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I tried the blackberry Hint and loved it. I hurried up and ordered 4 other flavors. The first one I tried was the lime. It really just tastes like soapy water. I hope the rest aren't as disappointing.
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I have been entrusted to create a "gravy" almost every week for my family (my wife gave me her Italian family's recipe). This is a term designed to identify a tomato sauce, to be served over some appropriate pasta. Ingredients: a basic tomato sauce (such as Ragu), tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, a bit of wine, some herbs--and an additioonal sauce to add some taste. One of my normal additional sauces is Newman's Own Marinara sauce. It adds a nice taste to the basic gravy. Thrown in some pork or some meatballs, and you get a fine topping to whatever pasta you choose. Newman's Own is one of the better marainara sauces that I have purchased at the local grocery store. All in all, then, a tasty product. . . .
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A powdered tea mix that's individually packed for use in bottled water, which makes it handy for on the go. The flavor is good if you like sweetened tea.
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Frosted flakes is an excellent cereal, and you do not have to add sugar to it to make it taste good. The boxes were in perfect shape.
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I use this cereal in a breakfast mixture that reduces cholesterol and cleanses the colon. It helps to give me energy also. Sweeten with stevia. The stores were out of it so I got plenty on Amazon.
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Amazing, is the word that describes these flowers. Typical roses would last a week or so, these went 3 weeks before any signs of drying. I would certainly purchase these again.
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These are my daughter's favorite cracker of all time. I'm torn between these and the cheddar variety, too close to call it. I love the taste and the crunch. Sometimes I crave something crunchy and these hit the spot perfectly. I can't seem to keep them in my pantry because they get eaten so regularly either alone or with other things.
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Someone says they're not as sour as their predecessor, I say they're sour enough for me, and yummy after the sourness goes away! ^-^ After two my cheeks start to prune so I give them time to heal! They're delicious, and I sometimes skip meals and just have a couple of these! Yum sour stuff.
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Very crunchy and very good quality when I received it .Really nice stuff.It comes well packed,the almonds are unharmed and no damage whatsoever is visible.
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I bought this to use in a recipe I choose this kettle corn for one; because there was no soybean oil (nothing really wrong with soybean oil it's just that soy in everything and it's most likely awlways GMO so when given the option I opt out) two; it was made with brown rice syrup good a "lesser evil" sweetener and three; way lower in fat than all other kettle corn. BoO ya. ....I got hungry on the way home from the grocery store and opened them up and Loved them. THey are a very respectable indulgence. THey taste like carmel corn to me. THey are no longer around for my recipe but I will definately be back for more. who knew?
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the pack did not last long! they have none of the strange texture or flavour of most gluten free snacks. not as OVER THE TOP AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS as the ginger ones but still fab. they aren't cheap but they are worth every singe cent. we shall certainly be ordering more of these.
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This is the only kind of gum my kids have ever had, and they like it. Their favorite flavors are cinnamon, tangerine and "very berry". The squares are tiny, so I always let them have two at a time. The flavor doesn't last long, but that's OK, because I prefer that they not chew it very long anyway. So far, they don't have any fillings that might cause sticking, and it doesn't seem to stick to their sealants. We're glad to have an all-natural option when it comes to gum!
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I have four cats on this food. They love it and tolerate it well. However I only give it 2 stars. You lost a customer when you took it off of "PRIME" Now we have it auto delivered from PETFLOW. I purchased 2 cases every 6 weeks; along with two large bags of the green pea and duck.
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I've had muscle milk, myoplex, unjury (which was tolerable), anything whole foods, central market, or the vitamin shoppe had to offer...GAG. Then I tried Orgain. YUM. I am no having one of these and one Blueberry or Mango Mix 1 Protein shake per day and actually meeting my protein requirements each day. My nails and hair are finally looking better and I'm actually starting to have more energy. I'm so glad Amazon carries these, as my Whole Foods tends to run out of these. I do however wish that they would put them on automatic subscription, as they have with the Mix 1 shakes. It's great that it's still whey protein, I've definitely never found a whey shake that tastes this good, only the soy ones, which don't have the best absorption. Also, it's great that you can travel with these shakes and not have to refrigerate them or mix them, as they are ready to drink. I'll just get a cup of ice while traveling or at the office and I'm good to go! You can even add supplement powder to it if needed, and it dissolves well in it. I actually recommend this flavor over the fudge one, and I'm a chocolate nut. The fudge just was a little too cocoa-ey for my taste. The vanilla is pretty sweet, which I like. I think it might be yummy with some Starbucks Via added in it for an iced latte too. UPDATE 8/20/2011 I saw where another review stated that they had received curdled milk! I did too. Amazon sent 2 new cases immediately, but unfortunately both of them were curdled as well. I had ordered the mocha from another online retailer at the same time and it arrived without incident. I'm not sure why 4 cases arrived curdled, but it was pretty gross when I got lumpy milk instead of my usually amazing Orgain breakfast. I wanted to do the subscribe and save, but cancelled it, until someone makes sure they know why it was curdled and can ensure it won't arrive in that condition.
