Emerald Coast Alternatives

We’re not your average tea shop. We blend haunted honesty, spooky self-love, and herbal tea magic, because wellness isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence. And while we sell tea, we’ll always remind you, you are the real magic.

Haunted Herbal Teas

Sample size herbal teas mix and match - ECA TEAS

Sample Set - Mix & Match

$8.50

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Killer Combo ADHD TEA- ADHD SUPPORT - Herbal Addy Tea - Viral ADHD TEA on TIKTOK - ADHD TEA COMBO PACK

Killer Combo - VIRAL TIKTOK ADHD SUPPORT - 100g Pks

$35.00

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$39.98

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ADHD TEA PACK

ADHD TEA PACK

$65.00

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$89.94

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Rise & Shine - Energizing Herbal Tea for Anxiety-Prone Bodies

Rise & Shine - Energizing Herbal Tea for Anxiety-Prone Bodies

$14.99

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Kids ADHD Daytime Focus Tea Blend - ECA TEA SHOP - 5-Star Review

Mellow Minds - Kids Focus Tea

$14.99

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MONSTER MUST-HAVES TEA PACK

MONSTER MUST-HAVES TEA PACK

$55.00

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$74.96

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Zombie Tea - Brain & Body Boost Blend

Zombie Tea - Brain & Body Boost Blend

$14.99

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For the Women! - Shark Week Relief & Cycle Health

For the Women! - Shark Week Relief & Cycle Health

$14.99

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Cinnamon Snow Beast - Black Tea Winter Blend

Cinnamon Snow Beast - Black Tea Winter Blend

$15.99

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Eerie Earl Grey Tea

Eerie Earl Grey Tea

$16.99

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Remember Me - Grief Support Tea

Remember Me - Grief Support Tea

$16.99

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Rise From The Dead - Daytime Pain Relief

Rise From The Dead - Daytime Pain Relief

$14.99

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Smokers' Blend 'Lung Cleanse' & Mental Clarity Herbal Tea

Smokers' Blend 'Lung Cleanse' & Mental Clarity Herbal Tea

$14.99

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$12.99

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Bayou Brew - Digestion & Skin Health Tea

Bayou Brew - Digestion & Skin Health Tea

$14.99

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Rest & Release - Sleep & Restful Recovery Tea

Rest & Release - Sleep & Restful Recovery Tea

$14.99

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Life's A BEACH - Alcohol Alternative Tea

Life's A BEACH - Alcohol Alternative Tea

$14.99

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Mocktail Recipe Book - Digital Download - Volume 1

Mocktail Recipe Book - Digital Download - Volume 1

$15.00

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$25.00

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Dracula's Wellness Herbal Tea - Low Iron & Blood Health

Dracula's Wellness Herbal Tea - Low Iron & Blood Health

$14.99

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Inflammation Relief Herbal Tea

Inflammation Relief Herbal Tea

$14.99

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Lucid Dream Tea, Relaxation Tea, Calming Tea, Meditation Tea, Anxiety Relief, Valerian Root, Lavender Tea, Mugwort, Emerald Coast Alterantives

Lucid Dream - Relaxation Tea

$14.99

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Tummy Tea - Gut Wellness Tea

Tummy Tea - Gut Wellness Tea

$14.99

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Panic Attack - Overwhelmed Minds & Intense Moments

Panic Attack - Overwhelmed Minds & Intense Moments

$14.99

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Headache Tea, Migraine Tea, Pain Relief Tea, Heck No Headaches Tea, Emerald Coast Alternatives, Fennel Tea, Yerba Mate, Skull Cap, Relaxation Tea

Heck No Headaches! - Headache & Migraine Relief

$14.99

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Oh Chai Herbal Tea, Spiced Chai Homemade, Chai Concentrate, Emerald Coast Alternatives

Oh, Chai!

$14.99

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Cold & Flu Brew

Cold & Flu Brew

$14.99

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$12.99

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Passion Berry Black Herbal Tea

Passion Berry Black Herbal Tea

$16.99

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Big Foot's Beast Brew Hair Health Tea

Big Foot's Beast Brew Hair Health Tea

$14.99

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$0.00

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The Recovery Herbal Tea

The Recovery Herbal Tea

$15.99

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$12.99

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Just Peachy Black Tea Fruit Blend

Just Peachy Black Tea Fruit Blend

$14.99

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Inflammation Tea, Dessert Tea, Pain Relief Tea, Cinnamon Tea, Apple Tea, Anxiety Relief Tea

