Miracle Fruit Tablets, 10-Count (Pack of 2)

These tablets are a great little experiment — and they actually work. The flavor‑changing effect kicks in quickly and lasts long enough to try a bunch of different foods, and it’s always entertaining to see how dramatically things shift. Sour fruits taste sweet, and certain flavors become completely different in a way that feels almost unreal. They dissolve easily, the taste is mild, and the whole experience is just fun to share with friends or use as a novelty at home. For something so simple, the effect is surprisingly strong and consistent. If you’re curious about the “miracle berry” experience, this is an easy and reliable way to try it.

When I read about this fruit, I was extremely eager to try it despite the high price. I read that it was being used in molecular gastronomy as a novelty to surprise the diner by making a sour desert sweet. I also read that research was being done on using this to allow diabetics to experience sweetness which they cannot get because they must cut out sugars. There was a famous article talking about folks using this at 'taste tripping' parties. I had a board meeting at work which I wanted to grab the board's attention while demonstrating the importance of being able to change perception and decided to use these pills as a fun way to do that. I cut up lemons, limes, strawberries, apples, candy bars, etc. and had little cups with shots of apple cider vinegar and Guinness beer. Everyone was instructed to take a pill and let it dissolve on their tongue without chewing. This was the hardest part. Those who pushed the pill around on their tongue and let it dissolve slowly seemed to have the best results ... also, not to rush things. Wait around 5-10 minutes after the pill dissolves for best results. Out of 40 people, about 20 were absolutely amazed by this, 5 said they didn't really feel any result and 15 said that it changed tastes a bit but wasn't amazing. Part of the fun ended up being seeing the different reactions and watching those who were blown away interacting with those who weren't getting any difference. The things which worked best were the citrus fruits. I would say that the most amazing reaction was to those who ate the lemons. I cut them into wedges and most people ate the fruit part and many agreed it tasted like drinking sweet lemonade. A few of us actually ate the rind as well, which tasted like candy. The lime tasted like sweetened key lime pie. It was 50/50 between those who liked the lime but those who did mentioned key lime pie. The strawberry also was a big hit and it made a red strawberry taste like an incredibly sweet fresh picked strawberry bursting with sugary sweetness. (almost too sweet according to some) The apple cider vinegar was another mixed result. 10 people drank it and said it tasted like sweet apple cider. 20 people drank it and said it was tolerable but not anything they'd want to drink again. 10 people said they could taste no difference between this and vinegar and spit it out. One thing I would do over, tell people not to smell the vinegar before drinking. Those who smelled it first seemed to be the ones who tasted no difference. The Guinness beer tasted sweeter but not quite like the chocolate milkshake some sites report. There was still a little bitterness to it although a malty sweetness did appear with the pill. The apple was pretty much nothing special. Most agreed it tasted similar to normal. Onion was also nothing special and it didn't add any sweetness, although we noticed that there was a coating on our tongue after eating the onion which would make me recommend not trying onion with this. The chocolate bar pieces tasted the same. No difference. We drank red wine which tasted a lot sweeter, like port wine. So, if you are taking this before a meal, my advice is not to serve an expensive bottle of wine as the taste will completely change. Our bottle was a $4 bottle of grocery store wine and it tasted like a nice port. Overall, this is a great product to dazzle some people from a novelty standpoint. I did find, the more I used it, the less the effects seemed to happen. Meaning I tried 2 more of these pills over the week and each time the sour to sweet effect lost a little bit. If you want to throw a taste trip party, it really does give you a lot of interest from friends. It is a bit scary to think of any long term side effects but nobody experienced any issues with that yet. I'll be interested to see where this product goes in the future once it becomes less expensive to produce. I would certainly choose this over chemical sugar substitutes. One little tip ... when using this, you could literally eat a whole lemon, rind and all, like an apple. Keep in mind that while it changes the taste, if you are susceptible to heartburn or acid reflux, eating a great amount of citrus fruit and drinking vinegar might have adverse effects on your stomach despite the sweetness in the taste.

Does it work? Pretty much. Is it miraculous? Hardly. The tablet slowly dissolves on the tongue. Be patient, move it around your tongue a bit, and remember not to swallow. I've tried using two tablets, and didn't notice much difference from just one tablet. I've tried a number of items: * Half a lemon: tastes like an orange - sweet, but with a little acidity. * Lemon juice: sweet, but the acid also comes through. I like it! * Powdered citric acid: use sparingly!!! Before miracle berries, a tiny pinch is very sour indeed. After taking a tablet, it's still pretty sour, but also sweet. * Ketchup: no thank you; the flavor is weird. * Vinegar: not terrible, but still acidic, and the flavor is strange. I'll have to buy some apple cider vineger, and see if it's better.

I first discovered miracle berries over a decade ago, and this brand has been my go-to ever since. If you've never tried them, you're in for a surprise! These little tablets have the incredible ability to make sour things taste sweet. Eating a slice of lemon is like having a sip of fresh-squeezed lemonade, it's that dramatic of a change. I love introducing these to friends and family; their reactions are always priceless. Beyond the fun and novelty, I've found these to be a fantastic tool for healthier eating. A bowl of plain Greek yogurt with some fruit transforms into a decadent-tasting dessert. It's a great way to cut down on sugar without feeling like you're depriving yourself. The effect typically lasts for about 30-60 minutes, which is plenty of time to enjoy a meal or a series of snacks. The tablets themselves are easy to dissolve on your tongue, and they don't have a strong taste. If you're looking for a fun culinary experiment or a unique way to make healthy eating more enjoyable, I can't recommend these enough. They are a staple in my pantry.

Excellent product. They are very effective, and I use them each year for a taste disruption lab in my biology class.

T'was a cool experience but leaves a horrendous aftertaste that was impossible to get rid off

Super fun experience! I would usually suck half a pill for the effects to come up. Then everything sour becomes sweet! The sweetness is more like an artificial sweetener, not sugar-like.

Impeccable et fonctionne très bien

Little tablets are pretty bad tasting but afterwards you get to try different foods that are normally not my favorites

So what people need to keep in mind, is that it’s not easy to just import fruit from Africa. These tablets are dehydrated versions of the fruit in tablet form. So they’re nowhere as near as potent as the fresh fruit. That being said, they work best with fruits and vegetables. Citric acids work well. Doesn’t work on vinegar based foods (like the real fruit). Tip: while the tablet melts on your tongue, move it around so it touches every surface of it (tip, sides, middle). Anywhere the tablet touches, it will trick the tastebuds there. Eat the fruit first as a baseline before the tablet. Favorite fruits with this: strawberries (it tastes like jam), blackberries (like candy), pineapple and grapes (just makes them so delicious), ofcourse limes/lemons for the novelty, and surprisingly…cherry tomatoes are incredible. OH if you squeeze some orange juice into soda, it tastes like Orange Crush!