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Herbal KnowledgeDec 12, 2024
5 Herbs for Your Coziest Winter Ever
Winter can be a tough time. The days are shorter, darker, and colder. The gardening options are limited. And so many beloved pastimes aren’t as fun when it’s freezing or icy outside.
Thankfully, many herbal allies are a perfect fit for this time of year. Read on to learn about five of our top picks – and how to integrate them into your daily life for your coziest, comfiest winter ever.
Cayenne
When all you want to do is crank up the heat, put on your fuzziest socks and slippers, grab a warm blanket and a book, then hit the couch with our go-to winter hot cocoa. Our Spicy Hot Chocolate recipe features Cayenne for a tasty kick of spice.
Cayenne has traditionally been considered to be warming and stimulating to the circulatory system. Paired with sweet Cinnamon and rich Cacao, Cayenne’s heat quickly mellows and blends in. Mini marshmallows on top are optional but make this drink feel even more special.*
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Cinnamon
Inhaling certain scents can impact how we feel in the moment and trigger memories, so create a DIY simmer pot with your favorite cozy herbs on cold days. Cinnamon is a perfectly sweet and fragrant pick, but you can branch out and get creative.
LEARN HOW TO DIYNote: Simmer pots are intended to be inhaled only - not to be drank or ingested.
Clove
Need a quick craft idea for little ones (or yourself) on a cold day? Make a pomander, a simple holiday tradition that is centuries old.
LEARN HOW TO DIYNote: Pomanders are not intended to be ingested.
Ginger
Ginger is one of those versatile ingredients that can be used in sweet and savory dishes. Since winter is soup season, pair this spicy rhizome with your favorite root vegetables, squash, or pumpkin and a rich homemade broth. Ginger also pairs nicely with spicy Chili peppers, including Cayenne, so get creative.
On the sweet side, we love adding Ginger to baked goods, from cookies to banana bread. It’s also a fresh ingredient in our Calm Pom-Orange Sparkler, a refreshing adaptogenic mocktail perfect for holiday gatherings.*
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Peppermint
It might seem contradictory to reach for an herb that feels so cooling in winter, but chocolate and mint are a classic combo that taste even better after coming in from the cold.
Our Peppermint Spirits Hot Chocolate recipe uses our proprietary blend of Peppermint leaf extract and essential oil. Peppermint helps you digest with ease so you can get on with life, making this drink a delight between meals.*
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