Introduction:Luckin Coffee has teamed up with the popular IP Line Friends to launch the limited-edition drink "Good Persimmons, Double the Joy Fruit Tea," featuring seasonal Huolu persimmons paired with jasmine tea broth, attracting many consumers eager to try something new. However, many first-time tasters reported that the drink had an astringent taste that was hard to swallow, even affecting their willingness to purchase. Was it due to the persimmon peel not being removed or batch variation issues? This article takes an in-depth look at the actual performance of this seasonal fruit tea and offers practical drinking suggestions.
Luckin Coffee has once again collaborated with the trending IP Line Friends to release a limited drink, "Good Persimmons, Double the Joy Fruit Tea," which highlights seasonal Huolu persimmons combined with jasmine tea broth, creating a fruit tea option with a seasonal feel. The new product quickly garnered fan attention upon launch, but the subsequent consumer feedback was polarized—particularly the controversy over the astringency of the drink, which became a hot topic online.
According to reports, the "Good Persimmons, Double the Joy Fruit Tea" uses seasonally grown Huolu persimmons as the main ingredient, combined with jasmine tea broth, offering drinkers a taste of soft, sweet pulp. For consumers who enjoy the flavor of persimmons, this new product aligns well with their taste preferences, and the appeal of the co-branded merchandise led to a surge in orders on the official mini-program as soon as pre-orders opened.
However, customers who made the first purchases shared negative experiences on social platforms, pointing out that the drink had a noticeable astringent sensation upon tasting, with some even describing it as "hard to swallow." Some consumers even stated that due to this poor experience, their expectations for other co-branded products were affected, and they advised fans looking to collect the full set of merchandise to consider avoiding this fruit tea when choosing designated combo packages.
From social media feedback, many were disappointed after their first taste and even warned friends to be cautious when purchasing. As these comments spread, even those who hadn’t tried the drink yet began to have doubts. Only after trying it themselves did they understand why there were so many negative reviews—the main issue being the obvious astringent taste.
According to recipe information revealed by an internal Luckin employee, the main components of the "Good Persimmons, Double the Joy Fruit Tea" include fruit jam made from seasonal Huolu persimmons, jasmine tea, and original syrup. However, some netizens who tried it found that the jam contained not only persimmon flesh particles but also persimmon peel, which turned out to be the main source of the astringency.
Generally speaking, persimmon peel contains higher levels of tannic acid, and if not thoroughly removed, it can lead to a noticeable astringent taste and tingling sensation on the tongue. Most consumers expect to consume peeled persimmon flesh in their drinks, but Luckin’s new product chose to retain both the peel and flesh, blending them together—a move that caught many off guard and became the core of the controversy.
Despite the predominantly negative online reviews of this persimmon fruit tea, with descriptions like "too astringent to drink" or "like drinking unripe persimmons," some consumers noted that depending on their region, there might be differences in the jam batches. They found the astringency in their purchased drinks to be milder, with just a slight astringent taste that was still within an acceptable range.
Regarding these differing feedbacks, some consumers believe it could be due to variations in preparation processes across different stores or differences in the jam supply batches, leading to varying taste experiences in the final drinks. Others suggest that if you enjoy the flavor of persimmons but are sensitive to astringency, you might want to try a small-sized drink first before deciding whether to purchase a larger size or combo package.
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Overall, while the launch of the "Good Persimmons, Double the Joy Fruit Tea" has gained attention for its marketing and co-branding effect, the actual drinking quality ultimately depends on individual taste preferences and the handling of ingredients in each batch. For those wanting to try it, it’s recommended to observe the latest user feedback or choose to taste the drink immediately after it’s prepared to get the most accurate sense of its flavor.
The above content is compiled by CoffeeHunters, a coffee news website.