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Our three dogs, 2 Cairn Terriers (5 & 4) and a 15+ year old border collie are proud of their Greenies. They like the taste and it helps keep their gums and teeth in good shape.
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Length:: 1:38 Mins skip the Pad Thai. go for this. edit: this soup has moved up to the #6 spot when I typed in Dr. McDougall today. I'm glad, because I want to order this for a while, and don't want this soup to be seen as unprofitable by Right Foods (Dr. McDougall).
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So glad to have found the Douwe Egberts Aroma Rood Coffee. First, I am a coffee addict, not just any coffee. A good aromatic, not bitter, delicious coffee. This one is so far the best I've found lately. I spent over 40 years working, managing and owning reataurants. The good old days had Continental Coffe, Weshlers, and one or two more, but, just like eveything else they were bought out and replaced with sub- standard products. The new kids on the block like Starbucks, and now even Dunkin Donuts, started out vey good but the quality has decreased as sales increase. The beans look old and dry upon opening the bags. I must try the other varieties by Douwe .
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I love this stuff! It has a more authentic taste than "Can Refried Beans" will buy again!!! Another 5 star from me!!
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I agree with Joe....this is ridiculous. Not like the other good buys on Amazon. You can buy it like he said for around $6.00 or less on sale so why would anyone pay this much on here. I don't drink it but felt a comment was needed here about the price.
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I had these at a restaurant, and was so happy to find them on Amazon! They are delicious and unique, and I have yet to meet a person that didn't like them.
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Cookies were all crumbled. After we payed a lot of money for them, I would suggest not to wast your money on these cookies.
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This brand of rice noodles is the most like wheat pasta. It is delicious, the texture is perfect, it doesn't get mushy when it's cooked. I really enjoyed it!
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These packets are bland and tasteless. There is nothing resembling a duck sauce flavor at all. A complete waste of money. I bought it through amazon.
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These are my Yorkipoo and Shih-Tzu's favorite treats! I've tried getting other brands of similar treats, but they don't compare to the quality of these Veggie Life Happy Hips Chicken & Banana treats. Even our Labrador loves them! It's a lot to order at one time (6 packs), but they're well sealed so they stay fresh.
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My daughter dips everything in ranch this way while away at college see can make her own.This is a funny surprise gift to take to school.She'll love it
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I loved the apricot and almond flavors, but a bit heavy on coconut. Enjoyable quick snack.
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My little girl loves these. They taste great, are much safer for her to chew than the fruit rolls for older children that stick to your teeth. Each bar is 1 serving of fruit; and they have no preservatives, artificial flavors, or artificial sweeteners. They are individually wrapped and great for packing in purse or diaper bag. I buy them in both flavors, and keep plenty on hand at all times.
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I ordered this for my husband. He likes it better than any other artificial sweetner for his coffee. It is easy to use and lasts a long time.
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I have never been a big fan of jelly beans...I am more of a giant chewy sweet tart person. At my last quilting group meeting, one of the ladies brought a bag of what I thought was jelly beans. She offered me one, I respectfully declined saying thanks but I really don't like jelly beans. She replied, along with a few of the other gals that "These aren't jelly beans, they're jelly belly beans!". So, I decided to try them. Now here I am on Amazon after purchasing this 4 lb. package of jelly belly beans, I priced them in several places, this is definitely the best price. I did wonder when I saw Kirkland Signature before the Jelly Belly Beans that they would not be the same ones; I needn't have worried as these taste exactly the same as the others I have had.
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I put these in my steel cut oatmeal, make a week's batch and I'm ready for the week. Of course, I have to hide the containers or someone else snacks on them! Very convenient packaging, great taste, and reasonably priced. I highly recommend them.
