Matcha Mixology + why 1 tsp. of matcha per day is so good for you While matcha is rich in caffeine, it is also calming for our mind. It is soothing for anxiety, combats depressive feelings, boosts focus and creates feelings of well-being. Here's why: Matcha contains the amino acid L-theanine, which can work synergistically with caffeine to improve brain function. L-theanine increases the activity of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA, which has anti-anxiety effects. It also increases dopamine and the production of alpha waves in the brain. These brain waves are also associated with being in a meditative or dream state and that in-the-zone type of feeling we can observe when someone is really in tune with what they are...
HOT PEPPERMINT MATCHA LATTE with your favorite peppermint tea, vanilla extract and yummy honey It's latte season and we have officially started the Matcha Challenge, so you know what that means! This hot peppermint matcha latte combines our favorite flavors of the season! Made with our Matcha, Peppermint Tea (or our Christmas Cabin Tea if you want to add a chocolatey/coffee flavor to your latte), Vanilla Extract, and Oak Honey, this latte is a must on a cold winter's morning. PLUS matcha is super super good for you, as it is rich in caffeine, l-theanine and antioxidants. Check out this brain boosting latte. 🍵 🧠 ✨ ⬇︎ INGREDIENTS 3 tsp. Peppermint Tea (or Christmas Cabin) 1 tsp. Matcha 1 Tbsp. Oak Honey 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract 8 oz frothed milk fresh mint leaves or...
JANUARY 2022 Happy New Year friends! I hope your holiday was restful, and full of joy and love! Are you ready to start the New Year? Ready for a detox or for setting resolutions? If you are, we have some great products to get you started on the right track - and a challenge for the New Year! Check out our products of the month below! 👇 Tea of the Month: Matcha MATCHA is powdered Japanese green tea. Matcha is bold, earthy, and clean! It supports healthy brain function, boosts metabolism, and is rich in antioxidants. When you drink matcha, you are consuming the full tea leaf and all of the leaf's nutrients! We like to whisk Matcha into hot water, until...
JUNE 2022 Happy June fellow tea lovers! I hope you had a great, mentally well May! And happy almost summer! Do you have fun summer plans scheduled out in the upcoming months? Will you be spending the days with the kids now that schools are out? Or are you looking forward to moving past the summer so that you can get to fall? Either way, we have some great products to enjoy during the month of June! Check out our products of the month below! 👇 Tea Blend of the Month: Berry & Chamomile BERRY & CHAMOMILE is blended with dried chamomile flowers, hibiscus, rose hips, blueberries, strawberries, and natural flavors. This blend is vibrant with berry flavor, and comforting with earthy and...
Ingredients: 1 clove of garlic for roasting (or you may sub 2 garlic, not roasted) 2 Tbsp. coconut oil 1 red bell pepper, chopped 4 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed 1 tsp. spicy curry powder 1 tsp. OBTC Sweet Hungarian Paprika 1/2 tsp. cumin 1/2 tsp. OBTC Vietnamese Cinnamon 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper 1/2 tsp. fresh thyme chopped (or 1/4 teaspoon dried) 1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk 2 cups veggie broth salt and pepper to taste 4 ounces goat cheese softened and more for topping roughly chopped cilantro and pistachios for topping arils from one pomegranate for topping Coconut Ginger Cream 1/2 cup canned coconut milk 1-2 Tbsp. fresh ginger Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Chop off the top portion of the garlic head to...
