Personally, I do not hate if there is was tangy, repeat was the taste I Do not. It is unique. Taste of the pumpkin is not .... And a strange smell. Lovers might love. I like Harney & Sons, but we have to try a variety of flavors, honest this is the most unique, there is a habit, I think it is the taste that taste is divided. I do not hate this taste, but shall not repeat it again. A really unique, spicy flavor. Scent is uncommon, not bad, but really original. Does not smell of pumpkins. (Probably Japanese people are not used to this taste. ) I love Harney & Sons teas, and tasted several of them; Paris, Cinnamon Sunset, Chocolate Mint, Peppermint Herbal, White Peach, but so far, I think this Pumpkin Spice is the most unusual one and depends on the person whether it's favored or not .