Body Balance
Body Balance
Body Balance

Organic Herbal Tea | Herbaceous & Citrus | Caffeine-Free

Organic Body Balance Adaptogen Tea

Blended in Oregon Floral Earthy

Holy Basil, lemongrass, marshmallow root, and lavender. The adaptogen blend that drinks like calm itself.

Ingredients: Organic Lemongrass, Organic Holy Basil, Organic Marshmallow Root, Organic Calendula Flowers, Organic Hawthorn Berries, Organic Lavender Flowers.

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About Body Balance

The adaptogen blend for the stress that lives in the shoulders.

An organic herbal blend built around Holy Basil, the adaptogen Ayurveda calls "Tulsi" and considers the queen of herbs. Lemongrass adds a bright, citrus-like lift. Marshmallow root releases mucilage when steeped, coating the cup with a silky sweetness. Lavender flowers soften the edges. Calendula and hawthorn berries round it out. The cup tastes herbaceous and grounding, with a natural sweetness that comes from the roots, not sugar. Caffeine-free. The tea for the moment when you need to stop holding your breath.

Why adaptogens, and why Holy Basil.

"Adaptogens" entered Western herbalism through Soviet-era research in the 1940s, though the plants themselves have centuries of traditional use. The term describes herbs that help the body adapt to stress by modulating cortisol response. Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum) has been central to Ayurvedic practice for over 3,000 years, used to support resilience under mental and physical strain. Modern studies show it acts as a mild anxiolytic and anti-inflammatory. Herbalists call it a "normalizer," which means it tends to bring the body back to center rather than pushing it in one direction.

The after-work ritual.

Steep 1.5 teaspoons in 8 ounces of full-boil water for 6 to 7 minutes. Drink it warm, in the transition between the workday and the evening. The marshmallow root needs time to release its mucilage, which is what gives the cup its silky mouthfeel. The Holy Basil and lavender work on the nervous system. Most customers notice a softening within 20 to 30 minutes. Blended in our Salem, Oregon kitchen.

Organic Ingredients
  • Organic Lemongrass
  • Organic Holy Basil
  • Organic Marshmallow Root
  • Organic Calendula Flowers
  • Organic Hawthorn Berries
  • Organic Lavender Flowers
Tasting Notes

Aroma: Bright lemongrass over a base of fresh basil and soft lavender. Herbaceous, not perfumed.

Flavor: Complex and savory-sweet. The peppery, clove-like note of Holy Basil opens the cup. Lemongrass brightens the middle. Marshmallow root settles in with a coating sweetness.

Mouthfeel: Silky and thick. The marshmallow root mucilage coats the palate and lingers after the sip.

Why You'll Love It

Holy Basil, the adaptogen: Ayurveda calls it "Tulsi" and considers it sacred, planted in courtyards and used in daily rituals for over 3,000 years. The traditional use is to support mental clarity and resilience under stress. Modern studies show Holy Basil acts as a mild anxiolytic and anti-inflammatory. Western herbalism classifies it as an adaptogen, a plant that helps the body normalize its stress response rather than sedating or stimulating.

Marshmallow Root, the demulcent: Contains 5 to 11% mucilage, a slippery polysaccharide that turns gel-like when steeped. The mucilage coats the digestive tract and the throat, which is why the tea has a silky, soothing mouthfeel. Folk herbalism calls it "lotion for the inside."

Lavender and Lemongrass, the lifting notes: Lavender has been used in Western aromatherapy for centuries as a nervine, an herb that works on the nervous system. Lemongrass adds the bright, citrus-like note that keeps the cup from feeling heavy. Both lighten the adaptogen base without undermining it.

Hawthorn Berries: Traditional use in European herbalism centers on cardiovascular support. The berries have a mild, slightly sweet flavor and add depth to the blend.

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What's inside

Key ingredients

The botanicals at the heart of this blend, and where in the world they're traditionally grown.

Lemongrass

Cymbopogon citratus

Thailand & Sri Lanka

Holy Basil

Ocimum tenuiflorum

Uttar Pradesh, India

Marshmallow Root

Althaea officinalis

Hungary & Ukraine

Calendula Flowers

Calendula officinalis

Nile Delta, Egypt & Mediterranean

Hawthorn Berries

Crataegus monogyna

English countryside & China

Lavender Flowers

Lavandula angustifolia

Haute-Provence, France

Lemongrass

Cymbopogon citratus

Bright, lemony, and grassy, citrus without the tartness.

In the cup

Lemongrass is a tall tropical grass with a clean citrus aroma and none of the acidity of actual lemon. It brings a fresh, green lift to a cup and pairs easily with ginger and mint. A staple of Southeast Asian kitchens and tea traditions, it makes a light, refreshing brew hot or iced.

