Nighty Night®
Herbs like passionflower, chamomile and catnip are commonly used in Western herbalism to help folks relax, such as in our Nighty Night tea blend, one of our original teas from 1974. Passionflower is what we use the most of in this formula, because of its incredible herbal power. Also known as maypop, this vine is both a gentle sedative and a nervine, the perfect combination to help you get to sleep and get a good night’s rest.*
Tried and true chamomile flower, a classic bedtime remedy, is also in the blend. This herb has been used for centuries by herbalists worldwide to help calm the nervous system, reduce restlessness and ease digestion.* The ancient Egyptians adored this herb so much they offered it as a gift to their gods.
Another potent herb in the mix is catnip. While catnip’s scent might stimulate your cats, it will put you straight into relaxation mode.* Medieval herbalists of Europe would use this herb for a variety of purposes, including as an ingredient in soups and stews, and catnip is now used by herbalists around the world. Herbs that can be used this way are often called “pot herbs” in western herbalism since you can cook them in your soup pot.
In addition to passionflower, chamomile and catnip, Nighty Night also includes linden and hops to promote relaxation,* along with spearmint, lemon verbena, lemon peel and lemongrass for flavor. It’s minty, mildly bitter and sweet with pleasant notes of citrus and spice.