Taika reviews and discussion

4.1

73% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Creamy, velvety texture
  • Zero-sugar sweet flavor
  • Smooth, low-jitter energy
  • Attractive, distinctive packaging
  • Occasional clumps and chunkiness
  • Inconsistent matcha intensity
  • Bitter or earthy aftertaste
  • Perceptible sweetener aftertaste

Taika earns largely positive reviews for creamy, zero-sugar canned lattes and matcha that deliver a smooth, jitter-free lift, with macadamia milk, adaptogens (L-theanine, ashwagandha, lion’s mane), and standout flavors like Macadamia Latte, Mocha, and Matcha. Reviews also flag inconsistent texture (clumps/chunkiness), diluted or weak flavor—especially matcha—and occasional bitter or artificial-sweetener aftertaste, making performance and taste variable across cans.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

1,023 reviews and posts

  • A little bit sweet, but all around pleasant and flavorful.

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  • Got the oat milk latte and felt it had a super rich taste that I really enjoyed, I still prefer other brands but no major complaints about this one!

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  • I really wanted to love this matcha because I haven't found a good RTD matcha, but I would not get this one again. I didn't experience any of the matcha flavor, the can overall tasted quite chemical-y to me.

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  • The matcha latte had a different taste and texture than most, but it did the job and in a pinch would work again!

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  • The branding is eye-catching! It does have a weird aftertaste.

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  • Tried the oat milk latte. I did enjoy this drink and would recommend. It has a rich and smooth taste, with a super subtle blend of nutty undertones. The use of plant-derived milk provides a guilt-free indulgence for those of us who can’t tolerate lactose at times. The size of the can is convenient and makes it perfect for on-the-go enjoyment. However, some might find it slightly less creamy compared to traditional animal-based milk options. Overall, a refreshing and good alternative compared to similar plant based iced coffee options with more fake-like undertones. Lastly, the price point is very reasonable. Would definitely try again

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  • Better than the coffee shop! My husband loved it for gran and go in the morning.

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  • This product tasted pretty standard to a canned coffee. I liked it!

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  • I love the idea, but the calorie count combined with the lack of any impact from the adaptogens made this beverage experience pretty meh…sure it tasted nice, but it wasn’t worth the saturated fat or calories to me. I didn’t feel any impact to my mood, focus, or mental state, making the adaptogen claims seem overblown and misleading; a big letdown. However, it is on its own a tasty beverage, it just doesn’t do everything I expected of it.

  • I tried the macadamia latte and really enjoyed it. It is not overly sweet and give a nice energy boost. I will be trying the rest of the flavors

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  • I received this product through Thingtesting and did enjoy the macadamia latte!! Consistency was good; I put macadamia milk in my daily cold brew, so I am used to the texture. My standards for canned coffee are not very high, and I would not replace my daily coffee with Taika. But if I was in the grocery store and had a craving for coffee, I'd grab one on-the-go. I'm also not crazy about the 'adaptogens designed to make you more productive' wellness maximization branding. I just want my coffee!!!!

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  • Love the latte. I couldn’t stand the overly sweet bottled latte from other brands and this is both naturally sweetened and dairy-free.

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  • I love that it's dairy-free and made from macadamia nuts. No sugar added is a huge plus.

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  • This probably would’ve been really good had I not spilled it all over my couch after a few sips 🥲 definitely shake beforehand, the macadamia milk got a little chunky. Nice taste from what I had

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  • The oat milk latte was about as standard as it gets in terms of taste — no frills, exactly what you expect. I appreciate the packaging and the added adaptogens, but even as someone highly sensitive to caffeine, I didn't feel much different drinking this vs. normal coffee. Wouldn't repurchase, but a solid option if you're looking for a quick oat milk latte.

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  • The matcha was not very matcha-y, but it wasn't bad. It tasted chocolately and sweet, but not overly sweet. Not sure I would reach for it if I wanted a matcha.

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  • I got it through the free deal on Thing Testing. I am not a huge coffee drinker but I do love a good matcha. This matcha was not very good… it was easy to take on the go and very cute but I didn’t enjoy the flavor?

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  • It was decent for matcha, but didn't feel special or exciting. Also a little expensive for how small the can is.

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