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This is a touch of home for our troops overseas who get tired of the military food and they can take it on missions. Price is great also.
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Made vino Italiano before and it's a little on the H2O side. Learning from a friend I came with an alternative. Made 5 gal. and added some frozen grape skins from a prior grape pressed. Usually I freeze a bunch and too my surprise it was great.
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this is a child hood candy that I used to buy. I have not had them in years. The candy was fresh and tasty when they arrived. I would purchase from this vendor again.
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The No Fear Super Energy Drink actually had a good fruity flavor and no bitter/gross after taste. I have tried several energy drinks that were hard to swallow and or left a horrible after taste and urge me not to purchase that kind again. It is a large 16oz. I could feel I was a little more energized shortly after drinking it, that stuck with me most the day.
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A very nice olive oil. Served me well in my cooking. It has a rather light flavor which I quite prefer. It also came packaged VERY well to avoid any mishaps during shipping.
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maybe they thought we wouldn't notice BUT the pumpkin seeds were the most nutritious part of this mix....whoever has removed them PLEASE put them back!!!!! thankyou...
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After reading the reviews, I ordered this extract. I now have 3 bottles of almond extract that has absolutely no taste whatsoever! While it does smell like almond extract in the bottle, there is no flavor at all when added to my recipes. I've tried using lots more than the required amounts and still nothing. I wouldn't recommend purchasing this item.
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If you love egg nog like I do, you will love this tea. I use stevia in it and a little half and half and it is wonderful. I am always looking for ways to satisfy my sweet tooth and this tea does just that.
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I just bottled this wine. It stated it was a full 6 gallons. In order to get 6 gallons, I needed to top off with better than a gallon of water. I thought that would dilute the wine too much, so I racked it into a 5 gallon carboy and proceeded from there. I did add oak chips during the fermenting process. The end result, this wine is great. When I asked my wife what she thought, she said this is going to be really big. I'll cellar it, but I don't think it will last long. I'd defintely do another one of these. Since I didn't get the full six gallons - therefore 4 stars.
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I got hooked on these when the Air Force sent me to Europe. It has taken years to find them!
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This collection does NOT include Kona which I was most looking forward to... The House Blend is Ok, the Italian is pretty good, but the Breakfast Blend is pretty weak in my opinion (admittedly though I am a dark roast coffee drinker).
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This stuff was so fun to use on a cake! I used it on an Elvis themed cake and it turned out great!
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This is a really cool product. For the first part you arn't paying a arm and a leg at the museums. It tastes pretty good. It is a wierd texture to explain. It is a chalky texture, but when it hits your mouth it gets creamy. Try to think its not cold frozen ice cream. its going to be like room temp. The only down side i see is the secondary wrapper inside. Its almost always broken or wripped. But, its nothing to ruin the product. Its sealed with the outside packaging. So i dont see why the other package is there. Unless its to help control the moisture.
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Saw a lot of people thought the flavor was weak. Well, it can be depending on what size cup is selected. If a full size coffee cup size is chosen the flavor can be weak. Select a smaller size for brewing and I think it works fine.
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As with anything, one cat's trash is another cat's treasure (or something like that). I have been experimenting with various canned and dry cat foods for my 2 cats (one is a 9 month old kitten and the other is a 3 year old). They're generally not picky eaters, but when I decided a few months ago to switch them from Purina Indoor Cat food and Purina One Kitten Chow to higher quality cat foods, I did a considerable amount of research. I started them off with Evo Turkey & Chicken food, which they seemed to love at first. At some point after I opened the second bag of Evo, they started to turn their noses up at meal time. Not only that, I also noticed what some other Evo reviewers have said: that their breath and poo were very stinky. My kitten loves to cuddle and my acute sense of smell just made that experience unbearable, to say nothing of litter duty. So onward to other options. I figured I'd try the other highly touted Wellness brand. Perhaps I should have predicted that they would hate this brand cat food since I had previously bought Wellness cat treats, which they will.not.eat. I mean, they don't refuse much, but they refuse those treats. But, since I wanted to stick with a high quality brand, I decided to try Wellness. My cats eat it, but only do so begrudgingly and it's clear they do not enjoy it. I have had to resort to mixing in canned food to make it more palatable until the bag is finished. Oh, and their breath is still nauseating -- a different kind than with Evo, but still very noticeable. I suppose it's just as well; I was planning to switch them to canned food eventually, which they love. The problem now is that I will have to start another hunt for the right canned food because I can't tell if the options I'm offering now are just being devoured because they actually like the flavor or if it's just better than the Wellness. Bottom line: as with any new pet foods, buy a small quantity before committing to it. Especially when you're paying a premium.
