I have to declare that I'm a coffee girl, I don't do tea, and if forced to drink it, it leaves me feeling sick. So I may not have many credentials as a tea reviewer but I have to say these teas are special with a capital *S*.
My first thoughts on receiving my tea packet were that someone had sent perfume to me.  Even before the packet opened the fragrance was wonderful, sublimely and seductively seeping through the packaging, I
nuzzled my nose in; Jasmine greeted me, with hints of chamomile, possibly fennel, some citrus, a touch of anis, all mixing with undertones of mysterious spice and - is that rose I smell?  Is this really tea?
The kettle was put to boil without delay. The Jasmine Dragon Pearls were first into the pot. Then something strange happened to me – I stopped to smell the flowers, or in this case, tea. Now when I take a break - I don't - if you see what I mean. I splash boiling water on my instant coffee grab up the mug and head back to my desk, sipping coffee as I work, or more often taking the half drunk mug back to the kitchen.
This tea drinking experience was different, very different;

Jasmine Dragon Pearls Tea
First I had to wait whilst the tea pearls danced their magic, slowly evolving into a fragrant soft greeny liquid that invites the nose in. Fascinated, I held the cup (I don't have a tea pot) and watched and smelt as the pearls unfold, inhaling the different stages of development. Finally I sipped and felt as though my whole body
unwound, my shoulder dropped their tension, and my head lifted high as I got lost in this new smell- taste-sight experience. The flavour was wonderful but, to my uneducated tea palette it was strong and a little
bitter.  Of course I had used too many pearls! So I simply topped up the cup with more hot water. This time the taste was soft, subtle, and sensuous. After my – somewhat enforced – break, I actually felt energised, as though I had had an after dinner nap and woken refreshed.
10/10

Organic White Tea Chai
That evening I reached for the Organic White Tea Chai. Teapot-less, I just placed a spoonful directly into my cup and poured water on to it. Unlike their sedate cousin, the jasmine pearls, these free leaves danced and dived and swirled around the cup, finally settling in a dark green mass at the bottom. I find it's the Organic White Tea Chai that holds the fragrant spice and citrus I detected earlier. They blend wonderfully with the White Peony tea, creating a warm comforting, almost oriental taste that must surely come from the Anis.
I sip again, fall in love, and feel like someone has wrapped me in a warm quilt and tucked a hot water bottle under my feet. I'm in heaven.
10/10

Mogli (Children's Tea)
I put off trying Mogli for a day or so, because I was so entranced with my other two teas I couldn't stop drinking them. Mogli felt like it was going to be an intruder on new friendships. That is until I had a really heavy meal and felt sort of icky. Looking for something to ease my discomfort I thought of Mogli as I knew it contained Fennel, Oat straw, Chamomile, and Linden Flower which are all digestive aids.
Out came my mug (still teapot-less!) and in went a spoon of fragrant herbs followed swiftly by hot water. This time my visual enjoyment involved watching as leaf, flower and seeds bobbed and dived - but merrily refused to sink. The aroma was gentle and soothing, with the fennel just taking the lead role. Rose peeped in as I took my first sip, and I knew it had been a mistake not to have met Mogli sooner. Because I hadn't strained the tea there were delightful bits floating on the top which (for me) added to my enjoyment as I bit into the odd captured fennel seed.
Was it the tea that eased my icky tummy or the ritualised distraction of making, observing, smelling, and finally tasting this charming blend? Perhaps I'll never know – but something worked.
I really must get a tea pot and strainer to enjoy these teas at their very best. They are artworks, they are perfume, and they are divine. They have taught me, a confirmed coffee girl, to appreciate the fine art of a master tea blender - and they deserved more revered treatment than simply floating in a mug.
10/10

These are the most amazing tea blends that I have tasted. It's very difficult to pick a favourite from the three, with the Green Chai and the Chocolate Roobibos equalling as top faves! I think the chocolate roobibos takes the favourite top spot, simply because I did not expect to like it, once tasted though…Wow, it's a treat!

Green Tea Chai

This blend is like drinking a cup of pure relaxation. Its subtle blends of spices give it a taste and aroma which brings contentment and a feeling of refreshment.

The whole process of brewing and drinking this tea blend is a Joy, from the initial opening of the box and smelling the beautiful aroma, to the drinking of this delicious tea.

I rate this product 10 out of 10 on all counts, from packaging, aroma, taste and refreshment. A Delight!


Digestive Tea

This has been a success with both of my children. Its sweetness and blends of herbs and spices appealed to them both. As a digestive aid, I found it eased bloating after a meal and tasted good too.

I rate this product 10 out of 10 as a digestive aid, taste, aroma and packaging. Sweet and settling!


Roobibos Chocolate.

When I first saw a chocolate tea, I have to admit I was wary! Chocolate and tea? No Way! Well, I was brave, tried it and found it to be….Divine!

This must be one of the most delicious tea blends I have ever tried. It mixes delightful aroma with gently spiced tastes with conjure up feelings of sheer luxury, soft velvet. It is a refreshing, luxurious treat for the taste buds and soul.

I rate this tea 10+ out of 10! On all counts; Its awesome!

 
Solaris Organic Teas does a lovely Green Chai.  Now, I'm a black tea fan, so a green has to be pretty darn good to impress me.  Solaris starts with sencha, adds some of the usual chai bits and bobs, then perfects their blend with the addition of citrus peels.  A good chai is like a good curry to my mind~ one has to hit on just the right combo for it to work~ and Jorg Muller of Solaris has achieved success with his recipe.  I found this tea to be delightful with foods~ very complex on the palette and comforting to the tummy.  Me likee.:)  Comes in a very cool paperboard cylinder~ very pleasing to look at, organic and recyclable.  Green green!

Which teas did you sample?
1. Organic Green Tea Chai
2. Organic Roobios Chocolate Chai
3. Organic Earl Grey
 
How was the tea prepared?
1.  Water
2.  Water & steamed milk
3.  Water
 
What were your impressions of each blend? (Taste, aroma, functionality,etc.)
Appearance, taste, aroma - excellent on all three
 
What did you like/dislike about the tea?
The packaging was really nice on the Green Tea Chai.  The look is pure on the outside, as well on the inside.
 
Other comments:
Four people tried the teas, everyone enjoyed the teas!  I have tried a lot of teas, I have never had any as good as Solaris!

Which teas did you sample?
1. Organic Green Tea Chai
2. Organic Roobios Chocolate Chai
3. Organic Earl Grey
 
How was the tea prepared?
1.  Loose tea slow simmered in pan with water and milk, strained
2.  Loose tea slow simmered in pan with water and milk, strained
3.  Traditional hot water infusion
 
What were your impressions of each blend? (Taste, aroma, functionality,etc.)
All the teas were extremely fresh and pleasantly aromatic.
1. The Organic Green Chai is the perfect morning tea for me.  It was light, refreshing, with the perfect balance of spice blend.
2. I liked the Organic Roobios Chai for my evening tea.  The heavier spice flavor was a great balance for the cocoa and black tea.
3. Earl Grey is my favorite traditional tea.  The whole tea was very fresh and potent.  It didn't take long to steep compared to the regular grocery brand commonly available.
 
What did you like/dislike about the tea?
I can't say enough about how fresh and flavorful these teas were. Compared to some of our American grocery store varieties, the Solaris teas surpassed everything in quality and flavor!  Sampling Solaris teas was a learning experience as to how tea should taste.  
 
Other comments:
I love the eco friendly packaging!  Responsible, friendly, and great looking!