The taste of this tea is very earthy and subtle. After drinking a cup, I felt very energized and focused. The energy this tea gives you isn't like the high you get from coffee. In my experience coffee tends to energize me for a little,and then I crash following a headache. Overall I feel crummy. But Calendula seems to give me the energy without the crash and crummy feeling. It feels almost as if it warms your soul : ) will definitely purchase this brand again. Very fresh .