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THESE ARE, BY FAR, THE BEST BREAKFAST SAUSAGES I HAVE EVER EATEN! COSTLY, YES. BUT, REMEMBER YOU ARE DEALING WITH FRESHLY MADE SAUSAGE, NOT SUPERMARKET PROCESSED FROZEN SAUSAGE. ALL ESPOSITO SAUSAGES ARE FANTASTIC! TRY THEIR VARIETY OF ITALIAN SAUSAGES.
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Luv it, can't find anywhere in my hometown. I don't have enough left to make it til Christmas so I have notified my husband!!!! hope you will hear from him! amy
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I bought these bottles for my 4 month old daughter because they were one of the few BPA free choices at the time. In four months 8 of these bottles have cracked at the bottom! I thought at first it was a fluke or that I had overused a specific bottle, but 8 in 4 months is just unacceptable. This is a terrible product and I wouldn't recommend them to anyone.
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The chicken breast is part of my standard kitchen supply. Although it is not like just cooked chicken, it is a good product...free of fat...tasty with curry etc over couscous or rice...makes a decent chicken salad sandwich. I feel secure with it as part of my emergency supplies too...especially helpful when we were without power for 5 days last OCTober.
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I cannot detect any vanilla flavor at all in this tea, instead it tastes like cloves.
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I BOUGHT THIS COFFEE FOR MY BROTHER IN LAW AND HE LOVES IT. IT IS VERY REFRESHING COFFEE AND IT TASTE DELICIOUS.
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Urine will glob up the sifting clay litter and stick in the sifting holes. You have to bang the crap out of it to get it out, literally. I do have more than one cat and sift the pan daily, more than once if needed. But in the end it is not worth it. Go for the Breeze if you want a sifting box with NO SMELL!
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I ordered this tea after we sipped some in a great little restaurant, and I'm so glad I did. My husband and I both love it, and it's become an everyday beverage for us. Friends like it, too, and it's pretty to watch while steeping.
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I added this to my cart so I could reach the Free Shipping limit. The tea is weak, there is no orange taste to it. The tea bags are in individually wrapped large plastic envelopes, too much packaging.
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Folks, if you're looking for a soy sauce that'll knock your socks off, skip over the La Choy and Kikkoman stuff. I was introduced to Aloha Shoyu when I was stationed on Oahu for five years in the Navy. Nothing comes close to the flavor and quality, and if you're looking for a low sodium version, Aloha is no ka oi (the best). Mahalo and aloha!
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This Green Mountain Flavor Sampler is a great item to have on hand when you're entertaining a large group of friends. It also makes a nice host or hostess gift when visiting someone who has a Keurig coffee brewer. Of the four varieties included, three of them rank among my personal all-time favorite K-cups. Rain Forest Nut is a deliciously smooth medium blend with no bitter undertone whatsoever. The Wild Mountain Blueberry tastes exactly as you might imagine: full-bodied and sweet, with a satisfyingly tangy aftertaste. The Vanilla Caramel Creme makes a wonderful dessert coffee: it's rich, smooth, and has an appetizing aroma. I also enjoy the French Vanilla; it's just not as distinctive as the other three, and tends to be the least seldom chosen the coffee drinkers in my world. Another little tidbit about this Green Mountain Sampler: two of the flavors -- the Rain Forest Nut and the Wild Mountain Blueberry -- are Fair Trade Certified, which simply means that the coffee farmers who grew the beans were paid a living wage for their crops. I like that concept. It makes my morning cup of Joe just that much more pleasurable.
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Great seasoning for fish. I bake fish with this seasoning, add lemon juice, and wrap up in tin foil for a steaming effect.
