In the Short and Sweet section of the magazine, we often feature companies that inspire us … and our recently-released Spring 2026 issue was no exception. In this piece, Niamh Ní Ghabhann & Karin Mueller share the benefits of daily rituals that incorporate the wonderful Solaris Tea. Keep reading to learn more!
Rituals of Renewal
The benefits of intentional tea.
By Niamh Ní Ghabhann & Karin Mueller
As we move from the winter’s stillness, spring invites us to lighten and refresh. This season of renewal is the perfect time to create a moment of pause through daily rituals that promote cleansing. One gentle, nourishing way to do this is through tea-based rituals inviting calm and intention throughout your day.
Morning Awakening: Matcha or Chun Mee Green Tea
Matcha preparation is a ritual in and of itself; the process of whisking the vibrant green powder with warm water and
watching it come alive encourages a mindful start to the day. With Solaris Organic Culinary Grade Matcha, you invite antioxidants and the gentle benefits of L-Theanine to awaken the senses and focus the mind.
Unlike caffeine, Matcha offers a sustained release of energy, which encourages calm and stillness. Whether you drink your Matcha hot as a meditative ritual or chilled and on the go, this moment sets the tone for the rest of your day. For those with busy schedules, Chun Mee teabags offer a simpler yet soothing alternative. Green tea is an excellent way to boost your mornings with a subtle fruity aroma and sweet aftertaste.
Afternoon Harmony: Organic Lemony Harmony
As your day gathers momentum, it can be easy to forget to check in. However, the afternoon provides the perfect time to enjoy another moment of pause. Lemon Harmony is a refreshing and restorative herbal infusion that supports a natural cleansing ritual. With organic whole-leaf ingredients like lemongrass, fennel, and nettle, every sip carries the gentle wisdom of plants, supporting harmony.
Naturally caffeine-free, Lemon Harmony promotes improved sleep, less anxiety and can be an overall mood enhancer. The citrus aromas offer an uplifting moment, priming our nervous system to pause and re-centre. Keeping a cup nearby on your lunch break ensures that no matter where the day takes you, this ritual of calm comes along with you.
Much like Matcha being a ritual in and of itself, the simple act of boiling the kettle, infusing your tea and taking that first sip can be a grounding reminder to reconnect to yourself.
Evening Reflection: I See Organic Chakra Tea
As your day draws to a close, your Spring Cleanse comes full circle with a cup of I See Chakra Tea, a cleansing herbal blend with peppermint, nettle and fennel. The infusion of these whole leaf herbs brings gentle comfort and restoration. Peppermint destresses and relaxes, while liquorice balances with its mellow sweetness.
Evenings are a time to reflect on the day through light journaling or breathing with intention. I See invites you to wind
down, turn inward and reflect. Enjoy warm for some comfort in a cup or chilled over ice to watch the sun set. Either way, this evening ritual is a good way to anchor into your moment of pause and to honour your body’s need for rest and stillness.
Ritual of Renewal
Spring cleansing with tea is not about restricting yourself from caffeine but inviting calm and stillness to reconnect. It’s about crafting intentional moments of pause throughout your day, steeped in comfort and warmth. Whether it’s through whisking Matcha in the morning, pausing with Lemon Harmony in the afternoon or settling into your evening with I See, each cup becomes a gentle act of connection and pause, a quiet celebration of the phases your body goes through throughout the day.
