Valerian is one of the most time-honored herbs for rest in European tradition. It has a famously pungent aroma — many people blend it with sweeter herbs — but its reputation for the evening is well earned.
How to brew: 1 tsp per cup of just-boiled water. Cover and steep 10–15 minutes; enjoy 30–60 minutes before bed.
Taste: pungent, earthy, musky
Traditionally used for: restful sleep, relaxation, easing tension
Pairs with: chamomile, lemon balm, lavender
Certified organic, hand-weighed and packed at our Rockville Centre studio. Causes drowsiness; do not drive or combine with alcohol or sedative medications. Consult your practitioner if pregnant, nursing or taking medications. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA; this product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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