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I've had this product for 6 or 7 months at this point and I use it for podcasting. I've used 3 different mics one was dynamic and the other two condenser. All three have worked just fine as if I had plugged them into a mixer or a PA system, no problems. I have also beaten the crap out of this thing, knocked it around way too much and left it on the floor at my desk where I record, no problems still runs fine and it's not showing any signs of stopping. This thing is also super easy, plug and record on any software including the free Audacity software, Garage Band, and Sony Acid (the three I've tested) One problem, that gain knob, while very useful, is super super touchy. I found a volume I liked and then taped it down, otherwise it'll jack up or down the gain with the slightest jostling. Doesn't make this a bad product, it just means have some tape handy and this is a quick and easy solution especially for podcasters who don't want to be limited to the USB microphones and don't want to shell out big money for a USB compatible mixer.
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The taste is very bad. Its very very oily and the bhindies are totally mashed and mixed with the curry. I could never finish one packet at a time.
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These bars by Pamela's Products are very good and are just right when you need a quick snack. They are very chewy and the selection of ingredients are combined as to not dominate the other. The coconut does leave an aftertaste. I was surprised how tasty these are considering they are gluten free. As one reviewer stated, they do stick to your teeth and it's good to have a drink handy to wash it down with. These are tastier and healthier than your typical cereal bar even if they are a bit higher in calories. Good product.
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First, I'd like to say I'm a soda enthusiast,and enjoy a variety of brands - store brand regular brand. It's not that I can't tell the difference. I like to. However, diet lemon-lime is not different, it's NASTY. It has an incredibly bitter aftertaste. I drink diet sodas all the time and nothing has a bite like this. I kept trying it thinking I would like it or I did something wrong, but it tasted nasty every time. Having said that, I think it's worthy to note that SodaStream makes a variety of flavors, some of which are unique and delicious. In addition, I have made some drinks with this base by mixing in some tastier flavors. As another review stated, SodaStream does NOT save money. But it is pretty fun.
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OK, so I sit in the Dawg Pound for NFL games and firmly believe that the Uga dynasty is the best mascot tradition in major college athletics, but my fandom ends at barking at officials and not demonstrating special mettle by munching on snacks designed for "man's best friend." Earlier today, I put the treats to a taste test with a pair of dogs that run every morning with their owner....and they ate the biscuits with aplomb. The back of the package has a complete nutritional analysis, but the "Newman's Own" name means top quality in every product. Nell Newman continues to do an oustanding job in continuing and expanding the company's vision. And that the good news can be shared with pets simply makes it even more enjoyable.
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This is my favorite packaged dinner. It is the most flavorful. Most packaged dinners or sides are bland or just salty. Tangy is in the name and describes the taste.
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Son and I like strong coffee even when drinking decaf. This one is full bodied and substantial. So much better than most decaf coffees.
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I love the Senseo coffe. I have had my coffee maker for 2 years and the Senseo dark is my favorite. I cannot even think of drinking drip coffee anymore.
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I owned a natural foods store for many years, and these cookies were one of our best sellers. Everybody loves them. They are wholesome, stay crisp, and are great "car cookies" for road trips... because they don't get stale, and don't crumble all over the car.
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My cats wouldn't touch it even though they love several other flavors from Waruva. This one seems to be all fish jelly, bones and skin and i don't blame them! It's plain nasty.
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I guess there are lots of uses for hempseed oil. I use it for the hair, just to keep it down so my hair doesn't look odd with parts sticking up. That's all I use it for, and it works in a cost effective way. It smells earthly like ground flax seeds and just like flax it has hint of fish in the smell. That sounds a lot worse than the reality, but just sayin'. The smell is not strong at all, unlike many other products. I recommend this product for men's hair.
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We enjoy thick soups. The Bob's Red Mill Whole Grains and Beans Soup Mix takes thick a bit too far. I followed the instructions carefully, but the end result required diluting. When refrigerated, it congealed completely. I added water and microwaved, and the result was fine. I would prefer not to have to go through that process of continued diluting.
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Far better than the aggressively mundane flavor of the Peanut Butter and Banana `monkey bar', these Strawberry Vanilla bars at least have a pleasant and refreshing flavor. The lightness of the flavor is delicate but I will admit that it isn't anything special. I am still left a little iffy on these bars. The frosted coating on the underbelly is nice and sweet, and the nuttiness of the bar itself has more depth than a standard health bar, that can come off tasting like cardboard, but I still want something more. I don't know, maybe my expectations are unrealistically high, but when you call yourself a Monkey Bar and have that playful critter on the cover of your box you'd think that maybe you could have a little bit more fun with your flavors.
