(542)Herbal Drinks – A Gentle Evening Ritual

Herbal drinks are warm, soothing infusions made from seeds, leaves, spices and flowers that we usually keep in our kitchens. They are not just beverages but natural remedies that help the body stay light, balanced and refreshed. Please go through my blog on Spice Box which gives you detailed knowledge on the benefits of each spice.

When we start our day with chlorophyll-rich green juices, the body gets a cooling, cleansing boost. By evening, our system needs something warm to support digestion, calm the nerves and prepare for restful sleep. That is where herbal drinks play a vital role.

Taken around 4–5 pm, these drinks aid in balancing metabolism, reducing bloating, improving circulation and clearing toxins that build up during the day. Ingredients like cumin, coriander, fennel, tulsi, ginger, cinnamon, dill seeds, turmeric, rose and lemongrass each carry unique benefits – from cooling the body and calming the mind, to kindling digestive fire and reducing cravings.  A simple cup of herbal infusion every evening is a beautiful complement to the morning green juice, completing the daily cycle of natural detox and nourishment.

Wellness Tip: Start your mornings with a fresh green chlorophyll juice and end your evenings with a warm herbal drink. This gentle balance of cooling in the morning and warming in the evening supports natural detox, steady energy, better digestion and deep relaxation. Try the simple fortnight rotation plan and experience how small daily habits can bring big changes to your overall wellbeing.

Here are 15 herbal drink rotation plan as follows.

Day 1- Hibiscus Tea. (Rich in antioxidants, supports healthy blood pressure, refreshing & cooling.)

Day 2 – Fennel Tea. (Sweet, soothing, aids digestion and relieves bloating).

Day 3 – Ginger Tea. (Warming, boosts immunity, relieves nausea, aids metabolism).


Day 4 – Cardamom Tea. (Aromatic, improves digestion, balances heaviness after meals).

Day 5 – Chamomile Tea. (Calming, supports restful sleep and digestion).

Day 6 – Licorice Tea.(Soothes throat, boosts immunity, mild adaptogen. “Adaptogens are natural herbs that help the body cope with stress and restore balance — calming when you’re overactive, energizing when you’re fatigued.”


Day 5 – Mint Tea. (Refreshing, cooling, relieves gas and acidity).

Day 8 – Cinnamon Tea (warming, improves circulation)

Day 9 – Coriander Tea (cooling, balances pitta)

Day10 – Dill Tea (digestion, relieves bloating)

Day 11 – Holy Basil (Tulsi) Tea (immunity, respiratory health)

Day 12 – Cumin Tea (digestion, detox)

Day 13 – Carum (Ajwain) Tea (gas, bloating relief)

Day 14 – Lemongrass Tea (refreshing, calming nerves)

Day 15 Herbal Tea.

Difference Between Herbal Infusion, Tea & Herbal Water

Herbal Infusion

Pour boiling water over herbs, cover & wait for 10–20 mins (sometimes hours) it is for  extracting vitamins & minerals for medicinal use.

Tea

Simmer herbs/spices in hot water 3–5 mins It is for light Daily refreshment, digestion, relaxation.

Herbal Water

Boil or soak herbs/spices in water Overnight soak OR 5–10 mins boil for mild hydration, gentle detox.

Four adaptogens

Adaptogens are natural herbs that help the body cope with stress and restore balance — calming when you’re overactive, energizing when you’re fatigued.”

1.Tulsi (Holy Basil) – Stress relief, immunity booster, balances metabolism.


2. Licorice (Mulethi) – Reduces fatigue, soothes throat & digestion, supports adrenal health.


3. Ashwagandha – Calms anxiety, improves sleep, strengthens stamina & immunity.


4. Shatavari – Balances female hormones, supports reproductive health, cooling & nourishing.

List Of My Recipes