Let’s Review Paper Boat’s Pomegranate Drink With Basil Seeds

Usually sweet, tart, and slightly astringent, pomegranate juice is a nutritious beverage when had fresh. But here’s a unique twist on a classic pomegranate juice. Enter, Paper Boat Basil Sabja Seeds Pomegranate drink.

This review explores the taste profile, consistency, and other details to see if this basil seed-infused drink is flavorful and refreshing.

Find out how we rated this product in our review of the new beverage by Paper Boat.

The crucial product details highlighted here: 

Our primary factors set for this review are taste and texture. These are followed by secondary parameters including – ingredients, price, packaging and shelf life: 

1. Taste

For our taste we are evaluating the following elements: 

• Freshness of the overall drink 
• The sweetness level 
• The flavor of pomegranate (anar) 

2. Texture + Consistency 

We are checking the consistency of the drink – whether it is thick or thin or extremely runny? How is the texture of the sabja seeds? Are the sabja seeds plumped up?

3. Others 

We also noted other key information on the product – the ingredient list, pricing, packaging details and shelf life. 

Product Highlights 

Paper Boat Basil Sabja Seeds Pomegranate drink comes in a plastic bottle. A 250 ml bottle retails at a price of Rs. 35 and has 6 months of shelf life. Make sure to store the bottle in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight. Refrigerate and consume the drink within 24 hours of opening. 

Main Ingredients 

This is made up of the following – Water, Sugar, Pomegranate juice concentrate (2.9%)*, Acidity regulators (330, 331 (iii), 327), Basil seeds (0.3%), Flavors (Nature identical and natural flavoring substances), Iodised salt, Gelling agent (418), Colors (150d, 129) and Preservatives. 

The nutritional information per serve (where 1 bottle = 250ml) is: 

Energy: 56 kcal, Total Sugar: 13.2 gram and Total Fat: 0.0 gram.  

Our Take On The Ingredient List 

A close scan of the ingredient list reveals the use of colors and acidity regulators. We would have appreciated a cleaner list of ingredients. This also has sabja seeds.

How does sabja seeds benefit the body? Sabja seeds also known as basil seeds are derived from the sweet basil plant. Consuming basil seeds can help people reach their daily need of nutrients as these are a good source of minerals such as calcium and magnesium. These are rich in fiber especially soluble fiber which helps support gut health, might aid in blood sugar control and helps you keep full. Plus, just 1 tablespoon of basil seeds is sufficient to meet your daily needs of ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) Omega 3 Fat. 

Summary of Our Review 

Appearance/Color

Paperboat Basil Sabja Seeds Pomegranate drink is deep red in color and has ample amount of basil seeds. The basil seeds have absorbed the liquid and have plumped up. 

Texture

The consistency of this drink is thicker compared to regular pomegranate (anar) drinks which are thin and runny. The thick texture is due to the addition of sabja and gelling agents. The sabja seeds add a nice chewiness to the drink and bring in a much-needed textural variation. 

Taste

This drink has a lovely flavor profile, with notes of sweetness and tartness. This has a slightly astringent mouthfeel that lends some complexity to the flavor profile. The freshness is noticeable, with no artificial aftertaste left on the palate. A pinch of salt at the end adds a lovely masala juice-like flavor. Overall, the flavor and freshness are likable. 

Here are some interesting FAQs on Paper Boat Basil Sabja Seeds Pomegranate:

Paper Boat Basil Sabja Seeds Pomegranate has a tarty, sweet and refreshing taste. The freshness is evident and there are no traces of any artificial aftertaste. The ingredient list has room for improvement.

Have you tried this drink? How was your experience?

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