Brew and ice this tea for a delicious glass of juice! Strawberry sweetness bursts through the cup, great for a berry beverage
ONE OF MY FAVORITE
I can't get over the taste of this one, it's very similar to cough syrup and I really wanted to like it
I drink rooibos tea almost every day and I'm always on the lookout for a new version of it. And there it was, Strawberry Shortcake. Besides rooibos, I do love strawberries so I was happy to see it being offered by the Republic. It's a good blend of rooisbos and strawberry flavors. I recommend it and I will definitely be ordering it again.
Republic of tea is so good. Their teas are excellent
One of my new favorites. Hits the spot when you really want a sweet dessert but don't want the added sugar. A little light on the taste so I did end up over-steeping for a deeper flavor but I didn't mind.
This is my enduring favorite republic tea! So perfect and sweet, a great treat.
I enjoy this tea, but feel it is not as fruity as the Mom's Strawberry tea. It is delicious and helps me to satisfy my sweet tooth, without adding sugar.
If you’re looking for an excellent dessert tea with a smooth, strawberry flavor, this is it! It has a subtle sweetness that I thoroughly enjoy.
This tea is really good for if you want a sweet treat without the guilt. I will say, however, I wish it was stronger. I use 3 tea bags and I let it seep for almost 10 minutes, and it still isn't as strong as I'd like it to be. I do try to enhance the flavor with some Stevia and milk; which works to an extent, but still doesn't give it what I would like. The flavor is still quite delicious though, and I LOVE the smell of it.
I’m happy to have found another flavor of your teas that actually tastes good to me! My taste buds have been affected by COVID four years ago and I’m not holding out hope any longer that they will return. I’m glad to have found this flavor to enjoy.
It’s so sweet and creamy, really good for summer!
‘Strawberry shortcake’ is a wonderful addition to my dessert, tea collection! With delicious red rooibos and hibiscus, this strawberry tea is overflowing with sweet strawberry goodness! If I didn’t know better, I would think there were fresh strawberries floating in my cup!
I have a heart condition so I can't have black or green tea. Nor can I have it with milk and sugar. I'm tasting the tea as-is. So I'm really very strict on how I'm rating the herbal teas I'm purchasing. This tea is good but I was expecting it to taste like I'm drinking strawberry shortcake. It just doesn't live up to its name.
One of the best fruit-flavored teas you can find and no caffeine if you need to track that. Dessert in a cup, give it a try!
I love the taste of strawberry, it’s like eating a cookie!
Delicious!
ROT Sent me a sample of this tea and I am so grateful they did! This tea tastes and smells just like a slice of cake without the calories. It’s great for people who can’t have sugar (like me) but love sweets. A must try. It’s even good as it cools down.
Ordered this tea as part of a gift for my friend. Smells amazing and looking forward to drinking it in the future.
My mother loved it for Christmas and will be buying more.
I don't usually like rooibos but love strawberries and strawberry flavored things so I gave this tea a try. I like that I can't taste the tang of the rooibos in this tea, it has a very gentle flavor that is easily overpowered when paired with a dessert. I like to drink this tea solo in the evening as a little treat so it doesn't get covered up by the strong flavors of desserts or food. It's relaxing, smells great, and very tasty.
This tastes just like Strawberry cake and would recommend for someone who wants to stay low on calories and still want to get a satisfaction of having a dessert. Tastes great when chilled as well!
This is currently my favourite tea! I hosted a Jane Austen-themed tea party for her birthday in December, and this tea was a huge hit with a little sugar and milk.
This tea taste primarily like a strawberry rooibus tea to me. I enjoy it, although I wish there was a little more tartness or more natural strawberry flavor
I really did not like it, but thought, "Oh well. I bought it, so I'll finish it." I realized it might not be so bad mixed with something else. I brewed a bag of it along with White Jasmine. That makes for a really nice beverage!
Tastes and smells like a strawberry swisher. Pretty good with a runtz L
Got this tea as a Christmas gift for my sister and fam. They loved it! It smells AMAZING - like real strawberry shortcake!
