{"title":"Ayurvedic Blends","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHerbal blends rooted in Ayurveda, India's centuries-old kitchen tradition. Time-honored recipes of ginger, cardamom, and warming spices, ground and blended fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kapha-balance","title":"Kapha Balance","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn Ayurveda, the tradition holds that each of us is a mix of three doshas, Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, and leans toward one. Kapha is the steady, earthy one, associated with structure and cool, damp weather, and the Ayurvedic kitchen has long answered it with warm, pungent, brightening spices. This caffeine-free blend sits in that tradition: a warm, aromatic, lightly minty cup made in the spirit of the spices Kapha has long been paired with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is gentler than a heavy masala blend. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spicepilgrim.com\/products\/green-cardamom\"\u003eGreen cardamom\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spicepilgrim.com\/products\/ground-cloves\"\u003eclove\u003c\/a\u003e give it a sweet, warm aromatic base, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spicepilgrim.com\/products\/stone-ground-ginger-root\"\u003eginger\u003c\/a\u003e adds a clean bite, and lemon balm and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spicepilgrim.com\/products\/peppermint\"\u003epeppermint\u003c\/a\u003e lift the whole cup with a cool, herbal brightness on the finish. The result is warming and spiced without being heavy, sweet on its own with no sugar added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteep it five to seven minutes in freshly boiled water. The spices are pungent, so a long over-steep can turn it sharp; pull it when it smells aromatic rather than bitter. It makes a good caffeine-free morning or mid-afternoon cup, a clean alternative when you want something warm without coffee. A slice of lemon or orange brightens it further if you like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaffeine-free. Vegan. No salt, no sugar, no added flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is in it and what does it taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFive ingredients: green cardamom, clove, ginger, lemon balm, and peppermint. It tastes warm and aromatic from the cardamom and clove, with a clean ginger bite and a cool, minty lift on the finish. It is warming and spiced without being heavy, and sweet on its own with no sugar added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it caffeine-free? When should I drink it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, caffeine-free, with no tea leaf in it. It works well as a morning or mid-afternoon cup, a clean alternative when you want something warm and spiced without coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this tea only for Kapha types?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. In Ayurveda this blend belongs to the family of teas traditionally associated with Kapha, but anyone can drink it. On its own it is simply a warm, lightly minty, caffeine-free spiced cup, good for anyone who likes cardamom and ginger with a cool finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy should I not add honey to boiling water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a traditional Ayurvedic preparation point that many tea drinkers ask about. The custom is to let the tea cool slightly before stirring in honey, rather than adding it to water straight off the boil, by waiting until you can comfortably hold a finger in the cup. It also simply tastes better, since very hot water can dull honey's flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spice Pilgrim","offers":[{"title":"Tin - 1.5 oz","offer_id":42223428272368,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tin Refill Bag","offer_id":42510561214704,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":42223428305136,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/6368\/2544\/files\/kapha-balance-43113925509360-1000.webp?v=1781388481"},{"product_id":"pitta-balance","title":"Pitta Balance","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn Ayurveda, the tradition holds that each of us is a mix of three doshas, Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, and leans toward one. Pitta is the fiery one, associated with heat and metabolism, and the Ayurvedic kitchen has long paired it with cooling, sweet, and floral flavors. This caffeine-free blend sits in that tradition: a tart, floral, aromatic cup made in the spirit of the botanicals Pitta has long been paired with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the cup it leans bright and floral. Hibiscus brings a tart, cranberry-like edge and a deep red color, rose petals add a soft floral note, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spicepilgrim.com\/products\/peppermint\"\u003epeppermint\u003c\/a\u003e gives it a clean, cooling finish. Underneath, licorice root lends a natural sweetness with no sugar added, and a little \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spicepilgrim.com\/products\/stone-ground-ginger-root\"\u003eginger\u003c\/a\u003e adds a gentle warmth that keeps the blend from turning sharp. A note on the licorice and hibiscus: both are assertive. The hibiscus is genuinely tart, and the licorice is deeply sweet with a long finish. Together they make a bold, fruity-sweet cup, not a delicate one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is good hot or cooled. Steep five to seven minutes in freshly boiled water for a hot cup, or brew it strong, let it cool, and pour it over ice for a tart, rosy iced tea in summer. No caffeine, so it works any time of day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaffeine-free. Vegan. No salt, no sugar, no added flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Pitta Balance taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBold and fruity-sweet. Hibiscus gives it a tart, cranberry-like edge, rose adds a soft floral note, and peppermint brings a cooling finish. Licorice root makes it sweet with no sugar added, and a little ginger adds gentle warmth. It is an assertive cup rather than a delicate one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it have caffeine? When should I drink it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is caffeine-free, so it works any time of day, morning or evening. There is no tea leaf in it, just rose, peppermint, hibiscus, licorice root, and ginger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this tea only for Pitta types?