Herbs
Base Herbs
Base herbs form the foundation of our blends, offering a smooth and neutral base that complements other ingredients. They provide structure to the smoke while delivering mild, grounding effects.
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Aroma and Flavor: raspberry leaf has a mildly sweet aroma, reminiscent of black tea. The flavor is smooth and slightly sweet, with a taste that closely resembles that of black tea, making it a familiar and comforting option.
Effects: it offers a mild, earthy flavor and is often used to promote relaxation. It's a popular choice for those seeking a gentle, calming smoke.
Herbal Traditions: raspberry leaf has been used for centuries in European herbal traditions, particularly appreciated for its role in supporting general well-being. Its tea-like flavor makes it a comforting addition to herbal blends.
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Aroma and Flavor: Mullein offers a light, earthy aroma with a gentle sweetness. Its flavor is mild and smooth, characterized by a slightly sweet and neutral taste.
Effects: Mullein is appreciated for its soothing and calming qualities, making it a popular choice in herbal blends.
Herbal Traditions: with a strong tradition in European and North American herbal practices, Mullein has been widely used for its smooth and gentle smoke. It often serves as a base in smoking blends due to its light texture.
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Aroma and Flavor: Uva Ursi has a subtle, earthy aroma with hints of mild sweetness. Its flavor is similarly earthy, with a slightly bitter undertone, providing a grounding and natural taste that complements other herbs in a blend.
Effects: Uva Ursi, also known as bearberry, is valued for its astringent and cleansing properties. In smoking blends, it can add a grounding, balancing effect to your experience.
Herbal Traditions: Uva Ursi has been revered for centuries in herbal traditions for its grounding and cleansing properties. Often used in cultural rituals, this herb is appreciated for its earthy qualities and ability to bring balance to herbal blends. Its long history reflects the deep connection between nature and well-being.
Supportive Herbs
Supportive herbs enhance the experience by adding subtle, targeted effects. These herbs are traditionally used for their calming, clarifying, or balancing qualities, making them ideal for rounding out the blend.
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Aroma and Flavor: Mugwort has a distinct, slightly bitter, earthy aroma with herbal and sage-like notes. Its flavor is often described as mildly sweet with a touch of bitterness, and can have subtle hints of spice and pine.
Effects: Mugwort is known for its calming and relaxing properties, often used to enhance dreams and promote restful sleep. It can also stimulate the mind and creativity, while reducing stress and anxiety.
Herbal Traditions: traditionally, mugwort has been used in various cultures for dreamwork, divination, and protection. It’s been a popular herb for enhancing lucid dreaming and was historically used in teas, smudging rituals, and as a medicinal plant for digestive and menstrual issues.
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Aroma and Flavor: Damiana exudes an earthy and sweet aroma with subtle hints of spice. The flavor profile is mildly sweet with a slightly bitter undertone, accompanied by herbal and minty notes.
Effects: Damiana is known for its uplifting and mood-enhancing qualities, creating a sense of calm and relaxation. It has traditionally been appreciated for its aphrodisiac properties.
Herbal Traditions: Originating from Central and South America, Damiana has a long history of use in indigenous cultures, particularly valued for its ability to enhance mood and overall well-being. It is commonly enjoyed in teas and smoking blends.
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Aroma and Flavor: Skullcap has a mild, earthy aroma with a slightly sweet, grassy scent. Its flavor is often described as light and somewhat bitter, with herbal and slightly astringent undertones.
Effects: Skullcap is known for its calming and sedative effects, helping to reduce stress, anxiety, and nervous tension. It can promote relaxation, ease insomnia, and support restful sleep without causing grogginess.
Herbal Traditions: Skullcap has been used for centuries to treat conditions related to the nervous system, such as anxiety, stress, and sleeplessness. It’s often used in teas or tinctures for its soothing properties and is also believed to help with headaches, muscle tension, and recovery from mental exhaustion.
Flavor Herbs
Flavor herbs bring unique, aromatic notes that enhance the sensory experience. Chosen for their distinctive tastes and pleasant aromas, these herbs make each blend enjoyable and memorable.
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Aroma and Flavor: lavender’s aroma is strong, floral, and sweet, with a slightly herbaceous note. The flavor is sweet and floral, with a slightly bitter undertone that balances its aromatic profile.
Effects: the primary effects of smoking lavender are relaxation and a mild sedative impact, making it an excellent choice for unwinding at the end of the day or preparing for sleep.
Herbal Traditions: lavender has been valued since ancient times, used by the Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians for its aromatic and therapeutic properties. It remains widely used in aromatherapy, teas, and smoking blends to promote relaxation and relieve stress.
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Aroma and Flavor: Chamomile has a delicate, sweet floral aroma that is both soothing and uplifting. Its flavor is mild and slightly sweet, with hints of apple and honey, offering a comforting and gentle taste that complements other herbs in a blend.
Effects: Chamomile is widely known for its calming and relaxing effects. It helps to ease stress and tension, promoting a sense of peace and tranquility. Often used to support relaxation, chamomile can also enhance a restful mood, making it a popular choice for unwinding.
Herbal Traditions: Chamomile has long been treasured in herbal traditions for its calming and soothing properties. Often used in rituals and daily practices, this gentle herb is known for its delicate floral aroma and its ability to promote relaxation. Chamomile has been a staple in many cultures, symbolizing peace and comfort, and continues to be valued for its comforting presence in herbal blends.
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Aroma and Flavor: Rose Buds offer a sweet, floral aroma with a slight spicy hint. The flavor is mild and slightly sweet, with a delicate floral taste that is both soothing and uplifting.
Effects: Known for their calming and uplifting properties, Rose Buds promote emotional well-being and help soothe the mind while elevating mood. They are a favorite for those looking to enhance their sense of calm and happiness.
Herbal Traditions: Rose Buds pleasant aroma and delicate taste have made them a favorite for creating a sense of relaxation and gentle warmth, often used in rituals to promote love, self-compassion, and healing.
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Aroma and Flavor: Eucalyptus leaf has a strong, fresh, and invigorating aroma with sharp, minty, and camphor-like notes. The flavor is similarly bold and cooling, with a slightly bitter, medicinal quality and a hint of sweetness.
Effects: Eucalyptus leaf is primarily known for its refreshing and clearing effects, often used to open airways and improve respiratory function. It has energizing properties, helping to relieve congestion, clear the mind, and enhance focus while also offering soothing relief for inflammation and irritation.
Herbal Traditions: traditionally, eucalyptus has been widely used in herbal medicine, particularly for respiratory health. It has been employed in steam inhalations, salves, and teas to help with colds, coughs, and sinus issues. Indigenous cultures have long utilized eucalyptus leaves for their antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory benefits, often in poultices and washes to treat wounds and infections.
