This selection of seasonal steeps is a great way to sample some Homegrown infusions crafted with Spring in mind for 2022.
Dominated by the Pitta dosha, it's the perfect time of year to clear away winter's ama, and to find balance with the fiery moving energy of spring. This year's spring steeps emphasize cooling, cleansing and nourishing herbs, intended to help balance body and mind with the equinox, and foster a healthy start to warmer days, later nights and a fruitful summer to come.
Spring Tonic - A cooling, nourishing and cleansing blend of sarsaparilla, milk thistle, oat straw, nettles, dandelion, hibiscus, lemon balm and dried orange.
Taste: Fruity, earthy
Energy: =VPK, balanced, nourishing and tonic
Brewing Tips: Pour boiling water over herb and steep covered 5 minutes or more.
Sunny Rose - Safflower, rose petals, marsh mallow, chrysanthemum, sandalwood, nutmeg and lemon.
Taste: Floral, refreshing, spicy
Energy: =VPK, calming, centering
Brewing Tips: Pour boiling water over herb and steep covered 3-5 minutes or more. Sweeten to taste.
Minted Dew - Five Peaks Geen Dew with jasmine buds, bee balm and homegown mints.
Taste: Minty, floral
Energy: =VPK, stimulant, cooling, mildly diuretic
Brewing Tips: Pour boiling water over 1 tsp. - Tbsp blend. Steep covered 5 minutes or more.
Lucky Clover Chai - Genmaicha green tea, red clover flower, alfalfa, ginger, cardamom, vanilla bean and green peppercorn.
Taste: Sweet, spicy, earthy
Energy: =VPK stimulant, carminative, nourishing
Brewing Tips: Prepare like chai, bring 1 Tbsp blend and 8 oz dairy alternative to a gentle simmer on your stove top for 1 minute. Strain if needed, sweeten to taste. I do this chai in oat milk - it's delicious!