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. In Ayurveda this blend belongs to the family of teas traditionally associated with Pitta, but anyone can drink it. On its own it is simply a tart, floral, caffeine-free cup with a licorice sweetness, good for anyone who likes a bold hibiscus-and-rose flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I drink it iced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, and it is excellent that way. Brew it strong, let it cool, and pour it over ice. The hibiscus and rose make a deep red, tart iced tea that holds its flavor well over ice in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spice Pilgrim","offers":[{"title":"Tin - 1.5 oz","offer_id":42225661116656,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tin Refill Bag","offer_id":42510712832240,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":42225661149424,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/6368\/2544\/files\/pitta-balance-43113932914928-1000.webp?v=1781388525"},{"product_id":"ginger-turmeric","title":"Turmeric Ginger","description":"\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"m-detail--description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" type=\"paragraph\" class=\"m-detail--block m-detail--item-paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eTurmeric Ginger tea is among the best tea for health. This herbal tea is naturally decaffeinated and ideal for any tea drinker at any time. The blend of turmeric, ginger root, orange peel, and lemongrass gives this phenomenal tea a bold color, deep flavor, and an unexpected twist that is as sensational as it is salubrious.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" type=\"heading\" class=\"m-detail--block m-detail--item-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" type=\"paragraph\" class=\"m-detail--block m-detail--item-paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA slightly sweet and aromatic infusion with the potent herbal punch of the timeless turmeric root alongside orange peel, lemongrass, and ginger make this a blend for wellness and relaxation.\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" type=\"heading\" class=\"m-detail--block m-detail--item-heading\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Spice Pilgrim","offers":[{"title":"Tin - 1.5 oz","offer_id":42225772658928,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tin Refill Bag","offer_id":42514979094768,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 oz","offer_id":42225772691696,"sku":"","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/6368\/2544\/files\/Turmeric_Ginger.webp?v=1745178419"},{"product_id":"vata-balance","title":"Vata Balance","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn Ayurveda, the tradition holds that every person is a unique mix of three doshas, Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, and that each of us leans toward one. Vata is the one associated with air and movement, and for thousands of years the Ayurvedic kitchen has paired it with warm, sweet, grounding flavors. This caffeine-free blend sits in that tradition: a warming, aromatic cup made in the spirit of the spices Vata has long been paired with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the cup it is light and citrusy. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spicepilgrim.com\/products\/lemongrass\"\u003eLemongrass\u003c\/a\u003e and lemon peel give a bright top note, whole \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spicepilgrim.com\/products\/fennel-seeds\"\u003efennel seeds\u003c\/a\u003e bring a gentle sweetness, and licorice root sits underneath. A word on the licorice, since it divides people: it is naturally and deeply sweet with a long anise-like finish, and it is what lets this blend taste sweet with nothing added. If you already know licorice is not for you, approach this one carefully. If you love that rounded sweetness, it is the heart of the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteep it longer than a delicate green tea. Fennel seed and licorice root are dense and give up their flavor slowly, so ten to fifteen minutes in freshly boiled water pulls it together. Drink it as an after-dinner cup, or steep it with warm milk for a caffeine-free, chai-style evening drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaffeine-free. Vegan. No salt, no sugar, no added flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Vata Balance have caffeine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is a caffeine-free herbal blend of lemongrass, lemon peel, fennel seed, and licorice root, with no tea leaf in it. That is part of why it works as an evening cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does it taste sweet? Is there sugar in it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is no sugar and nothing added. The sweetness comes from the licorice root, which is naturally and deeply sweet, rounded out by the gentle sweetness of fennel. If you are not used to licorice, the long anise-like finish can surprise you. It is meant to be there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this tea only for Vata types?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. In Ayurveda this blend belongs to the family of teas traditionally associated with Vata, but anyone can drink it. On its own it is simply a warming, caffeine-free, citrus-and-fennel cup with a licorice sweetness, good any evening regardless of which dosha you lean toward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I brew it so the flavor comes through?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse freshly boiled water and steep for ten to fifteen minutes. 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Ashwagandha offers adaptogenic support. Tulsi brings gentle clarity. Lemon balm keeps the cup light. Ginger and Ceylon cinnamon add warm comfort. Turmeric and Tellicherry black pepper give the blend depth and daily wellness support. Drink it in the evening or whenever you need a quiet moment. Each batch is blended by hand for clean taste and freshness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"430\"\u003eFlavor profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWarm ginger. Soft cinnamon. Earthy turmeric. Light citrus from lemon balm. Mild spice from black pepper. 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