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  • Chamomile Bedtime Herbal Drink

    Chamomile Bedtime Herbal Drink

    This drink is warm and soothes my mind before bed. This drink is also soothing for the digestive system and genuinely feels like a warm hug.

    • 1 tbsp chamomile flowers
    • 4 oz hot water 
    • 4 oz almond milk
    • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
    • 1 tbsp maple syrup
    • ½ tsp cinnamon powder

    Steps:

    • To a mug add 1 tbsp chamomile flowers and 4 oz hot water. Let steep for 5-7 minutes. 
    • In a small pot, add 4 oz almond milk, ¼ tsp vanilla extract, 1 tbsp maple syrup, ½ tsp cinnamon powder. Heat milk until hot and turn off heat.
    • While still in the pot, pour chamomile infusion and gently froth the drink until mildly foamy.
    • Pour herbal drink into mug and sprinkle with cinnamon powder 
  • Pumpkin Milk Tea

    Pumpkin Milk Tea

    Infused with goji berries, ginger, and delish balancing flavors. Today, I wanted to make pumpkin milk tea! This drink boosts digestion, warms, and replenishes the body. If you experience cold feet and hands this one is for you!

    • 3 oz water
    • 3 clove buds
    • 1 star anise
    • 10 goji berries
    • 1 tsp maple syrup
    • 1 tbsp pumpkin sauce/puree
    • 1 oz chopped ginger 
    • 5 oz almond milk

    Steps:

    • To a medium pot on low heat, add 3 oz water, 3 cloves, 1 star anise, 10 goji berries, 1 tsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp pumpkin sauce/puree, and 1 oz ginger.
    • Simmer on low for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally and pour in 5 oz of almond milk.
    • Continue to simmer for 4 minutes and remove from heat
    • Enjoy drinking hot!
  • Orange Cinnamon Oolong Tea

    Orange Cinnamon Oolong Tea

    We are cooling things down with a hydrating orange spiced oolong tea! This tea aids bloating and digestion! It’s truly wonderful for an upset stomach! If you need a boost in fiber and vitamin C, this tea is for you! I like this drink iced and hot.

    Ingredients: 

    • 50 grams fresh squeezed orange juice
    • 1 cinnamon stick
    • 2grams chopped ginger
    • 1 ½  tsp oolong tea
    • 1 ¼ cup water 

    Steps: 

    • In a pot on low heat, add 1 cinnamon stick, 2g chopped ginger, 50g freshly squeezed orange juice, 1 ¼ cup water,  and 1 tsp oolong tea.
    • Simmer for 10 minutes while stirring occasionally.
    • If drinking hot: Remove from the stove and strain into a cup.
    • If enjoying cold: Turn off heat, let cool for 15 minutes. After cooling, strain tea over ice and enjoy! Top with an orange slice for extra decoration!
  • Carrot Ginger Cinnamon Milk

    Carrot Ginger Cinnamon Milk

    This milk warms the body, nourishes the skin, and boosts immunity. If you deal with dry, dull skin like me, this milk can help balance your skin from the inside out.

    Ingredients: 

    • 100 grams chopped carrots
    • 3 Tablespoon coconut milk
    • 10 tablespoons water
    • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 tsp maple syrup
    • 1 tsp ginger 

    Steps:

    • Add chopped carrots, cinnamon powder, coconut milk, ginger, maple syrup, and cinnamon to a blender.
    • Blend until smooth
    • Sift the mixture and enjoy, or store it in the fridge for a morning beverage.

    To enjoy warm: sift mixture into pot and heat for 5 minutes on low-medium heat!