I have purchased this product many times this year and each time the Hibiscus Tea is excellent! For use in a small tea pot or ball the Cut-n-Sifted version of Hibiscus Tea is hard to beat.
I gave the product 5-stars across the board, but I do have an issue with the packaging. The first few times I purchased this product it was packaged in a foil lined craft paper bag (as is most Herbal Tea on Amazon). It's not a particularly pretty bag, but 5/5 for functionality. My last 3 or 4 orders have come packaged in a significantly more attractive foil lined multi layered poly bag. This bag is prettier and is sufficiently sealed to deliver a fresh product to my door. The issue is in the internal zip-lock feature. so far, 100% of the new bags have exhibited defective zip-lock closures. The zip-lock closure is not sufficiently attached to the inside of the bag such that the bags are not resealable. I have been reusing the old (still functional) craft paper bags. The most recent failed packaging bears the lot code 1789-1900 (best by April 2025). I have attached photos showing Old vs. New Packaging, the failed packaging, as well as a shot of the product.
I sincerely hope that the company can sort out this packaging issue before the old craft paper bag fails. It would make me sad to have to find another supplier or purchase an airtight container on amazon to keep the tea fresh.
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