Tea is more than just a comforting drink—it’s a wellness ritual that can help you live balanced throughout the year. Just as we adjust our wardrobes and diets to suit the changing seasons, our tea choices can also shift to support our bodies' needs. In Ayurveda and holistic wellness, different herbs and ingredients are recommended for summer to cool the body down and winter to provide warmth. Whether you're looking to refresh yourself in the heat or cozy up in the cold, the right tea can make all the difference.
Let’s explore the best teas to drink during summer and winter, along with why they’re beneficial for each season.
Best Teas for Summer: Cooling, Hydrating
During the summer, high temperatures and humidity can leave you feeling sluggish, overheated, and dehydrated. The key to choosing the right summer tea is to opt for cooling herbs and keep you hydrated. When we say ‘cooling’ in Ayurveda, what we are referring to is the energetics of the herb, the impact that it would have on your body and mind; it doesn’t have anything to do with the temperature of the tea. In fact, ice / icy cold drinks are not recommended in Ayurveda especially for those trying to take care of their gut health.
Hibiscus Tea: The Ultimate Summer Cooler
Hibiscus tea is naturally tart, slightly sweet, and packed with antioxidants. It is known for its cooling properties and helps regulate body temperature, making it a perfect summer drink. Hibiscus also supports heart health and promotes hydration, making it a great alternative to sugary beverages.
Peppermint Tea: A Natural Air Conditioner
Peppermint contains menthol, which creates a cooling sensation in the body. Drinking peppermint tea can help with digestion, reduce bloating, and provide a refreshing lift. It’s especially good for hot summer days when you need a light, energizing beverage.
Lemongrass & Fresh Ginger Tea: Detoxifying and Light
While ginger is often thought of as a warming ingredient, in small amounts, it can aid digestion and refresh the body in hot weather. Lemongrass adds a citrusy, uplifting note and is known for its detoxifying properties. This herbal tea is great for maintaining hydration while keeping your system light and refreshed.
AyurSome Wellness ‘Cup-It-Cool’ Tea: A Summer Love Potion
Our special Cup-It-Cool tea is designed to bring a sense of balance, featuring cooling herbs that help refresh your body and mind. This is an herbal tea blend of rose, cardamom, fennel, coriander seeds and licorice root and is perfect for a hot day. To have it cool, just soak this loose leaf rose tea blend in water overnight, strain it and have the water first thing in the morning.
Best Teas for Winter: Warming, Immune-boosting
When temperatures drop, our bodies naturally crave warmth and grounding. The best winter wellness teas include spices and herbs that promote circulation, enhance digestion, and boost immunity.
Chai: A Spiced Winter Favorite
Chai, although caffeinated, with its blend of warming spices like cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and cloves, is the perfect winter drink. These spices help improve circulation and create a cozy feeling that’s ideal for a treat occasional during the colder months. Enjoy it with a dash of milk for extra comfort.
Dry Ginger Tea: A Natural Cold Fighter
Dry ginger is known for its warming effects and ability to boost immunity. It helps stimulate digestion, ward off colds, and improve circulation—everything you need during winter. Adding honey and lemon enhances its soothing properties, making it a go-to remedy for sore throats and chills. Let the tea cool down to close to room temperature before adding honey and lemon though. Heated honey can be toxic according to Ayurveda, and you don’t want to kill the Vitamin C from the lemon by adding it to super-hot water.
Cinnamon Tea: A Cozy and Blood Sugar-Friendly Drink
Cinnamon has naturally warming properties and is great for stabilizing blood sugar levels. It pairs well with apple slices or a touch of vanilla for a festive winter drink.
AyurSome Wellness ‘Deconges Tea’: A Winter Hug
Our Deconges tea is designed to bring warmth and relaxation during the colder months. With soothing herbs and adaptogens, it’s the perfect way to end a chilly day. This tea is a blend of Holy Basil aka Tulsi, Ginger and Licorice root. The comfort of holy basil, the warmth of ginger and the sweetness of licorice root are perfect to cozy up!
Final Thoughts
Just like food, tea can be a powerful way to nourish and balance your body throughout the year. By choosing cooling, hydrating teas in summer and warming, immune-supportive teas in winter, you can support your overall well-being and make your tea-drinking experience even more enjoyable.
Explore our range of AyurSome Wellness teas to find the perfect blend for every season!