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Darjeeling Tea is a black tea from the Darjeeling region of the Indian state of West Bengal in the lower Himalayas. This is my favorite black tea. Tazo's is exactly what one should expect from a bagged Darjeeling tea. I won't bother to elaborate on the qualities of Darjeeling with adjectives such as "floral"--you can probably get all the subjective descriptions you need from Google. I pretty much will assume you know what Darjeeling tastes like (your local tea & coffee house should carry Darjeeling if you haven't tried it). If you want a good quality bagged Darjeeling this fits the bill. So too do several others (ie St. Dalfour).
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I like all of the flavors except the Dark Magic. I'm good with strong coffee, but that one just has a not-so-pleasant flavor. I may buy this again and just give the Dark Magic cups to friends.
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I've commented on the Vino Italiano Motepulciano kit, and this review will have some of the similar info. I really like the Italian reds, and the Valpolicella the best of them (I am currently racking my 4th batch of the Valpolicella). If you make the kit by following the instructions, it will turn out dry. I drink dry, but my preference is for a wine to be slightly dry, so I make modifications to the program. I have just started my 15th kit so my experience level is getting up there. I've done kits from a couple of other companies; Wine Expert, and Vino Vida. I've bought kits from other online companies, from a local brew hut, and from Amazon. I'll continue to buy these kits so long as they are selling them at this value. You cannot beat the Vino Italiano Kits. They are complete with everything, delivered to your door with free shipping, and they make a really good wine. Let me back up and say first that a wine I like may not be good to someone else. We each have our own preferences. I've had many a wine served up at restaurants with price ranges of [...] to [...] a bottle. And the wine I am making now I like better than pretty much anything I've tasted from the restaurant, or the store. I have tried the Valpolicella, Shiraz, Reisling and the Montepulciano from Vino Italiano. I have made a couple merlots, some white zinfandels also, but from other companies. I prefer the reds, and made the others because my kids requested. I'll typically, but not always, spike the kit with additional sugar to up the alcohol content slightly. If you follow the instructions, the initial specific gravity comes out around 1.080-1.084. By adding a couple pounds of sugar in the form of corn syrup or simple syrup, you get to around 1.09 or better. That usually will give a final ABV of 11.5 - 12%. Other things that I do outside of the kit instructions include adding 1 cup of black oak chips, 1-2 tbsp of vanilla extract, and a lb or two of some black cherries, blue berries or black berries (found in the frozen foods section at the store). Lastly, I like my wine not so dry, so I'll back sweeten just as I am bottling. Again using corn syrup and usually between 8 - 16 oz per 6 gallons. To me the corn syrup seems to be better than simple syrup, but that's just my preference. I love the stuff. Currently my production is having a hard time keeping up with my consumption. Cheers. Dec 31, 2010 Update!!! We opened several bottles of the Valpolicella over the holidays. This is from wine that I made in March 2010. With every batch, I retain 2 - 5 bottles and let age somewhat. Usually I drink the rest, beginning immediately after bottling. The wine is pretty good, even though it is pretty young. Let me state for the record, this is my preference and everyone's taste is different. Make/drink what you like, and don't let anyone tell you its wrong... The Valpolicella that we drank over the holidays had aged about 9 months, and I must say, it was very good. The aging had made a good wine even better. For the most part, I followed the instructions included in the kit with some additions. In this batch, I had added 2 lbs of corn syrup and about 1 1/2 cups of black oak chips to the kit at the start of the fermentation process. The alcohol content, after 2 weeks of fermentation, calculated to be around 14.7%. A little high, and no doubt due to the added corn syrup. I racked the wine, clarified and aged it another 4 weeks before bottling. And when I bottled the wine, I back-sweetened with another 1 lb of corn syrup and added some potassium metabisulfite (1/4 tsp dissolved in 1/2 cup of water to preserve and prevent after-fermentation). This wine has received the most compliments from family and friends. I just ordered 2 more kits and will try to replicate the recipe (I keep a wine log of every batch so as to capture the important points of the good, and the bad!). I hope this helps with your wine making and you enjoy the fruits of the vine as much as I do... Cheers. Sam May 2012 Update!!! I have made a couple of changes to the recipe that have been an improvement. First, I included the recommendation from another review that said to make the kit to only 5 gallons instead of the 6 gallons that the recipe calls for. Sure, you get 4 less bottles of wine. But, this improves the fullness of the wine and its finish. Secondly, I boil 2 - 4 ounces of dark oak chips in a quart of water for 5 minutes. This is then added to the juice and then diluted to the 5 gallon level. Be sure to let the whole solution cool to 70 - 75 deg F before the yeast is added. Add the oak chips and all the liquid! This really improves the flavor, adding a powerful oak flavor that smooths the final wine and improves its overall taste. I have incorporated both these steps into all the Vino Italiano wine kits.