Cinnamon Apple Herbal Tea

$14.99

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Love Potion - Self Love & Libido Boosting Blend

Love Potion - Self Love & Libido Boosting Blend

$14.99

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Mad As A Hatter Herbal Tea

Mad As A Hatter Herbal Tea

$14.99

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$12.99

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Floral Feel Good Tea, Mood Boosting Tea, Anxiety Tea, Feel Good Tea, Floral Tea, Calming Tea, Digestion Tea, Rose Tea, Lavender Tea, Relaxation Tea Emerald Coast Alternatives

Floral Feel Good - Mood-Boosting Tea

$14.99

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$12.99

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Let It Go Herbal Tea, Rest and Digest Tea, Sleep Tea, PM Tea, Digestive distress Tea, constipation tea, ibs relief tea, relaxation tea, emerald coast alternatives

LET IT GO - Rest & Digest Herbal Tea

$14.99

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$12.99

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Sleep Like The Dead - Ultimate PM Blend

Sleep Like The Dead - Ultimate PM Blend

$14.99

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Anti-Inflammatory Apricot Dessert Tea

Anti-Inflammatory Apricot Dessert Tea

$15.99

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Night & Day Pack

Night & Day Pack

$30.00

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$39.98

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White Tea Herbal Tea, Calming Tea, Detox Tea, Mood Boosting Tea, Safflower Tea, Emerald Coast Alternatives

White Tea Citrus

$14.99

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$14.99

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U 'TEA' I - UTI Relief & Prevention Tea

U 'TEA' I - UTI Relief & Prevention Tea

$14.99

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Mommy to be Tea, Herbal Tea for Pregnancy, Prenatal Tea, Birth Tea, Labor Tea, Red Raspberry Leaf Tea, Calming Tea, Anxiety Relief Tea, Pain Relief Tea, Pregnancy Safe, Emerald Coast Alternatives

Mommy To Be - Pregnancy & Postpartum Tea

$14.99

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Sample size herbal teas mix and match - ECA TEAS

Sample Set - Mix & Match

$8.50

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Killer Combo ADHD TEA- ADHD SUPPORT - Herbal Addy Tea - Viral ADHD TEA on TIKTOK - ADHD TEA COMBO PACK

Killer Combo - VIRAL TIKTOK ADHD SUPPORT - 100g Pks

$35.00

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$39.98

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ADHD TEA PACK

ADHD TEA PACK

$65.00

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$89.94

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Rise & Shine - Energizing Herbal Tea for Anxiety-Prone Bodies

Rise & Shine - Energizing Herbal Tea for Anxiety-Prone Bodies

$14.99

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Kids ADHD Daytime Focus Tea Blend - ECA TEA SHOP - 5-Star Review

Mellow Minds - Kids Focus Tea

$14.99

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MONSTER MUST-HAVES TEA PACK

MONSTER MUST-HAVES TEA PACK

$55.00

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$74.96

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Zombie Tea - Brain & Body Boost Blend

Zombie Tea - Brain & Body Boost Blend

$14.99

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For the Women! - Shark Week Relief & Cycle Health

For the Women! - Shark Week Relief & Cycle Health

$14.99

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Cinnamon Snow Beast - Black Tea Winter Blend

Cinnamon Snow Beast - Black Tea Winter Blend

$15.99

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Eerie Earl Grey Tea

Eerie Earl Grey Tea

$16.99

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Remember Me - Grief Support Tea

Remember Me - Grief Support Tea

$16.99

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Rise From The Dead - Daytime Pain Relief

Rise From The Dead - Daytime Pain Relief

$14.99

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Smokers' Blend 'Lung Cleanse' & Mental Clarity Herbal Tea

Smokers' Blend 'Lung Cleanse' & Mental Clarity Herbal Tea

$14.99

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$12.99

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Bayou Brew - Digestion & Skin Health Tea

Bayou Brew - Digestion & Skin Health Tea

$14.99

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Rest & Release - Sleep & Restful Recovery Tea

Rest & Release - Sleep & Restful Recovery Tea

$14.99

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Life's A BEACH - Alcohol Alternative Tea

Life's A BEACH - Alcohol Alternative Tea

$14.99

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Mocktail Recipe Book - Digital Download - Volume 1

Mocktail Recipe Book - Digital Download - Volume 1

$15.00

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$25.00

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Dracula's Wellness Herbal Tea - Low Iron & Blood Health

Dracula's Wellness Herbal Tea - Low Iron & Blood Health

$14.99

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Inflammation Relief Herbal Tea

