Hill Tea Three

### Herbal (Tisanes)

• What it is: Infusions of herbs, flowers, roots, or spices (not true tea)
• Caffeine: Usually none
• Effects: Gentle, supportive, calming or balancing depending on the herb
• Common uses:
  • Grounding & relaxation (chamomile, lemon balm)
  • Psychic/intuition support (mugwort, lavender)
  • Protection & cleansing (rosemary, sage, nettle)
• Best for: Evening rituals, meditation, mediumship, dreamwork, nervous system soothing

### Matcha

• What it is: Powdered green tea leaf (Camellia sinensis), consumed whole
• Caffeine: Yes, but smoother than coffee
• Effects: Focused energy, mental clarity, heart-centered alertness
• Unique qualities:
  • Contains L-theanine → calm + alert state
  • Traditionally used in Zen practice
• Best for: Morning rituals, tarot study, classes, creative focus, intention-setting