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Tasty hot turmeric curcuma milk in cup on old wooden table. Arranged with turmeric roots and spices. View from above with copy space

Despite our constant state of stress in today’s modern world, our bodies strive to reside in a state of equilibrium. There is no “cure all” for this stress we encounter, but there is an herb that can help combat it: ashwagandha. Rooted in Ayurvedic tradition, ashwagandha root is an adaptogenic herb used to counteract the reactions of stress in the body by reducing cortisol levels. Help support your body this holiday season with our Autumn Elixir at Mandala Tea House, available for the month of November only. This soothing blend of ashwagandha, cinnamon, ghee, turmeric, vanilla extract, and black pepper, steamed together with your choice of milk and poured over a bit of maple syrup, is sure to calm your senses and satisfy your taste buds! 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk of your choice (we prefer our house-made almond milk!)
  • ½ tsp ashwagandha
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ghee
  • ½ oz maple syrup
  • ¼ tsp turmeric
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • pinch of black pepper

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients (except maple syrup) in a milk-frothing pitcher.
  2. Steam until elixir has reached desired temperature.
  3. Pour over maple syrup and enjoy!

Notes

  • For an unsweetened version, simply leave out the maple syrup.
  • If you do not have a milk frother, combine all ingredients in a small saucepan and gently heat on a stovetop.
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Mandala Tea House

The Mandala Tea House offers organic teas, smoothies, elixirs, coffee, and treats made with the highest quality ingredients to support your potential for complete health. We prepare fresh nut milk, fruits, and vegetables daily, and almost everything we sell over our counter is made by hand. You will find only whole food ingredients in our almond milk, infused honeys, health elixirs, acai bowls, and delicious innovative smoothies. Our cleanses, ayurvedic services, culinary workshops, and our blog provides you a clear path toward optimum health, helping you to learn what is best to feed your very unique body, eat mindfully, and thoroughly enjoy your life. Move from Savasana to the Mandala to reflect, replenish, and rejuvenate.

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Jenn Thorp

Jenn Thorp

Formally, Jenn holds a B.S. in Kinesiology and is an E-RYT 500 Certified Yoga Instructor. Informally, she finds the way bodies move and learn to be the most fascinating miracle on the planet.