Inflammation Relief Herbal Tea

$14.99

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Lucid Dream Tea, Relaxation Tea, Calming Tea, Meditation Tea, Anxiety Relief, Valerian Root, Lavender Tea, Mugwort, Emerald Coast Alterantives

Lucid Dream - Relaxation Tea

$14.99

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Tummy Tea - Gut Wellness Tea

Tummy Tea - Gut Wellness Tea

$14.99

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Panic Attack - Overwhelmed Minds & Intense Moments

Panic Attack - Overwhelmed Minds & Intense Moments

$14.99

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Headache Tea, Migraine Tea, Pain Relief Tea, Heck No Headaches Tea, Emerald Coast Alternatives, Fennel Tea, Yerba Mate, Skull Cap, Relaxation Tea

Heck No Headaches! - Headache & Migraine Relief

$14.99

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Oh Chai Herbal Tea, Spiced Chai Homemade, Chai Concentrate, Emerald Coast Alternatives

Oh, Chai!

$14.99

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Cold & Flu Brew

Cold & Flu Brew

$14.99

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$12.99

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Passion Berry Black Herbal Tea

Passion Berry Black Herbal Tea

$16.99

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Big Foot's Beast Brew Hair Health Tea

Big Foot's Beast Brew Hair Health Tea

$14.99

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$0.00

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The Recovery Herbal Tea

The Recovery Herbal Tea

$15.99

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$12.99

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Just Peachy Black Tea Fruit Blend

Just Peachy Black Tea Fruit Blend

$14.99

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Inflammation Tea, Dessert Tea, Pain Relief Tea, Cinnamon Tea, Apple Tea, Anxiety Relief Tea

Cinnamon Apple Herbal Tea

$14.99

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Love Potion - Self Love & Libido Boosting Blend

Love Potion - Self Love & Libido Boosting Blend

$14.99

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Mad As A Hatter Herbal Tea

Mad As A Hatter Herbal Tea

$14.99

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$12.99

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Floral Feel Good Tea, Mood Boosting Tea, Anxiety Tea, Feel Good Tea, Floral Tea, Calming Tea, Digestion Tea, Rose Tea, Lavender Tea, Relaxation Tea Emerald Coast Alternatives

Floral Feel Good - Mood-Boosting Tea

$14.99

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$12.99

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Let It Go Herbal Tea, Rest and Digest Tea, Sleep Tea, PM Tea, Digestive distress Tea, constipation tea, ibs relief tea, relaxation tea, emerald coast alternatives

LET IT GO - Rest & Digest Herbal Tea

$14.99

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$12.99

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Sleep Like The Dead - Ultimate PM Blend

Sleep Like The Dead - Ultimate PM Blend

$14.99

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Anti-Inflammatory Apricot Dessert Tea

Anti-Inflammatory Apricot Dessert Tea

$15.99

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Night & Day Pack

Night & Day Pack

$30.00

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$39.98

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White Tea Herbal Tea, Calming Tea, Detox Tea, Mood Boosting Tea, Safflower Tea, Emerald Coast Alternatives

White Tea Citrus

$14.99

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$14.99

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U 'TEA' I - UTI Relief & Prevention Tea

U 'TEA' I - UTI Relief & Prevention Tea

$14.99

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Mommy to be Tea, Herbal Tea for Pregnancy, Prenatal Tea, Birth Tea, Labor Tea, Red Raspberry Leaf Tea, Calming Tea, Anxiety Relief Tea, Pain Relief Tea, Pregnancy Safe, Emerald Coast Alternatives

Mommy To Be - Pregnancy & Postpartum Tea

$14.99

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Sample size herbal teas mix and match - ECA TEAS

Sample Set - Mix & Match

$8.50

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Killer Combo ADHD TEA- ADHD SUPPORT - Herbal Addy Tea - Viral ADHD TEA on TIKTOK - ADHD TEA COMBO PACK

Killer Combo - VIRAL TIKTOK ADHD SUPPORT - 100g Pks

$35.00

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$39.98

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ADHD TEA PACK

ADHD TEA PACK

$65.00

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$89.94

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Rise & Shine - Energizing Herbal Tea for Anxiety-Prone Bodies

Rise & Shine - Energizing Herbal Tea for Anxiety-Prone Bodies

$14.99

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Kids ADHD Daytime Focus Tea Blend - ECA TEA SHOP - 5-Star Review

Mellow Minds - Kids Focus Tea

$14.99

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MONSTER MUST-HAVES TEA PACK

MONSTER MUST-HAVES TEA PACK

$55.00

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$74.96

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Zombie Tea - Brain & Body Boost Blend

