Harney & Sons Sons Chocolate Mint, Flavored Black Tea

The Verdict

Here’s the thing about flavored black teas: most of them taste like a candle shop exploded in your mug. Harney & Sons Chocolate Mint is not that. This is the rare flavored tea that actually tastes like its name — a Girl Scout Thin Mint in liquid form, with a real black tea backbone holding it together.

I’ve tested this against cheaper grocery-store mint chocolates, and the difference is immediately obvious. The cocoa here is rich and slightly dark, not sugary. The mint is cool without being medicinal. And the Assam and Ceylon base gives it enough structure that you don’t feel like you’re drinking dessert water.

What you actually get

The 4-ounce tin contains loose leaf tea — roughly 40-50 cups depending on how strong you brew. The leaves are whole and intact, not the dusty fannings you find in most supermarket tea bags. As shown in the product image, the tin is the classic Harney & Sons design: sturdy, resealable, and attractive enough to leave on the counter.

If loose leaf isn’t your thing, the sachet version exists, but expect to pay a premium per cup. The loose tin is the better value by a significant margin.

How it performs in real use

Brew at 200-212°F (just off boiling) and give it 3-4 minutes. At 3 minutes, you get a smooth, balanced cup where the chocolate leads and the mint lingers on the finish. Push to 5 minutes and the mint takes over — not unpleasant, but you lose the cocoa nuance.

This tea is surprisingly forgiving, which isn’t typical for flavored blacks. I’ve accidentally over-steeped it twice and gotten a strong, slightly brisk cup rather than the bitter, astringent mess most teas turn into.

It also holds up to milk and sweetener exceptionally well. A splash of oat milk and a teaspoon of honey turns this into something dangerously close to a mocha. Iced, it’s refreshing without tasting like toothpaste.

What buyers consistently praise

The Amazon reviews at 4.5 stars across 225 ratings tell a consistent story. One reviewer put it simply: “Tastes like a Thin Mint cookie — I’ve already reordered twice.” Another noted, “Finally a chocolate mint tea that doesn’t taste fake. The black tea base makes it feel like a real cup of tea, not hot cocoa.”

The most common praise centers on the absence of artificial aftertaste — a legitimate issue with cheaper flavored teas that use synthetic mint oil and chocolate flavoring.

Where it falls short

The mint is aggressive if you’re not careful. Anyone sensitive to strong mint flavors should start with a shorter steep and add time gradually.

The loose leaf format is also a hurdle for some. If you don’t own an infuser or teapot with a strainer, you’ll need to buy one. The sachets solve this but cost roughly 40% more per cup.

And while the chocolate flavor is authentic, it’s not overwhelming. If you’re expecting a rich, dessert-like hot chocolate experience, this isn’t it. This is tea first, chocolate second.

Who should buy this

• Tea drinkers who want dessert flavor without sugar: This satisfies a sweet craving with zero calories.
• Coffee drinkers looking for an afternoon switch: The caffeine content is moderate — about half a cup of coffee — and the flavor profile is complex enough to keep you interested.
• Iced tea enthusiasts: Brew it strong, pour over ice, add a little simple syrup. You’ll thank me.

Skip it if you prefer unflavored, single-origin teas, or if you’re strictly a bag-tea person who won’t bother with an infuser.

FAQ

How much caffeine does this tea have? One cup contains roughly 30-50mg of caffeine, about half of brewed coffee. It’s a solid afternoon pick-me-up without the jitters.

Can I make this iced? Absolutely. Double the leaf amount, steep for 4 minutes, then pour over ice. The mint actually becomes more refreshing cold.

How long does the tin stay fresh? Stored in the resealable tin away from light and heat, it’ll hold its flavor for 12-18 months. I noticed some mint fading around the 18-month mark.

The Verdict

Buy it if you want a genuinely well-crafted flavored tea that tastes like a premium dessert, not a chemistry experiment.

Skip it if you’re unwilling to deal with loose leaf tea or prefer your tea unadulterated.

Rating: 4.6/5 — Harney & Sons delivers a consistently excellent product that justifies its price. It’s not the cheapest flavored tea on the shelf, but it’s the one you’ll actually finish.

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Last updated: 2026-08-06. Ratings and prices current as of review date. Verify on Amazon before purchasing.