FAQs

1. Why do your herbal teas have no tea (Camilla Sinesis)?

Because the world already gives you enough caffeine, sugar, and chaos. Your adenosine receptors are screaming, your inbox is screaming, and probably your brain too. Our herbal blends aren't about a quick jolt—they're about noticing your body, taking a mindful pause, and maybe avoiding another rage-email.

(The Herbal Chicken is far too busy avoiding being cooked into soup to lecture you further.)

2. How do I brew them, and why does it take 10 minutes?

It's forced meditation in a cup. Minute one: impatience, irritation, scrolling urges. Minute two: stretch, breathe, press an acupoint. Minute ten: sip, notice, breathe… and maybe feel proud that you just gifted yourself a tiny, meaningful pause in your day. Optional: smile at yourself for surviving the 10 minutes without doomscrolling.

3. Why are there patterns everywhere?

Tea deserves drama. The patterns are hand-drawn, traditional Chinese motifs, carrying centuries of TCM wisdom and well-wishes for a good life. Mostly though—they're here to delight your eyes and invite a small moment of wonder every time you reach for your cup.

(Psst… every illustration is hand-crafted because perfection is boring, and a little extra magic never hurt anyone.)

4. Do these teas have health claims?

Modern medicine is invaluable—there is a time and place for panadol, prescriptions, and professional care. At the same time, daily habits like screen time, social media scrolling (including LinkedIn, unfortunately), and constant overstimulation can quietly contribute to stress and anxiety over time.

These teas aren't a miracle cure. They're designed to support small, sustainable shifts—helping you notice your body, adjust your habits, and create moments of pause. In that sense, they work alongside modern medicine, not as a replacement.

5. What is the Herbal Chicken?

Your customer service chicken, quietly nudging you to pause, breathe, and notice little patterns in your day. Occasionally mischievous, always helpful. (He is not a soup ingredient, he crows.)

6. Can I buy teas for corporate gifting, events, or in bulk?

Yes! Our teas offer thoughtful, meaningful gifting, especially when you want to give something that supports someone's well-being instead of another forgettable gadget or chocolate (when everyone is on a diet). Perfect for colleagues who could use a breather, friends who deserve a tiny ritual of care, or anyone who secretly dreams of slowing down for more than five minutes.

Bonus: minimal plastic and maximum delight.

7. Are there sample packs?

Not officially yet—but our standard boxes of 10 teas work as a week + three bonus teas trial. Sip, notice small changes, and repeat.

(If you want sample packs sooner, let us know! The Herbal Chicken is trying to work on the next set of designs without running around like a headless chicken.)

8. How do I find out my TCM constitution?

We're in the midst of building a fun, reflective quiz to help you notice which blend might support your unique balance. Not medical advice—just a playful way to spot patterns in habits, energy, and lifestyle.

9. Can I Ask the Herbal Chicken something? Anything?

Absolutely. Have a question (or confession) about life, work, or your tea ritual? Fill out the Ask the Herbal Chicken form, and he'll answer thoughtfully (it's hard having a bird brain, but he's trying his best).