Caffeinated Mood-Boosting Herbal Green Tea (Giddy Goblin)

All tea blends are carefully handcrafted and made with 100% organic herbs in sustainable, compostable packaging!

This mood-boosting tea blend will get you feeling giddy like this jumping goblin! This blend is caffeinated due to the green tea content.

Pour 1 cup of hot water (180° F) over 1-2 tsp. of tea blend and let steep for 3-5 minutes. Strain and enjoy!
The more teaspoons used and longer the tea is steeped = the stronger the taste and effects
1 oz makes up to 25 cups of tea
2 oz makes up 50 cups of tea
Taste: Fresh, herbal, leafy, mildly tart

Ingredients
Sencha green tea leaf: Sencha (Camellia sinensis) is a type of Japanese green tea made from leaves that are steamed and rolled. Green tea contains the chemical theanine, which promotes calmness, and also contains the amino acid L-theanine, which has been shown to possibly support brain function, improve stress-related symptoms, reduce sleep quality problems, and potentially promote mental well-being. A systematic review from 2017 discovered that green tea may benefit cognition (memory and attention), mood, and brain function due to the caffeine and L-theanine content. Caffeine and L-theanine can work synergistically to improve brain function. One cup of sencha green tea contains 40-60 milligrams of caffeine.

Tulsi leaf: Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) (also referred to as Holy Basil), has many benefits including evidence of boosting mood and relieving stress. Tulsi is an adaptogen, which is an herb that helps the body adapt to stress and promote balance. Studies have demonstrated that tulsi may increase energy, help manage physical and emotional stress, improve fatigue, and help fight infections due to its constituent, eugenol, which has anti-inflammatory properties. One particular study found that tulsi decreased stress in participants by 37% and improved sleep quality by 48% after 8 weeks of administration.

Peppermint leaf: Among the many benefits of peppermint (Mentha piperita), it has been demonstrated that it may improve energy levels, reduce fatigue, improve concentration and focus, and improve sleep quality. Peppermint is also well-known to assist with sinuses, headaches, and fresh breath. It is a nice addition to enhance flavor and possibly contribute to mood boost and memory enhancement.

Dried lemon peel: Lemon peel (Citrus limon) contains many antioxidants, including D-limonene and vitamin C, which may help improve mood, learning, and memory, and help fight against infections and diseases. Lemon peel actually contains a higher concentration of nutrients and bioactive compounds compared to lemon juice.

Disclaimers
This product was produced in a home kitchen not inspected by a health department. If you have safety concerns, please contact your local health department.

Please consume in moderation and do your own research accordingly if you are on any medications, pregnant, or have allergies. Tulsi is reported to have an anti-fertility effect so it should be avoided if trying to get pregnant. Tulsi may also increase blood clotting time, so it should not be taken with medications that slow blood clotting. Peppermint should not be taken with cyclosporine.

These statements and products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, so therefore are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases. We recommend that you consult with a medical professional before using, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medication.

Research Study Sources
Abdelhalim, A. R. (2021). The effect of Mentha piperita L. on the mental health issues of university students: A pilot study. Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmacognosy Research, 9(1), 49–57. https://doi.org/10.56499/jppres20.932_9.1.49
Hidese, S., Ogawa, S., Ota, M., Ishida, I., Yasukawa, Z., Ozeki, M., & Kunugi, H. (2019). Effects of L-theanine administration on stress-related symptoms and cognitive functions in healthy adults: A randomized controlled trial. Nutrients, 11(10), 2362. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu11102362
Lopresti, A. L., Smith, S. J., Metse, A. P., & Drummond, P. D. (2022). A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial investigating the effects of an Ocimum tenuiflorum (Holy Basil) extract (Holixer™) on stress, mood, and sleep in adults experiencing stress. Frontiers in Nutrition, 9, 965130. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2022.965130
Mancini, E., Beglinger, C., Drewe, J., Zanchi, D., Lang, U. E., & Borgwardt, S. (2017). Green tea effects on cognition, mood and human brain function: A systematic review. Phytomedicine, 34, 26–37. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.phymed.2017.07.008