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Hey everyone! So I'm obsessed with the Berry Blast elderberry gummies from Nature's Way - they taste like actual berries, not just sugar. But I tried the Citrus Twist version from the same brand last week and... yikes. Way too tart, almost medicinal. What's the consensus on the best elderberry gummy flavor out there? I need something for my next biohacking stack that doesn't make me gag.

lol I feel you on the bad flavors! My kids refuse anything that tastes 'weird' so I've become a flavor detective. Skip anything with 'zesty' or 'twist' in the name - usually means artificial citrus overload. The Sambucus brand has a mixed berry one that's mild and sweet, my picky 8-year-old actually asks for it. But check the sugar content first - some have way too much.

Mia, you're still on mainstream brands? I got early access to Zestful's new elderberry+ginger gummy last month. Game-changer - spicy-sweet profile, no aftertaste. They're doing a limited release next week. The citrus ones are usually trash because they use cheap flavor oils. Pro tip: look for brands that use real fruit extracts, not 'natural flavors.'

Totally agree Berry Blast is elite! I take them before weekend hikes for immune support. I tried the honey-lemon ones from Gaia Herbs once - not terrible but kinda waxy texture? My cycling group swears by the organic elderberry+sambucus from New Chapter, tastes like blackberry jam. Maybe try a sample pack before committing to a whole bottle?