Zen Zing
A function-first blend for calm, sharp focus. Using Holy Basil and Gotu Kola and L-theanine rich Steamed Green Tea for a steady lift that feels clear and centred. Zingy lemongrass and cooling spearmint sharpen the senses, while Himalayan Timur Pepper adds an invigorating hit of mountain electricity.
Holy Basil, Lemongrass, Lemon balm, Green Tea, Gotu Kola, Timur Pepper, Spearmint, Liquorice
For the best brew
- 1 bag per cup.
- Let boiled water rest for 1 minute before pouring.
- Steep 3-4 minutes.
Take a deep breath in… and out. Watch the tea settle. Watch your mind settle. Think of nothing. Think of a rhinoceros. What an outrageous animal to exist alongside us. Right now, in this reality? That’s wild. Anyway, back to the tea. Back to the breath. You’re good.
Enter the Zen Zing Zone
Originally crafted for meditation, which sounds very serious until you remember meditation is mostly just sitting there trying not to think about biscuits. This blend works just as well before deep work, creative sessions, or any moment where you need your brain to actually cooperate. Holy Basil and Gotu Kola meet L-theanine-rich green tea, lemon balm, and a citrusy tingle from Himalayan Timur pepper. Six botanicals for calm, centred flow. Alert but not wired. Focused but not tense. The kind of clarity where scattered thoughts settle and you remember what you were actually trying to do.
Focus without the faff
How about something that isn't matcha or coffee? No whisks. No litre of oat milk. No three espressos followed by an existential crisis at 3pm. Zen Zing delivers L-theanine-rich green tea for calm concentration. L-theanine is an amino acid that promotes settled, alert clarity - the kind where you're focused but not wired. Holy Basil and Gotu Kola bring centuries of traditional use for balance and mental steadiness, while Timur pepper adds a citrus-bright tingle that activates your trigeminal receptors and snaps you into the present. The smell alone will wake you up. Six botanicals working together for flow, not frazzle.
Built for the ritual
Each plant-based bag holds over 3 grams of premium botanicals. Let boiled water rest for a minute before pouring. Partly to protect the delicate green tea, partly to give you a moment to breathe. Steep for 3-4 minutes. Watch the tea settle. Watch your mind settle. The result? A cup that tastes bright, zingy, and layered, delivering the clarity these botanicals are traditionally known for.
THE ANSWERS TO LIFE’S BIG (TEA) QUESTIONS
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Clean, bright, and gently uplifting. You get fresh mint, soft lemon, herbal warmth from Holy Basil, and a citrus-tingly spark from Timur pepper. It's refreshing without being sharp, calming without being heavy. Think clarity in a cup - herbaceous but not earthy, vivid but not overpowering. The smell alone is zingy enough to wake you up.
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Yes, but gently. The green tea provides a mild caffeine lift - much less than coffee or even black tea. Combined with L-theanine, it creates calm focus rather than jittery energy. You get the clarity without the spike and crash.
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L-theanine is an amino acid naturally found in green tea. It's widely studied for promoting calm concentration by increasing alpha brain wave activity - that's the relaxed-but-alert state. When combined with the gentle caffeine in green tea, it creates smooth, steady clarity rather than a jittery buzz. It's why green tea feels different from coffee.
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Holy Basil (Tulsi) has been studied for its adaptogenic properties - helping the body manage stress and maintain balance. Gotu Kola contains triterpenoids, compounds traditionally linked with cognitive support and mental clarity. Lemon balm contains rosmarinic acid, which research suggests may help with calmness and focus. Spearmint has been linked in studies with improved working memory. These botanicals bring centuries of traditional use backed by modern research into how they support mental clarity and calm.
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Himalayan Timur pepper creates a gentle, citrusy tingle on your tongue - it's sensory, not spicy. This activates your trigeminal nerve (the sensory nerve that detects texture, temperature, and certain flavours), which naturally heightens presence and attention. It's a deliberate sensory cue that helps bring you into the moment. Subtle, interesting, not overwhelming.
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Both. That's the point. Most teas make you choose between wired or tired. Zen Zing does calm focus - settled but alert, clear-headed but not tense. The L-theanine and Holy Basil help you settle, while the green tea and Timur pepper keep you present and focused. It's the sweet spot between "need a nap" and "reorganising my entire life at 2am."
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You can, but it does contain some caffeine from the green tea. If you're sensitive to caffeine later in the day, stick to mornings or early afternoons. If you're not particularly caffeine-sensitive, the gentle amount in Zen Zing paired with L-theanine shouldn't keep you up.
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Let boiled water rest for 1 minute - this protects the delicate green tea from scorching, which can make it bitter. Then steep one bag for 3-4 minutes. This timing extracts the full range of beneficial compounds including L-theanine, polyphenols, and the aromatic oils from the herbs. Take a moment to breathe while it steeps. That's part of the ritual.
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Yes! The botanicals hold up well for a second steep. The first brew is brighter and more focused, while the second is mellower with the herbal notes coming forward. Steep the second cup a bit longer to extract the remaining compounds.
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Anyone who's ever had three tabs open, a deadline looming, and a brain that's decided now is the perfect time to wonder what pigeons think about. Remote workers who need to actually focus. Creators mid-project. People doing deep work without wanting to vibrate through their chair. If you're after calm clarity without the caffeine chaos or the urge to reorganise your entire life at 11pm, this is for you.
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Zen Zing is made with natural botanicals and is generally suitable for most people. However, if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, on medication, or have any health concerns, it's best to check with a healthcare professional first.
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Yes. Our tea bags are 100% plant-based and biodegradable, made from materials that break down naturally. The packaging pouch is made from plant-based materials and is industrially compostable.
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The tea bags are biodegradable and can go in your food waste or compost. The pouch is industrially compostable - check if your local council collects compostable packaging, or look for industrial composting facilities near you. Collection and processing options vary by area, so it's worth checking your local guidance.