The 7 Best Teas for Yogis (and Why We Love Them)

Tea is more than a beverage, it’s a ritual of slowing down. A reminder to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the present moment.
For yogis, tea offers a natural extension of practice: a way to balance energy, support digestion, and nourish mindfulness off the mat.

Tea as a Mindful Practice

When you prepare tea with intention, it becomes part of your yoga — a moment of awareness, presence, and gratitude.
The sound of the kettle, the aroma rising with steam, and the warmth in your palms are all reminders to slow down and breathe.

Each sip is a chance to realign with what yoga teaches: presence, balance, and simplicity.

Here are some of our favorite teas and what makes each one supportive for body, mind, and spirit.

1. Tulsi (Holy Basil)

Tulsi is known in Ayurveda as the “Queen of Herbs.” It is sacred, balancing, and deeply restorative.

It helps regulate the stress response, calm the nervous system, and support immunity.

Why we love it: Tulsi tea brings a clear, grounded calm, perfect before meditation or after an intense flow. It supports sattva, the yogic quality of balance and peace.

Try it: As a warm cup with lemon and honey in the morning, or blended with rose and chamomile in the evening.

2. Ginger Tea

Ginger is warming, stimulating, and cleansing — ideal for digestion and circulation. It’s especially helpful before practice, awakening the body’s inner fire (agni).

Why we love it: It energizes without caffeine and clears sluggish energy, helping you feel alert but centered.

Try it: Steep fresh ginger slices with lemon or turmeric after meals or before morning yoga.

3. Chamomile Tea

A classic herb for relaxation, chamomile soothes the digestive and nervous systems while easing anxiety and restlessness.

Why we love it: Perfect for winding down after an evening class or as part of a bedtime ritual. Its gentle, floral energy invites softness, both physically and emotionally.

Try it: Brew a strong cup, add a few lavender buds, and sip slowly before sleep.

4. Peppermint Tea

Peppermint cools and refreshes the system, making it ideal for hot weather or heated practices. It also supports digestion and mental clarity.

Why we love it: Peppermint clears both the breath and the mind. It’s like a deep inhale in tea form.

Try it: Drink after a power or hot yoga class to restore balance and ease muscle tension.

5. Rooibos Tea

Caffeine-free and rich in antioxidants, rooibos has a naturally sweet, earthy flavor. It supports skin health, reduces inflammation, and balances mood.

Why we love it: It feels grounding and comforting, a beautiful alternative for anyone avoiding caffeine but still wanting depth and flavor.

Try it: Enjoy as a warm latte with oat milk and cinnamon for an afternoon moment of calm.

6. Green Tea (or Matcha)

Green tea carries gentle caffeine paired with L-theanine, an amino acid that promotes calm alertness. It’s ideal before morning practice or meditation.

Why we love it: It lifts energy without jitters and sharpens focus while keeping the heart steady. A mindful way to replace coffee.

Try it: Matcha whisked with warm almond milk and a pinch of cardamom, or a light green tea before your morning flow.

7. Chai Tea

Traditional chai blends black tea with warming spices like cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. It strengthens digestion, circulation, and energy.

Why we love it: It’s grounding yet invigorating, perfect for cool mornings, autumn practice, or post-yoga connection with friends.

Try it: Brew slowly with oat milk and a touch of honey. The ritual of making chai is meditation in motion.