Reviews for Republic Chai® Red Full-Leaf Tea
September 28, 2025
So good!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Delish!!! It’s as good as a black tea chai.

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September 25, 2025
Not my favorite
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

The tea was a little too spicy for me. I will try to make it less spicy but has a good chai flavor.

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August 26, 2025
red chai
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

this is a favorite repeat purchase. I have found red bush/rooibos teas to have lots of flavor.

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August 05, 2025
Well balanced and devine
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This is my go-to non-caffeine tea - well balanced spices and devine with a splash of milk of your choice

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July 27, 2025
SPICY ROOIBOS is a must try!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

If you like ROOIBOS tea, this is a MUST try! You get the spicy kick blended with the delicious ROOIBOS for a wonderful flavorful tea. I make this for iced tea as well, it's great!

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May 07, 2025
Spice foward!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I like how the mellow flavor of the rooibos lets the taste of the spices shine.

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April 27, 2025
All the spice without the caffeine
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I've been drinking this tea for years! Delicious.

from Florida
April 22, 2025
Overpowering
This shopper rated the product 2 out of 5 stars

I bought this a few weeks ago. I am not a fan of the loose leaf which I bought in error. I like the bags better. I did like the flavor but it was way overpowering. I guess I'll save it for my visitors.

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March 23, 2025
Fantastic
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

So good in general but especially for bring decaf. I drink so much of this.

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May 03, 2024
A Good Cup
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Good tea to drink.

Kay from KS
April 09, 2024
not a favorite
This shopper rated the product 3 out of 5 stars

I bought this a while ago thinking that was what chai tasted like, but it never tasted like at the coffee/tea shops. I really struggled to finish the canister. Then I tried the Republic Chai and found what I'd been looking for! I'm not sure what it was about the red chai I didn't like, but the Republic Chai is much better!

from San Jose, CA
March 19, 2024
Warm and comforting
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I have decreased my caffeine intake and this tea gives me the illusion of a pick me up due to the spicy flavor. Nice having a replacement for my chai lattes

from Michigan
September 23, 2023
Yummy chai
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Very good flavor.

from Nebraska
August 16, 2023
Love this tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Delicious tea with lots of flavor

from Newport Beach, CA
July 08, 2023
Great tasting TEA
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Spicy, tasty tea- one of my favorites!

from New Hanovdr, PA
February 16, 2023
A little heavy on the black pepper
This shopper rated the product 3 out of 5 stars

The tea was good, but a little too heavy handed with the black pepper notes. A bit spicy on the back of the tongue.

from Milford, MA
January 20, 2023
Full of flavor
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Spicy, tasty, exciting flavor

from Chico, ca
December 24, 2022
Warm and spicy
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This tea is great. It has a gentle warmth that is great hot. Try it chilled - it is refreshing. I enjoy it both ways with a splash of milk and honey.

from Minnesota
December 22, 2022
Tasty and low caffeine
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This was my first time purchasing rooibos chai from the Republic of Tea; I love that it's loose leaf!

from Omaha, NE
November 26, 2022
Like the black tea chai, but better!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I love it! The rooibos adds a different depth of flavor, and it's a wonderful evening tea.

from Indianapolis, IN
November 18, 2022
First time using loose leaf.
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I have purchased this in single serve and loved it. Recently purchased the loose leaf and I love it. I make it a bit stronger, which I love. I add a bit of honey and sometimes a creamer. I enjoy this tea.

from Oregon
June 30, 2022
Live these red teas!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Loyal sipper for years and years!

from Colville, WA
June 11, 2020
SPICY
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

VERY spicy! But, still good. Works best as a concentrate that you can use for your chai lattes.

from TX
January 28, 2018
Tasty
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Really enjoyed this tea. Love Rooibus and this has exceptional flavor.

from VA
October 24, 2017
Rooibos Chai Tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I love this tea! I love chai teas, but I'm extremely sensitive to caffeine, so if I drink something containing caffeine early in the day, I won't be getting any sleep that night. Imagine my surprise when I rooibos tea! Now I can enjoy chai tea anytime of day and night! It's really smooth, not bitter, and I actually find it calms me down a little bit.

from FL
February 28, 2015
Not so spicy
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

I had purchased this tea because I read others writing about the strong spice flavor of this tea. After having drank it 4 times already (steeped to perfection) I can say that this isn't the case. The spice is rather light, and in no way overpowers the rooibos flavor. If you like a heavy Chai flavor, this isn't necessarily for you.

from NY
July 20, 2014
taste with no caffeine and no sugar
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Love this tea cold! It has taste and no sugar -- save the calories for something else, and no caffeine -- can drink it anytime of day.

from WA
April 04, 2014
Great Tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I was so excited to find a chai tea that was caffeine-free - this one doesn't disappoint!

from TX
April 03, 2014
Tasty spice tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I am well pleased with the flavor of this delightful tea. I particularly pleased with the fact that when fully brewed, there is no need to add sugar or honey for sweetness.

from TX
December 18, 2013
Excellent flavor/spice heat combo
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I was looking for a late night tea when I am craving a cup of tea, but want no caffeine. I thought I would try a chai, and was surprised at how absolutely wonderful the flavor of it is. There is also a small amount of "heat" to it, due to the pepper, but it is exactly right for me. This has become my very favorite tea. I ordered my second tin of loose leaf, and three other tins as Christmas gifts for my tea-loving sister-in-law and daughter-in-laws.

from OR
September 14, 2012
Not my cuppa
This shopper rated the product 3 out of 5 stars

I agree with the other reviewer who said it was a bit too spicy - not sure what it was that I didn't like (nutmeg? cardamom?) but I'm glad I only sprang for a trial size. The can is cute, though.

from CT
August 31, 2012
Yummy and Spicy
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

Yummy and spicy. Great with a bit of rock sugar and almond milk. VERY peppery so if you don't like that kind of spice, try the Rainforest Tea-it's very similar but lacks the zing.

from NJ
August 23, 2012
Great Partner
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This is a great partner to the Merchant's Green Chai. I mix two parts green chai to one part red chai, and it is delicious!!

from KS
April 17, 2012
a little much at first, but good till the end
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

My friend got this for me for my birthday along with a tea press mug, and at first I didn't know how to use it, or drink it. I like tea, but I don't like coffee. Something just doesn't taste as good about coffee. But when I tried this, it was shocking how powerful it was! It is spicy, but it is not intollerable. The flavor is amazing when brewed at about 7-8 minutes. I have gotten used to it within the last day or so, and I now LOVE it. It is very relaxing and I for a girl who likes spice, but also love sweetness, drinking this hot any time of the day hits the spot! WONDERFUL! :D

from US
January 25, 2012
Good but VERY spicy
This shopper rated the product 3 out of 5 stars

Good flavor but very very spicy, almost too spicy, leaving a slow burn like after taste in my mouth and stomach...thank goodness they offer the trial tester size, if unsure this size is your best bet!!

from CA
January 23, 2012
nice aroma and flavor
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

nice robust flavor right to the end

from WA
January 15, 2012
One of the best chai teas
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

One of the best chai teas I've tasted. I'm hooked. I switch to this one in the evenings and drink the black chai through the first 1/2 of the day. Great flavor.

from TX