Does it really have a licorice taste? I hate licorice, but this stuff sounds like its good stuff! Thanks
225118
not sure about licorice, but this thing tastes really bad. I dumped 99% of the container in the trash.
225119
I didn't detect anything even remotely licorice-tasting in this powder. If you have a strong dislike for peas, this won't work for you though.
225120
Aloha Ronald, It doesn't taste like licorice at all too me. I like to eat fennel and tastes nothing like that. I haven't eaten candy licorice for a long time. The product has an unusual taste to me. Like nothing I can compare it too!!! A hui hou.
225121
Not at all. All stevia sweetened products have a bit of a slick-ness to them which may be the licorice taste you're referencing. I like the unsweetened flavor best because you can add whatever sweetener you want (xylitol is my preference).
225122
Disgusting yes, licorice, no. I love licorice. I have no idea why you would think this product would have a licorice flavor but no, there is no licorice flavor. If you like bland, gritty mud, this is the product for you. Myself, I hate grit so I threw mine in the trash. If you're concerned about a pre-sweetened product, purchase the unsweetened version.
225123
No, it does not taste like licorice. Have to add fruit to make it taste good. It is good and I like that it is not sweet.
301474
It's pretty tart .. I tried mixing it in yogurt but it definitely altered the taste. I now just mix it in water
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Hey Britt, judging by the taste (outrightly bitter) and by some discussions that i have seen on couple of other forums i would say it dos not have sweeteners or artificial flavours. Cannot say the same for preservatives though.
813507
I don't know. I did not use it very long because I do not like the smell of it. Smells like licorice.
699981
It does taste good, it's hard to describe the flavour though if you've never had any ramune flavor candies. You can faintly taste what a real ramune taste like, and it also has almost a citrus taste to it, I bet that citric acid might be one of the ingredients. The foaming stuff has a very strong, fun flavor, and the little jelly balls are lightly sweet and fun to pop.
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Yes it has a natural licorice like smell to it. It's not too powerful of a scent and very pleasant.
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To me it has great flavor but is in consistency more like a baking chocolate. Not smooth like Lindt. It's worth trying to see what you think. It has it's own unique flavor, much less sugary.
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Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for contacting us! We are happy to help. This product has an alcohol-like taste to it due to the fact that alcohol is an ingredient. When mixed with water, it is relatively flavorless. I personally just tried a little bit of some that one of our product specialists had and didn't find the taste unpleasant or too strong. Please keep in mind that everyone's senses are a bit different, and what may not be strong to one person may be different for another. We hope this information is helpful! If we can assist with anything further, please let us know! Jenna G. Swanson Health Products Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for contacting us! We are happy to help. This product has an alcohol-like taste to it due to the fact that alcohol is an ingredient. When mixed with water, it is relatively flavorless. I personally just tried a little bit of some that one of our product specialists had and didn't find the taste unpleasant or too strong. Please keep in mind that everyone's senses are a bit different, and what may not be strong to one person may be different for another. We hope this information is helpful! If we can assist with anything further, please let us know!... » Read More Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for contacting us! We are happy to help. This product has an alcohol-like taste to it due to the fact that alcohol is an ingredient. When mixed with water, it is relatively flavorless. I personally just tried a little bit of some that one of our product specialists had and didn't find the taste unpleasant or too strong. Please keep in mind that everyone's senses are a bit different, and what may not be strong to one person may be different for another. We hope this information is helpful! If we can assist with anything further, please let us know! Jenna G. Swanson Health Products « Show Less
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I have never heard my husband complain....or even notice an unusual taste. Out of curiosity, after seeing your question, I tasted a bit from the package (I HAD to know!). It had no taste.
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It is sort of winey (that's what my kids called it). I watched my husband take it day after day (to convince me that it wasn't bad) - he finished one bottle (and it's expensive where we live) until I got yp the courage to taste it! It's fine! That was 30 odd years ago. It is a staple here for myself, kids, grandkids and anyone who I advise on he;ath matters!
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No it doesnt taste like black licorice...just some kind of strong herbal flowers.
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It kinda just tastes like tea. Nothing super strong about it. They say it has a slight licorice taste but I don't care for licorice and I like it. My milk supply is good but wanted to make sure it stayed that way. I have a 6 week old and I produce what I need and make about 4-5oz a day more to store. It works.
279345
It's horribly bitter. I have accidentally gotten it in my mouth a few time, so YUCK! But that is the point, so it's good. :)
1204612
I didnt like the taste. I gave it away. I can't answer that question. Sorry.
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I can taste the stevia in it. I don't like the taste, either. I'm drinking it right now. I added PB2 to try and hide the stevia flavor, but it isn't working! Stevia may be all natural, but as far as I'm concerned it tastes just as nasty as artificial sweeteners!
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Haha sorry you had to go through the experience of tasting this awful product! I have long since given up on this stuff- the only thing I've ever heard someone use it in and find it tolerable was in a chocolate protein smoothie (they wanted a hint of pb flavor) and even with all that flavor/sugar covering it up/helping it the person still could barely stand it. I threw mine out, it just wasn't worth trying to save for me. =p maybe slathering Nutella or something over it would help? (But uh...that sorta cancels out the whole point of this zero-calorie spread, doesn't it? Lol)
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It's tasteless. A word of warning, only take it with magnesium and/or a swig of cranberry juice. It's extremely alkalizing whichcan give you kidney stones or Gout. It's hard on the kidneys because it's so alkaline. It's also very constipating so the Magnesium will help balance that out. Only take 1-2 drops a day.