The Best Herbal Teas for Relaxation (And Why Yerba Mate is #1)

Stress shows up in our lives whether we like it or not. Between endless to-do lists and the struggle to find balance in a highly dynamic world, it's no wonder we reach for those rare moments of peace.

Tea is the perfect companion for your brief moments of respite. But not all teas are created equal. Some are mellow and floral, some are refreshing and minty, and then there's yerba mate, which somehow energizes you and puts you at ease. Regardless of whether you are unwinding at 9 pm, transitioning from one meeting to the next, or just need a midday reset, the right herbal brew could shift your entire energy. 

We hope to help you find the herb blends that work for relaxation, clarity, and calm. 

Spoiler alert: Yerba mate is our number one pick, and we'll tell you exactly why. 

Let's find your chill!

1. Chamomile: The OG Calm Queen

There’s a reason chamomile tops every list. This golden brew is a classic for fighting anxiety, calming the nerves, and helping you fall asleep peacefully.

Best enjoyed before bed or during a stressful afternoon slump, chamomile herbal tea has the most delicate floral notes. It feels like a weighted blanket in liquid form. It is one of the oldest herbal remedies in the book, and for good reason.

Its calming properties interact with brain receptors, helping the mind drift into a more relaxed state, without full-on drowsiness.

So, the next time you are home after a hectic day at work, soothe your sensory involvement with a classic.

2. Lavender Tea: Aromatherapy in a Cup

Lavender tea is the best herbal tea when you need to slow down and breathe a little deeper.

This floral tea is known to help relieve anxiety, decrease blood pressure, and even lessen symptoms of insomnia. It can be just as tasty hot or iced, with a squeeze of lemon or a spoonful of honey for flavor.

You can add lavender tea to your unwind routine or sip it while journaling for maximum relaxation. Lavender changes your space and mood.

3. Lemon Balm: The Mood Lifter

Similar to mint, lemon balm is your crash-free herbal booster. A delicious moment of midday mellow, it's bright, citrusy, and mildly mood-lifting. Lemon Balm tea acts like a gentle dose of sunshine for your nervous system. 

This herbal tea is great if you're an overthinker or need a mid-meeting mental refresh. It'll calm you, but won't put you to sleep. It also aids in digestion and clarity. 

Perfect for sipping before a presentation or when your thoughts are starting to spin. 

4. Peppermint Tea: Cool-Headed and Comforting

Looking for calm with a refreshing finish? Peppermint tea's got you covered. 

This organic, uplifting herbal tea is a double whammy: it can support digestive distress and tension headaches. 

It's the kind of tea that you can enjoy iced, post-lunch, or warm after a peaceful evening stroll. 

We love to include it in our organic blends, like Erva’s Move Mint, especially with herbal allies like lemon balm or tulsi, for a layered approach to calm. 

5. Yerba Mate: The Calming Powerhouse

If yerba mate has only been a source of energy for you, it may be time to change that perception. Even though it has natural caffeine, it has a host of calming properties! 

Thanks to a harmonious combination of caffeine and theobromine (the feel-good compound also found in dark chocolate), yerba mate improves steady, grounded energy without the jitters or a crash afterwards.

What also makes yerba especially unique in the world of herbal tea is that it supports focus and emotional equilibrium. It is rich in antioxidants and adaptogens that support stress resilience over time. It’s not just about the feel-good vibes, but a better and balanced body.

Traditionally, drinking yerba mate is a practice performed in a shared circle, a ritual to center the mind and foster connectivity with others and the environment around. 

That's the energy we derive from the intricate art of sharing from each cup at Erva Brew. Each of our cold brew mate blends is bursting with flavors designed for you to be present, focused, energized, and chilled- all at the same time.

Why Yerba Mate Is #1: It Does More Than Relax

What sets yerba mate apart in the expansive world of calming teas? The answer is straightforward: it doesn't just calm your body, it clarifies your thinking. It is a perfect match for anyone who wants to destress, but not zone out.

Yerba mate is packed with antioxidants and polyphenols. Certain blends may also be fortified with Vitamin B. It regulates you, supports your gut health, increases your immune response, and provides clarity without overstimulating your brain. It is calm with intent.

It is a drink for the doers, the dreamers, and those searching for flow. It doesn't matter if you are preparing for a meeting, trying to push through a creative block, or just sharing space with friends; yerba mate allows you to stay present and anchored.

At Erva Brew, we developed our ready-to-sip blends for this very essence. Every cup is your moment of clarity. 

Find your balance in yerba mate.

Final Pour: Your New Relaxation Ritual Is Just a Brew Away

Whether it’s the floral calm of chamomile, the cool buzz of peppermint, or the mellow clarity of yerba mate, there’s an herbal tea for your calm. 

Relaxation doesn't have to mean slowing it all the way down. It can also be about softening the edges and being engaged with your day. With that, we appreciate herbal teas that provide benefits like supporting mood, focus, digestion, etc., but without the side effects, sugar crashes, and additives. 

Yerba mate has a uniqueness about it. It energizes and relaxes, uplifts and grounds. It's a ritual practice for people who want to feel good, be clear-thinking, and fully present in whatever moment they find themselves in. 

At Erva Brew, we are all about turning mindful sipping into a lifestyle, every single day. 

Check out our brews. Choose your calm. Join the Erva crew.