Roasted-bitter, a little like chicory.
Bitter, the Ayurvedic way
Wellness
Best in Sharad · mid-September to mid-November
Giloy & Dandelion Kahwa
गिलोय सिंहपर्णी कहवा
Giloy and dandelion root with haldi, methi, tulsi and peppermint, finished with a pinch of hing. A bitter-green kahwa in the classical tradition of bitter herbs.
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What's inside
Eleven herbs. Nothing hidden.
Guduchi. Strongly bitter; the texts call it amṛtā.
Earthy and golden.
Methi. Bitter, with a maple-like smell.
Peppery and aromatic.
Cool and fresh, to lift the bitterness.
Gentle warmth.
Floral and sweet-scented.
Green and mildly bitter.
Earthy and astringent.
Asafoetida, a tiny amount, compounded with wheat flour as hing usually is.
How to brew
The kahwa way
Giloy stem and dandelion root need the simmer to open up. The mint goes in with the rest and comes through on the finish.
- Boil one cup of water About 200 ml.
- Add a level teaspoon Simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- Cover and rest Flame off, lid on, 2–3 minutes.
- Strain and sip warm Honey helps if the bitterness is new to you.
Who it suits
For people who like a bitter cup
Ayurveda counts bitter (tikta) as one of the six tastes a full diet needs, and the one most of us eat least. This is a bitter kahwa, made for people who enjoy that.
When to drink it
Morning, before or with breakfast. One cup a day.
Best season
Sharad, the autumn after the rains, when Pitta is at its height and the texts favour bitter tastes. Varsha, the monsoon, too.
How it tastes
Bitter first, from giloy and dandelion, then mint-fresh, with haldi's earthiness underneath.
Go gently if
you are pregnant or breastfeeding. On regular medication? Ask your doctor first; giloy and dandelion can interact with everyday medicines. Avoiding gluten or wheat? This blend is not for you: its hing is compounded with wheat flour.
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Questions
Questions, answered plainly
Why is it so bitter?
Giloy, dandelion and methi are all bitter herbs. That is the point of this blend. If it is too strong at first, start with half a teaspoon and add honey once the cup is warm.
Does it have caffeine?
No. There is no tea leaf in it.
Can I drink it every day?
Yes, one cup a day. Take a break for a week every month or two if you drink it daily.
Morning or evening?
Morning is traditional for bitter herbs, before the day's heavier meals.
Can I drink it if I'm pregnant or on medication?
Please don't in pregnancy or while breastfeeding unless your doctor says it's fine. On any regular medication, ask your doctor before drinking it daily.
Giloy & Dandelion Kahwa
₹590
· 100 g