Two Fruity Green Teas, Two Different Directions
Melon Ball and Cherry Blossom both start with green tea and layer in fruit, but they pull in opposite directions. Melon Ball leans on galia melon, mango, apple, and strawberry for a fresh, spa-like cup. Cherry Blossom goes cherry-forward with almond, coconut, rose petals, and cornflowers, plus green yerba mate for extra caffeine. The choice comes down to flavor mood, caffeine, and how you plan to brew.
Flavor and Ingredients Side by Side
- Melon Ball flavor profile: Tasting notes are melon with soft strawberry and mango. The blend includes green tea, galia melon, mango, apple, and strawberry. It is described as pleasantly fresh and fruity, soothing and refreshing, with a spa-like feeling.
- Cherry Blossom flavor profile: Tasting notes are cherry with sweet almond. The blend includes green tea, green yerba mate, cherry, almond, coconut, rose petals, and cornflowers. It is cherry-forward with a smooth almond finish and hints of marzipan and coconut.
- Caffeine difference: Cherry Blossom contains high caffeine yerba mate and is described as a good choice for those who love green tea but want an extra boost of energy and caffeine. Melon Ball's supplied ingredients list green tea only, with no additional caffeine source named.
- Allergen note: Cherry Blossom lists almond and coconut among its ingredients. The supplied records do not confirm allergen-free status or cross-contamination details for either tea, so check with the manufacturer if you have severe allergies.
Melon Ball: What the Catalog Confirms
- Melon Ball: Ingredients: green tea, galia melon, mango, apple, strawberry. Shows the fruit base is melon-led with berry and stone-fruit support, not a single-note flavor.
Melon Ball - Melon Ball: Steep 1–2 heaping teaspoons per 8 oz below boiling water at 175°F for 3 minutes. A short, cool steep protects the green tea and keeps the melon notes fresh rather than bitter.
- Melon Ball: Available in Small 50g (1.8oz), Medium 150g (5.3oz), Large 300g (10.6oz), and XL 454g (16oz). Lets you match the bag size to how often you plan to drink it.
Cherry Blossom: What the Catalog Confirms
- Cherry Blossom: Ingredients: green tea, green yerba mate, cherry, almond, coconut, rose petals, cornflowers. Explains both the cherry-almond flavor and the caffeine boost from yerba mate.
Cherry Blossom - Cherry Blossom: Steep 1 heaping teaspoon per 8 oz below boiling water at 175°F for 3–4 minutes. The slightly longer steep and smaller leaf amount suit the floral and nutty ingredients.
- Cherry Blossom: Available in Small 50g (1.8oz), Medium 150g (5.3oz), Large 300g (10.6oz), and XL 454g (16oz). Same size range as Melon Ball, so you can compare by flavor rather than packaging.
How to Brew Each Tea for the Best Cup
Both teas use below-boiling water at 175°F, which keeps green tea from turning bitter. Melon Ball asks for 1–2 heaping teaspoons per 8 oz for 3 minutes. Cherry Blossom asks for 1 heaping teaspoon per 8 oz for 3–4 minutes. Use the lower amount if you prefer a lighter cup, and adjust within the supplied ranges rather than guessing beyond them.
The catalog does not provide iced-brewing ratios or times for either tea. If you want to serve them iced, brew hot according to the directions above, then chill and pour over ice. The catalog notes that Melon Ball's melon notes pop more when hot, while its strawberry and mango notes pop more when iced. Cherry Blossom's iced performance is not described in the supplied information.
Which Tea Fits Your Routine
- Choose Melon Ball if you want a caffeine-light fruity green tea: Its ingredients list green tea only, with no added caffeine source named. It suits afternoon sipping or anyone avoiding extra caffeine.
- Choose Cherry Blossom if you want a cherry-almond treat with a caffeine lift: The yerba mate makes it a better fit for mornings or a pre-workout cup when you want more energy.
- Choose Melon Ball for iced tea with berry-mango flavor: The catalog says strawberry and mango notes pop more when iced, making it a natural for cold brewing or chilling.
- Choose Cherry Blossom for a floral, nutty hot tea: Rose petals and cornflowers add aroma, while almond and coconut round out the cherry. It is a more dessert-like cup.
What the Catalog Does Not Confirm
Neither record states calorie content, sugar content, or a complete allergen statement. Cherry Blossom lists almond and coconut, but the absence of other allergens from the ingredient list is not proof that the tea is allergen-free. If you have a severe allergy, contact the manufacturer before buying. The catalog also does not provide iced-steeping instructions, shelf-life after opening, or health-benefit claims for either tea. Treat the flavor descriptions as tasting guidance, not medical advice.
