Customer Reviews

Reed's Crystallized Ginger Candy, 3.5-Ounce Bags (Pack of 12)

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On the Reeds website, this same product is available for $16.00.

"Reed's Crystallized Ginger Candy 12 - 3.5 oz Bags"

You may find yourself trying to decide between comparable crystallized ginger offerings from Reeds and The Ginger People. Which one should you choose? I have now tried both, and here is how they compare.

Reed's has a lovely raw cane sugar flavor, and is sweeter and more mellow than The Ginger People's.

If you want something a little less sweet (still sweet though--it is crystallized ginger, after all) and a little spicier, go for The Ginger People.

Ginger candy is one of my favorite things to eat (besides chocolate and cinammon!) If you drink Ginger Beer (a strong Jamaican-style Ginger ale) then you know that Reed's is one of the best ones around. That being said, their crystallized candy is tasty, but absolutely looks terrible. The hot, spicy, sugary pieces are extremely small, jagged and look like rubber plugs. Some even look unappetizing -- although the taste is fantastic. And I know, if you're a ginger candy fanatic -- like myself -- the price is right. (Most know that ginger candy is expensive, so this buy 12 bags in bulk is a steal).

I know that you aren't supposed to judge a book by its cover, and if ginger candy is your thing, you won't be disappointed with Reed's Candy in spite of its looks. And yes, I would definitely buy this package again simply for taste alone.

One side note I thought I'd throw in: Ginger's great for medicinal purposes for calming your tummy -- if you've got constant stomach upsets, nausea, etc;.

A friend got me started on candied ginger for headache and nausea relief. I would buy the ginger from a local health food store but when I saw this brand on Amazon, it was less expensive so I decided to try it. Whereas the health food store ginger was chewy like leather, this has more of a gum drop texture. I didn't think I would keep using it but pretty soon I was addicted and it became difficult to keep a steady supply on hand. Yum!

This stuff is just full of pure ginger flavor and the right amount of sweetness. My son on the autism spectrum loves it to satisfy his oral sensory needs. But he has to fight me for it! ;)

Crystallized ginger is used by many people to control nausea, whether it is from motion sickness or other causes, including chemotherapy. Some people prefer it to over-the-counter medications because it lacks the potential side effects of the medications. It is usually hard to find in stores, and this product available from Amazon has a good price. If you have children who are prone to getting car sick, I would recommend trying this.

This is my favorite crystallized ginger. It took me a while to figure out why, but I think it is because they use "baby" ginger root. In any case it is soft and just spicy enough for my taste. I love eating it with dark chocolate and a glass of cold milk. Or nibble one after I've eaten junk food that has upset my tummy. It is also very conisistent flavor from bag to bag compared to some brands.

I've always loved Ginger. I remember when I was a much younger (longer ago than I care to ponder) my mom always kept Ginger root in the house, and whenever she found some Ginger candy she would pick some up for me. The taste for Ginger stuck. I'm a fan of Reed's Ginger products - candy, crystallized - any form.

Outstanding quality and taste, not too much sugar. Crunchy. Just what I want!

I think of this product more as a first aid tool--motion sickness, digestive troubles. An alternative to over-the-counter medications. The science behind it is strong. Do not listen to medical people who dismiss it as "quackery".

I would keep it in my glove compartment and cupboard. Strong ginger taste (either you love or you don't) balanced by the cane sugar, which ensures rapid assimilation.

i love this stuff! it's sweet but not too sweet, chewy and very tangy (almost pepper hot). not something you could eat a lot of, which is good. one or two a day is a satisfying fix.