My favorite Nourishing Tea
A Refreshing Herbal Blend for Womb Wellness and Whole-Body Support
Hey everyone,
I’m excited to share one of my favorite tea blends with you today! It’s deeply nourishing for the womb, gently detoxifying, and absolutely delicious.
I personally love drinking it cold and sipping on it throughout the day—it’s both refreshing and supportive for the body.
Red raspberry leaf - one of my favorite herbs to use, especially during the menstrual cycle. It’s well known for helping to reduce cramping, heavy bleeding, and irregular periods.
Not only that—it’s also rich in essential nutrients like B vitamins, magnesium, iron, and potassium, making it a deeply nourishing support for your body.
The next herb I love to include in this tea blend is…
Nettle leaf aka stinging nettle is truly a powerhouse herb, especially for women’s wellness, reducing inflammation, and supporting detoxification.
Packed with iron, calcium, magnesium, potassium, zinc, vitamin C, B vitamins, vitamin K, and chlorophyll, it’s a nutrient-dense gem.
Nettle is fantastic for those who are anemic, fatigued, or nutrient-deficient, helping to replenish and restore balance.
Not only does it help balance hormones, but it also supports liver detox, helps stabilize blood sugar, and offers so many other amazing benefits.
I highly recommend looking into all the amazing ways nettle leaf can support your health—it’s truly an incredible herb!
Hibiscus, also known as Jamaica, is made from dried hibiscus flowers. It boasts a bright, tangy, and slightly tart flavor, reminiscent of cranberries.
Personally, I absolutely love the taste of hibiscus, especially when enjoyed as a cold tea. Beyond its refreshing flavor, hibiscus also offers powerful anti-inflammatory properties, is rich in antioxidants, and supports digestion.
And let’s not forget the gorgeous, vibrant red color it adds to the tea.
One of the final ingredients I want to highlight in this tea blend is tamarind paste.
Tamarind paste is a thick, dark brown concentrate with a sweet-sour flavor (though I find it leans more on the sour side). It’s made from the pulp of the tamarind pod, which is the fruit of the tamarind tree.
Tamarind trees are typically found in regions like the Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, and India.
You can make tamarind paste from scratch, or like I did, purchase it ready-made. The seeds are removed during the process, leaving just the pulp.
Not only does tamarind add a unique, tangy, Bold flavor, but it’s also packed with magnesium, potassium, calcium, and iron, making it a great addition to this nourishing blend.
To balance out all the bold flavors in this tea, I added a generous amount of fresh ginger, lime juice, and agave nectar. The agave nectar brings a touch of sweetness, but you can easily substitute it with honey if you prefer.
Disclaimer: Before consuming any of the herbs mentioned, please be aware of potential precautions if you have low blood pressure, are pregnant, or are taking other medications. It’s important to do your own research and consult with a holistic professional.
Ok, let me share the recipe.
Serving size: 32oz +
2 tbsp dried hibiscus leaf
1/2 tbsp nettle leaf
1 tbsp dried red raspberry leaf
2-inch fresh ginger
1 tbsp tamarind paste
1-2 limes or lemons, juiced
2-3 tbsp agave nectar (or to desired sweetness)
4 cups water
Instructions:
Clean and cut fresh ginger into small pieces to add to tea pot.
Place fresh ginger, dried hibiscus, red raspberry leaf, and nettle leaf into a tea infuser or directly into your teapot.
Bring 4 cups of water to slight below boiling.
Pour the hot water over the herbs in the infuser or teapot.
Cover and let the tea steep for 5 to 10 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer it—the longer it steeps, the more vibrant the flavor and color become. Personally, I like to let mine steep for a few hours until it cools to room temperature for a deeper, richer brew.
o your glass jar, add the tamarind paste, lime juice, and agave nectar. I recommend pouring in a small amount of the warm tea first—just enough to help these ingredients dissolve and blend together smoothly. This makes it easier for everything to mix evenly once you add the rest of the tea after it has cooled down.
If you used loose herbs without an infuser, strain the tea before adding into your glass jar.
Allow the tea to cool completely before adding it to the glass jar.
Once all the tea has been added, give the jar a good shake to mix everything thoroughly. Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed to suit your preference.
If the tea flavor is too strong for your taste, you can dilute it by adding more water until it reaches your desired strength.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It tastes best when it’s cold or served over ice.
I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do! Let me know if you give it a try—I’d love to hear what you think.
Much love,
-Steph