A great desserty-type tea...or anytime you need a sweet something. Slightly sweet with a hint of strawberry. I live it with frothed milk. Delucious!!
I love this tea in the springtime, especially. But it's such a great after dinner tea anytime, really. Just slightly sweet.
Taste like strawberry liqueur. A Summer after dinner treat. A am a fan for life.
This tea smelled amazing when I opened the tin and when it was brewing, but I felt like I needed to add sweetener to make it the dessert experience I think it's supposed to be. Then it just tasted too "fake". I've tried it slightly differently three times and I think it's just not for me. I'm rather bummed that I used my Tea Leaf Rewards on it and don't enjoy it.
This was a pretty good cup of tea. It was worth trying, and while I found it enjoyable, I can not say it was among my favorites. I am glad to have tried it, but will be sticking with other teas. If you love strawberry and "desert teas" (although in my opinion, a little artificial tasting), give it a try.
Got this as a sample and will have to order a tin. Very delicious.
I received a sample of this tea and was excited to try it! I wish I could describe the flavor, but it wasn't good at all. It actually tasted wrong/bad. With so many positive reviews, I wonder if I got a bad sample!
I HAVE AT LEAST 26 TEAS IN MY CABINET AT ALL TIMES BUT I PREFER ROOBIOS TEAS ONLY..NO CAFFEINE
First a bit of context: My Dad was a pipe smoker and enjoyed the less common blends some of which were exquisite. One particular flavour was called "Raven's Blend" and it smelled absolutely wonderful. When I first got the sample of this tea the first taste reminded me of the aroma of that tobacco. I am a non-smoker and usually am repelled by all such aromas but to get a hint of my old Dad's pipe made me smile. I might have just written the worst review but if something has ever reminded you of a loved one whose passed, like a grandmother's lilac perfume or an uncle's mint and lime beard oil that makes you nostalgic and a bit weepy then this is mine. My sisters both started to tear up when I gave them this tea. It is now one of my go-to flavours.
I usually add a small bow, though. My freinds do not like caffeine, and there are many delightful teas which do not have caffeine. I love this one, but my daughter says it smells like Kool-aid, not so great.
We love this tea because it is caffeine free and is beautifully packaged. It's as good as it sounds! We use it as a treat tea in between our elderberry, stress relief, digestion, and immune teas. :)
Ok! Warning! This tea in my opinion does not have strawberries in it! It is a lightly flavored and scented tea, but I don't think it taste like its name. It does smell pretty good but don't expect it to have a strong strawberry flavor that you're used to when you get the actual cake.
This is delicious.....perfect for after dinner, or really any time of day because it's caffeine free. This tea tastes just like its name. So good!! I always end my day with Strawberry Shortcake.
I received a sample of this with another order and absolutely loved it, so I placed an order for a tin of this. It's really a delicious flavor! My daily tea is usually Double Matcha, but I have been drinking the Strawberry Shortcake for a sweet treat. Bonus ~ it cuts your sweets craving. Great dessert or High Tea tea.
This is a yummy, fruity desert in a cup! The strawberry flavor really shines through above & beyond the rooibos base. It's slightly tart but more obviously sweet. I'd go so far as to say that this is best bagged strawberry tea that I've ever had.
I have found this tea delightful hot or cold; particularly enjoying it iced during the summer. Try it! You'll love it!
I love this, have already purchased it twice. So subtly sweet and enjoyable as a caffeine-free afternoon tea. The strawberry flavor is subtle, as I say--no artificial flavor.
I didn't think I'd like a strawberry tea but tried the sample and liked it. More of a mild fruity flavor, the strawberry does not stand out to me. I just wish the price was lower comparable to the other teas.
You can really taste the strawberries! This tea is amazing before bed or anytime of day. Stir in some honey and pair with a pastry of your choosing for the perfect tea time snack!
Got this as a sample and it didn't taste like much at all. there was an aftertaste of strawberry but it's very faint.
