Recipes: Love Potion Tea
We’ve all heard before the phrase “True love knows no boundaries” , but how often are we actually experiencing this? And what does it mean to open our hearts to loving unconditionally?
“To love means never to be afraid of the windstorms of life; should you shield the canyons from the windstorms you would never see the beauty of the carvings.”
— Elizabeth Kübler-Ross
Now onto some more self-love….truffles and a tea recipe! This sultry winter tea blend is made from warming red rooibos, dried rose petals, cacao and vanilla. The brilliant flecks of pink peppercorn aid in digestion and increase the potency of this antioxidant-rich tea. Ayurveda’s super root, Ashwagandha, is an adaptogenic root commonly used for its tonic properties to enhance concentration, improve circulation and support the nervous system. It’s also considered a powerful aphrodisiac! Pair this rich herbal potion with these rose truffles or these cardamom rosewater biscotti to invoke your sensual side.
½ cup loose leaf rooibos tea
¼ cup dried rose petals
2 cinnamon sticks, crushed
2 whole vanilla beans, chopped
2 tbsp cacao nibs
1 tbsp pink peppercorns
1 tbsp dried ashwangandha root
Combine all ingredients in a jar, lightly stir or shake until loosely combined. Seal and store out of direct sunlight until ready to use. To make the tea, boil water and place 1-2 tbsp of the loose leaf in a French press, tea strainer or tea bag. Pour hot water over tea and allow to steep for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve alone or with a splash of milk and raw honey.
Makes about 16oz loose tea
Beautiful words, Claire. I’ve been reflecting a bit about love today too – mostly self-love, which is what I struggle with the most. But having an open heart means having an open heart to yourself too, not just to others. And I really appreciate your reminder of that <3