Overall Score
91/100
Award Issued
PLATINUM Medal
Product Brand
Soalheiro
Product Name
Herbal Tea
Product Flavor
Chocolate Mint
Country
Portugal
Our French sensory collective comments
The jury's evaluation of the Soalheiro Herbal Tea (Chocolate Mint) highlights a well-rounded sensory experience that is both distinctive and refreshing. With its inviting aroma, clear appearance, and balanced blend of chocolate and mint flavors, this tea stands out for its refined taste profile and lingering aftertaste, making it a product worth revisiting.
Product description
Mentha x piperita f. citrate, commonly known as Chocolate Mint is a cross between water and spearmint, closely related to orange mint. Like other members of the mint family, it is grown all over the world and is popular for its culinary uses and health benefits.
Soalheiro taste description
This member of the mint family is fresh with invigorating menthol aromas and flavours. Chocolate Mint has the subtle sweetness of our Spearmint but with an extra chocolatey kick. Infusions of this herb have subtle notes of cocoa and vanilla, with a palate-cleansing mint finish.
Our F.L.A.V.O.R results
FORM
Visually, the tea exhibits a clean, clear, and shiny appearance, bearing the pale yellow color characteristic of white and some green teas. Its clarity, free from cloudiness or haze, suggests careful preparation and high-quality ingredients.
81/100
LINGER
The aftertaste lingers for a medium duration - present but not overstaying its welcome. Despite its relatively short stay on the palate, it manages to leave a notable, somewhat distinctive impression, with the hint of mint chocolate lingering pleasantly.
76/100
AROMA
The Herbal Tea (Chocolate Mint) by Soalheiro presents a robust aroma that is both inviting and comforting. The olfactory experience is defined by the unmistakable scent of dark chocolate mingling with refreshing mint, creating an aroma profile that is strong yet pleasingly unobtrusive.
72/100
VITALITY
The taste profile of the Soalheiro Herbal Tea is subtly sweet and mellow in acidity. Its flavor depth is layered, with noticeable interaction between the chocolate and mint flavors, which are well-blended and complement each other seamlessly. Despite its complexity, the flavor strength is distinct without being overpowering, providing a balanced and not overly sweet or minty taste experience.
87/100
OVERALL TEXTURE
On the palate, this herbal brew delivers a very light body weight, almost bordering on watery. Its mouthfeel is airy and delicate, a testament to its gentle extraction process that allows for a refined drinking experience.
82/100
REFINEMENT
Overall, the Soalheiro Herbal Tea (Chocolate Mint) provides a well-rounded, sensory experience. While it may not be as rich or full-bodied as others in its category, its distinctive aroma, clear appearance, light texture, and well-blended chocolate and mint flavors create a drink that stands apart from its peers. Its unique balance of flavors coupled with its refreshing aftertaste makes it a product that many would be eager to experience again.
74/100