1st time for this flavor. A nice change for summer with creamer, iced! Delish!!!,
This is a little different from my usual selections, but I received this flavor as a free sample with a purchase so I gave it a try. First, I'd like to say the samples I got were great -- I'm not sure if it's coincidence or if they were selected on purpose, but my purchase was exclusively herbal tea and the samples were as well. I'm trying to avoid caffeine so I appreciate samples I can actually try. While the strawberry does smell a bit artificial, it still made my mouth water (literally) when I opened the packet. This is a nice tea and I'm glad I had a chance to try it!
I love the flavor of this sweet tea as an alternative to eating dessert in the evening. The aroma is amazing.
This is a new tea for me. I received a sample with a previous tea order and just had to have more of it. It smells wonderful and very good flavor for either a hot drink or iced
Hitting the stash of variety jars I have to soothe my throat and really wanted to try this one. I got excited thinking how I have my first strawberry growing in my garden and this would help me resist the urge to pluck it early and eat it. When I got to sip it i was pretty disappointed. The rooibos is too prominent. I'm just not a fan. Not to mention the zero strawberry flavor. Hopefully i find a rooibos i do like but i have to keep looking.
Once again I'm irritated that these tea bags only brew a flavorful 6 ounce "cup" but it does have a wonderful strawberry cake flavor, imo a more natural strawberry flavor than the chocolate strawberry
While the strawberry flavor is a bit artificial, this is a nice dessert tea. Not as good as the lemon, but still enjoyable.
R of T's delightful dessert tea is a light and luscious rendition of the favorite summer treat featuring the classic combo of sweet strawberries and rich, buttery cake sinfully-smothered in whipped cream. Exquisitely delicate, yet satisfying all the same, this smooth and silky sipper boasts a boost to one's health with its beneficial hibiscus and red rooibos-base whilst perfectly pleasing the palate as a sensible substitute whenever the yen for strawberry shortcake strikes.
I received one of the Strawberry Shortcake Cuppa Cake Tea "Sample" teas. Right after I tried it I placed an order for Two canisters. One for me and one for my teen age granddaughter. She is also into these teas. She also fell in love with this one. I then had to order two more as gifts for another daughter and close friend. This tea is just amazing.
This refreshing, flavorful tea has caused me to plan tea time to twice daily and the only thing missing is the spoon to complete the wonderful flavor of strawberry shortcake-really yummy. I'll be ordering this again
This tea was sent as a sample and ever since the first sip, I was hooked. Strawberry Shortcake Cuppa Cake tea is a new favorite that I will have to keep in stock from now on. It is delicious without being too sweet, just right.
Usually I do not like anything strawberry flavored, normally has a bad aftertaste. But I received a free sample with my last purchase and figured why not. It was above my expectations. So good I ordered two other cuppa teas. Look forward to trying them
Unfortunately, thought I would love this tea given how much i love and cannot live without the lemon chiffon tea. This just taste like a bad artificial flavored tea. Sorry ROT
This company is so smart to keep sending me samples of their new teas, because I keep finding flavors I love! This strawberry shortcake tea is so good iced when the weather is hot, and no sugar needed, since it's naturally sweet.
Nice and light tasting, so berry good!
I love the fresh strawberry flavor. Great for an afternoon cup of tea.
I had this instead of going for a sweet dessert. It was pleasant and satisfying.
Smells wonderful but surprisingly a little light on flavor as the other reviews mentioned. I tried it both hot and cold and it was good just not as flavorful as I like my teas.
There are some negative reviews here/weak flavor and I gotta mention, you need to make sure you are brewing the tea with 6oz, not a mug, use boiling water, and steep for the full time (7min). This is a very flavorful tea if you brew it according to the directions. I have other tea brands (gasp!) and they can be brewed with 8oz. Anyway, I am sorry to have liked this one because now it's ANOTHER area that I may "need" 😂.
this had a good flavor did not just iced but enjoyed hot
It's just like having strawberry shortcake in a cup. Very good! Needs very little sweetener
I had to stop myself from having too many per day. It's my new favorite!
This is one of my favorite teas! It is slightly sweet and does not need sweetener! I add a ton of cream and its delicious in any season! It could use a bit more strawberry flavor to earn a 5 tea kettle rating.