Zombie Tea - Brain & Body Boost Blend

$14.99

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For the Women! - Shark Week Relief & Cycle Health

For the Women! - Shark Week Relief & Cycle Health

$14.99

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Cinnamon Snow Beast - Black Tea Winter Blend

Cinnamon Snow Beast - Black Tea Winter Blend

$15.99

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Eerie Earl Grey Tea

Eerie Earl Grey Tea

$16.99

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Remember Me - Grief Support Tea

Remember Me - Grief Support Tea

$16.99

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Rise From The Dead - Daytime Pain Relief

Rise From The Dead - Daytime Pain Relief

$14.99

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Smokers' Blend 'Lung Cleanse' & Mental Clarity Herbal Tea

Smokers' Blend 'Lung Cleanse' & Mental Clarity Herbal Tea

$14.99

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$12.99

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Bayou Brew - Digestion & Skin Health Tea

Bayou Brew - Digestion & Skin Health Tea

$14.99

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Rest & Release - Sleep & Restful Recovery Tea

Rest & Release - Sleep & Restful Recovery Tea

$14.99

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Life's A BEACH - Alcohol Alternative Tea

Life's A BEACH - Alcohol Alternative Tea

$14.99

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Mocktail Recipe Book - Digital Download - Volume 1

Mocktail Recipe Book - Digital Download - Volume 1

$15.00

-

$25.00

Shop now

Dracula's Wellness Herbal Tea - Low Iron & Blood Health

Dracula's Wellness Herbal Tea - Low Iron & Blood Health

$14.99

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Inflammation Relief Herbal Tea

Inflammation Relief Herbal Tea

$14.99

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Lucid Dream Tea, Relaxation Tea, Calming Tea, Meditation Tea, Anxiety Relief, Valerian Root, Lavender Tea, Mugwort, Emerald Coast Alterantives

Lucid Dream - Relaxation Tea

$14.99

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Tummy Tea - Gut Wellness Tea

Tummy Tea - Gut Wellness Tea

$14.99

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Panic Attack - Overwhelmed Minds & Intense Moments

Panic Attack - Overwhelmed Minds & Intense Moments

$14.99

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Headache Tea, Migraine Tea, Pain Relief Tea, Heck No Headaches Tea, Emerald Coast Alternatives, Fennel Tea, Yerba Mate, Skull Cap, Relaxation Tea

Heck No Headaches! - Headache & Migraine Relief

$14.99

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Oh Chai Herbal Tea, Spiced Chai Homemade, Chai Concentrate, Emerald Coast Alternatives

Oh, Chai!

$14.99

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Cold & Flu Brew

Cold & Flu Brew

$14.99

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$12.99

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Passion Berry Black Herbal Tea

Passion Berry Black Herbal Tea

$16.99

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Big Foot's Beast Brew Hair Health Tea

Big Foot's Beast Brew Hair Health Tea

$14.99

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$0.00

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The Recovery Herbal Tea

The Recovery Herbal Tea

$15.99

-

$12.99

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Just Peachy Black Tea Fruit Blend

Just Peachy Black Tea Fruit Blend

$14.99

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Inflammation Tea, Dessert Tea, Pain Relief Tea, Cinnamon Tea, Apple Tea, Anxiety Relief Tea

Cinnamon Apple Herbal Tea

$14.99

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Love Potion - Self Love & Libido Boosting Blend

Love Potion - Self Love & Libido Boosting Blend

$14.99

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Mad As A Hatter Herbal Tea

Mad As A Hatter Herbal Tea

$14.99

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$12.99

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Floral Feel Good Tea, Mood Boosting Tea, Anxiety Tea, Feel Good Tea, Floral Tea, Calming Tea, Digestion Tea, Rose Tea, Lavender Tea, Relaxation Tea Emerald Coast Alternatives

Floral Feel Good - Mood-Boosting Tea

$14.99

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$12.99

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Let It Go Herbal Tea, Rest and Digest Tea, Sleep Tea, PM Tea, Digestive distress Tea, constipation tea, ibs relief tea, relaxation tea, emerald coast alternatives

LET IT GO - Rest & Digest Herbal Tea

$14.99

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$12.99

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Sleep Like The Dead - Ultimate PM Blend

Sleep Like The Dead - Ultimate PM Blend

$14.99

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Anti-Inflammatory Apricot Dessert Tea

Anti-Inflammatory Apricot Dessert Tea

$15.99

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Night & Day Pack

Night & Day Pack

$30.00

-

$39.98

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White Tea Herbal Tea, Calming Tea, Detox Tea, Mood Boosting Tea, Safflower Tea, Emerald Coast Alternatives

