Aloha Maid Canned Beverages

Reviewed by Angie Quidim
January 12, 2006

Manufactured by: Ito En Website: http://www.itoen.com/aloha/index.cfm Review Rating: 8.5 out of 10

Aloha Maid canned beverages are manufactured in the natural islands of tropical Hawaii . Each of the fantastic and refreshing juices and teas reflect the sun drenched fruits and the clear cold waterfalls that replenish the nutrients in Hawaii 's lush environment. Aloha Maid comes in a variety of flavors:

• Green Tea with Apple
• Pass O Guava
• Island Fruit Punch
• Raspberry Tea
• Green Tea with Ginseng
• Lilikoi Passion

The beverages are a bit sweet and most likely not sought by those who hate a sugar rush. It tastes best when ice cold, but topping it off with a slice of fresh lemon makes it that much better. I had the pleasure of tasting Aloha Maid ice teas when I was in Hawaii this past July and they are one of the island staples I miss. On the mainland, one can find them in Asian markets and specialty beverage stores. If a shopper can't find it that way, the Ito En website has a store locator that lists all the retailers nationwide who carry their products.

As delicious and refreshing as the beverage is, too much of a good thing is never healthy. Although filled with 100% vitamin C and created with natural fruit juice, the sugar content is through the roof. Unless you are a sugar junkie, moderation with these beverages is a definite must.