QUARANTINE-ING WITH KIDS: IT'S NOT EASY Schools being cancelled and families spending most of their time at home is not easy! Right now, parents are really doing it all: they are the source of comfort, entertainment, education, structure, and health for their kids. It's a lot but, parents, you aren't alone. To get an idea of what quarantine-life is like with school-aged children, we reached out to our herbalist and master blender, Paola, and asked her a few questions. Here is what she told us… BEING A TEAM IS KEYFirst of all, kids don't easily understand the severity of COVID-19 and parents don't always agree on the severity, either. Mom might want the kids to wash their hands 20 times a day, while dad thinks...
DESSERT IN A CUP: HORCHATA ROOIBOS WHAT IS HORCHATA?Horchata is a traditional Mexican drink made from rice, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and lots of sugar! In New Mexico, it is frequently served over ice at family gatherings. It is SO DELICIOUS, but not the most healthy beverage. Our Horchata Rooibos tea is a healthy spin on this decadent traditional drink. CHECK OUT HOW WE PREPARE IT 1. Steep Horchata Rooibos with a generous spoonful of Wildflower Honey: Wildflower Honey is caramel-like and decadent, so it compliments this dessert tea well!2. Add your preferred creamer: we like extra creamy oat milk because it is dense, and gives the tea a richer taste and mouth-feel. 3. Serve either hot or over ice with a dash of cinnamon: while traditional Horchata is...
APRIL 2020 Congratulations - we finally made it to April! I think it's pretty safe to say at this point that 2020 is definitely taking us on a trip that we will not forget! But fear not - hopefully this email will give you a moment of positive relief from the crazy world around us, and maybe give you something to look forward to trying from OBTC! Read below and learn about our tea, spice, and essential oil of the month! Tea of the Month: White Peach & Honeysuckle Blossom Oolong White Peach is one of our matriarch's favorite teas. Blended with white tea, dried peaches, marigold flowers, and natural flavors, this tea is full of antioxidants, is low in caffeine, contains amino acids, aids...
HELLO, ICED TEA SEASON WE'RE HAPPY TO SEE YOU! ICED TEA SEASON IS THE BEST.It is warming up outside and we couldn't be more excited! Nothing goes better with lounging in the sunshine or working in the garden than a tall glass of iced tea! This infusing pitcher is our favorite way to make a large batch at once.HOW TO USE OUR ICED TEA PITCHERS:1. Add loose leaf tea, honey, and anything else (lemon?) to the infuser 2. Pour hot water, about halfway to allow room for ice, into the pitcher and allow to steep3. Remove the infuser and place in the drip cup (at the bottom of the pitcher)4. Add ice, twist on the lid, and shake until chilled WHY ARE...
HERBACEOUS. CRISP. SOOTHING. ROSEMARY + CLARY SAGE ABOUT THIS BLEND:2 drops in each palm will make you want to close your eyes and forget the world for a while as you deeply inhale this intoxicating duo. It feels like your sinuses are opening up and like your mind is totally invigorated by the scent: It just makes you feel present for a moment, which is a feeling we are cherishing more than ever. PEAK THE MAGICRosemary and Clary Sage can help to soothe nervousness and increase feelings of wellness while boosting mental focus. This blend is great for meditation, yoga, or to diffuse in a hot shower or bath before bed. Clary Sage is mildly sedative, and both of these oils are soothing for many...