As many others have said, the strawberry flavor only come out with two bags. I'm not a fan of strong teas anymore, mostly sticking to white, green and herbal teas, but the flavor was too delicate even for me with the one bag. I'm not sure why the strawberry was a challenge - the blueberry lavender beauty tea I bought at the same time bursts with blueberry flavor. Maybe the brew needs a review?
This Strawberry shortcake tea is perfect for after dinner with a touch of honey added. No more dessert cravings. The taste of this tea is like sweet, juicy strawberries and it smells as good as it tastes!
I was amazed when I opened the tin and the strawberry smell came wafting out. I was immediately hungry it smelled so wonderful! It is a nice delicate tea. I don't think it is as flavorful as other teas but, it is still great! While sugar is preferred it is nice possible to drink this without it and not be bitter or icky. It is a great tea and I'll definitely want it again!
A nice sweet flavoured test. Good strawberry flavor with a hint of cookie. Will definitely reorder
First of all the smell is WONDERFUL! Every time I open the container my mouth starts watering. Love that it tastes as good as it smells. This brew captures the essence of strawberry shortcake perfectly, even without extra sweetener. Love it! This is a suitable substitute for my favorite discontinued Cuppa Cake flavor,Blueberry Bunt (please bring back)
For years, tea was just something I wanted to like but didn't really enjoy, and I've only recently discovered that I was brewing it all wrong. This tea really brings the flavor of juicy strawberries if you follow the brewing instructions closely. When I wasn't initially wowed by this tea, I got out my trusty Pyrex measuring cup, filled it to the 6 ounce line, and poured it into the mug I was using. It turns out the average mug holds way more than 6 oz. Duh, right?! Use two tea bags and steep the full 7 min. for good flavor, and don't skimp on the sweetener. A touch of half & half makes this taste just like strawberries & cream. Thank you, RoT, for making this yummy tea and for your blog entry on common brewing mistakes. It really helped!
This is my favorite tea so far along with the Mrs. Patmore's pudding tea. The flavor appealed to me right away because whereas I don't love sweets like candy and cakes I have found that I do love the lighter sweetness of flavored teas. However, it didn't have many reviews so I almost didn't get it. That would've been a tragedy! I noticed a reviewer said the flavor is too light. If I'm really looking for a rich taste then I add 2 teabags and it is very flavorful. I don't do that all the time but if I really felt like a strawberry milkshake that day (which I randomly do lol) then I just add 2 bags with some nut milk and honey and I'm satisfied. Rooibos herbal tea is much healthier than a milkshake from a restaurant so no guilt.
You can really smell the strawberries and the taste of them comes through with each sip you drink. It would probably make a great summertime tea.
I love the flavor of this tea and I love that it's caffeine free! It's a wonderful afternoon treat!
I am tea-curious, so I ve tried this "cake-flavor" tea : tea-rrific !
We just love this tea! It tastes just like strawberry shortcake. We were pleasantly surprised that as we shipped it got better and better. Now we can't wait till dinner is over so we can make us a cuppa this wonderful dessert tea. Can't wait to try the other flavors!
This is the first time I try the Strawberry Shortcake tea, and WOW do I love it! It's a nice treat both on winter and summer days. The flavor is subtle yet so refined. Very satisfying!
The Cuppa Cake teas are a treat! However this one needs more of what creates that treat, (strawberry flavor).
Like summer in a cup
This isn't the full-bodied tea I'm used to, but it's very nice sweetened just a little. It's not the one I'll brew most often.
It's a nice cake tea but the strawberry element is lacking after brew. If it was called "petit four" or something like that I wouldn't be so disappointed, but with a name like strawberry shortcake you really expect strawberry to be the star of the show. It's funny because there is a strawberry smell to it in the tin, but you have to search for it when drinking.
Tastes so much like strawberry shortcake! I loved it!
So, the flavor is delicious, but, I feel like I have to use 2 teabags for a full strength mug. I brewed for 6 minutes in boiling water and the outcome was just too weak. I'm not sure I'll buy this one again just because I don't want to have to use 2 bags for each cup.
