Earthy root from India's Rajasthan desert anchors our organic ashwagandha tea bags; licorice softens it, chamomile and lavender add a floral middle, and spearmint clears the finish. It's naturally caffeine-free, and it's our #1 best seller.
Why We Blend Ashwagandha into a 12-Herb Tea
Not many people know how to use ashwagandha in a tea. It is often sold on its own, as a single ingredient. Our founder spent decades studying Ayurvedic formulation — learning which herbs bring out ashwagandha's character and which ones complement its deep, earthy warmth.
Ashwagandha is called the "king of herbs" in Ayurveda, much like ginseng in Chinese tradition. It is often described as an adaptogen — a category of botanicals with a long history of use in traditional wellness practices. Our ashwagandha is sourced from the desert of Rajasthan, India, where the dry desert soil forces the root to grow dense and hard. The result is a deeply aromatic root you can actually smell and taste in every cup.
This blend builds on our original Anti-Stress tea. Our founder kept that formula's floral base of chamomile and lavender and rebuilt the blend around ashwagandha root as the anchor. Twelve organic herbs in one cup.
What You'll Taste
🌿 First sip: Smooth, grounding earthiness from ashwagandha root, softened by the natural sweetness of licorice root 🌸 Mid-palate: Gentle floral notes of chamomile and lavender, with an herbaceous, slightly clove-like warmth from tulsi 🍃 Finish: A clean, refreshing lift from spearmint, with a pleasant licorice aftertaste that lingers
Tasting notes: floral · lightly sweet · earthy · warm spice · clean mint finish
Our customers' favorite add-ins:
- Honey — the natural pairing that rounds out the licorice sweetness
- A splash of warm milk — for a creamy evening ritual
- A thin slice of fresh ginger — for those who like a little warmth
How to Brew
Standard cup: Pour freshly boiled water (200-212°F) over one tea bag. Steep 5-7 minutes. Leave the tea bag in the cup for a fuller experience.
Stronger brew: Use two bags or steep 10+ minutes. Gently press the tea bag with a spoon before removing to release every last drop of herbal extract. A long steep gives a deeper, earthier cup.
Our founder's evening ritual: Steep one bag in boiling water for 7-10 minutes. Gently squeeze the bag. Add a drizzle of honey. Enjoy as warm as possible, in the evening. This is how our founder drinks it every night.
Ashwagandha evening latte: Brew one bag in a small amount of hot water (about 4 oz) for 10 minutes. Add warm oat milk or whole milk and a teaspoon of honey. Stir. A cozy, caffeine-free alternative to your evening drink.
Iced wind-down tea: Brew two bags in 8 oz of hot water for 10 minutes. Pour over ice. Add honey and a sprig of fresh mint. A surprisingly refreshing way to enjoy this blend on warm evenings.
What Makes This Tea Different
| Herbal Cup Anti-Stress Ashwagandha | |
|---|---|
| Ashwagandha source | Desert of Rajasthan, India — dense, aromatic root |
| Number of herbs | 12 organic botanicals |
| Ashwagandha role | Anchor of the blend — you can taste and smell it |
| Formulation | Ayurvedic tradition, decades of blending expertise |
| Tea bags | Compostable Abaca hemp |
| Certification | USDA Organic + CCOF |
| Staples | None — fully compostable |
| Caffeine | Naturally caffeine-free |
Details
- Type: Herbal tea (naturally caffeine-free)
- Tea bags: 16 per box
- Ingredients: Organic Ashwagandha Root, Organic Licorice Root, Organic Chamomile Flowers, Organic Hibiscus Flowers, Organic Fennel Seeds, Organic Tulsi Leaves, Organic Coriander Seeds, Organic Ginger Root, Organic Spearmint Leaves, Organic Lavender Flowers, Organic Valerian Root, Organic Clove Buds
- Certifications: USDA Organic, CCOF Certified
- Tea bag material: Compostable Abaca hemp, no metal staples
- Blended in: California, USA, in an FDA-registered facility
- Key sourcing: Ashwagandha root from the desert of Rajasthan, India
- Botanical classification: Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) — a root with a long history of use in Ayurvedic herbalism, often described today as an adaptogen
Caution: Consult a health care provider prior to use. Do not use if pregnant or nursing, when you have a medical condition, or if you are using prescription drugs. This tea contains chamomile, a plant in the daisy (Asteraceae) family. If you are allergic to ragweed, daisies, marigolds or chrysanthemums, check with your health care provider before drinking it.
Customer Reviews
"Tea was delivered exactly when and where it was supposed to be, was exactly what we ordered and is very tasty." — Ruth G., verified Amazon purchase ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Individual results may vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Anti-Stress Ashwagandha Tea taste like? The flavor is smooth and grounding, with a gentle floral quality from chamomile and lavender, a warm herbaceous note from tulsi and clove, and a pleasant licorice sweetness. Spearmint keeps the finish clean and refreshing. You can distinctly smell and taste the ashwagandha — earthy and aromatic.
Are these ashwagandha tea bags? Yes: 16 tea bags per box, each a caffeine-free, 12-herb Ayurvedic blend anchored by ashwagandha root, with chamomile, tulsi and lavender.
Is this an ashwagandha chamomile tea? Yes — Anti-Stress Ashwagandha is an organic ashwagandha and chamomile tea, blended with tulsi, spearmint, lavender and licorice root (the full list is under Details). A naturally caffeine-free herbal tea to sip as part of a daily wind-down ritual.
Is this tea caffeine-free? Can I drink it in the evening? Yes, this blend is naturally caffeine-free. It contains no green tea, black tea, or any caffeinated ingredients. Many of our customers enjoy it as part of their evening wind-down ritual.
What is ashwagandha, and why is it in this tea? Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is known as the "king of herbs" in Ayurvedic tradition, similar to ginseng's status in Chinese herbalism. It is often described as an adaptogen — a traditional botanical category. Our ashwagandha is sourced from the desert of Rajasthan, India, where the dry soil produces a dense root with a deep, distinctive aroma.
How is this different from the original Anti-Stress tea? It builds on the original. It keeps the original's floral base of chamomile and lavender and puts ashwagandha root first, as the anchor ingredient. The ashwagandha brings a grounding, earthy depth that transforms the blend.
How should I brew it for the best experience? Pour freshly boiled water over one tea bag and steep for 5-7 minutes. For a richer cup, steep longer — this blend gets deeper and earthier with time. Leave the bag in the cup and gently squeeze before removing. Best enjoyed as warm as possible, with honey if desired.
Founder's Note
"I have combined ashwagandha so well with these herbs — so good — that people love this tea. It is our number one seller, and that tells you everything. The ashwagandha comes from the desert of Rajasthan, where the root becomes very hard. When you drink this tea, you can smell it, you can taste it." — Founder of Herbal Cup Tea
Related Evening Teas
Customers who love this tea also enjoy:
- Anti-Stress (Original) — the foundational blend, with linden flowers
- Ashwagandha Moringa — ashwagandha root meets moringa leaf
- Chamomile — for those who want a single-herb chamomile cup
- BedNite — our dedicated evening wind-down blend
Explore the collection:
- Stress & Calm Collection — our wind-down blends together
Important Information
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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