is a delicious tea that hits the spot when you need a cup of comfort. The flavors are blended deliciously...

1 helpful votes

Tastes just like the description, ginger and orange. It also has a bit of natural sweetness!

3 min steep · 212°F · 1 helpful votes

This tea is really good, and a great choice for fall and winter when you want something warm and spicy. The spices are not overpowering or strong, they are more on the mild side and blend into the black tea really well. I did taste ginger and orange, but there was not a lot of cinnamon, which is a positive for me as I find it too heavy handed in most teas on here.

3 min steep · 212°F · 8 helpful votes

Excellent tea for the fall weather and coming holidays! Very warm and nostalgic and not too strong.

3 min steep · 100°F · 1 helpful votes

This was a pleasant mild black tea, but it lacked the pop of spice crucial for gingerbread.

1 helpful votes

Perfect tea for Autumn and Winter and the Holidays too! It isn't overly sweet and is more spicy. I think it is a great tea for the mid-afternoon slump.

1 helpful votes

The Gingerbread tea is a great tea. I look forward to drinking this during the upcoming holidays.

1 helpful votes

This is a great cold-weather tea. The flavor is great and not too strong and it’s so comforting

3 min steep · 212°F · 1 helpful votes

I am loving these flavor profiles. It's great for fall.

3 min steep · 212°F · 1 helpful votes

very good tea. a lot of gingerbread taste in it love it

1 helpful votes

I love this one alone or mixed with oriental spice

3 min steep · 212°F · 1 helpful votes

This is a great tea! It’s my “special” tea for weekends, vacations, and summer. Or, whenever I want to treat myself! It’s not too sweet but the gingerbread flavor is Mellow and authentic.

1 helpful votes

Great holiday tune tea. Like to have it in the off season too

4 min steep · 212°F · 1 helpful votes

Great taste. I mix this with the Cream tea for a lunch drink with PBJ.

1 helpful votes

Perfect in the morning

2 helpful votes

This tea smells like Christmas when you open the envelope. Very smooth and delicious blend of flavors

3 min steep · 212°F · 1 helpful votes

This is a great afternoon tea for cold days. A touch of cream and it is almost dessert.

1 helpful votes

Really good, I'd definitely get this again. Think we have to wait for the holidays for this to be available again.

1 helpful votes

Small doses. Or as an additive. I'm not big on it solo

1 helpful votes

A great seasonal tea. Definitely a morning warm up

3 min steep · 212°F · 1 helpful votes

This tea doesn't taste much like gingerbread to me, but it does have that savory taste I really like in black teas.

1 helpful votes

Kids loved it. I was not a fan. But, I do not care for chocolate and this tea has chocolate undertones.

Sadly, we still have this tea in our cupboard over a year after purchase.

1 helpful votes

I bought this in the middle of spring but every time I brew it, it takes me back to autumn/winter. Smells heavenly and tastes great too

1 helpful votes

I love this aroma and taste!! Made 5 cups at a time for tea time with my Mom!

1 helpful votes

This is one of my favorite teas, it almost tastes like maple syrup in a good way.

3 min steep · 212°F · 1 helpful votes