ULTHMOK Natural Gynostemma Tea-Jiaogulan Tea 8 Oz, Reseable Bag.100% Natural Dried Loose Leaf Tea,No Addictive.

I heard about this tea from a homesteader who grows it in the Appalachian Mountains. He visited China in the Peace Corp and traveled to areas where they drank this tea. Studies showed high amounts of people living to 100 in these areas so they nicknamed it the "Tea of Immortality." The packaging says "it's called southern Ginseng Tea in China. With a name like that, I had to try it. After some research, I found it has a lot of health benefits! Ginseng tea has many health benefits so Ginseng tea could be similar. It's like a strong green tea but very drinkable. I was expecting something much more bitter, but that's if you steep it too long I could see it turning bitter. I hope this review helps. Just remember locals call it the "Tea of Immortality", I think its worth it.

I was surprised. The tea was of the quality that I would expect from a respected online tea dealer. The price per pound is very reasonable and in line with bulk tea prices, even cheaper than some merchants. I was hesitant to buy after reading the reviews. One review said the tea was bitter. I think the user did not know how to prepare green tea. Green tea is not like black tea and many herbal teas. DO NOT USE BOILING WATER. Green tea should be steeped at 170 degrees Fahrenheit or 76 degrees Celsius - no higher - for only 3 minutes - no longer. Going higher or longer will cause the tea to be bitter. Professional tea salespersons will tell you that you can 'burn' the tea and make it better if you do not follow those directions. You can 'reuse' the tea as the page suggests, but it will not taste as good. If you make it properly, it is a good tea.

A little goes a long way! I enjoy this tea immensely; although I don't drink it every day, it's my go-to tea when I need a boost. I tamper with the taste with a bit of honey and lemon because, on its own, it can be bitter, especially if you overdo it. It will take a few tries to get it to your perfect taste. I keep in in the fridge as recommended and I feel its a good value for the money.

The leaf looks ok. However, when I grab some for using, I can feel the dust or sand among the leaves. After boiling water was added, upper layer became muddy immediately. It was not a clear tea, just mud soup. I won't buy it again.

Not my cup of tea personally. The product quality is fine. Good amount for the price. I don’t care the taste of it. It’s sweet and a bit weird. Some might like it. I only ordered after I saw a things about a guy in mountains and it prolonged life.