Traditionally grown in Thailand & Sri Lanka

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Holy Basil

Ocimum tenuiflorum

Tulsi, the sacred herb of India, peppery-sweet and steadying.

In the cup

Holy basil, known as tulsi, is a revered plant in India, grown in courtyards and central to daily ritual. Its flavor is warm and peppery with a clove-like sweetness, more savory than the basil on a pizza. A celebrated adaptogen in Ayurveda, tulsi is traditionally used to help the body find calm and balance.

Traditionally grown in Uttar Pradesh, India

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Marshmallow Root

Althaea officinalis

A silky, soothing root that softens and rounds a cup.

In the cup

Marshmallow root is the original marshmallow, the plant that gave the candy its name. Steeped in water it turns slightly silky and smooth, with a mild, faintly sweet, earthy flavor. Western herbalists classify it as a demulcent, a plant that coats and soothes, which is why it lends such a soft, gentle body to a blend.

Traditionally grown in Hungary & Ukraine

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Calendula Flowers

Calendula officinalis

Golden petals, long used in folk tradition to soothe and brighten.

In the cup

Calendula, also called pot marigold, is a bright golden-orange flower used for centuries in European folk herbalism. In tea it adds gentle color and a mild, slightly earthy note. It is best known in skin and beauty traditions, which is why it shows up in our complexion and women's wellness blends.

Traditionally grown in Nile Delta, Egypt & Mediterranean

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Hawthorn Berries

Crataegus monogyna

Tart little berries, a heart-of-the-hedgerow folk favorite.

In the cup

Hawthorn berries are small red fruits from the thorny hedgerow tree that lines the English countryside. They taste tart and mildly sweet, a little like rosehips. Hawthorn has a long history in both European and Chinese herbal traditions, where it is associated with the heart, and it lends a gentle fruitiness to a cup.

Traditionally grown in English countryside & China

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Lavender Flowers

Lavandula angustifolia

Soft floral perfume, traditionally used to calm and quiet the mind.

In the cup

Lavender is the purple bud of a Mediterranean shrub, dried at peak fragrance. A little goes a long way: it brings a soft, floral perfume and a faintly sweet, herbal finish to a cup. Long tied to rest and calm in European tradition, it is a natural partner to chamomile in an evening blend. The finest grows in Provence.

Traditionally grown in Haute-Provence, France

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TeaSalem, Oregon

Organic Body Balance Adaptogen Tea

Steep long. Breathe slow.

Caffeine: None
8.0 oz
Water
212°F
Temperature
1.5 tsp
Leaf
6 min
Steep Time
1
Cup

Craft Your Cup

A few notes from our teamakers.

The After-Work Cup
Brew 1.5 teaspoons in 8 ounces of full-boil water for 6 minutes. Drink it warm, in the quiet 20 minutes between walking in the door and starting dinner. The Holy Basil works as an adaptogen, which means it helps the nervous system shift gears. Most customers notice a softening in the shoulders within half an hour.

Iced Body Balance with Honey
Brew double-strength (2 teaspoons in 8 ounces, 7 minutes). While the tea is still warm, dissolve 1 teaspoon of local honey. Pour over ice. The marshmallow root mucilage stays silky even cold, and the honey rounds the herbaceous notes. A cooling, grounding drink for a hot, overstimulating day.

Morning Adaptogen Tonic
Brew 1.5 teaspoons for 7 minutes. Strain. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a small drizzle of raw honey. The lemon amplifies the lemongrass, the honey softens the bitterness of the Holy Basil. Drink it first thing on a day when you know the stress is coming. The adaptogen works best with consistent use.

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Your Questions About Body Balance, Answered.

When should I drink Body Balance?

The transition moment between work and home. Most customers drink it in the late afternoon or early evening, when the day's stress is still sitting in the body but bedtime is still a few hours away. The Holy Basil works as an adaptogen, not a sedative, so it calms without making you drowsy. You can also drink it mid-morning on a high-stress day.

Is this safe during pregnancy?

No. Holy Basil is traditionally contraindicated during pregnancy in Ayurvedic practice. If you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medication, consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before drinking any herbal blend with adaptogenic or medicinal herbs.

What does Holy Basil taste like?

Holy Basil has a peppery, clove-like flavor with a slight bitterness underneath. It tastes herbaceous, not sweet. In this blend, the lemongrass brightens it, the marshmallow root sweetens it, and the lavender softens the edges. The cup reads as grounding and savory-sweet, closer to a tonic than a dessert tea.