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These eggs are soo good i think im addicted they are so yummy and i cant eat just one i was very satisfied with this product and it was shipped to me so quick said it would take a week only took 3 DAYS!!! im very pleased and will always buy my goodies from this seller.
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I was hesitant about these chocolate covered almonds thinking it's just a gimic. I can say I am hooked ! The chocolate gives the nuts a little something unexpected and extra. I found myself eating a handful the first time. I am not a huge fan of almonds but these are absolutely delicious. They are not really sweet but the dark chocolate give a hint of sweetness and richness that i think plain almonds lack. They are addictive. It's a good thing almonds are good for you !! I would highly recommend these as a snack. I also really like the twist lid. It makes it so convienent to grab a handful. yes, these almonds are the perfect snack !
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We've brought various brands of dachshund food and our little guy always seems to prefer Royal Canin. Plus his coat is shiny and his weight is perfect so I really recommend this brand.
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Jack is a 3.5 year old papillon. He enjoys chewing. I found this product years ago and he still enjoys it today. It's pet friendly and entertains him for the time he takes to chew. Recommended for any canine that enjoys exercising his jaws!
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This Vanilla Bean Paste is amazing, I substitute this almost everywhere that Vanilla Extract is called for. It has an Extract/Whole Bean conversion guide on the bottle. The depth of flavor is outstanding, and I find that it leaves no alkaline taste in food. I just wish that Nielsen-Massey would make their Tahitian and Mexican Vanilla varieties in a paste as well.
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Start your mornings out right with this gluten-free warm cereal. Rice milk works especially well to mix with this product.
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I just found this stuff and have been giving it to my 2 year old who isn't the best eater. We had no problem switching from the regular pediasure to this. I read the last review and have had no issue at all like he explained with his child. My son has never thrown up on it or been sick. I'm just glad to give him something more natural that doesn't contain all those unnecessary ingredients.
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I was very excited win my shipment of coffee arrived. I had heard mixed reviews. My coffee came with many different flavers. Some flavors had 2 coffees, some had only one. I was very pleased and will order again. Also my delivery came very quickly with standard delivery. Amazon verified purchase.
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These David's Signature Beyond Gourmet "Vanilla Bean" jelly beans have a very natural vanilla flavor and are one of my favorites. These are also excellent when paired with David's Signature Beyond Gourmet Root Beer Jelly Beans. This flavor is from David Klein, the creator of the famous "Jelly Belly" jelly beans, so I was thrilled to be offered this in David's Signature Beyond Gourmet Jelly Beans Flavor Sampler to review since my family loves jelly beans. I also really like that these jelly beans are made with natural flavors and colors. Highly Recommended! CFH
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I grew up on Alpen and it is still my favorite cereal after 30+ years of enjoying it! It is very difficult to find so I am very happy that Amazon is selling it. Alpen has a light sweet flavor to it and a wonderful consistency. The almonds and raisins are not overbearing (I normally don't like either in anything, but for some reason they are great in Alpen!). I highly recommend this cereal. Add fresh fruit for added tastiness.
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We used our bug off, 60 x 80, all last spring and summer and intend to begin using it again this year. It fits our double doors very well both side to side and height. It is easy to go in and out and the snap closure works instantly. Our dogs easily learned to go in and out so, if you need to keep a dog inside this wouldn't work for you (unless your dog is very well trained and can learn that he is not allowed to go through the screen). The screen opens up our outdoors to us with plenty of filtered light and breeze. would recommend it to anyone.
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I was looking all over for a variety pack of breakfast pastries and I stumbled upon this box and decided to take a chance. I am glad I did! Each pastry was fantastic. Plus it was really fresh and because of the way it's packaged nothing was squished. I think my favorite was the Honey Buns!
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Not the best nor the worst. In the middle of the road. Slightly bitter finish. Bold brew smell but flavor is somewhat lacking.
