Awww! Those Days Tea

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Awww! Those Days Tea is a caffeine-free Ayurvedic herbal blend built around three classical botanicals — Shatavari, Lodhra, and Ashoka — each with centuries of documented standing in classical Ayurvedic texts. Ginger, cinnamon, fenugreek, fennel, Tulsi, and spearmint round out the formula with aromatic and culinary depth drawn from South Asian and Mediterranean botanical traditions. There is no Camellia sinensis in this blend. Contains no Camellia sinensis. This blend is caffeine-free by composition. The Botanicals Shatavari Root (Asparagus racemosus) Shatavari is a climbing plant of the asparagus family, native to the forests and grasslands of India and the Himalayas. Its Sanskrit name — loosely translated as “she who possesses a hundred roots” — reflects its deep presence in Ayurvedic botanical literature. It appears extensively in classical texts including the Charaka Samhita, where it is recognized as a Rasayana botanical of significant standing. Shatavari has been part of Ayurvedic compound formulas for generations across South Asia and contributes a subtle, slightly sweet character to this blend. Lodhra Bark (Symplocos racemosa) Lodhra is a small to medium-sized tree native to the Eastern Himalayas and distributed across South and Southeast Asia, found in the forests of India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. The bark of Lodhra has been documented in Ayurvedic classical literature for over two thousand years, appearing in the Charaka Samhita, the Sushruta Samhita, and the Ashtanga Hridayam — three of the most foundational texts in the Ayurvedic canon. In classical Ayurvedic formulation, Lodhra bark is classified as an astringent botanical of notable standing and has been incorporated into compound preparations across a wide range of traditional Ayurvedic practice. It is among the classical botanicals that form the basis of Indian botanical medicine’s engagement with the natural world. In this blend, Lodhra bark contributes a dry, gently astringent character that grounds the lighter aromatic herbs in the formula. Ashoka Bark (Saraca asoca) Ashoka — from the Sanskrit meaning “without sorrow” or “that which removes grief” — is a flowering tree native to the Indian subcontinent, widely distributed across the forests of India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia. The Ashoka tree holds a significant place in Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain religious and cultural traditions: it is considered sacred in Hindu mythology, appears in the Ramayana, and Buddhist tradition holds that Siddhartha Gautama was born beneath an Ashoka tree. The bark of the Ashoka tree has been documented in Ayurvedic classical texts — including the Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita — and has been used in Ayurvedic compound formulas for centuries. It contributes a deeply astringent, earthy character to this blend, adding classical botanical weight to the formula. Tulsi / Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) Tulsi — known as Holy Basil in English — holds one of the most significant places of any plant in South Asian cultural and botanical history. Cultivated in Hindu households, temples, and Ayurvedic gardens for millennia, it is classified in classical Ayurvedic literature as a Rasayana botanical and qualifies as a true adaptogen with centuries of traditional use across South Asia. Its flavor is complex: clove-like, slightly peppery, with a subtle sweetness that defines the aromatic character of this blend alongside spearmint and fennel. Shatavari, Lodhra, and Ashoka as a Triad These three botanicals appear together across classical Ayurvedic formulation traditions, each well-documented in the Ayurvedic canon and representing some of the most deeply rooted plant knowledge in South Asian botanical history. Their presence together in this blend reflects classical Ayurvedic compound practice — the tradition of combining botanicals with complementary classical profiles into formulas designed for daily botanical ritual. Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) Fenugreek is one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world, with archaeological evidence of its use in the Near East dating back over six thousand years. In South Asian and Middle Eastern culinary tradition, fenugreek seeds and leaves are foundational — appearing in Indian spice blends, Ethiopian berbere, Egyptian breads, and Persian stews. In Ayurvedic botanical tradition, it appears under the Sanskrit name Methi and has been part of compound formulas for centuries. Its flavor is warm, slightly bitter, with a distinctive maple-like depth that grounds the lighter aromatics in this blend. Fennel Seed (Foeniculum vulgare) Fennel is a plant with deep roots in Mediterranean culinary tradition, cultivated across ancient Greece, Rome, the Arab world, and India. In South Asian cooking, fennel seeds are ubiquitous — used in spice blends, mouth fresheners, and botanical preparations. In Ayurvedic tradition, fennel seed (Shatapushpa) has a long documented presence in classical compound formulas. In this blend, fennel contributes its characteristic sweet anise character, lifting and brightening the heavier Ayurvedic botanicals. Spearmint (Mentha spicata) Spearmint has been cultivated across the Mediterranean and Middle East for millennia, with use in herbal teas spanning cultures from Moroccan mint tea to South Asian herbal preparations. Lighter and sweeter than peppermint, spearmint brings a clean, bright aromatic note that opens the cup and balances the earthier Ayurvedic botanicals. In combination with fennel and Tulsi, it defines the aromatic character of the top notes in this blend. Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Ginger is one of the most globally distributed culinary botanicals in history — native to Southeast Asia and traded across ancient spice routes into South Asia, the Arab world, East Africa, and the Americas. In Ayurvedic tradition, dried ginger (Sunthi) appears across a vast range of classical compound formulas. In this blend, ginger provides warm, lightly spicy backbone that ties the aromatic herbs to the earthy classical Ayurvedic botanicals. Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) True cinnamon — Cinnamomum verum, sometimes called Ceylon cinnamon — has been one of the most prized spice trade commodities in history, originating in Sri Lanka and traveling ancient trade routes into the Arab world, Egypt, and eventually Europe. In South Asian culinary and botanical tradition, cinnamon is a warming spice used across a wide range of preparations. In this blend, it adds aromatic sweetness and gentle warmth that rounds out the spice profile and integrates the botanical depth of Shatavari, Lodhra, and Ashoka with the lighter aromatic herbs. About This Blend Awww! Those Days Tea draws from the classical Ayurvedic botanical tradition, anchored by three botanicals — Shatavari, Lodhra, and Ashoka — with centuries of documented presence in Ayurvedic texts including the Charaka Samhita, the Sushruta Samhita, and the Ashtanga Hridayam. Six aromatic and culinary herbs support the formula: Tulsi and spearmint define the top notes with bright, herbal complexity; fennel and fenugreek add South Asian culinary depth through the middle; ginger and cinnamon anchor the base with warmth and spice. The result is a multi-layered caffeine-free herbal cup that reflects both the depth of the Ayurvedic classical canon and the aromatic traditions of South Asian botanical culture. It brews to a warm amber, carries a complex herbal aroma with sweet spice warmth, and has a gently astringent finish from the Lodhra and Ashoka bark. Brewing Instructions Amount: 1–1.5 teaspoons per 8 oz of water Water temperature: 200–208°F (near boiling) Steep time: 5–7 minutes Vessel: Infuser basket, muslin bag, or French press Bark botanicals like Lodhra and Ashoka benefit from near-boiling water and longer steep times to fully release their character. The spearmint and fennel are prominent at shorter steeps; the classical Ayurvedic botanicals deepen with longer contact time. Start at 5 minutes and adjust to taste. This blend also works as a cold brew — steep in room temperature water for 8–10 hours for a smooth, herbal iced tea with the aromatic notes forward. Honey Pairings This blend pairs well with pure varietal honeys that complement its aromatic herbal character without masking the classical botanical depth. Orange Blossom Honey — Harvested from the blossoms of citrus groves, Orange Blossom Honey has a light floral character with a mild citrus undertone. It pairs naturally with the spearmint, fennel, and Tulsi notes in this blend — its citrus brightness lifts the aromatic top of the cup without competing with the earthy Ayurvedic base. Clean, elegant, and aromatic. Wildflower Honey — Wildflower honey varies by region and season, reflecting the diversity of blossoms available to the bees at the time of harvest. Its fuller, more complex sweetness pairs naturally with the layered botanical character of this blend, adding rounded honeyed depth that complements both the aromatic herbs and the classical Ayurvedic botanicals. A good choice for those who prefer a richer sweetness. Related Products Mrs. T Tea — A caffeine-free Ayurvedic herbal blend featuring Shatavari, Tulsi, Fenugreek, Fennel, and Spearmint — shares the aromatic culinary herb profile with a different classical botanical core. Vitality Balance Tea — A caffeine-free Ayurvedic botanical blend featuring Tulsi alongside Gymnema, Pipli, and Rooibos. Natural Nurture Tea — An Ayurvedic botanical blend featuring Ashwagandha, Shatavari, and Turmeric with rose petals. Frequently Asked Questions What does “Awww! Those Days” mean? The name is a character expression — the kind of thing you say on a day when you just want a warm, grounding cup of something real. It’s not a clinical description. This tea is for anyone who wants to reach for a deeply rooted Ayurvedic botanical blend on any day that calls for it. Is this tea caffeine-free? Yes. Awww! Those Days Tea contains no Camellia sinensis — no green tea, black tea, white tea, or oolong. Every ingredient is an herbal botanical or culinary spice. This blend is caffeine-free by composition and can be enjoyed at any time of day. What are Lodhra and Ashoka? Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa) and Ashoka (Saraca asoca) are classical Ayurvedic botanicals documented in foundational texts including the Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, and Ashtanga Hridayam. Both have been used in Ayurvedic compound formulas for centuries. Ashoka is also a sacred tree in Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain traditions, referenced in the Ramayana and associated with the birth of the Buddha. Both botanicals are deeply rooted in South Asian cultural and botanical history. What does this tea taste like? The opening is bright and aromatic — spearmint and fennel lead with their characteristic sweet, herbal character, lifted by Tulsi’s clove-like complexity. Through the middle, ginger and cinnamon add warm spice depth. The classical Ayurvedic botanicals — Shatavari, Lodhra, and Ashoka bark — contribute a gently astringent, earthy character that deepens with longer steeps. Orange Blossom Honey pairs particularly well by brightening the aromatic top without competing with the botanical base. How much tea do I use per cup? 1 to 1.5 teaspoons per 8 oz of water, near boiling (200–208°F), for 5–7 minutes. Adjust to taste. The botanical and cultural information provided on this page is for educational purposes only. For personalized guidance on any botanical ingredient, consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner or licensed healthcare provider. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Show more