Love is in the air—and we’ve busy brewing it up in the apothecary! This season, we’re sitting by sunny windowsills, dreaming of Spring, nibbling chocolates and sipping some potions. We’ve curated four herb & love infused potions designed to open the heart, soothe the spirit, and spark a some joy.
Using our complex, handcrafted tea blends, you can easily create sophisticated herbal beverages right at home. Whether you’re celebrating with a partner, a best friend, or treating yourself to some well-deserved self-love, these recipes are easy to whip up. Each recipe makes a single serving, but they can be easily doubled for your favorite plus-one.
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1. Cupid’s Brew (The Sacral Sparkler)
Our Passion Tea is a literal magic potion. Formulated with Damiana leaf and Shatavari root, this blend focuses on the sacral chakra—the center of intimacy, creativity, and play. With Milky Oat Tops to soothe the nervous system and Cinnamon to boost circulation and spark the internal fire, this fizzy mocktail helps you relax into the moment.
- Tea Flavor Profile: Fruity, tart, and spicy with notes of vanilla and rose.
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The Potion:
- 2 tbsp Passion Syrup (recipe below)
- 5 oz Ginger Beer
- Garnish: Rose buds & crystallized ginger
How to make Passion Syrup: Combine 1/2 cup Passion Tea, 1/2 cup honey, and 2 cups water in a pan. Gently simmer for 10 minutes, strain, and store in a jar in the fridge. Holly tip: Try it drizzled over vanilla ice cream!
Drink Directions: Fill a cup with ice, add the passion simple syrup and top it off with your favorite ginger beer, stir well to combine. Garnish with a rose bud or crystallized ginger.
2. XOXO Iced Latte
Featuring our Embrace Tea, this drink feels like a warm hug from the inside out. Tulsi (Holy Basil) works to melt away stress, while Marshmallow Root and Rose soothe our heart & core. Calming Embrace brings balance to buzzy espresso. It’s the perfect drink for when you want to feel grounded, cherished and brave.
- Tea Flavor Profile: Floral rose, herbaceous, and lightly spiced.
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The Potion:
- 2 tbsp Embrace Tea Syrup (recipe below)
- 1 shot of Espresso
- Milk of choice & Ice
- Garnish: A dusting of nutmeg or dried rose petals
How to make Embrace Syrup: Combine 1/2 cup Embrace Tea, 1/2 cup honey, and 2 cups water in a pan. Gently simmer for 10 minutes, strain, and store in a jar in the fridge.
Drink Directions: Fill a 12 oz glass with ice. Add your syrup and milk, leaving just enough room to pour the espresso over the top for a beautiful marbled effect. (This is just as lovely served hot!)
3. "I Love You So Matcha" Latte
Vibrant, ceremonial-grade Uji Matcha meets the heart-softening power of Rose. Matcha provides a calm, focused energy (thanks to L-theanine), while Rose has been used for centuries to invite love and compassion into our hearts. Something about matcha just puts us in a joyful and playful mood too.
- Flavor Profile: Earthy green, floral, and creamy.
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The Potion:
- 2 tsp Uji Matcha
- 1 tsp Crushed Rose Petals
- 1 tbsp Rose Cordial (or Rose Simple Syrup)
- 2 oz Hot Water & Steamed Milk
Directions: Add matcha, crushed roses, syrup, and hot water to a bowl. Whisk until frothy. Top with steamed milk. Holly's Secret: Steam the milk with the rose syrup to turn it a soft, romantic pink before topping with the green matcha for gorgeous layers!
4. The Cocoa Berry Kiss
For the lovers of indulgence! This latte uses our Forest Berry Black Tea, which features Assam for a caffeine boost and Rose Hips for a punch of Vitamin C. When paired with chocolate, it tastes exactly like a chocolate-covered strawberry. Especially if you use chocolate shavings as the garnish.
- Flavor Profile: Rich, berry-sweet, and decadent.
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The Potion:
- 2 tbsp Forest Berry Tea
- 1 tbsp Cacao nibs (or your favorite chocolate bar/powder)
- 1 tbsp Honey (or more to your taste)
- 6 oz Hot water
- 10 oz Steamed milk / warmed milk & whipped cream
- Garnish: Shaved chocolate & crushed freeze dried strawberries
Directions: Mix the tea and cacao nibs/chocolate in a big jar or measuring cup. Add 6 oz hot water and steep for 10 minutes. Strain into a 16 oz mug, stir in your honey, and top with velvety steamed milk, garnish by shaving chocolate onto the foam, add crushed freeze dried strawberries too if you have them. mmmmm
From Our Hearts to Yours
We hope these brews bring a little extra love to your Valentine’s week. Remember, the beautiful ingredients make these drinks delicious, but it's your love and care in making them that brings the magic.
Happy sipping, lovers!
