On chilly mornings, a cup of hot tea is fortifying to the mind and body. Adding specific invigorating and strengthening herbs to your tea provides a powerful boost to help you feel energized and radiant all day long. Much of the natural world goes dormant during the winter, but us humans still need to get up and go every day. If your energy is lagging, try one of these hot tea elixirs to kick-start your day.
These recipes contain concentrated herbal extracts, also called tinctures, which are made by soaking healing herbs in food-grade alcohol for a period of time. Adding even just a few drops of an herbal tincture to hot tea can add big benefits, and the hot water evaporates the alcohol.
To prepare, brew the tea according and stir in 10 to 15 drops of the herbal tincture while the tea is piping hot. Sweeten if you like, or enjoy the flavors au naturel.
Wake up your brain
With a hit of caffeine, abundant antioxidants, and circulation-boosting spices, this recipe is for anyone who needs a sharp, quick, and clear mind, including:
- Techies
- Number crunchers
- School teachers
- Lawyers
The flavor: fragrant black tea with spices
Caffeine: medium
You will need:
A cup of freshly brewed Lucky Morning Spice
10-15 drops of Liquid Einstein tincture
Longevity booster
With ultra-healthy green tea and adaptogenic Chinese herbs, this brew is for folks who want to build health and vitality over the long term. Try this if you:
- Are over 40
- Have been under long term stress
- Need to bring balance to your mind and body
- Wish to protect your health long term
The flavor: grassy, green, mildly sweet
Caffeine: low
You will need:
A cup of freshly brewed Ginseng Green Dragon
10-15 drops of Deep Adrenal tincture
Sustained fuel
This blend of rich oolong and puehr teas with satisfying coconut and chocolate provides long lasting fuel, and is ideal for:
- Long work days
- Busy people
- Before a workout of physical demands
- Multi-taskers
The flavor: toasty, with hints of coconut and cocoa
Caffeine: medium
You will need:
A cup of freshly brewed Bulletproof Breakfast
10-15 drops of He shou wu tincture
Healthy heart booster
Tart and tangy caffeine-free blend promotes healthy blood flow and supports both heart and vision. Try this if you want:
- A tasty, caffeine-free energy boost
- Heart and blood pressure support
- Natural vision support
- Are over 50
The flavor: tart, tangy, fruity
Caffeine: zero
You will need:
A cup of freshly brewed Cranberry Apple Tart
10-15 drops of Bilberry tincture
Fat burning energizer
This tasty tea blend is tasty, warming, and feels like a hug on the inside. It’s great for people interested in:
- Balancing blood sugar
- Soothing and supporting digestion
- Boosting metabolism and fat burning
- Giving their liver a little extra love
The flavor: refreshing, with hints of cinnamon and mint
Caffeine: slight
You will need:
A cup of freshly brewed Sleek & Slender
10-15 drops of Ginseng tincture
Have a happy, healthy, energized autumn!