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The first of these I had was wonderful. I got renewed energy and it helped me get through the rest of the day. I've drank most of the rest of these and generally it gives me a bit of energy and does help me get through the day, but not like that first time. There is one other time I did get the same blast as the first time. Maybe it has to do with how much I've eaten before drinking this? The best thing about this, though, is there's no drugged feeling. And I sleep well the night after I take this. All-in-all, it's been a good boost for me, though. I'd definitely recommend it to someone like me who gets very tired in the afternoons and needs a boost of energy. I do like the berry flavor of the caffeinated version better than the citrus flavor this comes in. But I haven't found the decaf version in anything other than citrus flavor.
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Very fast and good experience. Will do business with again. This is the best salt. I use them on my Corona's ALL the time.
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This is the best quick mix tea on the market! I always purchase in bulk every several months. Terrific when on the road or at work.
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Before I was educated about feline nutrition, I allowed my cats to become addicted to dry cat food. I always offered both canned and dry, but wish I would have fed them premium quality canned food and limited dry food. I have two 15 year old cats and two 5 year old cats. The only good quality dry foods they will eat are Wellness and Innova. Innova's manufacturer was recently purchased by Procter&Gamble. I began looking for a replacement. After once again offering several samples (from my local holistic pet store) Holistic Select was the only one (other than the usual Wellness and Innova) they would eat. For finicky cats, I recommend trying Holistic Select. It is a good quality food that is very palatable for finicky eaters.
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For those looking for a non-flavoured water beverage and one with a neutral taste that doesn't have plastic-y aftertaste, this one's for you. Also, traditional tap water is slightly more acidic (I believe pH 7-8). Essentia's is supposed at 9.5 pH, so if you're very sensitive to acidic products, this might help you out.
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Both of my 16-lb Lhasa Apsos love these busy bone treats. I will say, it's not really a bone; it's more like a "hard" treat. My dogs enjoy this special treat once every two weeks, and they seem to last through several days of chewing!
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There is no way anyone could tell you that these were gluten free. I have served these at many a party. All loved them.
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I ordered these as party to place in a treasure chest party favor box. They worked out perfectly and were exactly what I expected they would be - ring pops! The kids loved them. PS- I know some people posed they were concerned about breakage during shipping but all of mine arrived unbroken.
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My dog loves these treats. If your dog doesn't like them, why would you offer them? Hills is a great product.
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This macaroni and cheese is the only kind that both the adults and the kids in our family enjoy. It has a slightly sharp cheddar flavor that makes it taste so much better than the "processed cheese food" types. Our whole family swears by Annie's Homegrown Deluxe Shells & Real Aged Wisconsin Cheddar and it is much cheaper buying them here than one at a time at the grocery store.
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I used to be a fan of original brewed Starbucks, then got used to Pikes. I developed a preference for Casi Cielo / French Pressed at home. When Via came on the market, I was excited because I love Starbucks, but it's such a hassle to fit in the time to find an outlet/get there/ stand in line, etc when traveling. And then came Via Columbia. I have been transported to a heavenly world of flavor, instant availability even when traveling and a reasonable price besides! Thank you, Starbucks, for this amazing and delightful coffee....far and away the most incredibly delicious thing I put in my mouth each day!
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The strawberry, mint chocolate and chocolate are my favorites in this bunch. The chocolate peanut butter has NO peanut butter flavor whatsoever. I had to keep looking at the container to make sure it wasn't just plain chocolate. That was weird. LOL By the reviews, I am scared to try the cookies and cream and coffee. I didn't care for the maple vanilla or the pumpkin spice. It's expensive and it's not sold near me in Shreveport, LA. :0[ I will purchase again but not real often due to the price. AND I will be more select in the flavors I purchase... As I said... My top flavors are listed in my first sentence. :0)
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These are great oats! The flakes are whole and make a good consistency oatmeal with great flavor. Many store-bought "old fashioned" make a mush that is more similar to cream of wheat with a non-descript starchy flavor. And the quick cooking are worse. The oats arrived quickly. Lots and lots of meals in a bag! Highly recommended.
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I don't what is up with the picture but what I received was a 2 lb. bag of the black instant pearls. It was exactly what I wanted and cooked without problem. I've been trying it out on different Thai deserts without much success though because the instant kind of tapioca doesn't soak up juices as well as hoped.