CACAO SHELLS + a history of chocolate & the health benefits HERE'S THE SCOOP: The Olmec, one of the earliest civilizations in Latin America, was the first to turn the cacao plant into chocolate. They made a drink with cornmeal, chilies, water, and chocolate during rituals and used it as medicine. Centuries later, the Mayans praised it as the drink of the gods. Cacao shells are full of protein, fiber, minerals, and bioactive compounds. They make up the outer barrier that protects the cacao pod, which is the product used to make chocolate! While cacao shells are not actually chocolate, they do have a bitter/toasted and decadent taste to them much like dark chocolate. HEALING PROPERTIES OF CACAO 🍫 🍫 🍫 Raw cacao...
Coming this January... The Matcha Challenge Some of you might remember participating in the month long Matcha Challenge last year. What's the goal of the matcha challenge? To have matcha everyday for a month! Matcha is packed full of vitamins and nutrients and boosts your body's immunity, gut health, and energy levels. This year, we are starting the Matcha Challenge in January. Get stocked and get inspired so you can participate in the challenge starting on 1.1.21! MATCHA INGREDIENTS: powdered Japanese green tea TASTING NOTES: vibrant ∙ earthy ∙ grassy Why do we want more matcha? Matcha is amazing for you! Matcha is rich in polyphenols, and can help inhibit oxidative stress in the body that results in aging and...
YOGA PAIRING try the Oh Christmas Tree Essential Oil Blend with these mindful poses to reflect on the year and open your heart to the next chapter 3 parts pine needle, 2 parts rosemary, 1 part bergamot Oh Christmas Tree Essential Oil Blend freshly cut wood ∙ snow covered earth ∙ evergreen forest A scent that reminds us of family, peace, and the season of giving. The Christmas tree ~ Once the perfect tree has been harvested, it takes a trip home and becomes the centerpiece of your space during the holiday season. The scent of the tree fills your home with aromas of pine and earth, bringing peace and joy. Illuminated with twinkling lights and adorned with garland and candy canes,...
As a small business with roots in our beloved state of New Mexico, we pride ourselves on making products with New Mexico true ingredients and love sharing the flavors, traditions and history of our rich and diverse culture. The holiday season in New Mexico is enchanting to say the least! Chile ristras hang at every doorway, luminarias line the roads and twinkle under the dark and vast skies as large gatherings of families pack themselves into a home to eat, laugh and celebrate the season. LOOSE LEAF TEA MADE WITH NEW MEXICO GROWN INGREDIENTS AND INSPIRED BY OUR HOME STATE: Mexican Hot Chocolate TASTING NOTES: decadent chocolate ∙ Hatch red chile ∙ hazelnut undertones This blend is decadent with chocolate and...
Christmas Cabin it's back & better than ever 🎄 🎄 🎄 CHOCOLATEY MINT & CREAMY COFFEE ❄️ ❄️ ❄️ ❄️ This seasonal decadent pu erh blend is full of warming chocolate, mint, and coffee flavors! It is inspired by the holiday season in the birthplace of our family tea company, Ruidoso, NM. Picture blankets of snow covering the roofs of cozy cabins, as freshly cut pine trees decorated in twinkly lights and candy canes illuminate each window. This energizing and digestion boosting blend is made with coffee beans from one of our favorite New Mexican brands, New Mexico Piñon Coffee. We only blend it once a year, so once it is gone, it is gone for the season! Christmas Cabin With pu erh tea, American...