I don't even know how to describe the taste. Didn't taste like strawberry or cake. Tasted like the film you get on the roof of your mouth after consuming certain dairy products.
This tea has a nice smell and taste of strawberry - mellow, not too strong. It's a nice, light sipping tea that is great for intermittent fasting. I will order again.
This is the perfect guilt free after dinner treat. It's a strawberry dessert without the sugars!
This tea is absolutely delicious. Will order again!
The moment that the true flavor of this wonderful hits the back of your throat it actually makes you belive your drinking the scrumptious dessert it's delightfully named after!
Was slightly nervous to try it though because I find the lemon cuppa cake tea bland. But I like the strawberry vanilla red tea, so I thought I would try this and see how it compares. I like it even better! This is a great herbal!
I enjoyed sipping this tea as an afternoon break. Smooth strawberry flavor.
This is one of my new favorite teas. I was very please to discover that with the addition of a little light cream and sugar, it really does taste like Strawberry Shortcake
It was delicious. I love when a description of a tea matches the actual flavors of a tea.
I like the price and coupons.
This one is awful. It smells and tastes like cough medicine. Lots of "flavoring" ingredients. I really wanted to like this one since I was seeking a caffeine-free sweet blend, but this is not it. I'm finally drinking it now that I have Covid, so it does complement the cough syrup and keep me hydrated.
This tea has a lovely strawberry and vanilla cake taste. It is like having a strawberry cake for dessert after dinner. I make this particular tea decadent by adding a splash of cream and a couple pumps of caramel skinny syrup. It is so amazing and over the top delicious.
This tea delivered as promised. Tasted like dessert in a cup. Guilt-free pleasure, even for breakfast. So glad I tried it. Will be ordering this one again.
This tea is simply wonderful! All the guilty indulgence and none of the guilt! It makes the most wonderful ice tea experience on a hot summer day! To really indulge try adding frozen strawberries (but totally not necessary) for this sweet treat of a tea!
This tea is wonderful hot but I like it best as iced tea. Makes you feel like it's strawberry shortcake season.
I quite enjoy this one with a touch of vanilla honey. I'm sure it's great with milk as well. I thought going in that the "cake flavor" would be artificial and off-putting, but it mostly comes off as a richer vanilla which mingles well with the strawberry.
Delicious with some sweetener and a dash of milk.
My husband and I are systematically trying all of Republic of Tea's fun flavors, and this was next up! The nose is very strong on this one! The smell might be a little too "strawberry syrup" for me, but once brewed the taste is amazing. Much more subtle than the dry smell would let on. At first, I could only taste strawberry, which was fine. But then the flavor started to evolve after my first swallow. I could swear I tasted whipped cream! And then sponge cake! My advice: Take a sip and then sit with the flavor for a moment. We ended up each having a second immediately after finishing our first! If you're a fan of the "Cuppa Cake" line, this is another win.
I'm enjoying this tea (my 4 year old niece does, too!), and think I may love it even more when summer heats up. It's very pleasant and very strawberry.
Beautifully tasteful tea. Really enjoying it.
It smelled delicious. I'm trying to find tea which are yummy enough so I don't have to add sugar. This wasn't it.
Reminds me of cough syrup or something. Bought 2 tins thinking this would be amazing. Disappointed. Doesn't taste anything like strawberry shortcake. All your other teas are amazing this one fell short
This tea is amazing! I was wary because of the hibiscus (which frankly can every tea company please stop using it in berry flavored teas, tends to make it too tart 😖) but if you steep less than it's a perfect strawberry cakey cup of yum! The second steep is where this tea really shined: I got the cookie dough and cake notes with a hint of berry in the background, so scrumptious! 💕 I highly recommend adding the milk/cream of your choice and sugar to make it extra dessert like! Berry berry yummy! 📠ðŸ°
Tea is definitely strange tasting not a fan. Bought 2 tins thinking this would be amazing like all your other teas but nope. No idea what to do with the 2 tins I ordered probably won't be having many more cups of this. To artificial tasting for me or idk hard to describe