Care & Use

Care is part of the ritual.

A few simple habits can help you enjoy your tea and herbal products with greater ease, consistency, and attention. Use the guidance below as a starting point, then follow the directions provided with your product whenever they differ.

Pu-erh Tea Tokens

Each token contains approximately 7 grams of aged shou pu-erh tea. Pu-erh is generous and can be steeped several times. Water, vessel size, and personal taste will all shape the cup.

For a small pot or gaiwan

Place one token in a 100–150 ml vessel.
Use water just off the boil, approximately 200–212°F (93–100°C).
Rinse the tea briefly with hot water, then pour the rinse away.
Begin with a 10–20 second infusion.
Re-steep several times, gradually lengthening each infusion until the flavor becomes lighter.

For a larger cup or teapot

Place one token in approximately 12–16 ounces of hot water.
Steep for 3–5 minutes.
Taste and adjust the time or water quantity to suit you.
Re-steep while the leaves continue to offer flavor.

A note on taste: There is no single correct infusion. Shorter steeps tend to be lighter; longer steeps become deeper and more concentrated. Begin gently and let the tea teach you how you prefer it.

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Storing your tea

Keep the tokens in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Protect them from strong fragrances, kitchen odors, and excess moisture.
Use a breathable or lightly closed tea container rather than storing them beside aromatic herbs, spices, or coffee.

Health & Vitality Morning Supplement

Make consistency—not intensity—the center of your morning herbal practice.

Follow the serving directions on the package or the guidance given by your qualified practitioner.
Do not increase the serving because you missed a previous one.
Keep the bottle closed and store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
Keep out of reach of children.

Before using an herbal supplement: Speak with a qualified healthcare professional if you are pregnant or nursing, take prescription medication, have a medical condition, are preparing for surgery, or are uncertain whether the formula is appropriate for you. Stop use and seek guidance if you experience an unexpected reaction.

This information is educational and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.

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A simple way to begin

Choose a time and place you can return to. Clear enough space to prepare what you need. Let the first few breaths, sips, or moments happen without a screen.

The purpose is not to make the practice elaborate. It is to make it repeatable.

Nothing to measure. Nothing to perfect. Just a place to begin.

Questions?

If you have a question about an order, product care, or brewing, please contact us. For personal health questions, consult a qualified healthcare professional who can consider your individual circumstances.