White Tea Citrus

$14.99

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$14.99

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U 'TEA' I - UTI Relief & Prevention Tea

U 'TEA' I - UTI Relief & Prevention Tea

$14.99

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Mommy to be Tea, Herbal Tea for Pregnancy, Prenatal Tea, Birth Tea, Labor Tea, Red Raspberry Leaf Tea, Calming Tea, Anxiety Relief Tea, Pain Relief Tea, Pregnancy Safe, Emerald Coast Alternatives

Mommy To Be - Pregnancy & Postpartum Tea

$14.99

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  • Mind & Body Fuel for Clarity + Support

    Our handcrafted tea blends are packed with powerhouse herbs known for their ability to sharpen focus, uplift the mind, and fortify the immune system. Conquer your day with confidence in a cup.

  • Sip Your Way to Balance & Bliss

    Nourish your mind, body, and soul with teas that awaken clarity, restore balance, and uplift your spirit. Whether you need a brain boost, an immunity shield, or a moment of zen...there’s a blend for that!

  • Pure & Potent

    Just nature’s finest, ethically sourced herbs blended for maximum flavor and impact. Every sip is a step toward wellness, made with ingredients you can trust.

Our customers tell it better than we do!

Excellent

4.9

/ 5

based on 546 reviews

ADHD Herbal Addy Tea

My wife is a law enforcement dispatcher working 72–84 hours a week, and we both have ADHD. She used to drink 500–600mg of caffeine a day just to get through it. Since finding Zombie and Rise & Shine, we can function under high stress without becoming manic, enjoy less caffeine, and feel calm and focused all day. I’ve already told 11 other people because everyone deserves relief without relying on pharmaceuticals. These teas will be our forever morning go-to. My wife is a law enforcement dispatcher working 72–84 hours a week, and we both have ADHD. She used to... My wife is a law enforcement dispatcher working 72–84 hours a week, and we both have ADHD. She used to drink 500–600mg of caffeine a day just to get through it. Since finding Zombie and Rise & Shine, we can function under high stress without becoming manic, enjoy less caffeine, and feel calm and focused all day. I’ve already told 11 other people because everyone deserves relief without relying on pharmaceuticals. These teas will be our forever morning go-to.

Andrea H 3/11/23

For The Women changed MY LIFE!

This tea is amazing. Great flavor and amazing results. This tea helps mellow out the worst of my mood swings and ease cramps I also feel like for me personally it shortens my periods because everything comes out much faster. I love this tea so many great products! This tea is amazing. Great flavor and amazing results. This tea helps mellow out the worst of my mood swings... This tea is amazing. Great flavor and amazing results. This tea helps mellow out the worst of my mood swings and ease cramps I also feel like for me personally it shortens my periods because everything comes out much faster. I love this tea so many great products!

Ardith S. 02/03/25

Kid's ADHD Tea is fantastic! 

This is fantastic! My daughter can he scattered and off the wall hyper a this really mellowed her out. She’s more attentive and her attitude has significantly approved! This is fantastic! My daughter can he scattered and off the wall hyper a this really mellowed her out. She’s... This is fantastic! My daughter can he scattered and off the wall hyper a this really mellowed her out. She’s more attentive and her attitude has significantly approved!

Lexi E. 08/10/24

Holistic Heaven

A must have in my house! As a mom of 2, there’s almost always someone sick and it has been a life savor! Cold & Flu Brew is a MUST! A must have in my house! As a mom of 2, there’s almost always someone sick and it has been... A must have in my house! As a mom of 2, there’s almost always someone sick and it has been a life savor! Cold & Flu Brew is a MUST!

Ruby 1/23/25

I love it! 😍 Verified by Shop

Best loose leaf tea I've ever had! Amazing benefits. Wonderful small business! Best loose leaf tea I've ever had! Amazing benefits. Wonderful small business! Best loose leaf tea I've ever had! Amazing benefits. Wonderful small business!

Hailey 11/01/22

Def Recommend

This company is fantastic! The quality of their tea is very high, I have purchased a few times and plan to purchase more in the future! This company is fantastic! The quality of their tea is very high, I have purchased a few times and plan... This company is fantastic! The quality of their tea is very high, I have purchased a few times and plan to purchase more in the future!

DaizyAnn 2/07/25

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  • Haunted Mindfulness & Monster Brains | Fun Facts Meditation for ADHD & Neurodivergent Minds

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