Let me start by saying I was genuinely excited to try these Llama Naturals gummies. The promise of organic, vegan vitamins made from real fruit with no added sugar sounded like a dream for health-conscious folks like me.

First impression? The strawberry flavor is pleasantly natural – not that artificial candy-like taste you get with most gummies. However, I won't lie, there's a noticeable tartness that might surprise you at first bite. It reminded me of those old-school sweet tarts! The texture has a slight graininess from the rice flour coating (which prevents sticking), but it's barely noticeable once you start chewing.

Now, about that initial smell some reviewers mentioned... yeah, it's there when you first open the bottle. Not terrible, but definitely different from sugary vitamins. The good news? The smell dissipates after a while, and the taste grows on you. By week two, I actually started craving that tangy kick with my morning routine!

What I love most is knowing I'm getting vitamins from 14 lbs of real organic fruits and veggies – no synthetic junk. My dentist approves too since they're less sticky than regular gummies. Energy-wise? While I can't say I noticed a dramatic boost, I appreciate knowing I'm covering my nutritional bases with clean ingredients.

Pro tip: Take them first thing in the morning before food – eliminates any weird aftertaste completely. And at this price point for 120 gummies? Definitely worth trying if you're looking to cut added sugars without sacrificing your vitamin routine.