Three Pots, Three Intentions

There is something grounding about brewing tea for a table full of people. It slows the pace, opens the body, and brings everyone into the same breath. At a recent lunch with friends, we served three herbal pots. Each one carried a different job: comfort, balance, and calm.
Here is the complete breakdown with the correct ingredients.

Peppermint Digestive Comfort

Simple. Light. Soothing.

Ingredients:
• One fresh bunch of peppermint
• Hot water (just below boiling)

Why this pot:
Fresh peppermint brings a brighter aroma and a softer digestive effect than dried leaves. It helps the stomach relax and reduces fullness after a rich meal.

Benefits:
• Relaxes the digestive system
• Reduces bloating and tightness
• Creates a warm and cozy internal feeling

Perfect when the meal was big, the conversation was long, and the body needs ease.

Carb Balance Spice Tea

Warm. Strong. Supportive.
Known at the table as the tea that fights carbs.

Ingredients:
• Dried ginger root pieces
• Cinnamon flakes
• Whole cloves
• Whole cardamom pods
• Whole black peppercorns
• Cumin seeds
• Licorice root pieces

(You can use roughly 1 teaspoon of each ingredient per pot, adjusting based on heat and intensity.)

Why this pot:
After eating carbs like bread, rice, potatoes, sweet potatoes, or desserts, the body shifts into sugar regulation mode. This blend helps warm digestion and smooth the sugar curve.

Benefits:
• Supports sugar balance after carb heavy meals
• Reduces heaviness and sluggishness
• Warms digestion and boosts circulation

This is the pot that wakes up the system when everyone is leaning back in their chairs saying they are full.

Anise Calm and Digest Tea

Soft. Grounding. Restorative.

Ingredients:
• Anise flowers
• Anise seeds
• Fennel seeds
• Whole cardamom pods
• Whole black peppercorns
• Coriander seeds

Why this pot:
This blend was designed to calm the entire digestive tract. Anise and fennel are deeply soothing, while coriander and cardamom help release internal tension and discomfort.

Benefits:
• Relieves bloating and digestive tension
• Supports natural digestive flow
• Brings gentle relaxation through the chest and belly

Ideal after festive meals or any time the body needs a softer landing.

The Ritual Behind the Three Pots

Each pot had a clear intention.
Peppermint cools and comforts.
Spices activate warmth and balance.
Anise softens and restores.

Together, they create a simple ritual:
serve food, pour tea, let the body close the circle.