There is a hush just before the kettle begins to murmur. In that small pause the world tilts back into place and you get to choose what kind of minute you want to live in. Strength of the Jabberwock is that kind of choice. It is Velvet Rabbit Tea at its most forthright. Hercules Organic Tea by name and uncompromising by nature. I am here to tell you the truth about what is in the box, what it tastes like, who it is for, and why this little ritual might be the most honest gift you give yourself today.
Begin with the name because it tells you what the blend is trying to do. There is a playful nod to wonderland in the Jabberwock, yet nothing about this cup hides behind fantasy. Strength of the Jabberwock is about grounded power, the kind that helps you carry the day without noise. It has a classic black tea backbone with a thoughtful gathering of botanicals that have been respected by herbalists for generations. This is not a magic trick. It is a well made drink that tastes beautiful and helps you feel clear, steady, and present in your own life.
What is in the blend
The ingredients are printed plainly because our customers deserve it.
- Damiana
- Ginkgo Biloba
- Hawthorn berries
- Saw Palmetto berries
- Siberian ginseng
- Ashwagandha root
- Orange peel
- Ceylon tea
Each one is certified organic and chosen for flavour first, then for the gentle ways people like to use them. Damiana has a soft earthy sweetness with a lift that feels like a window opened. Ginkgo brings a bright breeze to the palate and is often sipped by people who value focus without fuss. Hawthorn berry is round and quietly fruity, the taste equivalent of a reassuring hand. Saw Palmetto adds mellow depth, a whisper of wood and resin that gives the brew body. Siberian ginseng is about stamina but on the tongue it is clean and subtle, which means you feel its purpose more than you taste it. Ashwagandha is the comforter. There is a creamy hush to it that smooths the edges. Orange peel is the sunshine note that wakes everything up. And then there is Ceylon tea. Amber bright, brisk, with a citrus lilt. It ties the whole story together.
What it tastes like
Let us talk about the way it actually tastes because honesty lives on the tongue. First sip is a lively citrus hello. Not sharp. More like zest carried on steam. Then comes the middle where Damiana and ashwagandha meet and the cup turns round and calm. There is a berry note from hawthorn that never turns syrupy. It simply hums along with the base tea. Saw Palmetto keeps the structure upright. Siberian ginseng sits there like good posture. Ginkgo lifts the finish so the aftertaste is clean and you find yourself thinking, “Yes, all right then, I can get on with my afternoon.” If you like your tea to taste like tea, this blend respects that. It is not perfume in a cup. It is not a medicinal lecture. It is a confident black tea with thoughtful company.
Where it is made and what it is certified for
Truth includes place. Strength of the Jabberwock is blended on the Gold Coast in Australia by people who care about clean sourcing and careful handling. The ingredients are imported because that is where these plants grow best, then blended locally with the kind of attention you want when you are putting something into your body every day.
The facility is HACCP Certified, which means the process has been audited for food safety. The ingredients are NASAA Certified Organic number 4306P, which means you get traceability, not just promises.
Packaging and sustainability
Truth includes the planet. The packaging is eco conscious. The teabags are free from micro-plastics and biodegradable. Twelve of them sit in each box at the ready for workday afternoons and weekend exhale moments. When a ritual becomes part of your life it is good to know it is not asking the earth to pay your tab. Choosing biodegradable teabags is one of those small decent acts that compound over a month and then a year. Your cup can be kind to you and to the ground it came from.
Price and presentation
Truth includes price. It is fifteen dollars. That is the number. It buys a dozen distinctly good cups and the knowledge that what you are drinking has been handled with care all the way through. Luxury does not need to shout.
All teas arrive in a small black compact and elegant sliding box that protects the blend and makes unboxing feel considered, from the first touch to the first sip. A box that earns its place in your kitchen cupboard, drawer, or shelf and then keeps earning it. All tea boxes are reusable and they will look great in any kitchen that is worthy of displaying. Free of micro-plastics, biodegradable, and organic tea.
Honest questions
Does it contain caffeine?
Yes. Ceylon tea brings natural caffeine so you will feel a gentle lift. If you are sensitive in the evening consider drinking it earlier in the day and let its brightness help you move through the hours where attention is precious.
Is it a cure for anything?
No. It is not a medicine. It does not claim to fix your life. It is a daily ritual that supports your better habits. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication, or living with a health condition, talk with your clinician before changing your routine. That is not fussy. That is wise.
How to brew it
What about brewing. The kettle boils, the world settles. Let it cool for a breath so the water is just off the boil. Place one biodegradable teabag into your favourite mug. Pour 250 millilitres of hot water.
- Steep for 3 minutes if you prefer a brighter, citrus-forward cup.
- Steep for 5 minutes if you want deeper malt from the Ceylon and a longer exhale from the ashwagandha.
Drink it clear to enjoy the layers as they arrive, or add a cloud of milk for a little cream that makes the comfort notes bloom. A small spoon of honey will befriend the hawthorn berries and coax out their gentle warmth.
In summer, pour over ice with a slice of fresh orange and a sprig of mint for a clean cooler that still tastes like tea, not cordial.
When to drink it
Many people find the first cup belongs to the late morning when lists are long and you want a steady mind. Others use it as an afternoon anchor right before the hours when energy can waver.
Why the blend works
What makes this blend truthful is balance. Too much ginkgo can jab. Too much orange peel can boss the room. Too heavy a hand with ashwagandha can go muddy. The art happens in the space between. This is where the Gold Coast team earns their quiet pride. They weigh and test and sip and adjust until the uplift and the calm shake hands. Nothing is included to show off. Everything is included to belong.
A word for the sceptical tea drinker
A word for the sceptical tea drinker who has been promised too much by too many bright boxes. Your caution is welcome. Strength of the Jabberwock respects it. You do not need to believe any grand claims. You only need to notice how you feel during and after the cup. Notice if your shoulders drop a little. Notice if your thinking feels orderly rather than hurried. Notice if you are kinder to the next person who speaks to you. That is how a small ritual earns your trust. Not by declaring change. By inviting it.
Food pairings
If you want to taste it alongside food keep it simple.
- A slice of orange and a square of dark chocolate and you will discover the ginkgo and citrus notes doing a small dance.
- A bowl of yoghurt and berries in the morning and the hawthorn will echo quietly.
- A toasted cheese sandwich on a rainy day and the Ceylon will stand up like a good friend.
You do not have to construct a moment. You only have to be in it.
Make friends with time
Ready to meet your new favourite ritual. Strength of the Jabberwock Hercules Organic Tea is waiting. Twelve biodegradable teabags. NASAA Certified Organic 4306P. HACCP Certified. Blended on the Gold Coast from imported organic ingredients and wrapped in eco conscious packaging so your care for yourself can include care for the planet. Fifteen dollars for a dozen moments that feel honest, helpful, and remindful that Velvet Rabbit Tea allows you to make friends with time.
Order yours today. Click on the link and make friends with time.
