I did not expect the Claeys hard candy clove drops to taste as good as they did. They were better tasting than the clove hard candy balls that I used to buy. The sugar coating on each candy drop dissolved quickly and did not act as sandpaper on my tongue. I’m thrilled to have discovered Claeys clove candy drops!! Please note that the Claeys cinnamon drops are also excellent!! I use the Claeys clove drops as cough drops, and also to help numb a sore throat.